Skift Blog

MARCH 27, 2024

Skift Take: Google is the among the tech giants investing in a reimagined, AI-powered future of travel planning and booking. How can the smaller companies compete?

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Are Morch

MARCH 27, 2024

In the ever-evolving landscape of the hospitality industry, the quest for higher revenue, enhanced productivity, and greater guest satisfaction is relentless. Leading the charge in this digital transformation is Velma, an AI-powered assistant designed specifically for hotels. Velma is not just any virtual assistant; it’s a game-changer, transforming online visitors into loyal guests through a […] The post Revolutionizing The Hotel Guest Experiences of Tomorrow with Velma: The AI-Powe

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Skift Blog

MARCH 27, 2024

Skift Take: The online travel landscape is poised for dynamic growth as local players strive to maintain their dominance and western OTAs take steps to tap into the opportunity.

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Lodging

MARCH 27, 2024

ATLANTA—IHG Hotels & Resorts announced the availability of new prototype options for its three suites brands—Staybridge Suites, Candlewood Suites, and Atwell Suites. By expanding design choices, IHG provides flexibility for developers across site configurations and market types while maintaining the experiences guests expect in the suites space.

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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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Skift Blog

MARCH 27, 2024

Skift Take: Carnival is the first cruise line to note the potential impact of the tragic Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse on the industry. A key port will be temporarily unavailable.

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Hotel Management

MARCH 27, 2024

Global designers and key performers from across Australasia have been announced for leading hotel architecture and interior design conference, Design Inn Symposium , which returns to SkyCity Adelaide on Tuesday 30 April 2024. Damien Perrot, Accor This year, Accor’s Global Chief Design, Technical Services & Innovation for PME, Damien Perrot, will take to the stage to share his insights into the global hotel design landscape, covering key challenges and opportunities, in a one-on-one Q&A s

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Hospitality Net

MARCH 27, 2024

Captivating design, mindful moments, and vibrant dining destinations await at JW Marriott Hotel Nairobi within Kenya’s cosmopolitan capital cityJW Marriott Hotel Nairobi - PoolJW Marriott Hotel Nairobi - Standard King.

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Skift Blog

MARCH 27, 2024

Skift Take: The travel trends to Australia underscore the potential of India's middle class and its young demographic as a major force in shaping future travel trends.

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Hospitality Net

MARCH 27, 2024

While PBX systems utilizing VoIP networks are ideal for general hotel communication, emergency communications paths within the elevator must meet unique code requirements and require special attention as it pertains to risk/liability reduction.

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Skift Blog

MARCH 27, 2024

Skift Take: As in the planned American Express Global Business Travel Group merger with CWT, many marriages have in-law issues.

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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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Hospitality Net

MARCH 27, 2024

A company’s website serves as a powerful conduit for customer engagement, brand representation, and revenue generation. Nowhere is this more evident than in the hospitality industry, where a hotel website frequently marks the first point of contact with potential guests. Amidst discussions on digital marketing and website management, a pivotal question emerges: where should the control over website content and functionality reside - with its creators or with the businesses they represent, such a

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Skift Blog

MARCH 27, 2024

Skift Take: Six Senses Residences Dubai Marina is opening 2028, 21 years after the tower was conceptualized.

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Hospitality Net

MARCH 27, 2024

A Certificate of Occupancy (C.O.) is a vital requirement prior to opening your hotel after a new build/renovation (without it you’re subject to massive, compounding fines!). Because of the necessity of this certification, you’ll want to work it in to your construction plans from the very beginning to avoid any project delays.

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Skift Blog

MARCH 27, 2024

Skift Take: Today's podcast looks at Hilton's ascent, Maui's tourism pitch, and Breeze's new loyalty program.

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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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Hospitality Net

MARCH 27, 2024

Your pool is likely one of your guests’ most loved amenities, but, as you know, with great fun comes great responsibility. It’s essential to take all measures to help ensure guests remain safe at your pool, including drowning prevention. Drowning is one of the most traumatic things that can happen in any scenario, but it is especially tragic when it happens at a hotel pool.

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Skift Blog

MARCH 27, 2024

Skift Take: India is a land of numerous local cultures and experiences, which can substantially enhance Intrepid's offerings for tourists in the country.

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Lodging

MARCH 27, 2024

What initially inspired you to get into the hospitality business? As an attorney in private practice, I represented hotel and restaurant owners in all aspects of their businesses. When I made the decision to pivot careers, I was drawn to the energy around the hospitality industry and how impactful the industry is on our communities and also the individual experiences for each guest.

