Future of Airlines in India – India Report
Skift Blog
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Skift Take: Airport infrastructure is being ramped up in India to support expected demand, and airlines are also expanding their fleets. The next step is to make planes in India.
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Percipia Releases Frequency PBX Video Calling for Hospitality Administrative Phones
Hospitality Net
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Percipia, a leading provider of hospitality phone systems and enhanced guest room technology for hotels, resorts, casinos, and conference centers, announces the release of Frequency PBX Video Calling, a new feature that enables administrative staff to make video calls using the camera on their desk phones. This feature is designed to improve communication among staff, making it easier to complete operational tasks and collaborate remotely.
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Q&A: Choice Hotels CEO on the Future of Hotel Development
Skift Blog
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Skift Take: SkiftX spoke to Choice Hotels President and CEO Patrick Pacious about key travel trends like road trips, remote work, and growth opportunities amid improving development financing. According to Pacious, Choice’s strategic focus on upscale brands, tech-driven innovations, and track record in hotel conversions will fuel future development.
STR Weekly Insights: 13-19 October 2024
Hospitality Net
OCTOBER 28, 2024
In the week ending 19 October 2024, U.S. revenue per available room (RevPAR) advanced 4.2% on 2.5 growth in average daily rate (ADR) and a 1.1 percentage point (ppt) increase in occupancy. RevPAR growth in the Top 25 Markets trailed slightly versus the remaining markets, which saw ongoing demand and ADR gains from areas impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
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!
How American Airlines Is Redefining Business Travel for Employees and Travel Managers Alike
Skift Blog
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Skift Take: As business travel continues to recover, rising costs are driving companies to seek increasingly efficient travel management solutions. One industry program provides a flexible, dual rewards system benefitting both companies and travelers: the American Airlines AAdvantage Business program.
Marriott International Announces its 500th Property in the Caribbean and Latin America
Hospitality Net
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR), the largest hotel company and leader globally and in the Caribbean and Latin America (CALA), announced today the opening of its 500th property in the region. The Almare, a Luxury Collection Resort, Isla Mujeres, Adult All-Inclusive embodies Marriott’s commitment to elevating the all-inclusive segment and bringing unparalleled luxury experiences to one of the world’s most sought-after destinations.
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It’s A Wrap! 2024 HFTP Annual Convention
Hospitality Net
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP®) HFTP hosted its signature education and membership event, the 2024 Annual Convention, at the Mohegan Sun Resort and Casino in Uncasville, Conn., from October 23-25, 2024. The convention brought together 300 club and hotel industry experts, thought leaders, and members to explore the latest trends, share insights, and foster professional connections.
What IHCL’s Latest Investment Reveals About Its Move Into Airport Hotels
Skift Blog
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Skift Take: It's no surprise that IHCL is expanding its airport hotel portfolio. These hotels are increasingly popular, especially among business travelers. With traffic often turning into a crawl, imagine the time saved: you land, grab your bag, and in minutes, you’re at your hotel. Now, who wouldn’t want that?
Mercure Hotels Launches 1,000-Hours of Local Flavours
Hospitality Net
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Mercure Hotels is inviting the world to embark on a unique culinary journey with its new concept, 1000-Hours of Local Flavours. In recognition of the brand’s recent milestone of 1,000 addresses worldwide, select Mercure hotels will offer a distinct dish or beverage for 1,000 hours (42 days). This limited-time experience brings Mercure’s dedication to local discovery to life, encouraging guests to indulge in the flavours that make each destination truly special.
Hyatt Extends Lead in All-Inclusive Resorts Through Deal With Spanish Brand
Skift Blog
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Skift Take: For Hyatt, which has been aggressively expanding in this segment, the joint venture will boost its all-inclusive room count by about 30%.
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
The Perennial Tianjin Opens Today Joining the JdV by Hyatt brand
Hospitality Net
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced today the opening of The Perennial Tianjin, a part of the JdV by Hyatt portfolio. As the fourth hotel to join the JdV by Hyatt brand in Greater China, The Perennial Tianjin brings a new level of style to the dynamic Tianjin South Railway Station Business District, creating a vibrant cultural hub for urban travelers.
