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International Tourism Hit Pre-Covid Levels in 2024

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Although the global travel industry's recovery is still uneven, finally hitting pre-Covid tourism numbers is a critical milestone.

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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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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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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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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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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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The Paradox of Progress: AI, Staffing Shortages, and the Future of Hospitality

Are Morch

The hospitality industry is in the throes of a staffing crisis, a paradox in an era of unprecedented technological advancement. Ironically, the very innovation that promises to revolutionize the industry artificial intelligence (AI) is also emerging as a potential solution to the labor shortage dilemma. However, while AI offers significant potential to streamline […] The post The Paradox of Progress: AI, Staffing Shortages, and the Future of Hospitality appeared first on Are Morch, Digit

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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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Exclusive: Hilton leans into location with The Tapestry Collection

Hotel Management

Hilton Regional Director, Development –Australasia, Tushar Raniga,says travellers are demanding holistic experiences that deliver on value, adventure and local touches. Increasingly, we are seeing our guests wanting authentic experiences with the ability for local exploration and adventure. Luxury travellers are seeking hotels that tell their own stories.

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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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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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Workplace Violence: A Leading Cause of Death in the Hospitality Industry

Hotel News Resource

A recent article by Fisher Phillips, delves into alarming statistics indicating a high number of worker fatalities in the hospitality industry caused by workplace violence.

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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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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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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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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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First Hospitality Expands Into New Markets, Opens Multiple New Development Properties, and Launches Portfolio Verticals

Hospitality Net

First Hospitality, a national hotel operating and development company, grew into Oklahoma, Georgia, and Bahamas, while continuing growth in its existing markets, plus opened three new development lifestyle properties. This growth reflects First Hospitalitys continued focus on upscale, soft brand and lifestyle properties which now accounts for nearly 45% of its portfolio.

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Spa success at scale with the Awana Spa at Resorts World Las Vegas

eHotelier

Awana Spa demonstrates how hotels with incredible amenities are adapting to the new demand for experiential, multi-venue meetings and events. They are no longer simply about information exchange and networking; they are about socialization and teambuilding when a physical office no longer exists.

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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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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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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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Denver Union Station and The Crawford Hotel Complete Renovation

Lodging

DENVER, ColoradoDenver Union Station and The Crawford Hotel recently completed a refresh, including updates to the Great Hall and each of the hotels 112 guestrooms. Originally opened in 1881, the Denver Union Station first reopened in July 2014 after a $54 million renovation that included the creation of The Crawford Hotel, which is named for urban preservationist and Union Station Alliance member Dana Crawford.

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IHG Hotels & Resorts launches Garner brand in Japan with three new openings in Osaka

Hospitality Net

IHG Hotels & Resorts continues the rapid international growth of its newest midscale conversion brand, Garner hotels, with the opening of its first three hotels in Japan, marking a significant milestone as Garner expands into the Asia Pacific region.

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Peachtree originates $114.6M in loans for two Hyatt hotels

Hotel Business

Peachtree Group has originated $114.6 million in bridge loans to recapitalize two Hyatt hotels owned by McWhinney. The transactions include the Hyatt Centric Congress Avenue Austin in Texas and the Hyatt Place Denver Pea Station in Colorado. For the 246-room Austin hotel, the company originated a floating-rate bridge loan with a 48-month term. Located in downtown Austin, the hotel is adjacent to the Paramount Theater and near Moody Center, South by Southwest and Austin City Limits.

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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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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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Aligned Hospitality Adds Spark by Hilton Tucson Airport to Managed Portfolio

Lodging

PHOENIX, ArizonaAligned Hospitality Management added Spark by Hilton Tucson Airport to its management portfolio. This deal supports Aligned’s strategy of leveraging its expertise, local insights, and industry relationships to grow its footprint in the Tucson market, where the company already manages six properties. Spark by Hilton Tucson Airport was previously a Comfort Suites that closed during the pandemic.

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Accor to introduce Mövenpick to Greece

Hospitality Net

Opening in spring 2025, Mvenpick Resort Agios Nikolaos Sivota will be the first international resort in Epirus.

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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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What Premier Inn’s Results Tell Us About Budget Travelers and Rising Costs

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Premier Inn's headline performance number wasn't great. Revenue per available room was down 2.5% year-over-year in the third quarter. But in hotels, like in life, context is everything.

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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.