Wed.Dec 18, 2024

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Impact of new DMA legislation: Future of Google + hotels in Europe

Hospitality Net

The European Commissions Digital Markets Act (DMA) has made many headlines since it came into force. And its impact on hotel marketing is being discussed in all corners of the world. But how is it affecting hotels in reality? And what do hotels need to do to protect their visibility and revenue?

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Hyatt Strikes Deal to Add The Venetian in Las Vegas to Loyalty Program

Skift Blog

Skift Take: The agreement helps Hyatt meet surging demand while expanding earning and redemption options for loyalty members in a crucial market.

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Novotel Initiates a Wave of Change by Turning Points into Ocean Preservation

Hospitality Net

Following the launch of its three-year partnership with the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF), Novotel is working with Dift (formerly Captain Cause) and ALL, Accors loyalty program, to help guests and members actively support ocean conservation through purposeful points donations.

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Hilton Goes Local, FTC Bans Junk Fees and Asia-Pacific Takes Flight

Skift Blog

Good morning from Skift. Its Wednesday, December 18, 2024. Here's what you need to know about the business of travel today.

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Don't Let AI Pass You By: The New Era of Personalized Sales Coaching & Development

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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Palm House, Palm Beach’s First Modern Luxury Hotel, is Now Open

Hospitality Net

The first U.S. property for the Iconic Luxury Hotels collection and the first new hotel on Palm Beach Island in over four years, Palm House sets a new standard for luxury that redefines Palm Beach hospitality.

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Pan Pacific Hotels Group awarded GSTC certification across all Australian hotels

Hotel Management

Pan Pacific Hotels Group (PPHG) has become the first hospitality group in the Oceania region to achieve multi-site certification from the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) across its entire Australian portfolio. All six of PPHGs Australian properties Pan Pacific Melbourne; Pan Pacific Perth; Parkroyal Darling Harbour Sydney; Parkroyal Melbourne Airport; Parkroyal Parramatta Sydney and Parkroyal Monash Melbourne have been awarded GSTCs Industry Criteria for Hotels certification.

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Ixigo CEO Explains Expansion Into Train Food Delivery Market

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Ixigo's foray into train food delivery is not just about the financials. It's about building a loyal customer base that finds everything in one place.

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Novotel Istanbul Bomonti Opens Its Doors

Hospitality Net

Novotel, the champion of balanced living, is proud to announce the, opening of Novotel Istanbul Bomonti, bringing modern comfort, thoughtful design, and the perfect blend of business and leisure to one of Istanbuls most vibrant districts.

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Who Is Fueling India’s Demand for Hostel Accommodations — India Report

Skift Blog

Skift Take: While luxury hotels in India are catering to increasing number of Indian travelers, the surge in demand for hostels indicates growth in all areas of travel.

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Nekajui, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Peninsula Papagayo, Now Accepting Reservations

Hospitality Net

A Secluded Ultra-Luxury Hideaway Perched Atop Costa Ricas North Pacific Coast.

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How to Stay Competitive in the Evolving State of Martech

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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Junk Fees Law Added to Year-End Funding Bill 

Skift Blog

Skift Take: One federal law is a cleaner fix for confusing fees than having several state laws.

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Canopy by Hilton Debuts in South Dakota

Hospitality Net

The 216room property offers a locally inspired boutique hotel experience in the heart of The Steel District and represents Hiltons first lifestyle property in Sioux Falls.

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Top CEOs You Won’t Want to Miss at our 2nd Annual Skift India Summit

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Our first Skift India Summit was the best travel industry event the region had ever seen, and we can't wait to raise the bar as we return this March.

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Hilton Announces Entry to a New Territory with the Opening of Delfins Beach Resort Bonaire, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hospitality Net

As part of Hiltons continued expansion in the Caribbean, the new resort in Bonaire joins a lineup of more than 45 Hilton hotels in the region.

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Beyond the Basics: How to Develop and Retain a Top-Performing Sales Team

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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U.S. Adventure Travelers to Ramp Up Spending

Skift Blog

Skift Take: U.S. travel reflects cautious optimism, with growing financial confidence balanced against rising costs and shifting spending behaviors.

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Hilton Hawaiian Village Refreshes Waikiki’s Most Recognizable Hotel Tower

Hospitality Net

Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort is proud to announce the renovation of its iconic Rainbow Tower.

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The Slow Fade: Why Consumer Travel Media Is Obsolete

Skift Blog

Skift Take: As someone who has devoted all of my life to media, it pains me to say this: consumer travel media, in its current incarnation, is dead. The world has changed, and its time for us to move on.

