The rights and wrongs of hotel refurbs

The rights and wrongs of hotel refurbs

While a costly, time-consuming and logistically challenging renovation is feared by many hotel owners, Daniel During, principal and managing director of Thomas Klein International, a Dubai-based hospitality and F&B consultancy firm, highlights the correct way to approach a property refurb and explains how international events are motivating hotels to undergo a facelift.

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Alternative lodging: from refined to rustic

Alternative lodging: from refined to rustic

Encouraging a new wave of small hotels and local entrepreneurial ventures while valuing heritage and the environment is something Daniel During, principal and managing director of Thomas Klein International, feels strongly about. Here, he describes what the Middle East’s hospitality sector should be focusing on if it is to compete with other markets.

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Franchising: a new perspective on an old business model

Franchising: a new perspective on an old business model

Is a new kind of franchising emerging? Daniel During, principal and managing director of Thomas Klein International, believes there is, and provides some interesting case studies to prove it.

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Hotel F&B versus high-end stand-alone restaurants

Hotel F&B versus high-end stand-alone restaurants

Increasingly, hotels are upping their F&B game to compete with nearby fine-dining establishments. Daniel During, principal and managing director of Thomas Klein International, gives us the lowdown on how well-known properties in the UAE are reacting to this shift.

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Where hospitality is heading

Where hospitality is heading

While 2021 has been a turbulent year for tourism, the signs are promising for 2022. We asked 11 experts from the world of hospitality to share their industry forecasts and the trends we should be keeping an eye on.

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Finding the right franchise partner

Finding the right franchise partner

Finding the right match in any business relationship — franchise or not — is related to chemistry, compatibility and, most importantly, trust. Daniel During, principal and managing director at Thomas Klein International, lifts the lid on how to pick the perfect franchise partner.

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What’s missing in hospitality higher education

What’s missing in hospitality higher education

With mankind having always pursued knowledge, the concept of higher education can be traced far back in time. Daniel During, management director of Thomas Klein International, discusses the pivotal role of educators and how learning about technology is more important than ever.

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HR & Education: The Struggle

HR & Education: The Struggle

Daniel During, principal and management director of Thomas Klein International, tells us why ongoing staff training is the key to success.

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An expert’s opinion: Food for thought during the COVID-19 crisis

An expert’s opinion: Food for thought during the COVID-19 crisis

Daniel During, owner of Thomas Klein International, a Dubai-based hospitality and F&B consultancy firm, shares his thoughts about the impact of the COVID-19 outbreak on the industry.

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Chains and franchises VS stand-alone restaurants

Chains and franchises VS stand-alone restaurants

The topic of whether Dubai has yet to establish itself as a true food-destination city is one that prompts animated discussion within the industry. Some experts think independent restaurants are at risk of falling into the standardization trap and losing that all-important passion for food. Daniel During, principal and management director of Thomas Klein International, looks at the pitfalls and how to avoid them

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