Mon.Sep 30, 2024

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Hilton’s Annual Trends Report Finds Travelers Will Want High-Impact Experiences in 2025

Lodging

MCLEAN, Virginia—Although 2024 was dubbed the “Year of the Great Recharge,” where sleep retreats made headlines, mindful drinking rose in popularity and wellness-themed guestrooms took off. As the post-pandemic leisure travel boom normalizes, travelers surveyed in Hilton’s annual Trends Report are looking to pair their desire to relax and recharge with high-impact adventures and experiences to maximize their time and financial investment.

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What Makes Religious Tourism A Strong Investment for Hotels in India

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Skift Take: Hospitality companies are adapting to the growing demands of Indian travelers, driven by rising disposable income and greater global exposure. Customizing products to meet these evolving preferences is crucial for survival in an increasingly competitive and discerning market.

Tourism 280
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Peachtree Group Names Brent LeBlanc EVP, Business Development

Lodging

ATLANTA—Peachtree Group announced that Brent LeBlanc is now leading its business development efforts across its investment platforms. In his new role as executive vice president, business development, Brent will support Peachtree’s efforts to grow and expand its vertically integrated investment platforms. His responsibilities will include focusing on cross-marketing strategies, fostering business development, and collaborating with the investment teams to capture new opportunities.

Business 289
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GetYourGuide’s CFO Outlines Strategy to Grow Bookings of Travel Experiences

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Skift Take: In a world increasingly valuing experiences over possessions, the potential rewards of selling travel experiences online are substantial.

Travel 275
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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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13 Travel Startups Raise $600 Million in 2 Weeks

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Twelve’s massive total fundraise of $645 million shows that the company is positioning itself for a future where alternative jet fuels aren’t just trendy, but essential. Skift has now reported 16 travel startups that have raised over $100 million so far this year.

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Skift Global Forum Video: The Evolving Role of Experiences in Travel

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Skift Take: In this video from Skift Global Forum, executives from Peek, TUI Musement, and McKinsey & Company broke down significant shifts in traveler behavior driving the boom in the experiences sector.

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Air India-Vistara Loyalty Program: Top 10 Questions

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Skift Take: With IndiGo's move into loyalty programs, Air India will need to sharpen its loyalty strategy to stay competitive, especially in a market where where cost and convenience drive consumer choice.

Consumer 256
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Marriott CEO Anthony Capuano: Loyalty, Luxury, and Hotel Tech — Full Video, Skift Global Forum 2024

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Skift Take: Marriott International president and CEO Anthony Capuano spoke at the Skift Global Forum in New York City about the hospitality sector's current state and future direction through the lens of the world's largest hotelier.

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Singapore vs. Hong Kong: A Hotel and Tourism Rivalry

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Skift Take: Singapore and Hong Kong were once seen by many travelers as shopping-centric destinations. But Singapore has recast itself as an experience destination with many live events, widening its lead against Hong Kong in tourism.

Tourism 246
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Property Owners File Lawsuits Against Blueground Subsidiary in Brazil

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Skift Take: This isn't a pretty look for Blueground and its Brazil subsidiary Tabas.

Travel 232
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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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Qatar Airways Seeks to Take 25% Stake in Virgin Australia

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Qatar’s stake in Virgin Australia could revive international flying for the carrier and increase competition in the Australian market.

Marketing 229
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India’s Biggest Source Markets – India Report

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Skift Take: India's foreign exchange earnings are up. Travel spending per tourist is up. But international tourists in India are still lagging behind pre-Covid figures by 10%.

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