Lodging

DECEMBER 29, 2023

It may have taken a pandemic to really wake the lodging market—including investors, developers, and hoteliers, as well as their consumers—to the beauty of the extended-stay concept. Yet, as Matt McElhare, Senior Director, Extended Stay Brands at Choice Hotels International, explained, the extended-stay hotel segment was never a sleeping giant so much as a quiet but constant player in the brand mix of hotel companies.

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Skift Blog

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Skift Take: The travel industry faces several challenges entering the new year, and here's a list of the biggest ones it faces on its ongoing road to a full recovery.

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Hospitality Net

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Rising 72 storeys high, Kempinski The Boulevard Dubai is a beacon of luxury in the heart of Downtown Dubai, steps from attractions including Dubai Mall, Dubai Opera and the world’s tallest building, Burj Khalifa. The urban resort is home to 198 well-appointed rooms and suites and a collection of elegant residences, with neutral tones contemporary décor that reflect the rich ambiance of modern Dubai.

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Skift Blog

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Skift Take: While we're sure your parents love all their children equally, for our analysts, there’s always a data story that stands out.

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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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Hospitality Net

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Hotel Elkhart, a distinguished member of the Tapestry Collection by Hilton, proudly introduces the Hotel Elkhart Repair and Restore package. This unique offering is designed to cater to RV enthusiasts, providing them with a sanctuary of comfort and elegance while their vehicles are expertly serviced in the renowned RV capital of the world, Elkhart, Indiana.

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Lodging

DECEMBER 29, 2023

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, California—Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe is open in South Lake Tahoe, California, marking the newest addition to the Margaritaville portfolio and the brand’s first ski destination resort. Amidst the Sierra Nevada mountains, the 399-suite property stands as an all-suite resort. “We’re thrilled to officially open our doors and introduce the Margaritaville lifestyle to the South Lake Tahoe community as well as visitors to our beautiful destination,” said Bob Jensch, managing di

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Lodging

DECEMBER 29, 2023

FAIRPORT, New York—The Woodcliff Hotel & Spa in New York’s Finger Lakes announces the completion of its multi-million dollar renovation of the hotel, spa, and restaurant. Celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2024, the spa has become a destination for both locals and visitors seeking a place to renew mind, body, and spirit.   “The decision for this ambitious expansion was rooted in our unwavering commitment to enhancing our guests’ experiences.

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Hospitality Net

DECEMBER 29, 2023

The current advancements in generative artificial intelligence (AI) are not merely enhancing the operational models of companies; they are poised to redefine them fundamentally. This paradigm shift, which we may only be beginning to witness, suggests a profound transition in the way web interfaces are conceptualized and utilized. From a hypothetical perspective, AI tools such as ChatGPT are projected to potentially become the primary, or in some cases, the sole interfaces for web access in the f

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Lodging

DECEMBER 29, 2023

RICHMOND, Virginia—Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc. announced the acquisition of the 299-room SpringHill Suites by Marriott Las Vegas Convention Center for approximately $75 million, or $251,000 per key. “Las Vegas, well known as a premier gaming and entertainment destination, has dynamically expanded in recent years with the arrival of major league sports teams, the Sphere and Formula 1 racing, to capture an even larger segment of leisure travel demand,” said Nelson Knight, president, real estate a

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Hospitality Net

DECEMBER 29, 2023

As we close another chapter and welcome the New Year, I reflect on HSMAI Foundation’s enduring commitment to our core tenets: attracting, developing, and engaging commercial talent in the hospitality industry. This year, in collaboration with Women in Travel THRIVE, we took a significant step towards our mission with the release of the “The Power of Mentorship” research paper.

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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

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eTourism

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Finetuning your social media strategy for the coming year? We've rated the best social media platforms for your Queensland hotel this 2024, so you can focus on the best and ditch the rest.

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Hospitality Net

DECEMBER 29, 2023

During the COVID-19 pandemic, airline employees experienced unprecedented levels of work-related stress and job uncertainty. However, their coping strategies and cultural differences in their responses to work-related stress remain understudied. In a timely recent study, Professor Seongseop (Sam) Kim of the School of Hotel and Tourism Management (SHTM) at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University and co-authors explored the relationships between job stressors, psychological stress and coping strategi

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Hotel Designs

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Hotel Designs Editor checks in: the hotel openings to watch in 2024 Editor checks in: the hotel openings to watch in 2024 As we prepare to round-off 2023 in style, Hamish Kilburn, Editor of Hotel Designs, has this year’s final words, picking out which hotel openings in 2024 should be on your radar… We love looking ahead here at Hotel Designs; exploring emerging trends – think gamechanging next-gen hotel concepts like disappearing beds – and understanding ‘what’s next̵

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Hospitality Net

DECEMBER 29, 2023

When he looks back on 2023, Peter Moore, CEO and founder of software specialist, Lolly, comments: This time last year, I said that the adoption of AI would accelerate massively in the hospitality sector. Look where we are today (only 12 months on), and ChatGPT, which was then unknown, has now become omnipresent. The news is filled with headlines such as ‘AI will end work’[1].

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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.

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Hotel News Resource

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc. (NYSE: APLE) yesterday announced the acquisition of the 299-room SpringHill Suites by Marriott Las Vegas Convention Center for approximately $75 million, or $251,000 per key.

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Hospitality Net

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc. (NYSE: APLE) (the “Company” or “Apple Hospitality”) today announced the acquisition of the 299-room SpringHill Suites by Marriott Las Vegas Convention Center (the “Hotel”) for approximately $75 million, or $251,000 per key.

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Hotel News Resource

DECEMBER 29, 2023

As we bid farewell to 2023, we reflect on our strides to enhance your event planning and hospitality experiences. At Tripleseat, innovation is not just a goal; itÕs a commitment. This year, weÕve raised the bar again with Tripleseat feature releases and product updates designed to streamline your processes, elevate guest experiences, and keep you at the forefront of the ever-evolving events landscape.

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Hospitality Net

DECEMBER 29, 2023

As anticipated ahead of the holidays, U.S. hotel performance fell from the previous week, according to CoStar’s latest data through 23 December. CoStar is a leading provider of online real estate marketplaces, information and analytics in the property markets.

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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.

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Hotel News Resource

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) announced the opening of Taj Sawai, Ranthambore. Nestled on the outskirts of Ranthambore National Park, the hotel is the perfect sanctuary to enjoy a safari to spot the elusive Royal Bengal Tiger.

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Hospitality Net

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Hotels often lag in implementing Digital Transformation and AI due to a combination of factors.

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Hotel News Resource

DECEMBER 29, 2023

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Hotel News Resource

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Article - The Moxy Phoenix Downtown Hotel Opens In Phoenix.

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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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