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U.S. Supreme Court Upholds TikTok Ban: What it Means for Travel

Skift Blog

Skift Take: The U.S. ban represents a significant setback for travel companies that have become increasingly dependent on the platform for customer acquisition.

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Avion Hospitality Awarded Management of Newly Rebranded Hotel Savoy Kansas City

Lodging

KANSAS CITY, MissouriAvion Hospitality, a nationally recognized hotel management company, today announced the company has been awarded management of the newly rebranded Hotel Savoy Kansas City, Tapestry Collection Hotel by Hilton. The former 21c Kansas City underwent a transformation to become part of Hiltons Tapestry Collection, a curated portfolio of unique and distinctive hotels known for their individuality, charm, and boutique experiences.

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Airbnb Cracks Down on Price Gouging During LA Fires

Skift Blog

Airbnb hosts in two California counties who raise their rates more than 10% compared to pre-LA fires' pricing will be blocked from doing so.

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Singapore Airlines ups Brisbane flights to meet high demand for international travel

Hotel Management

Singapore Airlines (SIA) is expanding its services between Singapore and Brisbane in response to strong demand for international travel, most notably during recent peak periods. Starting June 16, 2025, Singapore Airlines will add three weekly flights, increasing frequency on the Brisbane route from 25 to 28 flights or four daily services. Travel demand has been strong as Brisbane continues to grow as a major gateway and Queensland gains significance as a global destination for business and leisu

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5 Ways You Can Win Faster with Gen AI in Sales

Incorporating generative AI (gen AI) into your sales process can speed up your wins through improved efficiency, personalized customer interactions, and better informed decision- making. Gen AI is a game changer for busy salespeople and can reduce time-consuming tasks, such as customer research, note-taking, and writing emails, and provide insightful data analysis and recommendations.

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Cendyn: Secondary Markets Surpass Primary Markets for YOY Meetings Growth

Lodging

AUSTIN, TexasKnowland by Cendyn released December monthly data findings to help hoteliers gain insight into the top locations selected by todays meeting planners. The company announced St. Louis, Missouri/Illinois ranked first in the top 25 markets with year-over-year (YOY) growth at 125.8 percent. Nashville came in second with growth at 28 percent.

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Where Tradition Meets Modernity: Four Points by Sheraton Chennai Velachery Opens Its Doors

Hospitality Net

Discover the perfect blend of Chennais cultural charm and contemporary hospitality at Four Points by Sheraton Chennai Velachery - where every stay is a celebration of style, comfort, and authenticity.

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Exclusive: inside one of Europe’s finest new hotels, The Peninsula London

Hotel Management

The Peninsula London welcomed the first guests in September 2023 and since then, the luxury and elegant property at one of the citys grandest junctures where Hyde Park Corner meets Wellington Arch has continued to firmly be one of Europes finest hotels ever built. To find out what makes the property so unique, The Peninsula London Managing Director, Rolf Buehlmann , sat down with James Wilkinson in the British Capital recently.

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Driftwood Secures Financing for Westin Cocoa Beach Resort & Spa

Lodging

MIAMI, FloridaDriftwood Capital has secured a total of $207 million in senior construction financing and Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE) financing for its Westin Cocoa Beach Resort & Spa on Floridas Space Coast. After breaking ground in September 2024, the $420 million, 502-key resort is part of Driftwoods decade-long investment to grow the region’s hospitality profile and meet demand.

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IHG Hotels & Resorts marks 50 years since entering Greater China and celebrates over 800 open hotels in the region

Hospitality Net

IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) marks an extraordinary milestone with its 50th anniversary in Greater China. From opening its first property in 1975 to operating 800 hotels today, IHG has played a pivotal role in driving industry growth, enhancing guest experiences, and supporting the regions economic development. Looking to the future, IHG reaffirms its unwavering commitment to Greater China by leveraging global expertise and local insights to create enriching and rewarding experiences.

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Poor hotel tech is affecting employee retention, Cloudbeds finds

eHotelier

Cloudbeds, the premier hospitality management software platform, has revealed 38% of hotel employees say their experience with property management systems (PMS) influenced their decision to leave a job.

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Don't Let AI Pass You By: The New Era of Personalized Sales Coaching & Development

Speaker: Brendan Sweeney, VP of Sales & Devyn Blume, Sr. Account Executive

Are you curious about how artificial intelligence is reshaping sales coaching, learning, and development? Join Brendan Sweeney and Devyn Blume of Allego for an engaging new webinar exploring AI's transformative role in sales coaching and performance improvement! Brendan and Devyn will share actionable insights and strategies for integrating AI into coaching and development - ensuring personalized, effective, and scalable training!