Booking.com to Guide Hotels Toward Third-Party Sustainability Certifications
Skift Blog
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Skift Take: Booking.com is getting more assertive than its peers in giving hotels an assist in getting sustainability certifications.
A new approach to guest ID verification
Hospitality Net
OCTOBER 28, 2024
While verifying a guest’s ID might seem routine, it’s a crucial safeguard against fraud, security breaches, payment chargebacks and legal liabilities in general. To be compliant and contain liability, hotels must ensure that every guest is who they say they are. And this isn’t just a procedural requirement; it’s a fundamental responsibility to protect the integrity of the hospitality industry.
AC Hotel and Residence Inn by Marriott Reston to Open in January 2025
Lodging
OCTOBER 28, 2024
RESTON, VA—The AC Hotel and Residence Inn by Marriott Reston, located in the next phase of Reston Town Center — the dynamic and thriving mixed-use development in Northern Virginia, is set to open its doors in January 2025. Operated by Donohoe Hospitality Services, this striking, state-of-the-art, dual-branded hotel offers guests an option of choosing the hotel that best suits guests’ unique travel needs with two hotels paired to perfection under one roof.
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.
The Surrey, A Corinthia Hotel Opens in New York
Hospitality Net
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Opening under an iconic moniker, The Surrey, A Corinthia Hotel brings a new design and ultra-luxury experience to one of the most coveted addresses on the Upper East Side. The 16-story building is the inaugural property in North America for Corinthia Hotels. Owned by Reuben Brothers, global leaders in real estate development and private equity, with striking interiors by Martin Brudnizki of MBDS, The Surrey has been completely transformed to encompass 70 guestrooms, 30 suites, and 14 private res
Wyndham Expands Extended-Stay Lineup, Teams with Reside on Wyndham Residences in the United States
Lodging
OCTOBER 28, 2024
PARSIPPANY, NJ–Guests seeking contemporary, upscale residence-style accommodations in urban destinations now have new offerings to consider in key cities like Houston, Washington, D.C., and more as a result of a 10-year development relationship between Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchisor, and Reside, a leading residential hospitality management company.
How Flexible Payments Are Transforming the Hotel Industry
Hospitality Net
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Hotel payments have undergone a big shift in recent years. What used to be a simple transaction, managed by a concierge at the front desk, is now a key touchpoint and opportunity for hotels to empower guests with greater flexibility and control.
Hotel Polaris at the U.S. Air Force Academy Takes Flight on Nov. 14
Lodging
OCTOBER 28, 2024
The new Hotel Polaris at the U.S. Air Force Academy, managed by CoralTree Hospitality, is preparing for takeoff on Nov. 14. In the spirit of its landmark location, the 375-room resort-style hotel promises to be an ever-modern experience where the grandeur and magnitude of the Academy and Rocky Mountains are accessible to all visitors. Guests can pilot their own unique experiences as the hotel will feature the only immersive flight simulators at a hotel in […] The post Hotel Polaris at the
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.
HSMAI Welcomes Brian Hicks as President & CEO, Continuing the Legacy of Innovation and Leadership
Hospitality Net
OCTOBER 28, 2024
The Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) is proud to announce the appointment of Brian Hicks as its new President and CEO. Hicks, a distinguished hospitality leader with more than 30 years of international experience, steps into this role as only the fifth CEO in HSMAI’s nearly 100-year history, marking a new chapter in the organization’s legacy of leadership.
The Surrey, A Corinthia Hotel Opens on New York City’s Upper East Side
Lodging
OCTOBER 28, 2024
NEW YORK, NY—Opening under an iconic moniker, The Surrey, A Corinthia Hotel brings a new design and ultra-luxury experience to one of the most coveted addresses on the Upper East Side. The 16-story building is the inaugural property in North America for Corinthia Hotels. Owned by Reuben Brothers, global leaders in real estate development and private equity, with striking interiors by Martin Brudnizki of MBDS, The Surrey has been completely transformed to encompass 70 guestrooms, 30 suites, and [
Herbert Park Hotel and Park Residence Increases Direct Bookings and Revenue with P3 Custom Booking Engine
Hospitality Net
OCTOBER 28, 2024
P3 Hotel Software, a leading innovator in hotel booking solutions, has announced that Herbert Park Hotel and Park Residence, a renowned four-star boutique in the heart of Dublin, has achieved significant boosts in revenue and direct bookings by implementing P3’s Custom Booking Engine.
