Duetto CEO on What’s Next After Sale to Private Equity
Skift Blog
JUNE 28, 2024
Skift Take: David Woolenberg, the CEO of Duetto, gave his first media interview to Skift following his company's sale announcement on Thursday.
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Hyatt Acquires the me and all hotels Brand, Positioning Conversion-Friendly Lifestyle Brand for Growth Across Europe and Beyond
Hospitality Net
JUNE 28, 2024
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced that a Hyatt affiliate has acquired the me and all hotels brand from Lindner Hotels AG (Lindner) to unlock growth in new European markets and build on Hyatt’s strong momentum in the region.
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Boeing’s Screw Up, HomeToGo’s Gamble and Asia’s Disappearing Routes
Skift Blog
JUNE 28, 2024
Skift Take: Today's podcast looks at Boeing's new mistake, HomeToGo's new policy, and China's fraught direct air relationship with India.
AAA: Over 70.9 Million Travels to Go 50 Miles or More for July 4th Week
Lodging
JUNE 28, 2024
WASHINGTON, D.C.—AAA projects 70.9 million travelers will head 50 miles or more from home over the July 4th holiday travel period. For the first time, AAA looked at the entire July 4th week, plus the Saturday before and the Sunday after the holiday. This year’s projected number of travelers for that period is a 5 percent increase compared to 2023 and an 8 percent increase over 2019.
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
Why Your Salespeople are Not Selling as Expected
Anthony Cole Training
JUNE 28, 2024
Some of your salespeople are selling as expected… and some of them are not. If we buy into the theories of Italian economist, Pareto, then we buy into the concept that 80% of the effects come from 20% of the causes. This application of Pareto Principle can help to answer the question: Why Are Your Sales People Not Selling as Expected?
Ryanair Calls European Air Traffic Control ‘Shambolic’ as Delays Mount
Skift Blog
JUNE 28, 2024
Skift Take: European airlines have delayed hundreds of flights due to air traffic control restrictions caused by severe weather in the region.
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Amsterdam to Slash Cruise Stops in Half to Fight Mass Tourism
Skift Blog
JUNE 28, 2024
Skift Take: The Dutch capital's cruise stop cap and eventual relocation of its main terminal are part of an active approach toward combatting overtourism.
CoStar: U.S. Hotels Report Lower Performance Results From Previous Week
Lodging
JUNE 28, 2024
WASHINGTON—The U.S. hotel industry reported lower performance results from the previous week and mixed comparisons year over year, according to CoStar’s latest data through June 22, 2024. U.S. Hotel PerformanceJune 16-22, 2024 Percentage change from comparable week in 2023:Occupancy: 69.5 percent (down 2.5 percent)ADR: $159.88 (up 0.1 percent)RevPAR: $111.17 (down 2.3 percent) Among the Top 25 Markets, Seattle saw the highest year-over-year increases in occupancy (up 11.1 percent to 84.9 p
Airlines Brace for Busiest Fourth of July Yet
Skift Blog
JUNE 28, 2024
Skift Take: This year’s holiday is set to be one of the busiest on record as millions of Americans take to the skies during the holiday week.
The Scarlet, Lincoln, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel Names Pivot as Manager
Lodging
JUNE 28, 2024
ATLANTA—Pivot, the lifestyle operating vertical of Davidson Hospitality Group, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2024, has been selected by Goldenrod Companies to manage The Scarlet, Lincoln, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel in Lincoln, Nebraska. The only hotel in partnership with the University of Nebraska – Lincoln and located on the Nebraska Innovation Campus (NIC), the property has 154 guestrooms and suites inspired by towns across the state; a variety of restaurant and bar experiences [
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
‘Shut Up and Follow the Advice:’ Airbnb’s Brian Chesky Helped Shape OpenAI’s Regulatory Strategy
Skift Blog
JUNE 28, 2024
Skift Take: Is it too far-fetched to think that Brian Chesky might one day pull a "Dara Khosrowshahi," who left his post as Expedia boss for the bigger opportunity to head Uber? After all, developing generative AI at OpenAI is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
Sertifi Releases OHIP Integrations on Oracle OPERA Cloud
Lodging
JUNE 28, 2024
CHICAGO, Illinois—Sertifi announced the release of its new Oracle Hospitality Integration Platform (OHIP) integrations to OPERA Cloud. This extends the partnership between Sertifi and Oracle, with Sertifi having an existing integration to OPERA OWS for Oracle v5 and cloud customers. Over 20,000 hospitality locations allow Sertifi to finalize contracts, event payments, and credit card authorizations.
