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The Biggest Innovators in Travel and Hospitality: Winter 2025

Skift Blog

Skift Take: The market is forcing a margin call on post-Covid excess, conspicuous consumption, and there is traveler backlash to excessive rates. This pushback has created space for new thinking.

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C-Level Execs Express Optimism During ALIS Despite Economic Headwinds

Lodging

While acknowledging some of the economic headwinds the industry is facing, there is plenty of optimism for the year ahead based primarily on strong travel demand patterns, according to C-level executives at ALIS (Americas Lodging Investment Summit), which kicked off yesterday in Los Angeles, California. During an interview with LODGING, Anthony Capuano, president/CEO, Marriott International, emphasized the companys access to real-time consumer spending data from credit card partners as being ind

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Frontier Airlines Makes Bid for Spirit, Again. Spirit Isn’t Interested

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Frontier is making an offer to combine operations with the beleaguered Spirit Airlines, which filed for bankruptcy in November. Spirit says it is still carrying on with its plans to be a standalone carrier.

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How AI is Shaping the Future of Hospitality Procurement

Hospitality Net

With all the dynamics facing the hospitality industry, like shifting room prices, labour shortages, changing travel habits, and the push for sustainability, procurement plays a key role in handling these issues. It acts as a strategy to cut costs and create value.

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5 Ways You Can Win Faster with Gen AI in Sales

Incorporating generative AI (gen AI) into your sales process can speed up your wins through improved efficiency, personalized customer interactions, and better informed decision- making. Gen AI is a game changer for busy salespeople and can reduce time-consuming tasks, such as customer research, note-taking, and writing emails, and provide insightful data analysis and recommendations.

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The Heathrow Airport Third Runway Expansion Saga

Skift Blog

Skift Take: A Heathrow expansion could signal that the UK is open for business and tourism. But we may not see a shovel in the ground for years.

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CBRE Survey Finds Additional Capital Will Be Allocated to U.S. Hotels in 2025

Lodging

DALLAS, TexasInvestors are preparing to allocate additional capital to the U.S. hotel sector in 2025, driven by expectations of higher returns, distressed asset opportunities, and favorable pricing, according to the findings of CBRE‘s latest U.S. Hotels Investor Intentions Survey. The survey highlights a growing sense of optimism among investors, with 94 percent intending to maintain or expand their hotel portfolios this year, up from 85 percent in 2024.

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AHLA Foundation Raises Over $1,000,000 at Night of a Thousand Stars Fundraising Gala

Lodging

LOS ANGELES, CaliforniaAHLA Foundation raised more than $1,000,000 at its annual Night of a Thousand Stars fundraising gala, bringing together over 400 industry leaders at the Beverly Hilton. Proceeds of the gala will support workforce development initiatives for hotel industry employees. The event took on significance this year as the industry demonstrated its commitment to the recovery and resilience of Los Angeles in the wake of recent wildfires with donations to the Red Cross and […] T

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Social Media Agency Launches Gamified Travel Marketing in Singapore Test

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Gone are the days of old-school pitch meetings with traditional agencies tourism marketing has entered the age of storytelling, captivating content, and instant booking options.

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JLL Outlook Projects Increase in Global Hotel Investment Volume

Lodging

CHICAGOJLL’s Hotels & Hospitality Group has released its annual Global Hotel Investment Outlook, projecting a 15 percent to 25 percent increase in global hotel investment volume compared to 2024. Through November, global hotel demand reached a staggering 4.8 billion room nights, 102 million more than in 2023, resulting in RevPAR growth of 4 percent.

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India-Philippines Direct Flights Soon? Here’s What Officials Say — India Report

Skift Blog

Skift Take: The Philippines may have finally recognized the vast potential of the Indian market, but are direct flights alone enough?

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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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Tech-Driven Dining: How Innovative Solutions are Revolutionizing Hotel F&B Operations

Hospitality Net

In todays hospitality landscape, technology is not just a supportive tool but a transformative force. Hotels, especially in food and beverage (F&B) operations, leverage advancements like artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), and advanced data analytics to streamline efficiency, improve guest satisfaction, and boost revenue.

