Hostaway Raises $365 Million for Short-Term Rental Management Platform
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 17, 2024
Skift Take: It's among the largest fundraises ever for short-term rental management tech.
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Elevate guest engagement with modern marketing tech
Hospitality Net
DECEMBER 17, 2024
Guest engagement is at the heart of every successful hotel. Turning guests into loyal advocates takes more than impeccable serviceit requires harnessing the power of modern marketing technology. By using data-driven insights and delivering personalised experiences through effective omnichannel communication, hotels can elevate guest satisfaction, drive growth, and inspire loyalty.
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Hilton Execs Say Next-Gen Wealth Will Shape Luxury Hotel Growth
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 17, 2024
Skift Take: Hilton is wise to fine-tune its brands, adapting them for localized appeal in emerging markets. It will also need to develop relationships with the next generation of owners if it wants to expand its empire.
Kimpton expands presence in Mexico with signing of hotel and branded residences in Monterrey
Hospitality Net
DECEMBER 17, 2024
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!
Hostaway CEO on What’s Next After Raising $365 Million: Europe Expansion, More AI
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 17, 2024
Skift Take: The CEO of Hostaway says there's no clear market leader for short-term rental management tech, but he wants to change that.
Lifestyle Hospitality Capital (LHC) Group acquires Miami Beach Hotel, launching the Dean Group’s US expansion
Hospitality Net
DECEMBER 17, 2024
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The Next Big Things in Hospitality: Trends for 2025
Hospitality Net
DECEMBER 17, 2024
The hospitality industry is a dynamic space, continuously shaped by shifting consumer preferences, technological advancements, and global influences. As 2025 approaches, the sector is poised to embrace transformative trends that redefine guest experiences, operational efficiencies, and sustainability practices. Heres a deep dive into the key trends likely to shape the future of hospitality.
Singapore Airlines’ SilverKris Business lounge at Changi is a pre-flight delight
Hotel Management
DECEMBER 17, 2024
Singapore Airlines flagship SilverKris and KrisFlyer Gold lounges at Singapore Changi Airport Terminal 3 made their debuts at a couple of years ago following a SG$50 million re-design, upgrade and expansion project and to this day, it remains one of the leading lounge precincts in the world. The Private Room, the First Class section of the SilverKris Lounge, the Business Class section of the SilverKris Lounge, and the KrisFlyer Gold Lounge can collectively accommodate around 1,150 customers wit
In Her Own Words: Denise Dupré of Champagne Hospitality is the ultimate hotelier
Hospitality Net
DECEMBER 17, 2024
How Indians are Turning Astro Tourism Into a Travel Trend — India Report
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 17, 2024
Skift Take: Indians are chasing unique travel experiences, and astro tourism is shining bright on their radar. Destinations are eager to cash in on the trend.
How to Stay Competitive in the Evolving State of Martech
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
Belmond Expansion, Family Luxury and a ‘Stupid’ Jet Fuel
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 17, 2024
Skift Take: Today's podcast looks at Belmond's experiences, independent hotel ideas, and the fuel that has aviation leaders talking.
Capturing Hotel Demand at Scale: How Digital Marketing Automation is Shaping the Future of Hospitality
Hospitality Net
DECEMBER 17, 2024
In todays hyper-competitive hospitality landscape, hotels can no longer rely on a build it and they will come mindset. The hunger for travel is insatiable, but the demand for a hyper-personalized experience that starts long before a potential traveler clicks book now has hit an all-time high. In this market, loyalty must be earned not given, and digital marketing is not a luxury, its a necessity.
Where Did the World Fly Most Frequently in 2024?
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 17, 2024
Skift Take: While no two markets are the same, fears of a global slowdown in airline capacity growth were unfounded in 2024. These new figures set up 2025 to be another year of robust network expansion.
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.
Chloë Sevigny Stars In W Hotels ’Hotel Tales’ - A Series Of Shorts Crafted By Pat Regan
Hospitality Net
DECEMBER 17, 2024
Hosting Responsibly
Hotel Management
DECEMBER 17, 2024
The Weatherdon group is reshaping the hospitality industry a comprehensive suite of products for hotels wanting to host responsibly and make a difference where it matters. Doing the right thing is always a good idea, and in the lead up to our Australian summer season, hotels are on the lookout for smarter options to pamper their guests without neglecting the planet.
Kellie Hanselman Joins Hospitality America as Vice President of Sales
Hospitality Net
DECEMBER 17, 2024
Kimpton expands presence in Mexico with signing of hotel and branded residences in Monterrey
Lodging
DECEMBER 17, 2024
MONTERREY, MexicoKimpton, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury and lifestyle portfolio, announces plans for a new boutique luxury hotel and branded residences in the bustling urban destination of Monterrey. As the brands sixth property planned for Mexico, Kimpton Monterrey will be located in the new-build mixed-use Torre Rise, set to be the tallest tower in Latin America.
