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DOT Launches Probe Into Loyalty Programs of 4 Largest U.S. Airlines

Skift Blog

Skift Take: The investigation seeks to determine whether recent industry trends like devaluing the worth of miles and consolidation have adversely affected consumers.

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Data-Driven Personalization: Are Hoteliers Missing the Mark?

Hospitality Net

As guest expectations for personalized experiences continue to rise, hotels face escalating pressure to deliver tailored content that resonates on an individual level. Instant gratification is now the norm, with guests anticipating that hotels will foresee their needs and preferences at every encounter.

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Anantara’s Urban Shift Signals Minor Hotels’ Luxury Ambitions in Europe

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Minor Hotels is transforming its Anantara brand, spreading its traditional resort-focused roots in Asia, and growing an urban luxury hotel portfolio in Europe.

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Highest Season Launches the Hotel Sales Mastery Course: A Comprehensive 8-Week Training Program to Revolutionize Hotel Sales

Hospitality Net

Highest Season, a leader in commercial strategies and sales courses that generate revenue for hotels, is excited to introduce the Hotel Sales Mastery Course. A unique, online training program that goes beyond traditional hotel sales education.

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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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Hyatt Checks Out of Hotel Ownership, But Eyes More Deals Like Mr & Mrs Smith

Skift Blog

Skift Take: You might think "asset-light" means "we don't own stuff." In Hyatt's case, it means: "We don't own hotels, except when we occasionally buy some so we can flip them at a profit and help fund our M&A.

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Peachtree Group Launches Restaurant Management Division

Lodging

ATLANTA, Georgia—Peachtree Group has launched a restaurant management division. Under the leadership of Daniel Puglisi, SVP of corporate operations for hospitality management, this division will focus on operating quick-service restaurants, starting with coffee shops. This new venture underscores Peachtree Group’s commitment to expanding its footprint in the hospitality industry, beginning with a partnership with AdventHealth and launching a Starbucks location in its AdventHealth Orlando h

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Wyndham Debuts First U.S. Registry Collection Hotel

Lodging

PARSIPPANY, New Jersey—Wyndham Hotels & Resorts debuted The Mining Exchange, a Registry Collection Hotel, marking the first property in the collection in the United States. The 128-room, newly renovated hotel is located in downtown Colorado Springs, Colorado. Once home to the stock exchange for gold and silver sourced from the Rockies, guests can now take in the hotel’s history and use amenities including multiple onsite culinary outlets, a full-service spa, and an on-site art gallery, [R

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Fosun Sells Thomas Cook to Private Equity-Backed eSky: 8 Takeaways

Skift Blog

Skift Take: For eSky, Thomas Cook's storied brand offers a shortcut to recognition in Western Europe. Or at least that's the wager of eSky's new private equity backer MCI Capital. As for Fosun, what will it sell next? Club Med?

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128-Key Radisson Collection Residence, Amman Abdoun Scheduled for 2028 Opening

Hospitality Net

Radisson Collection Residence, Amman Abdoun, is scheduled to open in 2028. The newly-built property will feature 128 keys, including 18 two-bedroom apartments. Radisson Collection is known for its luxury lifestyle collection of iconic properties, each offering bespoke design and exceptional experiences. The property will offer two dining outlets, including a pool lounge and versatile meeting spaces, making it an ideal choice for leisure and business travelers.

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Short-Term Rental Regulation Silver Linings

Skift Blog

Skift Take: A growing number of governments are seeking to regulate their short-term rental markets -- but increased regulations don't have to be a death knell for the industry, and in some cases can actually help operators.

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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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The Westin Bora Bora Resort & Spa Introduces a Serene Haven in the ‘Pearl of the Pacific’

Hospitality Net

Now Open: Bora Bora’s Newest Resort Features Overwater Villas with Stunning Views, Locally-Inspired Wellness Offerings, Marine Life Conservation Efforts, Diverse Dining and More.

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Equipping Destination Organizations With Essential Tools for Success in 2025 and Beyond 

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Destination organizations and convention and visitors bureaus (CVBs) are operating in an increasingly demanding environment characterized by shifting consumer preferences and intense competition. They can address these challenges and improve decision-making by leveraging Destinations International's tailored suite of tools and products.

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2028 Opening Scheduled for Radisson RED Property in Amman, Jordan

Hospitality Net

Radisson RED Amman Downtown, set to open in 2028, will bring a vibrant, unconventional twist to the heart of Amman. The hotel will boast 197 keys, including seven suites and six two-bedroom apartments, offering a variety of accommodation options. Guests can look forward to a lobby lounge and bar, an all-day dining restaurant, a specialty restaurant and a large co-working space with meeting facilities.

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Rome Eyes Tourist Reservation System for Trevi Fountain

Skift Blog

Skift Take: The Trevi Fountain could be the latest world-renowned attraction to limit access to tourists after a summer of overtourism.

Tourism 298
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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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68th U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry to Headline WTTC Global Summit

Hospitality Net

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) today announces 68th U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry as its keynote speaker at the global tourism body’s Global Summit, taking place on 8th – 10th October, in Perth, Western Australia.

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JetBlue Raises Third-Quarter Outlook, Sees Bump in Summer Bookings

Skift Blog

Skift Take: It looks like JetBlue’s new strategy that emphasizes cutting unprofitable routes and bolstering leisure capacity in the East Coast is continuing to pay off.

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The Boardwalk Hotel Now Open Under Brick Hospitality Management

Hospitality Net

Brick Hospitality, a leading San Diego-based hotel management company, announced today its partnership and soft opening of The Boardwalk Hotel, Mission Beach’s newest boutique escape. Formerly known as the Santa Clara Motel, this revitalization and new stewardship promises to elevate the guest experience and solidify The Boardwalk Hotel as a premier destination in San Diego’s vibrant beach community.

