Skift Blog
MAY 13, 2024
Skift Take: Though ChatGPT still has issues and many of its features are in experimental phases, the continued updates paint a clearer picture of the future digital travel assistant.
Lodging
MAY 13, 2024
Recently appointed Meyer Jabara Hotels (MJ) Chief Investment Officer Ian McAuley comes to this newly crafted position with 30 years of experience and relationships that, coupled with those of this closely held private hotel company, will further MJ’s expansion goals. As McAuley shared with LODGING, he plans to pursue these goals by first familiarizing himself with his new company—its people, culture, and partners—well enough to fashion and convey to potential investors a compelling story of [
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Skift Blog
MAY 13, 2024
Skift Take: Major U.S. airlines have filed a lawsuit against the Department of Transportation’s “junk fees” rule, arguing that it would create more confusion for consumers.
Hotel Management
MAY 13, 2024
Accor Chief Commerical Officer Premium, Midscale, Economy for MEA APAC, Kerry Healy, discusses refreshing iconic brands to drive growth. How have you seen the Premium, Midscale and Economy segments evolve in recent years in line with consumer demand? Accor has spent a large part of the last decade acquiring new brands, in luxury and in lifestyle; and with the rise of consumer trends such as hyper personalisation, we also needed to make sure those brands can stand the test of time.
Speaker: Brendan Sweeney, VP of Sales & Devyn Blume, Sr. Account Executive
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Lodging
MAY 13, 2024
CHICAGO, Illinois—Hyatt Hotels Corporation updated the company’s expected growth trajectory in Latin America and the Caribbean. Through 2027, Hyatt will expand its brand presence in new destinations throughout the region, meeting travelers in more places. “Hyatt’s brand growth in Latin America and the Caribbean is fueled by robust travel across all customer segments and our effective execution of an asset-light strategy, including the 2021 acquisition of Apple Leisure Group,
Skift Blog
MAY 13, 2024
Skift Take: Even as Thailand is a popular travel destination among Indians, most places beyond Bangkok and Phuket remain unexplored. Smaller resorts and businesses now seem to be trying to attract Indian tourists.
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Skift Blog
MAY 13, 2024
Skift Take: Online travel giant Booking.com will be held to a stricter regulatory standard in 27 European countries, but it remains to be seen what the true impact will be.
Hospitality Net
MAY 13, 2024
Today’s hotel and event salespeople work in completely different environments than most of their leaders experienced. Meeting and event booking sites have created a flood of leads, which can be overwhelming for those working in a sales role equipped and staffed for the era when leads came in by phone or website inquiry forms.
Skift Blog
MAY 13, 2024
Skift Take: With premium cabins typically delivering much higher profit margins than economy seats, good occupancy is a key performance metric for many airlines.
Hospitality Net
MAY 13, 2024
GuestRevu, a leading guest survey and online reputation management solution, is thrilled to announce entries are now open for the 2024 GuestRevu GREAT Awards. These prestigious awards, celebrating Guest-Rated Excellence in Accommodation & Travel, are back for another exciting year.
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
Marketing technology is essential for B2B marketers to stay competitive in a rapidly changing digital landscape — and with 53% of marketers experiencing legacy technology issues and limitations, they’re researching innovations to expand and refine their technology stacks. To help practitioners keep up with the rapidly evolving martech landscape, this special report will discuss: How practitioners are integrating technologies and systems to encourage information-sharing between departments and pr
Lodging
MAY 13, 2024
DALLAS—Driftwood Capital, through its lending fund Driftwood Lending Partners, LP (DLP), provided $30 million in mezzanine financing for the refinancing of the Sheraton Dallas Hotel, a 1,841-key hotel and convention center sponsored by Chartres Lodging Group. The mezzanine financing will accompany a $270 million senior loan originated by Goldman Sachs and JP Morgan Securities.
Hospitality Net
MAY 13, 2024
In today’s digital landscape, a successful hotel revenue strategy is more than filling rooms. It’s about targeting the right traveler and tapping into data-backed industry trends to stay competitive.
Lodging
MAY 13, 2024
LAS VEGAS—El Cortez Hotel & Casino announced a $20 million property-wide expansion that will include the addition of a new high-limit lounge, two new bars, a new restaurant, and a Starbucks coffee shop. The casino plans to begin renovations this summer, with the final phase of the expansion set to be unveiled in early 2025. Taking care to preserve the vintage appeal that visitors have come to expect from the property, the design of each […] The post El Cortez Hotel & Casino Adds Ne
Hospitality Net
MAY 13, 2024
California businesses brace for Senate Bill 478‘s impact. SB 478 was signed by Governor Newsom in October 2023 and became effective July 1, 2024. It cracks down on hidden fees, often referred to as “junk fees” and “drip pricing” (because the full cost is only disclosed drip by drip). It will likely change how businesses approach pricing strategies. Many say it is part of a nationwide response to President Joe Biden’s call to eliminate Junk Fees.
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.
Lodging
MAY 13, 2024
NEWTON, Massachusetts—Sonesta International Hotels Corporation announced the opening of Red Lion Gillette and Sonesta Grand Rapids. Red Lion Gillette is a 159-room, select-service value hotel in Gillette, Wyoming. Sonesta Grand Rapids Airport is a 183-room upscale property in Grand Rapids, Michigan. “We are excited to open the first Sonesta hotels in Gillette, Wyoming, and Grand Rapids, Michigan,” said Norman Leslie, co-founder of Lodging Opportunity Fund and Legendary Capital.