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2024 Smashed All-Time Airline Industry Records: 4 Key Takeaways

Skift Blog

Skift Take: A global shift towards higher capacity aircraft is offering more seats onboard fewer flights but huge sustainability questions remain.

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Plans underway for new-build hotel at Fiji’s Nadi International Airport

Hotel Management

Hotel operator selection is underway for a new-build hotel at Nadi International Airport, according to The Fiji Times , following a successful year for the nations tourism sector. In an interview published this week, Fiji Airports Ltd CEO Mesake Nawari revealed plans for a new transit hotel, a state-of-the-art commercial and retail building and expanded parking facilities as part of a 10-year strategic plan.

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The hidden cost of rate disparity: OTAs undercutting hotels responsible for 50% rise in Cost Per Click (CPC)

Hospitality Net

Hotels that allow Online Travel Agents (OTAs) to undercut their rates pay nearly 50% more for PPC leads, new research has revealed.

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HiJiffy Empowers Hoteliers to Create Automated WhatsApp Messages with New Campaigns Manager

Hotel Speak

[15 January 2025] HiJiffy, a leader in conversational AI for hospitality, has introduced its latest innovation, the Campaigns Manager , designed to further streamline and automate guest communication across the entire guest journey. By integrating real-time data from a hotels Property Management System (PMS), this tool significantly simplifies operations while delivering tailored and timely messaging to guests via WhatsApp , with SMS as a dependable fallback.

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Diving into Diversity: Decoding the Foundations of Inclusion in Hospitality Talent Acquisition

Speaker: Lauren Fernandez - CEO & Founder, Full Course

Companies all over the world, including Marriot International and Hilton Worldwide, are aware of the value of including DEI in their talent acquisition strategy. However, despite these initiatives, there is still plenty that the hospitality sector can do to promote DEI. When comparing the hospitality industries in India, Iraq, the UK, and the US, you will see that there is a consistent underrepresentation of persons from different ethnic, gender, and disability origins across all levels of the i

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TikTok Goes Dark: How It Impacts Travel

Skift Blog

Skift Take: TikTok has gone dark in the U.S. It's unclear that the ban will remain in place, but if it does, the travel industry would be forced to change its social media marketing methods.

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Record growth for flagship luxury and lifestyle brands at Accor with 90 hotels signed last year

Hotel Management

Accors luxury and lifestyle brands Sofitel, Sofitel Legend, MGallery and Emblems achieved record growth in 2024 with close to 90 hotels signed collectively. Under the leadership of Maud Bailly as CEO for the past two years, these flagship brands have undergone a comprehensive transformation prompting renewed interest from owners and investors. 2024 has been a milestone year for our brands, marking unprecedented development momentum, said Bailly.

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Industry Veteran Tim Dick Joins Woodworth Core Group

Lodging

ATLANTA, GeorgiaOfficials of Woodworth Core Group (WCG), a leading provider of customized lodging research, valuation and advisory services, announced that Timothy J. Dick, PhD, has joined the firm in their Atlanta office as executive vice president. WCG Principal R. Mark Woodworth stated, We continue to focus on providing seasoned expertise to our clients.

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How a Strategic Integrated Campaign Elevated Visibility & Conversions for an Event Venue

Hospitality Net

An event venue connected to a hotel in New York City struggled to capture market share. Despite having a premium location and offerings, the venue was being overlooked by potential clients. The standalone website, which served as the primary digital presence for this venue, was seeing minimal traffic and conversions.

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A Buyer’s Guide to Future-Proofing Your Restaurant Tech Stack

The race to 100% digital is on. With the restaurant industry still in the early innings of its digital transformation, brands need an airtight strategy when it comes to building out their tech stack. Download the buyer’s guide to learn where to prioritize your efforts and get the most out of every investment.

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The hidden cost of rate disparity: OTAs undercutting hotels responsible for 50% rise in Cost Per Click (CPC)

Hotel Speak

Houston TX, January 15, 2025 Hotels that allow Online Travel Agents (OTAs) to undercut their rates pay nearly 50% more for PPC leads, new research has revealed. Analysis of 27million Cost per Click (CPC) impressions shows hotels are forced to pay an average of 47% more per click than if they offered the lowest nightly rate on their own website, a study by global hotel technology specialist SHR shows 1.

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Ryanair Wants a Two-Drink Cap at Airports: Here’s What Key Industry Players Think

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Ryanairs call for a two-drink limit at airports highlights deep industry divisions. Even if such measures are practical, would they effectively address root problems?

