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NSW government invests in $16 million joint fund to draw international carriers to Western Sydney Airport

Hotel Management

State and Federal government investment in attracting international carriers to the new Western Sydney Airport and improving its rail connection to the city has been welcomed by peak industry body, Accommodation Australia. On Wednesday, the state government and Western Sydney Airport committed to a AU$16 million fund to entice international airlines to fly there, while federal government earmarked $1 billion to reserve land to connect the airport rail link with growing regions of south-west Sydn

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Extended Success

Lodging

My mom and dad were in the hospitality business when I was born, so I was raised with hospitality in my blood. The post Extended Success appeared first on LODGING Magazine.

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The Risk to Travel if There's a U.S. Government Shutdown

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Skift Take: Risks to travel are minimal if a government shutdown is short, but the longer it grows on, the more disruption in the industry can take hold.

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Culinary stars to headline Waldorf Astoria in London

Hotel Management

Waldorf Astoria London Admiralty Arch, the Capitals highly anticipated luxury opening, has announced Clare Smyth and Daniel Boulud as its official chef partners. The two renowned chefs, who together hold seven Michelin stars, will each oversee one of the hotels signature restaurants when it opens its doors in 2026. Waldorf Astoria London Admiralty Arch General Manager, Guillaume Marly, said the culinary collaboration marks an exciting step for the hotel as the historic building is restored back

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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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Funding Freeze on Fulbright Scholarships Leaves Students in Travel Limbo

Skift Blog

Skift Take: As a result of an extended freeze on grants for study abroad programs, some students told Skift that they are feeling stranded and confused.

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‘Just the beginning’: Choice Hotels secures Climate Active Certification

Hotel Management

Choice Hotels Asia-Pac has become the first hotel franchisor business to achieve Climate Active Certification. The Australian Government-backed carbon-neutral certification ensures businesses take a proactive approach to measuring, reducing and offsetting their carbon emissions to reduce negative impacts on the environment. Securing this industry-first certification demonstrates Choice Hotels Asia-Pacs commitment to reducing its environmental footprint, echoing Choice Hotels global focus on buil

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Bollywood: The Strongest Currency in Indian Tourism – Skift Travel Podcast

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Skift Take: Bollywood's enormous influence on travel is showing no signs of slowing down. This episode of the Skift Travel Podcast examines how Indian tourism has gotten a boost from the popularity of the country's film industry.

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India to Play ‘Crucial’ Role in Riyadh Air’s Global Network

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Skift Take: As Riyadh Air prepares for its first passenger flight, the airline is securing global partnerships with India firmly in its sights.

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Radisson's Growth Plan: Fewer Rules for Hotel Owners, China Focus

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Skift Take: Radisson Hotel Group says it takes an "owner-first" approach, which basically translates to: What do you, the property owner, need to make this a good investment? Maybe that's why it's been on a growth tear.

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What Are the Biggest Challenges for India’s Travel Industry?

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Skift Take: India's travel industry hasn't reached its potential yet, especially in attracting international visitors.

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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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Priceline’s Latest Campaign Uses March Madness to Tap into Sports-Driven Travel

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Priceline is using the upcoming March Madness season to push sports-driven travel with targeted hotel deals and new partnerships in its latest campaign.

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Southwest Blames Partners, Canadians Avoid the U.S. and Indian Women Lead

Skift Blog

Skift Take: On todays podcast we discuss Southwests disappointment with booking partners, Canadians disappointment with the U.S., and the women leading change in the Indian travel industry.

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