Skift Blog
JULY 1, 2024
Skift Take: We’re redefining travel leadership search with the finesse of a concierge and the foresight of a seasoned globetrotter — because in this industry, innovation starts with who's at the helm.
Lodging
JULY 1, 2024
WASHINGTON, D.C.—AHLA Foundation announced its third annual No Room for Trafficking Summit will take place on July 30, 2024, the same day as the United Nations’ World Day Against Trafficking in Persons. At last year’s No Room for Trafficking (NRFT) Summit, the inaugural grantees of the NRFT Survivor Fund were announced, including Safe House Project, Businesses Ending Slavery and Trafficking (BEST), Restore NYC, Inc., University of Maryland Support, Advocacy, Freedom, and Empowerment (SAFE) Cente
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Skift Blog
JULY 1, 2024
Skift Take: The Skift Travel Health Index reveals a slowdown of the car rental sector despite a travel industry rebound, suggesting a price-sensitive market and a potential shift towards alternative transportation post-pandemic.
Hotel Management
JULY 1, 2024
Landmark WA hotel Hyatt Regency Perth is set to close its doors next month after 36 years in operation with its Singapore-based owner Tuan Sing Holdings Limited seeking to embark on a new hospitality direction. Tuan Sing Holdings announced on Monday that the existing management agreement with Hyatt Hotels will be terminated on August 31, 2024, at which point the property will cease to operate as a hotel.
Speaker: Brendan Sweeney, VP of Sales & Devyn Blume, Sr. Account Executive
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Skift Blog
JULY 1, 2024
Skift Take: Boeing executives will be hoping that the Spirit AeroSystems deal helps it regain the narrative following production quality concerns.
Lodging
JULY 1, 2024
CHICAGO, Illinois—Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced that a Hyatt affiliate has acquired the me and all hotels brand from Lindner Hotels AG (Lindner) to grow in new European markets and build on Hyatt’s momentum in the region. This move builds on the collaboration that Hyatt and Lindner entered into in 2022, which increased Hyatt’s brand footprint in Germany and Europe, with the subsequent integration of most Lindner Hotels & Resorts and me and all hotels into […] The post Hyatt Acquir
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Hotel Management
JULY 1, 2024
Ovolo Hotels Chief Executive, Dave Baswal, has announced that he will depart the boutique hotel business at the end of September, with Founder and Executive Chairman Girish Jhunjhnuwala to resume the CEO role thereafter. Since joining the company in 2016, initially as Director of Finance and Operations AU, Baswal quickly progressed to key senior leadership roles, including Chief Operating Officer, Chief Financial Officer and Managing Director, before his promotion to the CEO position in 2022.
Skift Blog
JULY 1, 2024
Skift Take: Japan's most iconic peak is scaling new heights in tourism management. A new entry fee may be modest, but a daily cap on visitors should reduce overtourism on peak days.
Hospitality Net
JULY 1, 2024
SH Hotels & Resorts, the sustainable hotel brand management company founded by hospitality visionary Barry Sternlicht, today announced plans to unveil 1 Hotel & Homes San Miguel de Allende. Set to open in 2027, the property is poised to redefine luxury and sustainability in the heart of historic Mexico. Located just minutes away from the vibrant city center of San Miguel de Allende and perched on an incline with breathtaking views, this sanctuary will offer a profound escape guided by the beauty
Skift Blog
JULY 1, 2024
Skift Take: In one of his first sit down interviews since taking on the new job, Pieper tells Skift how he navigates such a challenging brief.
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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
Hospitality Net
JULY 1, 2024
The new hotel made its debut in the city of the Yellow River with refreshing design, embodying the brand spirit of "The World’s Gathering Place" with vibrant energy
Skift Blog
JULY 1, 2024
Skift Take: In India, weddings get the grand stage while education waits in the wings.
Hospitality Net
JULY 1, 2024
The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the hospitality sector is reshaping how hotels operate, enhancing guest experiences, improving operational efficiencies, and even bolstering their sustainability efforts. From smart room technology to AI-powered concierge services, the industry is witnessing a transformative shift.
Hotel Management
JULY 1, 2024
Melbourne Airport has welcomed the arrival of its first internationally branded new-build hotel in over two decades with the opening of the dual-branded Novotel and Ibis Styles Melbourne Airport on Monday. Over 120 key industry and media stakeholders were in attendance for the official ribbon cutting and launch event led by Melbourne Airport CEO Lorie Argus, Accor Pacific Chief Operating Officer, Adrian Williams and Visit Victoria CEO Brendan McClement, with guests invited to explore the hotel’s
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.
Hospitality Net
JULY 1, 2024
I rented a pure electronic vehicle (PEV) or battery electric vehicle (BEV) for a road trip to Palm Springs in January. That was the first time I took a trip with an EV, and I discovered that a PEV was only good for short or daily commutes. I will need a hybrid EV or a gas-powered car for longer road trips.
