In this conversation, Peter Fabor and David Kijlstra discuss various aspects of starting and managing a hotel business.

They explore different business models, the importance of room count, location considerations, and the impact of climate data on property selection. The discussion also touches on the design of public spaces, the concept of white label hotels, and the challenges of staffing in the hospitality industry.

They emphasize the need for a focused marketing strategy and the common pitfalls that small hotel owners face.

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Chapters

• 00:00 Intro
• 02:20 Understanding Hotel Size and Management
• 06:47 Conceptualizing the Hotel Experience
• 11:27 Location Considerations for Hotel Properties
• 16:03 Budgeting and Pricing Strategies
• 20:25 Identifying Target Markets and Segments
• 23:29 Utilizing Climate Data in Property Selection
• 29:04 Assessing Environmental Risks
• 32:05 Designing Flexible Spaces for Diverse Groups
• 38:00 The Future of Branded and White-Label Hotels
• 42:42 Sales Strategies for Hotel Owners
• 53:32 Challenges in Staffing and Management
• 01:06:03 Creating Self-Reliant Hospitality Concepts
• 01:07:11 The Shift Towards Low-Staff Operations
• 01:09:22 Managing Remote Operations Effectively
• 01:10:53 The Importance of Location in Hospitality