By Rosanna Caira
As we approach the end of 2024, it’s time to celebrate our annual Pinnacle Award winners (see profiles starting on page 12 ) and to mark the culmination of yet another year. By the time you receive this issue, the awards celebration will have come and gone, and another crop of stellar individuals and companies will have been fêted. This is a milestone celebration for KML’s awards program as we celebrate its 35th edition.
Now, with a new year only weeks away, I’m pleased to inform our valued readers about a change in our magazine format. As the digital world continues to evolve and become increasingly important, and after careful consideration and a thorough evaluation of the evolving media landscape, KML will be transitioning our two print magazines into digital-first publications. That means starting in January 2025, seven of our eight issues will be produced exclusively in digital format, with one issue — our October Who’s Who Market Almanac — continuing to be available in print.
As part of this transition, our digital platform will be enhanced to make reading more enjoyable, more convenient and more engaging. In essence, what was great is just going to be even better. Imagine having your favourite magazine at your fingertips, wherever you go. By fully embracing digital, it will allow us to better serve you with an enhanced and immersive reading experience. You’ll be able to access the latest issues instantly, eliminating the wait for delivery and you’ll be able to dive into a world of vibrant visuals, interactive content, and exclusive online features that will enrich your reading experience.
Why are we making this move? Simply stated, it’s about providing convenience through instant access, allowing subscribers to read the magazine anytime, anywhere — whether on a tablet, smartphone, or computer. Our magazine will always be within reach and you can access a library of past editions to refer to anywhere, anytime.
Of course, we’re also concerned about making a positive impact on the environment. By choosing digital, you’re helping us take a significant step toward reducing our environmental footprint and contributing to a more sustainable future with fewer physical copies to publish and distribute.
We’ll be able to provide you with enhanced and interactive content whereby you’ll be able to enjoy multimedia features, including videos, photo galleries, and clickable links that bring articles to life in a way print simply can’t match. And an immersive experience will be yours for the taking, while special promotions, bonus content, and interactive community will connect you with fellow readers and experts.
To continue to receive Hotelier in its new digital format, and take advantage of a new era of reading, we need you to update your reader information. Turn to p.9 of this issue and scan the QR code to continue to receive our magazine at no cost. As we know, change is the only constant in life, but we’re confident you’ll enjoy the changes. We look forward to having you join our growing community of digital subscribers who are re-defining how you engage with our magazine.
In the spirit of the season, on behalf of the entire KML team, we’d like to wish readers and advertisers alike, health, happiness and the best of the holiday season — and of course, a touch of magic.
