8 Airline Mergers That Shaped Today’s U.S. Industry
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Skift Take: Eight mergers have really shaped the U.S. airline industry we have today.
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Marriott Hotels Joins All-Inclusive Portfolio, First Opening in Early 2024
Lodging
DECEMBER 4, 2023
All-Inclusive by Marriott Bonvoy welcomed Marriott Hotels to its portfolio. Beginning in early 2024 with Marriott Cancun, An All-Inclusive Resort, guests can connect with the local culture through experiences, entertainment, and hospitality. With nearly 600 hotels and resorts, Marriott Hotels has affected modern business and leisure travelers, which represents an opportunity to invite travelers of Marriott Bonvoy’s flagship hotel brand for all-inclusive trips.
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Peru Set to Increase Tourist Cap For Machu Picchu
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Skift Take: Macchu Picchu is to Peru what the Eiffel Tower is to Paris. Making it more available to tourists could reverse its sluggish recovery.
Melia Hotels International Announces Ambitious Global Expansion for Its Luxury Portfolio, With One in Three New Openings a Luxury Hotel
Hospitality Net
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Meliá Hotels International, Spain’s leading hotel group and the third largest in Europe, has announced the ambitious global expansion of its luxury brands, with one in three of its pipeline openings within its luxury portfolio. From Europe and Africa to Central America, Meliá brings its signature Spanish hospitality to some of the world’s most captivating locations, with each development offering luxury experiences responsibly.
5 Ways You Can Win Faster with Gen AI in Sales
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
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.
Travelport Raises $570 Million and Adds New Owners
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Skift Take: Travelport has now received $770 million in private equity this year.
New Resource Directory Launched by the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance to Support the Sector Reach Net Positive Hospitality
Hospitality Net
DECEMBER 4, 2023
The Sustainable Hospitality Alliance (the Alliance) has unveiled a groundbreaking Resource Directory at COP28, designed to empower hospitality businesses in their pursuit of sustainable practices and the vision of Net Positive Hospitality.
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Radisson Salt Lake City Announces Property-Wide Renovation
Hospitality Net
DECEMBER 4, 2023
The multi-million makeover elevates the hotel to compete with the top hotels in the market.
Saudi Arabia’s Wealth Fund Takes 49% of Rocco Forte in Luxury Hotel Play
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Skift Take: Saudi's main investment fund is a wolf in cashmere that knows the value of luxury assets. This deal underscores the enduring resilience and allure of European luxury travel.
Hospitality Net Podcast Series: WEB3 in Travel #5
Hospitality Net
DECEMBER 4, 2023
In this episode, host Simone Puorto sits down with Vincent Somsen, a seasoned Hospitality and Travel Tech Advisor at GAIN, with a particular focus on Web3 technologies.
Sri Lanka and Sharjah Are Top Destinations For Indian Families: India Report
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Skift Take: Already a preferred destination, Sri Lanka is set to benefit more now that it has made tourist visa free for Indians. This is good news for the country's cash-strapped economy.
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!
Transforming Failure Into Success: a Digital Marketing Case Study for Hotel Bookings
Hospitality Net
DECEMBER 4, 2023
In this case study, we dive into the journey of a Hotel Management company located in the US that faced initial setbacks with their Facebook Ads efforts and how a strategic and complex approach led to remarkable success in driving bookings for their Branded Hotel.
What Could an Alaska-Hawaiian Loyalty Program Look Like? Think Marriott Bonvoy
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Skift Take: Alaska Airlines CEO said a loyalty program for a combined Alaska-Hawaii may look similar to Marriott Bonvoy, an idea that is somewhat unusual for the airline industry.
“Diversity is a fact. Inclusion is a choice”: discussion with Accor’s Anne-Sophie Beraud and the International Paralympic Committee’s Andrew Parsons
Hospitality Net
DECEMBER 4, 2023
On yesterday’s International Day of Persons with Disabilities, Accor’s SVP Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Social Care Anne-Sophie Beraud sat down with Andrew Parsons, President of the International Paralympic Committee, to discuss the opportunities ahead in promoting the inclusion of persons with disabilities and the importance of Paris 2024 as a catalyst for change.
Announcing the New Skift WhatsApp Channel
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Skift Take: It's been a ongoing focus of ours to meet our audience where they are. Here's another way we're doing just that.
10 Ways to Leverage Buyer Signals and Drive Revenue
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
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.
Meeting industry demands: Aligning curriculum with hospitality trends
Hospitality Net
DECEMBER 4, 2023
The hospitality industry is always changing and schools need to keep up with the latest trends to provide students with the best education possible. In this blog post, we’ll be talking about the significance of adaptive curricula and providing some helpful tips for schools to stay relevant and attract more students. We’ll also be discussing some of the exciting new trends in the hospitality industry and education, and how schools can align their curricula with these trends to provide students wi
Who is Attending Skift Global Forum East 2023?
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Skift Take: Skift Global Forum East in Dubai is just around the corner - take a look at who is planning to attend and add your company's name to the list.
Daily Payroll Benefits for Team Members and Your Organization
Hospitality Net
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Ensuring the satisfaction of your team members involves offering benefits that cater to their unique needs. It requires a deep understanding of your workforce and tailoring benefits to different groups within your organization. While your management and sales leaders play a vital role in driving revenue, it’s your team members who interact with guests on a daily basis and hold down the fort overnight, contributing significantly to your bottom line.
