‘Tourists Go Home’: Barcelona’s Protests Against Overtourism
Skift Blog
JULY 8, 2024
Skift Take: Barcelona, one of the world's most popular destinations, just got a rude awakening about how it manages tourism.
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NAIDOC Week Exclusive: meet Lily Ahnfeldt-Lovatt, Adina-Vibe Darwin Waterfront
Hotel Management
JULY 8, 2024
To mark NAIDOC Week 2024, running from July 7-14, HM is shining the spotlight on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people within the hotel industry. Here, TFE Hotels introduces Adina-Vibe Darwin Waterfront F&B Supervisor, Lily Ahnfeldt-Lovatt, in a HM exclusive. Jawoyn* woman, Lily Ahnfeldt-Lovatt was born and raised in the Top End and has an affinity for her country that shines through in spades when you speak to her.
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Thailand to End Duty-Free on Arrival Shopping at 8 Major Airports
Skift Blog
JULY 8, 2024
Skift Take: No, this doesn’t mean that the Thai government wants you to stop shopping; they're just nudging travelers to splurge locally and boost the economy!
Coury Hospitality Promotes Jennifer Burgess-Wright to SVP, Marketing & Digital Strategy
Lodging
JULY 8, 2024
DALLAS, Texas—Coury Hospitality announced the promotion of Jennifer Burgess-Wright to senior vice president, marketing and digital strategy. Known as the brand’s first experience curator, Burgess-Wright’s promotion finds her shaping the brand’s marketing and digital strategy for brand engagement and creating a presence for Coury Hospitality. “Jennifer has been an integral part of our company for nearly two decades, and her efforts in marketing and promoting our growing portfolio are evident in t
State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.
The Problem With Carbon Offsets – and 5 Measures of Quality
Skift Blog
JULY 8, 2024
Skift Take: Carbon offsets exist within a flawed ecosystem but they should not be disregarded as an interim measure. It is on the industry to reform a broken system.
AHLA: 700 Hotel Jobs Were Added in June 2024
Lodging
JULY 8, 2024
WASHINGTON—U.S. hotels added 700 jobs to their payrolls in June, according to the latest government data that shows the nationwide workforce shortage continues to make it difficult for hotels to fill open jobs. Total hotel employment stands at about 1.92 million, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). That’s more than 196,000 fewer workers in the industry than in February 2020, just before the pandemic hit, which reflects the scarcity of available employees.
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Harrison Group Acquires Holiday Inn & Suites Virginia Beach – North Beach
Lodging
JULY 8, 2024
OCEAN CITY, Maryland—The Harrison Group announced the acquisition of the Holiday Inn & Suites Virginia Beach – North Beach, an oceanfront resort located on the Virginia Beach Boardwalk. This strategic acquisition marks an expansion for the Harrison Group, growing its offerings for families, business travelers, and conference attendees. Situated along the Atlantic Ocean shoreline, the Holiday Inn & Suites Virginia Beach – North Beach has 238 guestrooms and suites.
Boeing Pleads Guilty: 3 Takeaways From Its Deal With the DOJ
Skift Blog
JULY 8, 2024
Skift Take: The plea deal with the DOJ would mandate that Boeing pay more fines and install an independent monitor to oversee its quality control and production processes.
BWHSM Hotels Redefines Extended Stay With @HOME by Best Western
Lodging
JULY 8, 2024
With the growth of the extended stay segment into 2024, the industry is quickly responding to consumer demand. BWH Hotels introduced its @HOME by Best Western brand in 2022 and has built a robust pipeline of more than 40 new-build hotels. Options Not Mandates @HOME by Best Western was designed with a key principle—options, not mandates. “We know that extended stay is an important market segment and there is tremendous demand for more options in […] The post BWH<sup>SM</sup>
Qatar Airways Focuses on Stop-Over Programs to Help Boost Nation’s Tourism
Skift Blog
JULY 8, 2024
Skift Take: Fancy 48 hours in Doha? Qatar Airways thinks you will.
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!
Airbnb Debuts Olympics Ad: ‘Why Stay in a Hotel on the Touristy Side of Paris?’
Skift Blog
JULY 8, 2024
Skift Take: Airbnb is among the travel industry leaders in taking advantage of the global events category. Its push in Paris highlights the importance it sees for this sector.
Rajasthan Focuses on Weddings, Conferences to Boost Tourism – India Report
Skift Blog
JULY 8, 2024
Skift Take: Rajasthan, a premier wedding destination in India, has much to offer including wildlife, museums, temples, and lakes. While the state is seeking to promote its various offerings, it does not want to lose out on the significant revenue from weddings and business meetings.
How a Hackathon led to Sabre’s First Generative AI Product for Hotels
Skift Blog
JULY 8, 2024
Skift Take: Generative AI is still young, but some travel companies are encouraging workers to experiment as they determine how the tech will be used in the future.
Elliott Calls Southwest’s Board ‘Profoundly Out of Touch’ as Activist Campaign Heats Up
Skift Blog
JULY 8, 2024
Skift Take: The hedge fund claims it now has multiple allies that support a leadership overhaul at Southwest.
The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!
Southwest Adds IndiGo Co-Founder to Board in Latest Line of Defense Against Elliott
Skift Blog
JULY 8, 2024
Skift Take: Gangwal’s appointment comes after activist investor Elliott criticized the airline’s board for not having enough directors with external airline experience.
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