ABM Evolution: How Top Marketers Are Using Account-Based Strategies
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.
Hostaway Announces $365 Million Strategic Growth Investment Led by General Atlantic
Hospitality Net
DECEMBER 17, 2024
Exclusive: EVT’s Norman Arundel on the enduring power of boutique hotels
Hotel Management
DECEMBER 17, 2024
With experiential travel in high demand, the future remains bright for boutique hotels, according to EVT Director of Hotels and Resorts, Norman Arundel. In an era where consumers are under increased cost-of-living pressures, the boutique hotel sector remains a vibrant and expanding part of the hospitality landscape. At EVT Hotels & Resorts, we are witnessing firsthand that the demand for boutique accommodation offerings is not only holding steady but continuing to grow.
Hideaway At Royalton Punta Cana And Royalton Punta Cana Reopen Following Significant Investment In Transformations
Hospitality Net
DECEMBER 17, 2024
The potential of EU workers to revitalise Britain’s hospitality sector
eHotelier
DECEMBER 17, 2024
Agreeing a youth mobility scheme with the EU would improve the quality of the hospitality workforce - particularly at a time when businesses will not look at increasing expenditure - and drive consumer spending on hospitality, and overall tourism, across the country.
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
Hilton New York Times Square Reveals Stunning $20 Million Renovation
Are Morch
DECEMBER 17, 2024
The Times Square retreat unveils a reimagined ground-floor lobby, Sky Lobby, and three new food and beverage experiences. NEW YORK (December 17, 2024) – Hilton New York Times Square proudly announces the completion of a $20 million public space renovation, unveiling an entirely transformed ground floor lobby, 15th floor Sky Lobby, and three brand new […] The post Hilton New York Times Square Reveals Stunning $20 Million Renovation appeared first on Are Morch, Digital Transformation C
What is AI going to bring hotels in 2025?
Hospitality Net
DECEMBER 17, 2024
Lets cut through the noise for a moment. AI is not just hype anymoreits the biggest shift in tech since the internet made floppy disks obsolete.
Crescent Hotels & Resorts To Manage The St. Anthony, a Luxury Collection Hotel
Lodging
DECEMBER 17, 2024
FAIRFAX, VirginiaSan Antonios iconic The St. Anthony, a Luxury Collection Hotelhas named Crescent Hotels & Resortsas the propertys new management company, ushering in the next chapter in the history of the storied downtown property while ensuring it remains one of the citys premier destinations for meetings, special events and leisure travel. Sid Greehey, a majority investor in the historic property, has been named Managing General Partner of the hotels ownership group.
ABM Success Recipe: Mastering the Crawl, Walk, Run Approach
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.
Dusit Princess Chiang Mai reopens with a fresh new look
Hospitality Net
DECEMBER 17, 2024
Located in the heart of Chiang Mai on Chang Klan Road, just steps from iconic landmarks such as Wat Chedi Luang and the renowned Night Bazaar, the upper-midscale Dusit Princess Chiang Mai provides an ideal base for exploring this vibrant northern city.
AHLA and Cvent announce three-year partnership
Lodging
DECEMBER 17, 2024
WASHINGTON, DCThe American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) andCvent today announced a three-year partnership. As AHLAs latest silver premier partner, Cvent will be the registration technology platform of choice and event registration sponsor for several of AHLAs signature events. As a global leader in event and hospitality technology, Cvent will add tremendous capacity to AHLA as the association continues to expand its roster of trade shows and conferences.
dusitD2 Fagu, Shimla, the first Dusit-branded hotel in India, makes its debut in the Himalayas
Hospitality Net
DECEMBER 17, 2024
Outside Thailand, Dusit Hotels and Resorts has officially re-entered India with the opening of dusitD2 Fagu, Shimla, which welcomed its first guests on 15 December 2024.
Hotels and OTAs are putting their customer data to good use
Hotelier Magazine
DECEMBER 17, 2024
By Eric Alister It goes without saying that Artificial Intelligence (AI) has unveiled to hotel and online-travel agency (OTA) brands the hidden powers of customer data collection for increasing operational efficiency and revenue. From improving personalized guest experiences to optimizing pricing, improving marketing efforts and enabling more accurate forecasting and better strategic planning, AI has proven time and time again that the more customer data you collect, the more valuable customer i
A Buyer’s Guide to Future-Proofing Your Restaurant Tech Stack
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