Jumeirah CEO: The Rise of Luxury Travel Speaks to a Deeper Cultural Shift
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Skift Take: The rise in luxury travel signifies more than just deep pockets — it's a shift towards meaningful experiences. Millennials and Gen Zers are setting the pace, choosing travel as a form of self-expression. Jumeirah is tapping into this trend to accelerate its global reach, shifting the definition of luxury from mere opulence to personalized, purpose-driven experiences.
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.
Three Reasons Why Travelers Should be Excited About the Future of Mobility
Hospitality Net
DECEMBER 4, 2023
The car rental industry is in the midst of a remarkable technological shift in response to evolving traveler expectations. Experts in the mobility industry say the industry is prioritizing digital experiences, multimodality, sustainability, and safety to better serve today’s travelers.
AHLA Releases Statement in Support of No Hidden FEES Act
Lodging
DECEMBER 4, 2023
WASHINGTON—American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) President and CEO Chip Rogers spoke in support of the No Hidden FEES Act, which was introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives by Reps. Young Kim, R-Calif., and Kathy Castor, D-Fla. “The No Hidden FEES Act creates a single standard for mandatory fee display across the lodging industry—from short-term rental platforms to online travel agencies, search engines, metasearch sites, and hotels.
Nobu Hotel Atlanta Hires Resonate Marketing Communications as Their Agency of Record
Hospitality Net
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Nobu Hotel Atlanta, the epitome of luxury lifestyle accommodations nestled in the vibrant heart of Buckhead, today announced they’ve hired Resonate, an esteemed boutique marketing communications firm as their agency of record.
Remington Continues Management of La Concha Key West, Autograph Collection
Lodging
DECEMBER 4, 2023
DALLAS, Texas—Remington Hospitality announced the rebranding of Crowne Plaza La Concha Hotel in Key West, Florida, to La Concha Key West, Autograph Collection. Remington Hospitality, which managed the property previously, will continue management in conjunction with Premier, which is leading the renovation’s interior design, procurement, and project management.
Signal-Based Selling: How to Leverage 4 Key Buying Signals
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
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.
Advertising in a cookieless world
Hospitality Net
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Travel marketers and advertisers have been hearing for the past few years about the sunsetting of third-party cookies. It’s grabbed their attention and made headlines because for nearly 30 years, the digital advertising industry has relied on third-party cookies to gain an in-depth understanding of how digital ads perform and collect information about the people that view them.
Hilton Signs Franchise Agreements for Two Tapestry Collection Hotels
Lodging
DECEMBER 4, 2023
BAJA CALIFORNIA, Mexico and MCLEAN, Virginia—Hilton signed two franchise agreements for the upcoming conversions of the 90-room Perla La Paz, Tapestry Collection by Hilton in La Paz and 70-room Tropicana Los Cabos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton in San Jose del Cabo. Expected to open in early 2024, the properties will mark the debut of the Tapestry Collection by Hilton in Baja California, Mexico.
Accor brings MGallery to Taipei, creating a fashionable and soulful urban retreat
Hospitality Net
DECEMBER 4, 2023
The Philippe Starck designed boutique hotel is an inspired first destination for the MGallery brand in Taiwan.
Radisson Salt Lake City Downtown Announces Renovation
Lodging
DECEMBER 4, 2023
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah—Radisson Salt Lake City Downtown announced a renovation spanning the property’s guestrooms, dining outlets, lobby, fitness center, and pool. The project is expected to be completed in early 2024. “We are delighted to reveal to our guests, the refreshed look and feel of the hotel”, says John Green, general manager, Radisson Salt Lake City Downtown.
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
Mercure doubles its presence in Cyprus
Hospitality Net
DECEMBER 4, 2023
The new Mercure will be located in the heart of Larnaca, overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.
LARC: ’23 U.S. RevPAR up 14% vs. 2019
Hotel Business
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Lodging Analytics Research & Consulting (LARC) expects U.S. RevPAR to increase by 5.5% to $98.51 this year, resulting in an annual RevPAR 14% above 2019 levels. It anticipates ADR to rise by 4.4% this year to $155.88, or 19% above 2019 levels, while occupancy will increase by 1.0% to 63.2%. For 2024, LARC expects RevPAR to increase by 3.6%, driven by a 2.8% increase in ADR and a 0.8% increase in occupancy.
STR Weekly Insights: 12-18 November and 19-25 November 2023
Hospitality Net
DECEMBER 4, 2023
U.S. hotel performance the week before Thanksgiving showed a strong, 7.0% rate increase year over year (YoY). At the same time, occupancy remained essentially flat YoY (-0.4 percentage points), which limited RevPAR growth to 6.3%. Weekends and shoulder periods saw greater occupancy declines, while weekdays remained unchanged compared to last year (-0.1%), an indication that business travelers were on the road getting work done before the holiday.
Breaking: here’s where citizenM is opening hotels in 2024
Hotel Designs
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Hotel Designs Breaking: here’s where citizenM is opening hotels in 2024 Breaking: here’s where citizenM is opening hotels in 2024 The ‘affordable luxury’ lifestyle brand that we all know and love has announced its expansion plans for the year ahead, which will take its total number of hotels to 36 across Europe, North America and Asia… citizenM , the trailblazing hotel brand that arguably wrote the anti-chapter in traditional concept of hospitality, is expanding.
Activating Intent Data for Sales and Marketing
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
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.
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