Hyatt Snaps Up Small Lifestyle Hotel Brand in European Push
Skift Blog
JUNE 28, 2024
Skift Take: Hyatt is adding its 29th brand in a bid to add places in Germany where it hasn't had many choices for its most loyal guests. However, it also aims to reach more German guests and try to cross-sell them into all-inclusive resorts.
From laughter to tears… ?
Hospitality Net
JUNE 28, 2024
In this electoral period where everyone is predicting a devastating or transformative future, regardless of which side emerges victorious, we are entitled to wonder about the foreseeable consequences for the hospitality community.
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.
Trends in Ultra High Net Worth Travel: Skift Travel Podcast
Skift Blog
JUNE 28, 2024
Skift Take: The very wealthy don't travel like everyone else does – we discuss the latest trends for luxury vacations on the Skift Travel Podcast.
Education and diversification recognized as key to future of tourism in Asia and the Pacific
Hospitality Net
JUNE 28, 2024
According to UN Tourism’s data, the sector is experiencing a rapid recovery in Asia and the Pacific, with arrivals reaching 82% of pre-pandemic levels in the first quarter of 2024, boosted by the re-opening of many destinations throughout 2023. Now, with full recovery on the horizon, the latest joint meeting of UN Tourism’s Commission for Asia and the Pacific (CAP) and its Commission of South Asia (CSA), focused on the challenges and opportunities for creating a positive and lasting transformati
Replay Destinations to develop luxury hotel in Healdsburg, CA
Hotel Business
JUNE 28, 2024
Replay Destinations has plans to develop a 53-room luxury hotel in downtown Healdsburg, CA. The new property will be located in Mill District, a 10-acre site of a former lumber mile redeveloped by Replay. In addition to the hotel, the location will feature residences by architects such as Olson Kundig , an array of owner amenities including a pool and fitness center, retail and a neighborhood park framed by a preserved grove of heritage redwood trees.
A guide to food plating and presentation
Hospitality Net
JUNE 28, 2024
Ever wanted to know the secrets behind the art of plating food like a top chef? The way a dish is presented on the plate plays a crucial role in the overall guest dining experience. All of our senses are engaged when we’re dining out; sound, smell, and touch are all important elements in restaurants, but sight has particular value beyond the present moment.
A Buyer’s Guide to Future-Proofing Your Restaurant Tech Stack
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Miniview: Singer Palace Hotel – a look inside Rome’s artfully stitched sanctuary
Hotel Designs
JUNE 28, 2024
Hotel Designs Miniview: Singer Palace Hotel – a look inside Rome’s artfully stitched sanctuary Miniview: Singer Palace Hotel – a look inside Rome’s artfully stitched sanctuary Step into a symphony of modern Italian design as the Singer Palace Hotel in Rome, where we explore this artfully restored Art Deco masterpiece… Rome thrums with history, its ancient streets echoing with the footsteps of emperors and artists.
a&o Hostels Releases Sustainability Report 2023, Further Establishing Dedication to Become Europe’s First CO2-Emission Hostel Chain
Hospitality Net
JUNE 28, 2024
With focus on its ambitious goal of becoming the first net zero CO2-emission hostel chain in Europe by 2025, a&o Hostels, the world’s largest hostel chain, has released the a&o Sustainability Report 2023, the second annual account documenting its efforts and progress on sustainability issues while serving as an inspiration – even a road map – for other hospitality operators to follow suit.
Securing the Connected Hotel: Addressing the Unique Challenges of IoT Security
Hotel News Resource
JUNE 28, 2024
The increasing reliance on Internet of Things (IoT) devices within the hotel industry introduces serious security challenges. Traditional cybersecurity tools, designed for conventional IT infrastructures, often fall short in effectively detecting and mitigating threats targeting these connected devices.
