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Breaking Down Borders: Relaxed Visa Rules Are Opening Up the World

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Looser visa restrictions are greasing the wheels of global tourism, but the real question is whether these policies can sustain long-term growth or just offer a fleeting boost to countries eager for quick wins.

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QT debuts in South East Asia with opening of luxury hotel on Robinson Road hotel

Hotel Management

EVT has introduced its first QT Hotels and Resorts’ property to South East Asia with the opening of QT Singapore. The 134-room luxury lifestyle hotel launches following a major refurbishment and rebranding of the heritage Hotel Telegraph on Robinson Road. “After a phenomenal transformation, QT Singapore is ready to bring its bold and creatively charged hospitality to the heart of Singapore’s culturally vibrant district,” said EVT Hotels and Resorts Director, Norman Arundel.

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Empowering hotel staff with AI: bridging technology and tradition for superior guest experience

eHotelier

AI has the potential to revolutionize the way hotel employees learn, making the process more effective and faster, which in turn fosters a culture of innovation and openness to transformation.

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Chipotle Introduces Collaborative Robots to Two Locations

Hospitality Tech

The automatic avocado processing prototype and the automated makeline are live. "Incorporating crew and customer feedback are the next steps in the stage-gate process before determining their broader pilot plans," said CCTO Curt Garner.

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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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Hyatt’s Impression by Secrets Brand announces second edition of impression makers supper club series in Mexico

eHotelier

Hyatt Hotels Corporation today announced the return of the Impression Makers Supper Club, a series of exclusive dining experiences from the Impression by Secrets brand, which is part of Hyatt’s Inclusive Collection, in collaboration with some of the most talented chefs in the world.

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IHG Hotels & Resorts Signs First Vignette Collection In Spain

Hotel News Resource

Article - IHG Hotels & Resorts Signs First Vignette Collection In Spain - Vignette Collection Mallorca – Finca Banyols joins a pipeline of six Spanish Luxury & Lifestyle properties

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Global Conference On Wine Tourism Celebrates Heritage And Innovation

Hotel News Resource

The importance of preserving heritage while also embracing innovation was highlighted as UN Tourism welcomed experts from all over the world to its Global Conference on Wine Tourism.

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Radisson Fairview Heights Hotel opens in St. Louis Area

eHotelier

Choice Hotels International, Inc., the industry's player to watch in the upscale segment, further expanded its upscale portfolio with the opening of the Radisson Hotel Fairview Heights - St. Louis in Fairview Heights, Illinois.

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Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants Expands Into Shanghai’s Xujiahui Commercial Hub

Hotel News Resource

Scheduled to open by the end of 2026, the upcoming Kimpton Xujiahui Shanghai will be located at the Grand Gateway 66, a premier destination for global luxury brands, in the vibrant Xujiahui commercial hub.

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Derek H. Stutz appointed General Manager at Carter Creek Winery

eHotelier

Carter Creek Winery Resort & Spa, a premier destination in the heart of Texas Hill Country known for its exceptional winery and brewery experiences, announces the appointment of Derek H. Stutz as its new general manager.

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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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Shake Up Strategies with the Seasons

In1solutions

As our clients know, we’re huge advocates for online advertising. Whether you’re running social campaigns, distributing newsletters, creating video content, or perfecting your PPC, every post helps your brand become a powerhouse. While the importance of online advertising cannot be overstated, as we move into Autumn and Winter, consider shaking things up.

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First Hospitality receives two prestigious accolades as the company continues to spotlight a people first culture

eHotelier

First Hospitality, a national hotel operating, management, and development company, has been named a Certified™ Great Place To Work® for the second year in a row.

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Renaissance Orlando Resort And Spa Opens In Disney Springs Resort Area In Lake Buena Vista, Florida

Hotel News Resource

Article - Renaissance Orlando Resort And Spa Opens In Disney Springs Resort Area In Lake Buena Vista, Florida - An Official Walt Disney World Hotel, the Resort Unveils Newly Reimagined Rooms and Signature Experiences After a Multi-Million Dollar Renovation

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Louis Shapazian welcomes as General Manager at Keswick Hall

eHotelier

Keswick Hall, the esteemed luxury resort nestled amidst the rolling hills of Virginia's wine country, has appointed Louis Shapazian General Manager.

