Skift Blog
JUNE 3, 2024
Skift Take: Marriott has unveiled details about its newest hotel brand, temporarily named Project Mid-T. It is mainly designed for converting existing hotels or reusing office spaces and is aimed at middle-class travelers.
Hospitality Net
JUNE 3, 2024
Industries must adapt and innovate to stay competitive in an ever-evolving digital landscape. The food service sector is no exception. We sat down with Aris Gysel, a key figure in McDonald’s Switzerland, to discuss his experience steering the digital transformation of McDonald’s restaurants. In this interview, Aris shares his insights on digital ordering systems, the challenges of implementation, and the impact on customer experience and staff roles.
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Skift Blog
JUNE 3, 2024
Skift Take: CEO Geoffrey Ballotti has Wyndham going places - 95 countries, to be exact. The hotel giant, known for its budget-friendly digs, is breaking out of its economy shell to make moves in the upscale market, such as with newest brand HQ.
Lodging
JUNE 3, 2024
Convening at the Marriott Marquis in New York City, the 46th Annual NYU International Hospitality Industry Investment Conference is themed “Driving Alpha” to express a positive outlook on the hospitality industry, tempered by recognizing ongoing challenges. In his opening remarks today, Jonathan Tisch, CEO of Loews Hotels, noted, “We face challenges like everybody else, pressure on the bottom line, inflation, worker shortages, expenses, rising taxes—all come together in the hotel industry. … But
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!
Skift Blog
JUNE 3, 2024
Skift Take: Spirit’s leadership shakeup comes as the carrier is struggling to make a profit, and some analysts have previously said the ultra-low-cost carrier would need to either find a buyer or potentially file for bankruptcy.
Lodging
JUNE 3, 2024
MCLEAN, Virginia—With nearly 350 existing lifestyle hotels and another 350 expected to join the portfolio by 2028, Hilton is set to double its presence in the lifestyle category in the next four years. The recent addition of Graduate Hotels and NoMad to Hilton’s portfolio, coupled with increasing guest and owner demand, has positioned the company to accelerate lifestyle category growth.
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Hospitality Net
JUNE 3, 2024
Accor, a world-leading hospitality group, today announces the upcoming opening of Mercure Sofia, the first hotel under the midscale brand in Bulgaria. Expected to open in the autumn of 2024, the new hotel will be located in Manastirski Livadi one of the most sought-after areas of the capital. The hotel boasts convenient access to various landmarks and attractions in the city, offering guests the opportunity to discover Bulgarian culture.
Skift Blog
JUNE 3, 2024
Skift Take: Execs at the major hotel groups have a broadly upbeat outlook as they turn to AI to offset staffing shortages and enhance the guest experience.
Hospitality Net
JUNE 3, 2024
RIU Hotels & Resorts returns to Mauritius with a bang with two new hotels in the foothills of the famous Le Morne Brabant. Riu Palace Mauritius is the first RIU Palace hotel opening in this destination. It is a four-star superior Adults Only hotel with the new and exclusive Elite Club service. The four-star Riu Turquoise, in turn, is a hotel ideal for a family holiday thanks to its wide variety of services and dining options.
Skift Blog
JUNE 3, 2024
Skift Take: Accor’s strategic interest in India is driven by the country’s demographic potential, significant supply-demand gap in branded hotel rooms, and improving travel infrastructure.
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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
JUNE 3, 2024
Radisson Hotel Group is delighted to announce its debut in Sardinia with the opening of Veridia Resort Sardinia, a member of Radisson Individuals. Situated in the picturesque Chia region of Southern Sardinia, less than an hour from Cagliari, the resort is set to transform premium travel in the area with its blend of natural beauty and sophisticated elegance.
Skift Blog
JUNE 3, 2024
Skift Take: Saudi Arabia’s tourism plans are nothing if not bold. In the latest season of this limited-series podcast, Skift explores how innovative ideas in design, experience, and sustainability are shaping the Kingdom’s development.
Hospitality Net
JUNE 3, 2024
Today, we are thrilled to announce the launch of unparalleled access to vital business intelligence data alongside comprehensive market intelligence within the LodgIQ Mobile app.
Skift Blog
JUNE 3, 2024
Skift Take: Lifestyle hotels are making up a bigger part of the development pipeline - one way to bring in higher daily rates.
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
JUNE 3, 2024
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE:H) announced the opening of Park Hyatt Changsha, marking the debut of the Park Hyatt brand in the heart of central China’s Hunan capital. A part of Changsha’s prestigious International Finance Square (IFS), the hotel occupies the uppermost floors of the 1,000-foot-tall Tower Two skyscraper, the capital’s tallest building.
Hotel Management
JUNE 3, 2024
The Hotel Britomart in Auckland has launched a regenerative travel experience that will see guests plant trees, learn about local culture, herbs and plants, and discover how to forage native foods. The sensory experience is offered in partnership with Velskov, a regenerative New Zealand native forest farm located in Parau, 25km west of Auckland’s CBD, and caters to the growing number of travellers considering the environmental and social impacts of their trip.
Hospitality Net
JUNE 3, 2024
The Luxury Collection, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today announces the opening of TA’AKTANA, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Labuan Bajo in one of Indonesia’s most scenic and distinctive leisure destinations. The waterfront property, Marriott International’s first in Labuan Bajo and The Luxury Collection’s second property in Indonesia, is nestled between a canopy of surrounding wild forests and the beauty of the Flores Sea.
