Skift Blog
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
Skift Take: Further cementing her status as a savvy entrepreneur, Dolly Parton and her partner company, Herschend Family Entertainment, run their hotels without the help of third parties.
Hotel Management
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort has unveiled its AU$2.5 million Lagoon Beach Club after four months of renovations. The first of its kind on the Northern Gold Coast, the Lagoon Beach Club is inspired by European summer with waterside dining and a relaxed atmosphere. “As the northern Gold Coast becomes more populated, there is a gap in the market for a destination inspired venue that brings the “beach” to this part of the coast,” said InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort General Manager,
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Skift Blog
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
Skift Take: Ancillaries are increasingly essential to the financial health and resilience of airlines. Sabre’s new Upgrade IQ product uses artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) to optimize airlines’ premium cabin inventory and unlock incremental revenue.
Hotel Management
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
Accor and global fund manager Salter Brothers have this week unveiled the new Novotel Sydney City Centre following a AU$20 million refurbishment of the former Mercure Sydney Wynyard. Parisian design, cutting-edge technology and sustainable integration are at the heart of the hotel transformation. “We’re delighted to elevate this hotel under the Novotel brand,” said Salter Brothers Managing Director, Paul Salter.
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!
Skift Blog
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
Skift Take: The General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority has started to build its team: A gaming co-ordinator from the Netherlands, a head of investigations from Missouri and a chairman from Vegas.
Hospitality Net
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
As the world prepares to wrap up 2023, Airbnb has shaken the magic eight ball to unveil what travel in the New Year will look like. For the vacation planning geeks out there, our data reveals some of the top trending destinations and what factors are influencing how people are traveling. Travel next year has lots of surprises and emerging new trends in store, including adventures to Japan, celebrating Carnival and the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, as well as many people staying stateside to embrace
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Hospitality Net
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
In this engaging episode of The Unfamiliar Shift, Ariela Kiradjian dives deep into the world of boutique hospitality with the illustrious Arnaud Zannier, the Founder of Zannier Hotels. Known for their unique luxury hotel experiences worldwide, from Cambodia to Namibia, Zannier Hotels stand out with their emphasis on simplicity, authenticity, and respect for local heritage.
Skift Blog
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
Skift Take: Doesn't seem unreasonably high visa wait times are going away any time soon in Mexico, India and Colombia.
Hospitality Net
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
For the first time, a hostel in Europe has achieved the maximum GreenSign Level 5 standard a&o Venice thus one of only 19 top-rated hostels in Europe In addition: a&o Vienna Central Station and a&o Vienna Stadthalle achieve Level 4 a&o is the only hostel chain in Europe to report individual CO2 values This has never happened before: the a&o Venice is the first hostel in Europe to achieve GreenSign level 5.
Skift Blog
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
Skift Take: Interest in Thailand has spiked, following a wider Southeast Asia visa-waiver trend, easing restrictions for Indian travelers.
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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
Hospitality Net
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
A new urban retreat is coming to Honolulu’s revitalized city center, AC Hotel by Marriott Honolulu, set to open December 12, 2023. The first AC hotel on the island of Oahu and one of the first business-traveler-driven concepts in the area, AC Hotel Honolulu is a 112-room boutique hotel located in the heart of Honolulu’s business district. Set near Oahu’s Chinatown, this new hotel has easy access to the vibrant nightlife, art, and a budding restaurant scene.
Skift Blog
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
Skift Take: Regulating short-term lets may bring rents down marginally, but doesn't change the need for more housing.
Hospitality Net
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
The travel industry has seen a sharp increase in bookings both abroad and domestically. With more travelers planning trips, jet setters are looking less for "touristy" experiences and more for authentic stays that focus on the local culture.
Hotel Management
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
TFE Hotels is encouraging its young leaders to gain experience at its overseas properties with the launch of its inaugural ‘Go Global’ International Exchange program. Team members in Germany and Australia now have the opportunity to swap their work environment, allowing them to further their skills and leadership capabilities while immersing themselves in a new culture.
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.
Hospitality Net
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
Ushering in a new chapter in the storied history of a landmark location in the heart of Morocco’s "City of Lights," the new Four Seasons Hotel Rabat at Kasr Al Bahr is now confirming reservations ahead of its grand opening early next year.
Hotel Management
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
The 5-star Pullman Melbourne on Swanston is changing its name to Pullman Melbourne City Centre to better reflect its prime location at 265 Little Bourke Street. The name change aims to provide greater clarity for tourists and visitors and a stronger connection with the hotel’s surroundings. The change includes a refreshed logo featuring the new location to avoid any confusion with other Pullman hotels across the city.