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Why Enter Skift IDEA Awards

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Great ideas dont wait - so why should you? If you have an exciting project that is set to redefine the future of travel, Skift IDEA Awards could be the perfect opportunity for your work to be celebrated on a global stage. Dont delay - the Early Bird deadline is fast approaching.

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The Sebel Expands to Prestigious Melbourne Suburb of Kew

Hospitality Net

Accor, the largest hotel operator in Australia, has expanded its premier apartment hotel brand, The Sebel, with the addition of The Sebel Melbourne Kew.

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How Data Quality Issues Impact Global Hospitality Operations

Skift Blog

Skift Take: There are wide discrepancies in data quality for hotel transactions across global regions, with the largest occurring in Asia-Pacific. Because hotels and agencies need to harness data quality to thrive, they must take a more nuanced regional approach to monitoring potential issues.

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10 Ways to Leverage Buyer Signals and Drive Revenue

In today’s ultra-competitive markets, it’s no longer enough to wait for buyers to show obvious signs of interest. Instead, sales teams must be proactive, identifying and acting on nuanced buyer behaviors — often before prospects are fully ready to make a purchase. In this eBook from ZoomInfo & Sell Better, learn 10 actionable ways to use these buyer signals to transform your sales strategy and close deals faster.

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Kasa Adds The Frenchmen to its Growing Portfolio in New Orleans

Hospitality Net

Kasa, the leader in modern hospitality, proudly announces its continued expansion in New Orleans with The Frenchmen by Kasa, a historic hotel located on the storied Frenchmen Street, steps from the world-famous French Quarter.

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DeepSeek’s Disruption, AirAsia Move's Aspirations and Boeing's Optimism

Skift Blog

Skift Take: On todays briefing we talk about DeepSeeks impact on travel, AirAsia Moves new chairman, and Boeings sunny take on cloudy earnings.

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JLL: Global hotel investment volume forecasted to increase by 15% to 25% in 2025

Hospitality Net

JLLs Hotels & Hospitality Group has released its annual Global Hotel Investment Outlook, projecting a 15% to 25% increase in global hotel investment volume compared to 2024. The report highlights the industrys resilience and potential for growth as it adapts to evolving travel patterns and consumer preferences.

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American Airlines Regional Jet Crashes Near D.C., All Takeoffs and Landings Halted at Reagan National

Skift Blog

Skift Take: The incident marks the first time there has been a commercial airline crash since 2009, when a regional carrier of Continental Airlines crashed into a house in Erie County, New York.

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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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CoStar, TE Slightly Adjust Growth Projections in First U.S. Hotel Forecast of 2025

Lodging

WASHINGTONCoStar and Tourism Economics made minimal adjustments to growth projections in the first U.S. hotel forecast of 2025 released at the Americas Lodging Investment Summit (ALIS). For 2025, projected gains in average daily rate (ADR) and revenue per available room (RevPAR) were unchanged from the previous forecast, +1.6 percent and +1.8 percent, respectively.

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The Sebel plants a flag in Melbourne’s east under deal with RA Group

Hotel Management

Accor is expanding its premier apartment hotel brand, The Sebel, with the addition of The Sebel Melbourne Kew, under a franchise agreement with Regional Accommodation Group (RA Group). Formerly Hotel 115, the property has been reflagged under The Sebel, offering 89 hotel rooms and 23 one- and two-bedroom apartments, 6km east of Melbournes CBD. The hotel also features a function space capable of hosting up to 130 delegates for cocktail receptions or 80 guests for banquets.

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Atrium Hospitality Rounds Out 2024 With More Than 500 Internal Promotions and New Hires

Lodging

ALPHARETTA, GeorgiaIn 2024, Atrium Hospitality supported more than 500 management-level internal promotions and new hires for corporate and on-property positions. Atrium manages a portfolio of 75 hotels, representing brands such as Hilton, Marriott, IHG, and Wyndham in 26 states. Atrium operates approximately 19,000 guest rooms/suites and 2.8 million square feet of event space.