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Perth hotels top the occupancy leaderboard in 2024, AHA WA reports

Hotel Management

Perth hotels are experiencing a strong resurgence in bookings, with the Australian Hotels Association (WA) reporting that the west coast city reached the highest occupancy rates in the country in 2024. From January to December 2024, metropolitan Perth hotels achieved an average occupancy level of 79.4% a 3.9% increase on the same period in 2023 while average daily room rate rose by 3.2% to $227.31, demonstrating strong demand.

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Extended Stay America Celebrates 30th Anniversary

Lodging

CHARLOTTE, North CarolinaExtended Stay America celebrated its 30th anniversary of providing affordable accommodations for guests seeking long-term stays. Since opening its doors in 1995, Extended Stay America has committed to meeting the needs of extended-stay guests. For three decades, Extended Stay America has been exclusively dedicated to serving extended stay travelers with affordability, convenience, and genuine care, said Greg Juceam, president and CEO, Extended Stay America.

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Beyond The Meeting Room: Luxury Magazine Resource

Escape into a world of luxury and dive into the future of tech, fun takes on the American pastime, and many inspirational individuals. With engaging reports on fashion, food, travel, finance, sports, and more, download now and enjoy the read!

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6 Ways Hotel Automation Can Help Reduce Labor Costs in 2025

Hospitality Net

As youre reading through the onslaught of 2025 hotel industry predictions and trends pieces, youre likely noticing Automation near the top or at the top of every list. So much so that "Automation might become a buzzword that you start to skip over.

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Key considerations for FF&E scheduling in hotel development

eHotelier

In hospitality projects, every detail impacts guest experience and operational efficiency, with FF&E (Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment) purchasing being a critical component.

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Emissions from Hotels: The Gap Between Plans and Actions

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Hotels have big plans to lower the amount of greenhouse gas emissions they generate. However, this report could show a gap between those plans and actual progress, especially when it comes to energy usage.

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Hilton supports Los Angeles locals impacted by wildfires with 20,000 free room nights

Hotel Management

As the devastating impact of the Los Angeles wildfires continues to unfold, Hilton and American Express are partnering to make 20,000 hotel room nights available at no charge to impacted people across the greater Los Angeles area. Hilton is working with Los Angeles County non-profit organization 211 LA to coordinate the distribution of rooms to people who have been displaced by wildfires, many of whom have already applied to the nonprofit for accommodation.

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10 Ways to Leverage Buyer Signals and Drive Revenue

In today’s ultra-competitive markets, it’s no longer enough to wait for buyers to show obvious signs of interest. Instead, sales teams must be proactive, identifying and acting on nuanced buyer behaviors — often before prospects are fully ready to make a purchase. In this eBook from ZoomInfo & Sell Better, learn 10 actionable ways to use these buyer signals to transform your sales strategy and close deals faster.

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Resolute Road Hospitality Adds Doubletree by Hilton Spokane City Center to Portfolio

Lodging

BOISE, IdahoResolute Road Hospitality announced a strategic partnership with JMA Ventures to manage the DoubleTree by Hilton Spokane City Center, located in Spokane, Washington. The addition of this property expands Resolute Road’s footprint to eight states across the United States. “We are delighted to announce our partnership with JMA Ventures as we welcome the DoubleTree Spokane into the Resolute Road family,” said Gary Horton, president, Resolute Road Hospitality. “Th

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Hilton Garden Inn Athens Syggrou Avenue Officially Opens as First Hilton Garden Inn in Greece

Hospitality Net

The highly anticipated Hilton Garden Inn Athens Syggrou Avenue hotel is now officially open, marking the debut of the Hilton Garden Inn brand in Greece. Located in the heart of Athens, this new hotel offers modern accommodation and an elevated experience for both business and leisure travelers.

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Gift Cards and Alternative Payments: Their place in the hotel operations ecosystem

eHotelier

What good is a gift card if its a chore to purchase or use?

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Bali Won't Go Ahead With Hotel Building Ban

Skift Blog

Skift Take: A ban on building may be extreme, but Bali will still have to find ways to deal with overtourism.

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Beyond the Basics: How to Develop and Retain a Top-Performing Sales Team

Speaker: Brendan Sweeney, VP of Sales at Allego

Maximizing sales rep performance is no easy task. 📈 Traditional sales training methods focus heavily on the first few weeks in the sales role. Companies dedicate time, resources, and budget to onboarding new hires, only for them to forget what was learned in those first few weeks, lose motivation, and struggle to come to grips with their role.