Hospitality Net
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
Shatterproof, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to reversing the addiction crisis in the U.S., will host its seventh annual Hospitality Heroes Reception at the Americas Lodging Investment Summit (ALIS) on January 23, 2024, from 6:30 - 7:45 p.m. at the J.W. Marriott in Los Angeles.
Hotel Management
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
IHG Hotels and Resorts is ramping up its child safety practices and calling on others in the hotel industry to work collaboratively to protect children in the guest experience. Research unveiled at the launch of On Us: The Australian Business Coalition for Safeguarding Children in Sydney last week, found that only 1-in-4 businesses ranked child safeguarding within their top five business priorities, and that 59% of those working in travel and tourism do not believe that child exploitation could
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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.
Hospitality Net
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
paleo, the open property management platform for hospitality, has been appointed by Koncept Hotels to hardwire automation into its guest journey and operations.Established in 2017, the holistically sustainable hotel group is at the forefront of the hotel industry’s transformation, offering a digitised, self-service hotel concept with a focus on sustainable business practices.
Hotel Management
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
Introducing collaborative planning – the new Expedia features set to redefine travel. There is no denying that Australians are avid travellers – you just had to open an Instagram feed to see this vividly reflected by the hordes of travellers taking advantage of the 2023 European summer. This affinity for travel shows no signs of slowing in 2024. In fact, a new global report [1] reveals eight new travel trends set to motivate how Aussies travel in the new year.
Hospitality Net
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
In the wake of the Covid 19 pandemic, labor shortage and talent management challenges have been propelled to the top of the agenda in many industries. However, the cruise industry has been particularly hard hit. While more than 1.8 million people were employed in the cruise industry in 2019, by 2022 that number had dropped by almost 40%. When business picked up faster than expected, filling open positions became the number one priority.
Hotel Management
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
As we approach the end of 2023, the hospitality technology landscape is buzzing with promises of what’s to come. FutureLog, a trailblazing procure-to-pay software provider, is gearing up for an exhilarating 2024 filled with growth and innovation. Traditionally a period of reflection, the concluding weeks of the year provide an opportunity to reflect on the months gone by and solidify plans for the upcoming year.
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
Hospitality Net
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
In April 2023, Kelly Ching and Eileen Lim, final year students at EHL Hospitality Business School, embarked on a transformative journey by enrolling in the Sustainability Hospitality Challenge. Their dedication and hard work, along with coaching sessions from Romane Petit (EHL Research Assistant), propelled them to secure a spot in the competition’s top 10 during the semi-finals held in Amsterdam.
Hotel Business
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
The holiday season is just around the corner, and with it comes the joy of celebrating and traveling with family or friends. Hotels around the country are anticipating a high volume of bookings as TSA anticipates its busiest travel season ever. However, amidst the holiday cheer, there can be a lurking menace: bed bugs. These tiny pests can hitch a ride on unsuspecting travelers and make themselves at home when they arrive at your property.
Hospitality Net
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
70% of travelers buy more online today than they did before the Covid crisis in 2020. Knowing which action levers are relevant to promoting your hotel on the Internet, and how to activate them, has become a bigger challenge than ever before.
STAAH
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
Effectively plan and reach your business goals for 2024 with these smart revenue management and distribution tips. After a tumultuous couple of years, the industry is regaining its balance. To cope with a highly dynamic market , improve efficiency and meet the evolving needs of guests, there have been some shifts in revenue management and distribution.
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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.
Hospitality Net
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
Aldar Properties (’Aldar’) announced today the launch of Nikki Beach Residences, a new community set against the spectacular backdrop of the Arabian Gulf on Al Marjan Island, with a blend of exciting and rejuvenating leisure experiences that will redefine beach living in the emirate.
Hotel Speak
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
Singapore, DD/November/2023: Hotelogix , a globally leading cloud-based hospitality technology provider, said that Namgay Heritage Hotel in Bhutan has adopted its all-in-one Cloud-based Hotel Property Management System (Hotel PMS) to ensure efficient management of daily operations and to drive overall business growth. Located in Thimpu, Namgay Heritage Hotel is one of the finest luxury properties in Bhutan.
Hospitality Net
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
TFE Hotels has officially launched their inaugural ‘Go Global’ International Exchange program which sees team members from Germany and Australia ‘swap’ home countries and learn best hotel practice from their hosts. With a strong focus on cultural immersion and building leadership capabilities, the Go Global program is all about nurturing young leaders with the wider support of TFE’s global hotel network.
Hotel News Resource
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
As events return and travel volumes normalize post-pandemic, now is the time for hoteliers to make the most of planning their sales strategies to capture as much business as possible. Here are 3 key steps to take today that will set you up for success in the year ahead.
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