Skift Blog

APRIL 12, 2023

Skift Take: A consumer platform for virtual travel was probably doomed no matter what. But its founder tried, grieved the loss, and is now moving on with a pocketful of lessons and his head held high. Justin Dawes Read the Complete Story On Skift

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Hotel Management

JUNE 26, 2023

Global luxury resort liquidity is at an all-time high, as investors and operators are increasingly attracted to hotels such as the Sheraton Mirage, which addresses consumer preferences for more authentic travel experiences post pandemic. Sam McVay from McVay Real Estate described the hotel as “an irreplaceable asset”. “[The

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Hotel Management

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Localized in Southeast Asia, RevPAR levels are just below 2019 levels by less than 2%, driven by high average daily rates (ADRs) as the market saw a shift in consumers’ willingness to pay for quality both product and experience. In 2024, JLL forecasts that value-add opportunities in Southeast Asia will be on the radars of investors.

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Hotel Management

AUGUST 7, 2023

Ovolo Hotels restructures marketing operations Ovolo Hotels has announced a new marketing and communications structure that will see a number of leadership changes across the region. It’s tremendous to be working with Stephen again, he is an incredible operator,” said Reymond Founder and Director, Joanna Reymond-Burns.

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Hotel Management

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Sustainability is front of mind for Giles, with plans to reduce the amount of waste, energy and water consumed at the hotel. Jacques is a tourism advocate, actively supporting Melbourne as a destination to premium international travellers, and is passionate about supporting the arts, community and charitable causes.

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Hotel Business

JANUARY 25, 2024

Cities that focus on intentional tourism and leverage technology will garner long-term investor interest, with foreign capital likely to be the most acquisitive in 2024. As borders reopen, a surge in urban hotel performance is expected, benefiting both performance and liquidity.

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Hotel Management

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Most locations have seen an improvement on last year, but we did expect stronger growth in international tourism. It’s a tough operating environment for hoteliers with rising labour and energy costs but they have kept room rates low to increase demand. The average nightly room rate last month was $232.86 in September 2023.”

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Hotel Management

MAY 11, 2023

The Accommodation Provider Targeted Rate (APTR), which was first introduced in 2017 by Auckland Council as a means to fund tourism marketing, has been the subject of a lengthy legal battle. Hotel Council Aotearoa (HCA) has labelled the decision “disappointing”, saying it will affect members and the entire tourism industry.

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Hotel Management

AUGUST 13, 2024

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Hotel Management

DECEMBER 12, 2024

The tourism sector in Hawaii is critically important to the states economy and the growth and recovery of the industry was the key theme at the 2024 Aloha Hotel Industry Conference and Exhibition, held in November at the Ala Moana Hotel by Mantra. In his keynote, Bailey looked at the clear need for transparency in the liquor industry.

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Hotel Management

JULY 16, 2024

Garuda Indonesia and Singapore Airlines have received the Competition and Consumer Commission of Singapore’s (CCCS) approval of their commercial joint venture agreement. Moreover, we hope that this joint venture agreement can provide seamless services for passengers with more flight schedule options and ease in earning and redeeming mileage.

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Hotel Management

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

It must serve and contribute to the society in which it operates and should not negatively impact the environment in which it is located. Since 2012, our Soneva strategy has been to only operate resorts which we own. There are many examples I could quote, but my favourite is the glass factory that we operate at Soneva Fushi.

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SiteMinder

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

What are tourism trends? Tourism trends reflect evolving patterns and preferences in travel, influenced by factors such as technological advancements, socio-economic shifts, and changing consumer behaviours. Table of contents Why keep up with new trends in tourism?

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Hotel Management

JULY 10, 2024

Accor Pacific Chief Operating Officer PM&E, Adrian Williams, said “sport plays a crucial role in Australian culture and, by tourism and sporting organisations working together, both consumers and our industries enjoy great experiences and rewards”.

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Boutique Hotel News

MAY 4, 2023

UK: The UK’s travel and tourism sector is expected to see a boost of more than £200 million as a result of King Charles III’s Coronation weekend [6-8 May] and fortnight around those dates, as consumers travel across the country to celebrate with friends and millions across the UK make the journey to London to catch a glimpse of the historic event.

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Skift Blog

JULY 6, 2023

Skift Take: The UK's Jet2 appears positioned to keep its holiday-package market lead over TUI in the region, as the rising cost of living continues to impact the decisions of cost-conscious consumers. Selene Brophy Read the Complete Story On Skift

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SiteMinder

JANUARY 8, 2024

Hotel management is the practice of overseeing every operation of the business to ensure consistent growth and development. Learn more Different parts of hospitality management operations Hospitality is an umbrella term to many industries. Operations management in the hospitality industry is a broad term.

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Social Tables

JANUARY 14, 2022

Attending MTS can help mountain-related hospitality professionals learn to reach target consumers, get introduced to new products, build brand awareness, and create relationships with renowned leaders in the mountain travel industry. MTS is broken down into two main components: The Exchanges and the Forum. The Hotel Show.

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Demand Calendar

JULY 17, 2024

The travel and tourism industry will experience significant growth in the future, contributing to around 9 percent of global GDP. Hoteliers must adapt to meet changing consumer needs and preferences to attract more guests and stay ahead of those who resist change.

