Planning and Delivering an Event: COVID-19 Impact on Hotel Industry

This report analyzes the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the hotel industry, focusing on event planning and management within the context of the Marriott Forest Hotel. It begins with an executive summary and introduction, setting the stage for an examination of the event cycle, research methodologies, and feasibility studies related to event operations. The main body of the report delves into these aspects, detailing the event cycle's stages, research methods employed to assess the impact of COVID-19, and the feasibility of conducting events under pandemic conditions. It explores the practicalities of event operations, including health and safety measures, ambiance, bookings, and equipment. Financial management and budgeting are also considered, along with an analysis of industry trends. The report concludes by summarizing the key findings and implications of the study, offering insights into how hotels can adapt to the challenges posed by the pandemic. This report from Desklib provides a comprehensive overview of event planning and management in a post-COVID-19 world.