‘LG Channels’ to Launch on Hotel TVs, Enhancing Guest Experience
Lodging
OCTOBER 28, 2024
SAN ANTONIO, TX—Continuing to provide hoteliers with new features to help enhance the guest experience, LG Business Solutions USA is introducing LG Channels, LG’s exclusive free streaming service, on its smart hotel TVs and set-top boxes. Being demonstrated at the 2024 Hospitality Show (Booth 1713), LG Channels will feature FAST (Free Ad-Supported Streaming Television) channels across a range of programming categories including live news, sports, movies, reality, drama, and more. “Hotelier
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
Johnson Controls joins World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance to revolutionise energy-positive hotels
Hospitality Net
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Known globally for its leadership in smart, healthy, and sustainable building solutions, Johnson Controls joins a leading group of over 100 members and partners committed to tackling the most pressing environmental and social challenges of our time.
Personalization versus customization with Aleksandra Kotle, GM of Crockfords Las Vegas
eHotelier
OCTOBER 28, 2024
With so much buzz around personalization these days, what is often missed is the precision of service delivery necessary to execute this attention to detail at scale, for which there’s no truer form of expressing this precision than through customization of the guest journey in a seamless blend of meticulously curated experiences.
No doors, frosted glass: Why hotel bathrooms feel like peep shows
Hospitality Net
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Los Angeles comedian Fahim Anwar was showering at an Austin hotel when he reached a boiling point. As water sprayed onto the floor, a shallow pool forming, he realized he could no longer stay silent about the partial door.
HB on the Scene: Lan Elliott on Women in Hospitality Leadership Alliance
Hotel Business
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Lan Elliott , principal/cofounder, Acacia Hospitality , sits down with Gregg Wallis , senior editor, Hotel Business, to discuss her work with the Women in Hospitality Leadership Alliance , its speaker directory and the importance of diversity. The post HB on the Scene: Lan Elliott on Women in Hospitality Leadership Alliance appeared first on hotelbusiness.com.
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.
What is turmeric? - Written by Laurina Schweighauser
Hospitality Net
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Turmeric is a bright yellow spice obtained from the root of the ‘Curcuma longa’ plant. Originally from South Asia, turmeric has been used in both cooking and traditional medicine for millennia.
LE: Record number of projects in U.S. construction pipeline
Hotel Business
OCTOBER 28, 2024
According to the Q3 2024 U.S. Hotel Construction Pipeline Trend Report from Lodging Econometrics (LE), the total U.S. pipeline stands at 6,211 projects/722,821 rooms, up 9% by projects and 7% by rooms year-over-year (YOY). This marks a new all-time high for projects in the U.S., surpassing previous pipeline records. At the close of the third quarter, there are 1,185 projects/148,716 rooms under construction, marking an 11% increase in projects and a 6% increase in rooms YOY.
HomeToGo Crowns Top Cities for Christmas Festivities Across US & Europe, Based on Search and Price Insights
Hospitality Net
OCTOBER 28, 2024
HomeToGo, the marketplace with the world’s largest selection of vacation rentals, revealed the most popular and affordable Christmas celebration destinations across the U.S. and Europe, using exclusive search and price data. Whether travelers want to enjoy their holiday plans closer to home or venture abroad, HomeToGo has identified a sleigh-full of charming winter wonderlands for festive trips, featuring European destinations ranked by popularity and affordability, and U.S. locations ranked by
Independent Hotel Show roundup: the themes, trends, and takeaways
Hotel Designs
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Hotel Designs Independent Hotel Show roundup: the themes, trends, and takeaways Independent Hotel Show roundup: the themes, trends, and takeaways The Independent Hotel Show 2024 embraced its theme of “escaping the hustle and bustle,” drawing a clear connection between wellness and the tranquil aesthetics of nature… Held at London Olympia, this years Independent Hotel Show provided a serene escape from the busy streets outside, welcoming attendees into a space filled with light
A Buyer’s Guide to Future-Proofing Your Restaurant Tech Stack
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