Travel and hospitality
November 23, 2020
The Four Seasons app lets guests check in digitally. Image credit: Four Seasons
By Sarah Ramirez
Leveraging technology will be crucial for luxury hospitality brands to help consumers feel confident about resuming travel amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
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