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Sam Nazarian’s SBE & Wyndham Announce Advanced Negotiations For The First HQ Hotels & Residences Property In South America

Hospitality Net

HQ Hotels & Residences, spearheaded by sbe Founder Sam Nazarian through a strategic alliance with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, today announces it has signed a letter of intent for its first property in South America. Located in the vibrant heart of So Paulo, Brazil, the HQ Hotel So Paulo is a 100-room property (including 40 luxury suites) set to open in 2028 and marks a continuation of HQ Hotels worldwide expansion following its inception in January 2024.

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Signal-Based Selling: How to Leverage 4 Key Buying Signals

As prospects define their problem, search for solutions, and even change jobs, they are generating high-value signals that the best go-to-market teams can leverage to close more deals. This is where signal-based selling comes into play. ZoomInfo CEO Henry Schuck recently broke down specific ways to put four key buying signals into action with the experts from 30 Minutes to President’s Club.

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Mike Deitemeyer Joins the Rockbridge Holdings Team

Lodging

Mike Deitemeyer joined Rockbridge as executive vice president of Rockbridge Holdings and president of its development company. As the company looks to scale and grow in the luxury and lifestyle segment, Deitemeyer will lead strategic affiliates beginning with its newest acquisition, ZaZa Hotels and Resorts. With a background spanning operations, brand leadership, hospitality development, and investing, Deitemeyer brings experience in placemaking to Rockbridge.

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New AI Use Cases for Restaurants

Hospitality Tech

RTNs AI Share Group featured cutting-edge solutions transforming restaurant operations.

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Step-by-Step: How to Use “Get Google” for Maximum ROI

STAAH

Travelers today rely on Google as their go-to platform for trip planning, making it essential for hoteliers to stand out where bookings happen. STAAHs Get Google provides a powerful solution to connect your property directly with millions of potential guests. Whether youre exploring Google connectivity for the first time or fine-tuning your strategy, this guide will show you how to use Get Google effectively and achieve maximum ROI.

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When Niceness Backfires: The Risks of Trying to Soften a Termination…the Trader Joe’s Grandma

Hospitality Net

Chuck Simikian and John Thalheimer met together on the HR Stories Podcast to tell the tale that highlights the importance of consistent policies and documentation. Listen to the deep dive in on their podcast episode.

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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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Sustainability trends in hospitality: key benefits and strategies

eHotelier

This article explores the importance of sustainability in the hospitality industry, showcases real-life examples of sustainable practices in action, and highlights key strategies hotels and businesses can adopt to align with sustainability trends in hospitality.

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Preferred Hotels & Resorts Unveils US Performance Report in Celebration of Independent Hotel Day

Hospitality Net

To commemorate Independent Hotel Day, a day which celebrates the individuality and authenticity of independent hotels worldwide, Preferred Hotels & Resorts the worlds largest independent hotel brand is pleased to unveil the results of the U.S. Performance Report, conducted by HVS, a global leader in hospitality consulting and services, which evaluated the performance of 92 Preferred-affiliated hotels in North America for the period from 2021 and 2023.

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Sparcstudio taps into key spa design trends for 2025

Hotel Designs

Hotel Designs Sparcstudio taps into key spa design trends for 2025 Sparcstudio taps into key spa design trends for 2025 Sparcstudio an independent, creative design studio specialising in spa and wellness design for over 15 years in the spa, wellness, fitness, hotel, and resort sectors has announced its key trends in spa design for 2025. Creative Director, Beverley Bayes explains… The world of spa design continues to offer unique opportunities for hotel investors and operators to carve a ni

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Onyx CenterSource Strengthens Its Role in Business Intelligence as a Strategic Partner Transforming Hospitality Insights

Hospitality Net

Onyx CenterSource, a global leader in B2B payments and business intelligence for the hospitality industry, is broadening its footprint in the business intelligence space with the launch of OnyxInsights. This advanced platform equips hotels and travel agencies with powerful benchmarking tools and actionable insights to drive smarter decisions, streamline operations, and optimize revenue.

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Activating Intent Data for Sales and Marketing

Sales and marketing leaders have reached a tipping point when it comes to using intent data — and they’re not looking back. More than half of all B2B marketers are already using intent data to increase sales, and Gartner predicts this figure will grow to 70 percent. The reason is clear: intent can provide you with massive amounts of data that reveal sales opportunities earlier than ever before.