Hospitality Net
MAY 13, 2024
IRIS, the global leader in digital ordering for the hospitality industry, today announces it will be investing in its expansion in the Middle East. The announcement follows significant growth in its client base, as an increasing number of hoteliers across the region report a preference for mobile ordering from guests, enabling them to increase F&B revenue and enhance the digital experience they offer.
Hotel Management
MAY 13, 2024
At US Travel’s IPW – the largest generator of international inbound travel to the United States – in Los Angeles last week (May 3-7), the Association’s President and CEO Geoff Freeman shared a vision to make travel a national priority, solve barriers to visitation growth and become the most-visited nation in the world. “It should be our national goal to be nothing short of number one in terms of visitor arrivals, visitor spend and visitor experience,” Freeman said.
Hospitality Net
MAY 13, 2024
IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel operators, is proud to debut two Luxury & Lifestyle brands in Vietnam this year as it introduces Hotel Indigo and Vignette Collection to the market as part of its growth strategy.
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
In times of economic uncertainty, account-based strategies are essential. According to several business analysts and practitioners, ABM is a necessity for creating more predictable revenue. Research shows that nearly three-quarters of marketers (74%) already have the resources needed to build successful ABM programs.
Hotel Management
MAY 13, 2024
Crowne Plaza Fiji Nadi Bay Resort and Spa is open and ready for guest bookings following completion of the first phase of its much-anticipated multi-million-dollar transformation and extension. Located in Nadi Bay along Wailoaloa Beach, just 5km from Nadi International Airport, Crowne Plaza Fiji Nadi Bay Resort and Spa will eventually feature 324 premium guestrooms and suites, including the addition of brand-new resort wings which will be home to the stylish two-bedroom family rooms and oceanfro
Hospitality Net
MAY 13, 2024
Today’s hotel and event salespeople work in completely different environments than most of their leaders experienced. Meeting and event booking sites have created a flood of leads, which can be overwhelming for those working in a sales role equipped and staffed for the era when leads came in by phone or website inquiry forms.
Hotel Management
MAY 13, 2024
The Dorchester is coming into full bloom, marking the launch of the hotel’s summer season, including an experiential AR filter, a sparkling partnership with Wild Idol and the return to Chelsea Flower Show. The Dorchester’s famous façade has already come to life with The Dorchester Rose with an immersive AR experience. The QR code, located just outside of The Dorchester Garden, on the hotel’s forecourt, will unlock a bespoke Instagram filter showcasing the hotel’s signature rose.
Hospitality Net
MAY 13, 2024
The crystal-clear and calm waters of Santa Eulalia, in iconic Ibiza, welcome the new Meliá Ibiza, which opened its doors on 1 May after an exquisite repositioning process that has transformed the existing hotel (Sol Beach House Ibiza).
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
Are Morch
MAY 13, 2024
Slapping some fresh paint on the walls and calling it a hotel remodel? Most real pros, and guests as well, would not agree with this statement. For a real renovation, the goal is to create a space that will truly enhance the experience of every guest who steps into your building. With the digital age […] The post Hotel Remodeling and Renovations: 5 Tips to Transform Your Hotel into a Luxurious Haven appeared first on Are Morch, Digital Transformation Coach.
Hospitality Net
MAY 13, 2024
Tripleseat for Hotels, the leading cloud-based group sales and catering management platform for hotels welcomes the addition of Best Western Downtown Casper Hotel located in central Wyoming. Offering an abundance of outdoor recreation and Old West charm, the hotel features 200 recently renovated guest rooms and 36,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, perfect for families, groups, and events.
Skift Blog
MAY 13, 2024
Skift Take: Flyadeal's new CEO Steven Greenway says the scale of airline's expansion attracted him to the role. His challenge now is turning targets into tangible results.
Hospitality Net
MAY 13, 2024
If you’re looking for avenues to amplify revenue and create a more loyal guest base, look towards fine-tuning your hotel’s direct booking strategy.
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
Shifting to an account-based marketing (ABM) strategy can be both exciting and challenging. Well-implemented ABM motions build engagement with high-value accounts and drive impactful campaigns that resonate with your audience. But where do you begin, and how do you progress from crawling to running? Watch now as Demand Gen experts delve into the essentials of each stage of the ABM process.
eHotelier
MAY 13, 2024
Opening a restaurant is an extremely challenging endeavor. But if you plan accordingly, you can increase your chances of success by conducting proper market research, budgeting, getting involved with your community, investing in marketing, prioritizing operational efficiency, and listening to your customer base.
Hospitality Net
MAY 13, 2024
It’s no secret that many employees feel unappreciated and undervalued in today’s workforce. Competition for good jobs is fierce, AI will replace some jobs in the coming years, and the size and complexity of some businesses makes some employees feel insignificant. Embracing a "people-first culture" has become vital as modern talent won’t hesitate to seek better benefits and flexibility elsewhere.
eHotelier
MAY 13, 2024
“IFYKYK” is the unspoken acronym for quiet luxury. It has sprawled beyond HBO’s ‘Succession’ fashion and is now very much the center of travel. Where can one go to stay and experience the ultimate hospitality and great R&R without being looked up and down by others prying to see if their Louis Vuitton is this season?
Hospitality Net
MAY 13, 2024
Hotel and apartment rental website Booking.com has been designated as a gatekeeper under the EU’s competition rules for platforms, the Digital Markets Act (DMA), the European Commission said today (13 May).
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