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Caption by Hyatt Downtown Nashville Debuts in The Gulch

Hospitality Net

The second Caption by Hyatt hotel in the U.S. is located in the vibrant Gulch District and welcomes guests as the newest hub for the Music City lifestyle.

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ABM Evolution: How Top Marketers Are Using Account-Based Strategies

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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TSA Prepares for 2024 Holiday Travel Surge: 3 Busiest Days Revealed

Skift Blog

Skift Take: The weeks surrounding Christmas and New Year's are historically peak travel periods, but three dates in particular are set to see extra volume this year, according to the TSA.

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Crowne Plaza opens in Adelaide Mawson Lakes embracing the blended lifestyle of next gen travellers

Hospitality Net

Crowne Plaza Adelaide Mawson Lakes opened as the first and largest premium hotel in northern Adelaide, expanding the IHG portfolio to five hotels in the region. The 155-room hotel is part of a new-build seven-storey precinct in the heart of Mawson Lakes, offering guests the ideal blend of convenience and access in one of Adelaides most rapidly growing lifestyle areas, moments from the best events and attractions in the CBD, Barossa Valley and beyond.

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Q&A: How Abu Dhabi Plans to Capture the Underexplored Travel Market

Skift Blog

Skift Take: As traditionally popular destinations buckle under the pressure of overtourism, Abu Dhabi is cleverly positioning itself as the smarter alternative for discerning travellers who value meaningful engagement.

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Shadowing as a Pedagogical Tool for Trainer Development

Hospitality Net

For this, new creative methods are essential for hospitality to leverage teaching excellence based on the transfer of knowledge among professionals, i.e., experts from the industry who wish to expand their professional skills to include practical facilitation and teaching.

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Diving into Diversity: Decoding the Foundations of Inclusion in Hospitality Talent Acquisition

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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3 Ways Ground Transportation Can Benefit From AI

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Ground transportation stands to gain significantly from AI adoption as a means to free itself from legacy tech constraints. AI enhances efficiency by optimizing routes, managing fleets, and reducing fuel consumption, while also boosting customer satisfaction.

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Accor and DOJI Group Announce the Signing of Sofitel Diamond Crown Hai Phong in Vietnam

Hospitality Net

Accor, a global leader in hospitality, is proud to announce the signing of Sofitel Diamond Crown Hai Phong in Vietnam, a new luxury hotel being developed in partnership with DOJI Group. This exceptional property, set to open in 2026, will be the first internationally acclaimed hotel located in diamond crown Hai Phong Complex, bringing signature French zest and offering state-of-the-art facilities at the top of a 45-story tower.

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Q&A: Accor’s Maud Bailly On How Sofitel Is Redefining Luxury Hospitality

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Theres no one-size-fits-all approach to luxury hospitality, but Accor believes its up to major brands in the space to push the envelope. After a major rebranding, Sofitel has taken up the mantle of redefining luxury by investing heavily in team training, taking a stand for sustainability, and more.

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The Five Easiest Customer Service Tactics Anyone Can Do

Hospitality Net

Its the holiday season, and whatever holiday you choose to celebrate or choose not to celebrate gifting is the norm. So, I have a gift for you: the five easiest customer service tactics that anyone and everyone can do and they wont cost a thing!

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ABM Success Recipe: Mastering the Crawl, Walk, Run Approach

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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American, Delta, and United Among Carriers to Score Washington Flights

Skift Blog

Skift Take: The awards cap off a contentious issue that had held up the passing of the FAA Reauthorization Act.

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Hyatt Centric City Centre Kuala Lumpur Opens Its Doors

Hospitality Net

The launchpad to exploration, taste, and culture takes shape at Kuala Lumpurs newest art and community-centered hotel.

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The Slow Fade: Why Consumer Travel Magazines Are Obsolete

Skift Blog

Skift Take: As someone who has devoted all of my life to media, it pains me to say this: consumer travel media, in its current incarnation, is dead. The world has changed, and its time for us to move on.

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Why Events Are Shaking Up the World of Travel – and What This Means for Hotel Revenue Management

Hospitality Net

Event-driven travel is undeniably booming, with its influence seen in hotel occupancy and room rates. As Allied Market Research reports, the global events industry is projected to reach US$2 trillion by 2032 nearly doubling its 2019 size of US$1.1 trillion suggesting that events are set to become an even more important revenue source for the hospitality industry.

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A Buyer’s Guide to Future-Proofing Your Restaurant Tech Stack

The race to 100% digital is on. With the restaurant industry still in the early innings of its digital transformation, brands need an airtight strategy when it comes to building out their tech stack. Download the buyer’s guide to learn where to prioritize your efforts and get the most out of every investment.