Michal Christine Escobar

Senior Editor, Hotels

Author Profile

Michal Christine Escobar is Hospitality Technology’s Senior Editor, with a concentration on the hotel industry. She has a decade of experience as a B2B journalist. She is responsible for the hotel beat at the magazine and often writes about AI, VR, IoT and other emerging technologies affecting hospitality.

ARTICLES BY THIS AUTHOR

1/26/2025
The 2025 Travel Boom is Here: Is Your Website Secure?
As travel spikes this year, so will cyberattacks. Explore proactive solutions like tokenization and enhanced fraud prevention to stay ahead of the threats.

Michal Christine Escobar
1/23/2025
Guest Engagement Trends from the Sports and Entertainment World
From AI-powered operations to personalized experiences, stadiums are leveraging technology to streamline processes and meet evolving guest expectations—offering valuable takeaways for hospitality leaders navigating similar challenges.

Michal Christine Escobar
1/23/2025
Harnessing the Power of the Flexible Workforce: What are Hourly Workers Looking for in 2025?
Understanding the motivations and preferences of flexible workers is key to attracting and retaining this valuable talent.

Michal Christine Escobar
1/21/2025
AI in Hospitality: It’s Time to Ask the Right Questions
Focusing only on whether or not AI will replace human staff overlooks the genuine promise of AI and how it can make hospitality special.

Michal Christine Escobar
1/20/2025
Reach, Convert, Impress: Three Steps to Capture Bookings Amid Changing Traveler Preferences
In 2025, hoteliers worldwide are presented with new opportunities to capture the attention of travelers and win lifelong, loyal guests.

Michal Christine Escobar
1/20/2025
The Future of Personalized Hospitality Experiences in 2025
With third-party cookies disappearing, data-driven personalization is the future of hospitality.

Michal Christine Escobar
1/20/2025
Gift Cards and Alternative Payments: Their Place in the Hotel Operations Ecosystem
The most significant barrier preventing hotels from efficiently implementing successful gift card operations is due to restrictions within their technology stack.

Michal Christine Escobar
1/19/2025
How Small Cell Networks Could Improve Hotel Connectivity
As hotels strive to meet rising expectations for seamless service, small cell solutions offer a flexible, cost-effective way to address the challenges posed by modern building designs and security needs.

Michal Christine Escobar
1/14/2025
A Comprehensive Overview of Attribute-Based Selling in the Hotel Industry
ABS offers revenue and satisfaction gains, but ethical marketing and seamless implementation are crucial.

Michal Christine Escobar
1/14/2025
From Overwhelmed to Organized: Tech Solutions for Hotel Sustainability Goals
With more than 200 certifications worldwide, hoteliers must rely on data and technology to streamline their sustainability efforts.

Michal Christine Escobar