Lodging
JUNE 3, 2024
Project HQ Hotels & Residences, the smart lifestyle hospitality spearheaded by Sam Nazarian through an alliance with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, announced a series of groundbreaking deals and strategic partnerships. The first hotels in HQ’s brand portfolio will be based in Montreux, Switzerland, and Detroit, Michigan. Building on nearly two decades of expertise in the smart lifestyle sector, Project HQ is set to focus on innovation and a blend of cultural and smart lifestyle elements. [
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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
JUNE 3, 2024
Returning to Italy, The Hoxton’s expansion continues with Florence set to open later this year. Bringing new energy to the city and marking a new chapter for the late-Renaissance palazzo it inhabits, the hotel will have 161 bedrooms including a 3-bedroom house, spacious lobby, an Italian Riviera-inspired restaurant, sprawling courtyard, cosy late night wine bar, and dedicated event spaces.
Lodging
JUNE 3, 2024
NEWTON, Massachusettes—Sonesta International Hotels Corporation announced the debut of its unified loyalty program, Sonesta Travel Pass, and combined website, ushering in a new era for its six million members worldwide. Following Sonesta’s acquisition of Red Lion Hotels Corporation, the updated website brings Sonesta’s brands, including Royal Sonesta, Sonesta Hotels & Resorts, and Sonesta ES Suites, together with the Red Lion brands, including the eponymous Red Lion Hotel, Americ
Hospitality Net
JUNE 3, 2024
An effective hospitality technology stack should focus on the following seven (7) core areas of the guest journey while delivering a “data process flow” to facilitate the required operational capabilities that align with the hospitality provider’s desired guest experience with consideration for future requirements:
Are Morch
JUNE 3, 2024
This article is part of the Hotel Digital Transformer newsletter on LinkedIn. Subscribe to my LinkedIn newsletter where I’ll share tips, ideas, and strategies to help your hotel open its digital gateway. __ Hotels often lag in implementing Digital Transformation and AI due to a combination of factors. Key among these is the perception of high costs and […] The post How AI and Digital Transformation Can Enhance the Timeless Charm of Hotels appeared first on Are Morch, Digital Transformation
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
JUNE 3, 2024
The BLLA Team sat down with Ben Rafter, President & CEO at Springboard Hospitality to chat about the upcoming Boutique Hotel Investment Conference taking place on June 5 at Florence Gould Hall in NYC.
Hotel Designs
JUNE 3, 2024
Hotel Designs Case study: One Thousand Museum makes a sculptural statement with Duravit Case study: One Thousand Museum makes a sculptural statement with Duravit The One Thousand Museum in Miami, designed by Zaha Hadid, is the centrepiece of a series of five high-rise buildings, and in keeping with Hadid’s innovative vision, the luxury bathrooms are fitted out with high-quality sanitary ceramics from Duravit… The name ‘One Thousand Museum’ refers to the prime location at 1000 B
Hospitality Net
JUNE 3, 2024
Following the conclusion of the Group’s 2024 Annual General Meeting, Accor – a world-leading hospitality group - is pleased to unveil its purpose statement: Pioneering the Art of Responsible Hospitality, Connecting Cultures, with Heartfelt Care.
Hotel Designs
JUNE 3, 2024
Hotel Designs Mandarin Oriental Mayfair is officially open Mandarin Oriental Mayfair is officially open Mandarin Oriental Mayfair, located on historic Hanover Square and the first new build in Mayfair for over a decade, had its official ribbon-cutting ceremony this morning… Designed by Rogers Stirk Harbour + Partners , Mandarin Oriental Mayfair brings a modern architectural approach to one of London’s most storied squares.
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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
JUNE 3, 2024
This article underscores Namibia’s potential as a premier tourism destination, driven by its natural beauty, strategic initiatives, and increasing tourism contributions to the economy.
Hotel Business
JUNE 3, 2024
With nearly 350 existing lifestyle hotels and another 350 expected to join the portfolio by 2028, Hilton is set to double its presence in the fast-growing lifestyle category in the next four years. The company has appointed Kevin Osterhaus as president, global lifestyle brands to steward the growth, design and development of the Canopy by Hilton, Curio Collection by Hilton, Graduate by Hilton, Motto by Hilton, Tapestry Collection by Hilton and Tempo by Hilton brands.
Hospitality Net
JUNE 3, 2024
Maestro PMS, the hotel industry’s leading Web Browser based cloud and on-premises all-in-one property-management system, will showcase the latest enhancements to its industry-defining technology at the upcoming HITEC 2024 event in Charlotte, N.C. Updated mobile functionality, enhancements to payment processing tools, and more will be on display at Booth 1844 at the Charlotte Convention Center from June 24-27.
Hotel Speak
JUNE 3, 2024
Unlike traditional shoppers, travelers aren’t just seeking a product or service; they’re searching for the perfect getaway — a family vacation, spontaneous weekend escape, or an unforgettable adventure. But from the moment they begin contemplating their journey, travelers face an overwhelming array of choices. Amid the option overload, hotels and hospitality brands have a unique opportunity to guide and inspire travelers.
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