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MediaBoom

JULY 9, 2024

Are you using tourism search engine optimization? The tourism and travel sector continues to dominate, poised to achieve $11.1 What is SEO and why is it so important in the tourism industry? Tourism search engine optimization dictates how your website ranks for specific keywords. trillion in earnings in 2024.

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Hotel Management

JUNE 29, 2023

Kate Heather “We are delighted to announce the addition of Donna, Kelly, and Kate to our Revenue [team],” said Pro-invest Hotels, Chief Operating Officer Shantha De Silva. In this role, Leighton will oversee a team of 115 and all operations of the property. “I She will be based in Brisbane.

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SiteMinder

JANUARY 8, 2024

Hotel management is the practice of overseeing every operation of the business to ensure consistent growth and development. Learn more Different parts of hospitality management operations Hospitality is an umbrella term to many industries. Operations management in the hospitality industry is a broad term.

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Hotel Speak

MAY 28, 2024

The world of travel payments is tough, with high expectations from consumers and complex transaction requirements for B2Bs Travel bookings are back. Online sales are expected to account for 76% of total revenue in the travel and tourism sector by 2028, by which time, revenue is set to reach £746.4bn ( Statista ).

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Boutique Hotel News

APRIL 21, 2023

Giles Beswick, chief purpose officer, Vita Group : “ The journey to net zero calls for a joined-up approach to developing and operating real estate assets sustainably. All this then feeds back into the design and operation of future buildings in a virtuous circle driving towards the target of operational net zero.”

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Hotel Management

OCTOBER 3, 2023

The Veriu Group is making its mark in Australia’s apartment hotel landscape with over 3,000 rooms operating across 21 sites and a further 17 sites in development across both the Veriu Hotels and Suites and Punthill Apartment Hotels brands. This has, in turn, created enormous opportunity for hotel conversion.

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Hotelier Magazine

MAY 4, 2023

As consumer values and expectations — as well as ways of being and doing business — continue to evolve, the travel-and-hospitality industry is taking an increasingly conscious, holistic, whole-picture approach to operations and the guest experience.

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eZee Absolute

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Challenges Faced by the Property Operating in a traditional manner, Beach Street Eco Resort & Spa faced its fair share of obstacles that hindered growth as well as guest experience. This not only made day-to-day operations more complicated and time-consuming but also restricted the resort’s capacity to expand its business.

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Social Tables

MARCH 22, 2024

Economic trends, consumer preferences, and travel restrictions consistently shift, affecting how the industry operates. The conference focuses on innovation and strategic collaboration, making it especially valuable for industry professionals navigating business-to-business (B2B) to business-to-consumer (B2C) marketing.

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STAAH

MAY 14, 2024

As the hospitality industry continues to evolve in response to shifting consumer preferences and technological advancements, hotels are redefining their approach to revenue generation. Let’s explore 7 trending new revenue streams that can boost your hotel’s profitability.

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Hotel Business

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

In his new role, he will oversee all aspects of the company’s top-line operations, including revenue management, sales & marketing and digital strategy. Cheney joined the company in 2007 and served as a GM at multiple assets from Alaska to Colorado before joining the corporate team in 2011 as director of revenue management.

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Hotel Speak

MAY 25, 2023

Over the past years, we’ve seen dramatic shifts in the way the hospitality industry operates. Be it that your company offers the cheapest weekly rate hotels or large-scale exclusive operations, these changes are not random; they are reflective of larger global trends and shifts in consumer behavior, technology, and sustainability.

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Hotel Designs

MAY 31, 2023

We choose cities that make financial sense, match our brand and appeal to the next generation of both business travellers and consumers. Aside from organic growth, in May last year it acquired Estonishing Stay which, at the time, was the largest short-stay apartment operator in Estonia. Amsterdam ticks all the boxes.”

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Hotel Management

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

The APAC hotel development landscape has seen significant growth over the past year, reflecting the region’s dynamic and resilient tourism and hospitality market. How have you seen the APAC hotel development landscape change over the last 12 months? Hotel investment volumes in the region this year are projected to reach US$10.4

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Cloudbeds

MARCH 23, 2023

These days, more consumers are going online to make purchases, and travel is no exception. To convince travelers to book their property, lodging operators must provide a clear, compelling picture of what to expect and the confidence they’re making the right choice. And that comes from a comprehensive, multichannel eCommerce plan.

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Boutique Hotel News

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Redevco plans to build a €250 million portfolio in the Iberian markets which caters to youth tourism and experiential travel. It has been reported that Redevco has partnered with a Spanish boutique hotel operator to drive the design and lease the assets, according to IPE Real Estate.

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SiteMinder

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

We know that, while COVID-19 took a toll on tourism, the excitement of international travel is quickly returning as fears ease and restrictions loosen. Everything from photos through to guest reviews are creating information overload, as user generated content becomes a critical variable in the consumer’s battle for power.

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Hotel Management

MAY 22, 2024

The number one thing that we hear from hotels, particularly in a post-Covid environment, is that cost of operating a hotel has gone up, therefore, there’s pressure on the bottom line. The cost of operating a hotel has gone up and that has resulted in hotels putting up prices. Number two is the cost of talent has gone up.

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