Lodging
JULY 1, 2024
ARLINGTON, Texas—Drury Hotels Company, LLC, has announced the opening of its newest hotel in Arlington, Texas. The Drury Plaza Hotel Dallas Arlington—the third Drury hotel in the DFW Metroplex and 20th in Texas—has 268 guestrooms and suites, and 7,000 square feet of meeting space. This is the second hotel opened by the company within 30 days with five additional openings slated before the end of 2025.
Hospitality Net
JULY 1, 2024
The 4th of July sparks vibrant domestic travel across the U.S. Families and friends celebrate with fireworks, parades, beach outings, and barbecues. This holiday encapsulates the diverse beauty and rich culture of America, making it a prime time for exploring national parks, historical landmarks, and new cities. As Americans plan their vacation, here’s how the travel trends are shaping.
Lodging
JULY 1, 2024
ATLANTA, Georgia—McKibbon Equities announced that it has closed on the purchase of Courtyard by Marriott Atlanta Buford Mall of Georgia located northwest of Atlanta. The 110-key property was purchased from an affiliate of Hotel Equities and represents the second portfolio investment for McKibbon Income Fund I. Synovus Bank provided debt financing for the transaction.
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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.
Hospitality Net
JULY 1, 2024
23 years ago Regional VP and GM Armando Kraenzlin of Four Seasons Resorts Maldives created a Hospitality Apprenticeship program for local Maldivians. It’s the longest-running and most successful of its kind in the Indian Ocean, with 858 graduates since its inception in 2001. Back then, Armando often paddled between islands seeking talented young people for his new “school” where they could learn the art of hospitality under his tutelage.
Lodging
JULY 1, 2024
PARSIPPANY, New Jersey—Wyndham Connect is now available across North America. Wyndham Connect was first announced at the company’s 2023 Global Conference as Wyndham’s guest engagement platform powered by Canary Technologies. Designed to enhance the guest experience through a series of mobile-centric tools, Wyndham Connect leverages an AI-driven large language model, allowing owners to cater to travelers and their evolving needs.
Hospitality Net
JULY 1, 2024
Park Hyatt Marrakech today welcomes guests, marking the debut of the Park Hyatt brand in Morocco as the country’s popular summer season approaches its peak. The opening grows the brand’s presence in Africa, joining Park Hyatt Zanzibar and the forthcoming Park Hyatt Johannesburg, slated for 2025.
Hospitality Tech
JULY 1, 2024
During HITEC 2024, industry leaders discussed the vulnerabilities hotels face from social engineering, complacency in cybersecurity investment, and the dual-edged nature of AI, urging CTOs to adopt a proactive stance.
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
Hospitality Net
JULY 1, 2024
Generative AI heralds a new era of hospitality by helping companies craft more personal and seamless experiences for travelers and guests.
Refine
JULY 1, 2024
Want to turn more website visitors into hotel guests? A/B testing is your secret weapon! By comparing two versions of a page or message, you can find out what really clicks with your audience. For hotel websites, this means better user experience and more direct bookings. In this blog, we'll cover everything from identifying the The post A 3-Step Guide to Improving Conversion Rates with A/B Testing appeared first on Revfine.com.
Hospitality Net
JULY 1, 2024
With just 11 tents, ENVI SISINI Serengeti promises guests luxury, adventure, and quintessential African wildlife experiences in a leading safari destination.
eHotelier
JULY 1, 2024
Let's explore the key challenges hospitality businesses face and the strategies they can implement to align corporate culture and human values and also highlight some of the benefits you can realize by successfully navigating the transformation to become a human-centric hospitality business.
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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.
Hospitality Net
JULY 1, 2024
Hilton continues its recognition as the world’s most valuable hotel brand by Brand Finance, topping the Hotels 50 ranking with a brand value of $11.6 billion.
Hotel Business
JULY 1, 2024
Hovr has launched its generative AI product, Suggestions, and an immersive mobile experience, Pathways. These new capabilities empower businesses to enhance user engagement and conversion rates through strategic video delivery and deployment, according to the company. By leveraging advanced machine-learning algorithms, the software analyzes website dynamics and user behavior patterns to provide actionable insights.
Hospitality Net
JULY 1, 2024
The Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International Foundation is proud to announce this year’s Mike Dimond Student Career Success Grant recipients, Daniel Ruppenicker, Grace Rucker, Bailey Jacque, and Tre Wilke, and the Global Collegiate Commercial Strategy Case Competition winner, Brigham Young University, Hawaii, with honors also to Republic Polytechnic and University of Macau.
Hotel Designs
JULY 1, 2024
Hotel Designs Introducing the Villas at Nammos Hotel Mykonos Introducing the Villas at Nammos Hotel Mykonos Adding another layer to Nammos World’s existing lifestyle offerings, Nammos Hotel Mykonos has unveiled its curated collection of three private villas… Providing unparalleled access to Psarou Bay and its exclusive offerings, the villas at Nammos Hotel Mykonos boast unobstructed views of the Aegean and private pools to cool off from the Grecian sun undisturbed.
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