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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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Price matching: OTAs are doing it, should you?

Hospitality Today

With Expedia's investment in Automatic Rate Match, price matching has become critical to staying competitive, sending a strong signal to hotels to consider a similar approach

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Distortionary Effects of PPP Loans on Business Competition: Evidence From the Hotel Industry

Hotel News Resource

Article - Distortionary Effects of PPP Loans on Business Competition: Evidence From the Hotel Industry - Our study assesses how equilibrium market outcomes change when firms benefiting from government subsidies compete against non-subsidized firms.

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Hotels struggle to scale personalization efforts

Hospitality Today

Today's guests are looking for consistent and authentic interactions across all hotel experiences, beyond basic email and website interactions

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UN Tourism Welcomes First Students To Sustainable Tourism Degree Course

Hotel News Resource

Developed in collaboration with the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts (HSLU), the three&year Bachelor of Science in International Sustainable Tourism is designed to train graduates capable of leading the sector toward a more sustainable future.

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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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Proposed hotel bill creates uncertainty in NYC

Hospitality Today

The newly proposed "Safe Hotels Act" may be stalled in the legislative process, but it is already impacting the financial stability and operating costs of today's hotels

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Parag Athavale Named General Manager for the Sagamore Pendry Baltimore Hotel

Hotel News Resource

Athavale joins Sagamore Pendry Baltimore from his most recent role as Hotel Manager at Pendry Washington DC & The Wharf, where he played a crucial role in the hotel's opening and successfully led various innovative initiatives.

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The rise of tourist taxes

Hospitality Today

From hotel stays to museum visits to national park admissions, paying extra for the privilege of being a tourist is becoming increasingly common

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Francisco Garcia Named General Manager for The Maybourne Riviera Hotel

Hotel News Resource

Article - Francisco Garcia Named General Manager for The Maybourne Riviera Hotel - Garcia joins the hotel from the prestigious Cheval Blanc Courchevel in the French Alps where he was General Manager.

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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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Be proactive about proactive hotel sales

Hospitality Today

The key to success lies in making proactive efforts a consistent part of daily routines and leveraging technology to improve efficiency

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The Ritz&Carlton Rabat, Dar Es Salam Hotel Opens in Morocco

Hotel News Resource

Nestled within 440 hectares of forest and lush gardens, just steps away from the Royal Golf Dar Es Salam, this opulent palace promises an unparalleled experience in the heart of Morocco's capital.

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How hotel design trends are influencing residential spaces

Hospitality Today

The emerging crossovers and trends from hospitality into residential interior design are all about creating intentional connections

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Simon Beaumont Named General Manager for the Avani+ Khao Lak Resort

Hotel News Resource

During his 35 years in the hospitality industry, Beaumont has held various food and beverage and senior leadership positions across his native Australia, the Middle East, Asia and Europe.

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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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Price Matching: OTAs Are Doing It, Should You?

Hotel News Resource

The fact that they prioritize rate matching sends a strong signal that hotels should seriously consider doing the same. So the question is: If OTAs are doing it, should you?

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IHCL Signs Two Hotels in Chennai

Hotel News Resource

Article - IHCL Signs Two Hotels in Chennai - Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) announced the signing of a Vivanta and a Ginger hotel in Mahindra World City (MWC), Chennai.

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Moxy Asheville Hotel Opens In North Carolina

Hotel News Resource

Article - Moxy Asheville Hotel Opens In North Carolina - Forming a new dual brand offering, Moxy Asheville is connected to the existing Aloft Asheville Downtown.

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Use Of AI Tools For Travel Up 40% In Past Year

Hotel News Resource

In a recent survey of 1,000 travelers, more than 1 in 5 (22.

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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.