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Skift Blog

MARCH 27, 2024

Skift Take: CitizenM is looking for new growth capital. Might it sell to one of the large hotel groups?

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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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Lodging

MARCH 27, 2024

RICHMOND, Virginia—Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc. announced the acquisition of the 234-room AC Hotel by Marriott Washington DC Convention Center for approximately $116.8 million, or $499,000 per key. “We are pleased to expand our portfolio with the acquisition of the AC Hotel Washington DC Convention Center and are thrilled to establish a presence in downtown Washington, D.C., a market we have tracked and wanted to have a presence in for some time,” said Nelson Knight, president, […] The pos

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Hospitality Net

MARCH 27, 2024

Accor is pleased to announce the signing of a radiant new MGallery Hotel Collection address in Chengdu. Chengdu Financial City – MGallery Collection will open in 2026, in the vibrant central business district of the city, with dazzling views overlooking the banks of the Jinjiang River. Chengdu Financial City – MGallery Collection will be the third hotel in the Chengdu area for the MGallery brand, joining Ocean Spring Resort Chengdu – MGallery and the soon-to-open Chengdu Expo Waterfall Hotel – M

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Lodging

MARCH 27, 2024

GREENVILLE, South Carolina—Ben Campbell has transitioned from chief operating officer to president and CEO. Hospitality America Founder and CEO Chris Cargen has retired and will assume the newly created position of chairman of the Board. Just weeks into his term, Campbell is leading the company, which includes growing from 17 hotels to 40 hotels in less than 10 years; expanding its portfolio to include more lifestyle and full-service brands; investing in tools and technologies for […] The

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Hospitality Net

MARCH 27, 2024

Reaffirming Booking.com’s commitment to showcase more sustainable travel options to all of its customers, and to help support accommodation partners on actions they can take to operate more sustainably, today the leading digital travel platform has announced some updates to how it will display more sustainable choices to travelers around the world, focusing on third-party certifications.

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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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Hotel Business

MARCH 27, 2024

Expotel Hospitality , a full-service, third-party hotel management company, has promoted Bret Chittenden , formerly the firm’s COO, to president. He has been part of the company since its inception in 1999 and previously worked for the founders of the company, George Newton (the current chairman) and the late David Burrus. “I want to thank Mr. Newton and late Mr.

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Hospitality Net

MARCH 27, 2024

Phuket has seen an unprecedented onslaught of overseas buyers transform the island into the largest leisure branded residences real estate market in the world. The current supply of branded properties has now eclipsed a staggering USD2.3 billion (THB80 billion) and is expected to grow further according to new data from hospitality consulting group C9 Hotelworks.

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Hotel Business

MARCH 27, 2024

Avion Hospitality , a national third-party hotel operator, will manage the 314-room The Windsor Court hotel in New Orleans. “Regularly rated as the finest hotel in New Orleans by several publications, The Windsor Court hotel is a prize addition to any hotel management portfolio,” said Robert Burg, president/CEO, Avion. “We are thrilled to embark on this exciting journey with The Windsor Court and work with this world class team.” The hotel features a collection of paintings, sculptur

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Hospitality Net

MARCH 27, 2024

London’s highly anticipated lifestyle hotel, designed and filled with artworks by Signature Artist D*Face, will open 24th April 2024.

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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.

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SiteMinder

MARCH 27, 2024

Sydney, Australia – New Zealand’s ASURE Accommodation Group has teamed up with SiteMinder , the name behind the only software platform that unlocks the full revenue potential of accommodation providers, as the premium motel chain looks to boost the revenue-generating capabilities of its property network. Properties across the ASURE motel network in New Zealand are now in the process of adopting SiteMinder’s revenue platform as part of ASURE’s digital transformation journey.

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Hospitality Net

MARCH 27, 2024

IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) today announced that it has signed its first management contract with Samty K.K. to open voco Hiroshima in mid 2027.

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eHotelier

MARCH 27, 2024

Hotels need to better understand the revenue being displaced by a meeting, group, or event, and balance that against the predicted income from transient guests.

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Hospitality Net

MARCH 27, 2024

Historically, Las Vegas was a gaming-centric market, with 61% of revenues coming from the casino category in 1990. Although gaming continues to serve as an economic engine in Las Vegas, according to CDC Gaming, food, beverage, and other departments accounted for a record 73.4% of total revenue, up from a combined 69.6% year over year. This trend is not limited to Las Vegas; it is being observed in casino markets worldwide.

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