Investment Opportunities in the Lifestyle Hotel Market
Hospitality Net
JUNE 28, 2024
Multi-story complexes of similar-looking rooms with cozy lighting, finely-pressed sheets, and a corporate, sterile feel. These kinds of hotels abound, found on every street corner in the U.S. However, research suggests that guests are starting to crave more from their away-from-home experiences.
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.
U.S. Hotel Performance for Week Ending June 22nd
Hotel News Resource
JUNE 28, 2024
The U.S. hotel industry reported lower performance results from the previous week and mixed comparisons year over year, according to CoStar's latest data through 22 June.
France’s Travel & Tourism Broke All Records Last Year, WTTC Research Reveals
Hospitality Net
JUNE 28, 2024
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) today unveiled the remarkable growth of Travel & Tourism in France last year, with the sector’s GDP contribution surging by nearly 6% year-on-year to a record-breaking €246BN.
U.S. hotel results for week ending June 22
Hotel Business
JUNE 28, 2024
The U.S. hotel industry reported lower performance results from the previous week and mixed comparisons year-over-year (YOY), according to CoStar’s latest data through June 22. June 16-22 (percentage change from comparable week in 2023): Occupancy: 69.5% (-2.5%) ADR: $159.88 (+0.1%) RevPAR: $111.17 (-2.3%) Among the top 25 markets, Seattle saw the highest YOY increases in occupancy (+11.1% to 84.9%) and RevPAR (+16.8% to $179.47).
USA TODAY Readers Name Motel 6 Best Budget-Friendly Hotel Brand
Hospitality Net
JUNE 28, 2024
Motel 6, a name synonymous with affordable lodging, has again been voted the "Best Budget-Friendly Hotel Brand" in the annual USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards for 2024.
Beyond The Meeting Room: Luxury Magazine Resource
Advertiser: ALHI
Escape into a world of luxury and dive into the future of tech, fun takes on the American pastime, and many inspirational individuals. With engaging reports on fashion, food, travel, finance, sports, and more, download now and enjoy the read!
Mews Survey Reveals 80% of Travelers Prefer Hotels with a Completely Automated Front Desk or Self-Service Technology
Hotel Speak
JUNE 28, 2024
[New York, New York – June 27, 2024] – The mad dash to take a summer vacation is underway, with three out of four travelers agreeing that Americans are prioritizing travel more in 2024. And when they travel, they are opting more for a highly digital, self-service experience when it comes to their hotel stays. A recent survey commissioned by Mews , the industry-leading hospitality cloud, and conducted by OnePoll found that nearly 80% of travelers would be willing to stay at a hotel wi
Mews Survey Reveals 80% of Travelers Prefer Hotels with a Completely Automated Front Desk or Self-Service Technology
Hospitality Net
JUNE 28, 2024
The mad dash to take a summer vacation is underway, with three out of four travelers agreeing that Americans are prioritizing travel more in 2024. And when they travel, they are opting more for a highly digital, self-service experience when it comes to their hotel stays.
Protect Your Guests’ State of Mind with Bed Bug Prevention
Hotel Business
JUNE 28, 2024
In the hospitality industry, maintaining a pristine reputation is paramount. One of the most insidious threats to a hotel’s brand image is the presence of bed bugs. These tiny pests not only cause distress but also have profound psychological effects on your guests. Unfortunately, guests associate bed bug activity with a lack of cleanliness at your establishment.
U.S. hotel results for week ending 22 June
Hospitality Net
JUNE 28, 2024
The U.S. hotel industry reported lower performance results from the previous week and mixed comparisons year over year, according to CoStar’s latest data through 22 June. CoStar is a leading provider of online real estate marketplaces, information and analytics in the property markets.
How Intent Data Helps Marketers Convert A-List Accounts
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
One of the biggest challenges for any B2B marketer is understanding your prospects’ next move — who is most likely to buy and when. Without these insights, marketing campaigns can feel more like guesswork, with high investment and little return. We’re here to tell you there’s a better way. By tracking buyers’ digital footprints and online activity, such as website visits, product reviews, and spikes in content consumption, you can engage prospects with a message that really resonates.
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