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Home Swapping Is Thriving in New York City While Short-Term Rentals Fade

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Like many condos in New York City, home-swapping isn't addressed in Local Law 18. Should it be?

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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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Accessible Hotel Room Entertainment: Hospitality Casting Solutions Bring Modern Features to All Hotels

Hospitality Net

The invention of modern casting devices has allowed small, boutique, and budget hotels alike to offer luxurious and high-tech features like those available in 5-star hotels and resorts.

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American Airlines Adds 5 New European Routes for Summer 2025

Skift Blog

Skift Take: The new routes are a bet that the international travel boom will continue next summer.

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Le Méridien Fort Worth Downtown, designed and developed by Premier, opens to guests

Hospitality Net

Le Méridien Fort Worth Downtown, the latest addition to Premier’s upscale, full-service, soft-branded boutique hotel design portfolio, marked its soft-opening welcoming guests last week. A significant historic conservation adaptive reuse and hotel conversion project, Premier co-developed the 14-story 188-guestroom hotel in coordination with Blueprint Hospitality.

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‘Tick tock’: don’t miss your chance to enter the 2024 HM Awards

Hotel Management

An extension to the submissions deadline for the 2024 HM Awards for Hotel and Accommodation Excellence, presented by Sealy Posturepedic, is coming to a close with limited time remaining to cast your nomination. Enter the 2024 HM Awards now The HM Awards portal will close at 11.59pm on Monday September 9. The 22nd annual event, taking place on Friday November 29, 2024 at the Grand Ballroom, ICC Sydney, will determine the best people, properties, departments, brands and chains in the business of a

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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.

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The Nittany Lion Inn Reopens Following Transformation

Hospitality Net

The Nittany Lion Inn, a joint partnership with Rockbridge and Scholar Hotels, celebrated its official reopening on Sept. 3 with a ribbon cutting ceremony attended by Penn State University president Neeli Bendapudi, Happy Valley Adventure Bureau president Fritz Smith and Gary Brandeis, CEO of Scholar Hotels. The iconic Georgian colonial-style building, which originally opened in 1931, was completely refreshed with new restaurants and decor that melds a modern aesthetic with the building’s histori

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Southside by Ovolo makes an entrance with statement suites and bold arrival area

Hotel Management

Southside by Ovolo, a member of Design Hotels, has made its arrival in Hong Kong’s first warehouse-converted hotel. Located in the vibrant cultural district of Wong Chuk Hang on the south side of Hong Kong Island, Southside by Ovolo aims to reflect the essence of Hong Kong’s dynamic culture and lifestyle. In a transformation designed to elevate the guest experience, the hotel offers distinctive design with luxury and comfort at the forefront.

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HEI Expands Footprint in Georgia With Addition of Kimpton Sylvan Atlanta Buckhead

Hospitality Net

HEI Hotels & Resorts, one of the nation’s leading operators of institutionally owned hotels with a portfolio of more than 100 properties across the United States, has added the Kimpton Sylvan Atlanta Buckhead to its portfolio, bringing the total number of hotels managed in the of state of Georgia to 17.

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The Motley Hotel Richmond to open under Hilton’s Tapestry Collection in Q4

Hotel Management

Hilton’s independent Tapestry Collection by Hilton is set to make an Australian debut later this year with the signing of The Motley Hotel in Richmond, Melbourne. Located on Richmond’s historic Bridge Road, the 80-room hotel will operate under a franchise agreement with Amber Property Group. The Motley Hotel features an eclectic design, rooftop bar and restaurant, and meeting space.

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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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Hotel Equities and 34th Floor Hospitality Join Forces to Spice Up the Culinary Scene

Hospitality Net

Leading hotel owner, operator and developer, Hotel Equities (HE), and innovative food and beverage pioneer, 34th Floor Hospitality, are teaming up to infuse hotel stays with unforgettable flavors and experiences. The collaboration will revolutionize the culinary journey for guests across HE’s portfolio with immediate integrations at new-build properties in the Caribbean and Latin America.

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Avani set for Singapore launch in 2027 in partnership with UAE investors

Hotel Management

Minor Hotels’ lifestyle brand Avani Hotels and Resorts is set to make its Singapore debut in 2027 with the opening of a 200-key new-build property. Located at 24 Peck Seah Street, in the bustling Tanjong Pagar district, the 13-storey upscale property is a partnership with Singapore’s Kajima Development and Abu Dhabi-based Alwathba Investment. L-R: Rashed Mohammed Ahmed Darwa Alkaabi, Director of Alwathba Investment; William E.

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International air capacity revival underpins solid performance for Accor’s Queensland hotels

Hospitality Net

Accor’s Queensland hotel network recorded sustained growth in the year to the end of July 2024, emphasising Queensland’s premier position in the Australian tourism and hotel market.

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NOPSI Hotel Joins Latitudes: Lifestyles by Crescent Collection

Lodging

NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana—Crescent Hotels & Resorts has welcomed the historic NOPSI Hotel in New Orleans, Louisiana to its Latitudes: Lifestyles by Crescent collection. The former headquarters of New Orleans Public Service Inc., NOPSI is listed on the National Registry of Historic Places and is a member of Historic Hotels of America. The NOPSI hotel is a symbol of New Orleans’ Jazz Age legacy and the building retains its original architectural details, including distinctive windows, high

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Beyond The Meeting Room: Luxury Magazine Resource

Escape into a world of luxury and dive into the future of tech, fun takes on the American pastime, and many inspirational individuals. With engaging reports on fashion, food, travel, finance, sports, and more, download now and enjoy the read!