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The remote worker is helping to drive demand for new kinds of hospitality services

As hotels and resorts adapted to the needs of remote workers, they are seeing a new generation of travelers who want more than just luxury.

By Story hospitalityPublished 3 years ago 3 min read

The hybrid traveler is a complex mix of traditional tourists, business travelers and remote workers.

In this article I’ll explore what makes these types of travelers unique and how hospitality professionals can accommodate them:

Hospitality professionals are pivoting to accommodate the needs of the isolated, working traveler.

It's a new era for the hospitality industry, where remote workers are becoming more common. The hospitality industry is adapting to meet the needs of this new class of travelers.

Remote workers are not traditional tourists who want to visit your hotel room or resort at all times of day; they're more like employees who need access to resources from anywhere in the world through their smartphones and laptops—which means there are specific needs that aren't being met by the hotel management as they stand today.

The hybrid traveler has specific needs in addition to those of the traditional tourist

The hybrid traveler has specific needs in addition to those of the traditional tourist. They're looking for a place to work, but also a place to relax and enjoy themselves. They're not looking for a luxury experience, but they are looking for a comfortable experience.

This means you should take into consideration how your hotel can cater to these types of guests.

As remote work becomes more normalized, hospitality professionals are seeing a growing trend in extended stays.

As remote work becomes more normalized, hospitality professionals are seeing a growing trend in extended stays. Remote workers are looking for more than just a place to sleep—they want a space that is convenient and comfortable for them to work, relax and socialize.

In fact, it's not just the accommodations that have changed; the tech needs have evolved as well. Here are some things you can do today to help your business better cater to this new class of travelers.

Coworking spaces have become a must-have feature for many hotels and resorts.

Coworking spaces have become a must-have feature for many hotels and resorts. These spaces provide the perfect environment for remote workers, who need quiet spaces where they can focus and meet clients. They also need places to relax after a long day's work, which is why it's important that these buildings have good wifi connections.

These guests prioritize comfort and convenience over luxury.

Remote workers are looking for practicality, not luxury. Their needs have changed; they no longer have time or money to spend on amenities that don't matter.

The remote worker has become a new class of traveler: one who is focused on comfort and convenience over luxury, while still being able to work remotely. This group doesn't want fancy hotels or five-star restaurants; they want functional spaces with Wi-Fi and fast Internet speed (if possible), somewhere where they can go on vacation but also get some work done when needed—and then relax when it's time for dinner or drinks with friends at night!

Hotels and resorts are redesigning spaces to make travelers feel comfortable and able to relax when they’re not working.

Hotels and resorts are redesigning spaces to make travelers feel comfortable and able to relax when they’re not working. Hotels are adding amenities like coworking spaces, gyms, restaurants and health clinics.

Hotels that cater to remote workers can help alleviate some of the stress associated with being away from home by providing the same services as a traditional hotel but with more flexibility in terms of hours worked or days spent there. Some hotels even allow employees to work remotely part-time while still enjoying all that a local vacation has to offer.

Many travelers are seeking functional spaces where they can comfortably mix work and pleasure

Rooms for rent in hotels and resorts are changing, too. They're becoming more functional spaces where travelers can work and relax comfortably. For example, many hotels with the help of hotel management companies and hospitality consultants, are redesigning their guest rooms to include desks that double as beds so that you can sleep on your day off (or during the middle of the night). That way you don't have to worry about finding somewhere else to stay if you need some extra rest time after work!

To conclude…

We hope that these insights into the needs of remote workers and the challenges faced by hospitality professionals will help you in your own business. As technology continues to evolve, so too must our businesses adapt, or risk being left behind.

Many hotels are hiring hospitality management companies to help them with these modifications as they know better about international hospitality management trends. It is always profitable to jump ahead of the trends so that your guests experience the best services possible!

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