Tue.Sep 24, 2024

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Three Days, Two Nights, One Flight: Cathay Pacific’s New Time-Bending Route

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Double-check your diary if you’re flying on Cathay Pacific’s new route from Dallas Fort Worth to Hong Kong. A time-bending schedule sees the 16-hour flight span three days.

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STAY launches online courses and certifications to enhance hospitality training for professionals

Hospitality Net

STAY announces the launch of STAY Academy, a comprehensive training platform designed to provide hotel professionals with certified courses that enhance their skills and improve guest experiences.

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Juneau’s Cruise Line Fight: Locals to Vote on ‘Ship-Free Saturday’

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Regardless of the ballot initiative's outcome, relations between locals and the cruise line industry in Juneau won't be the same.

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Marriott International Signs Agreement with Sands China Ltd. to Bring The Luxury Collection Brand to Macao

Hospitality Net

Marriott International, Inc. and Sands China Ltd. are set to redefine luxury in Macao with the signing of an agreement to debut The Luxury Collection brand to the market. Anticipated to open in January 2025, Londoner Grand, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Macao is poised to cater to the world’s discerning travelers, blending the brand’s authentic take on luxury with the city’s local charm to provide a unique and enriching travel experience.

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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.

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First Flights, Now the Travalyst Climate Coalition Turns to Hospitality Data

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Travalyst's challenge in hospitality will be in trying to make itself a leader in sustainability measurement. This will be a tougher sell than flights.

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Hospitality America Expanding its Relationship with Hotel Developer Windsor Aughtry Company

Hospitality Net

Hospitality America has been selected by Windsor Aughtry Company to manage the Hotel Avail, Tapestry Collection by Hilton in Rogers, Arkansas. Scheduled to open in the second quarter of 2025, the 170-room hotel will feature a rooftop restaurant (Oak Steakhouse concept by Indigo Road Hospitality), café and lobby bar, meeting space and fitness center.

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Why Hospitality Technology Integrations Are Key to Driving Innovation

Hospitality Net

In the hospitality industry, where guest satisfaction is paramount and operational efficiency is key to profitability, system integration has become more than just a technical necessity—it’s the foundation for long-term success. The rapid pace of innovation across industries has led to heightened traveler expectations, yet the hotel industry often struggles to keep up.

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The Return of Chinese Outbound Travel: October Golden Week Signals a Strong Comeback

Skift Blog

Skift Take: As Golden Week approaches, China’s travel rebound is set to lift global tourism. Destinations that cater to confident Chinese travelers seeking diverse, immersive experiences will win big.

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Planning for Tomorrow: Four All-In-One PMS Technologies Driving Hotelier Success in 2025

Hospitality Net

Hotel budget season is upon us, and the hotel industry remains fixated on the usual concerns and challenges that are repeated throughout the year, such as the need for improved labor efficiency, strategies to reduce wasteful spending, technology to manage operations, and innovations to optimize revenue. To realize these gains, independent hoteliers are investing in their tech stacks to ensure they are equipped with the technologies they need and guests’ demand.

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GetYourGuide Faces Animal Rights Activists Over Travel Activities Listings

Skift Blog

Skift Take: GetYourGuide faces ongoing protests from World Animal Protection over alleged animal exploitation in its listed activities, such as elephant rides. The online travel agency maintains it enforces its responsible tourism guidelines.

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How to Stay Competitive in the Evolving State of Martech

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

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Be Aware of AI Biases in Hiring

Hospitality Net

Using computer programs to screen job candidates’ resumes is not a new HR practice among big corporates. AI accelerates the automation process for all companies in the selection process. More companies are using AI to evaluate job candidates’ performance in their initial interviews, such as word choice and cognitive abilities, in addition to screening their resumes.

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11 Travel Tech Acquisitions in 3 Months — See the List

Skift Blog

Skift Take: With backing from private equity and venture capital, multiple travel tech companies have said this year that more acquisitions are coming.

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Hyatt Announces Plans for First Andaz Hotel in Australia

Hospitality Net

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that Hyatt has entered into agreements with Destination Gold Coast Consortium for an Andaz resort in the Gold Coast, Australia. Destination Gold Coast Consortium is a joint venture between parent company, The Star Entertainment Group, and its two partners, Far East Consortium and Chow Tai Fook Enterprises.

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‘Shaandaar Saudi’: Saudi Arabia’s New Campaign to Attract Indian Tourists

Skift Blog

Skift Take: With a goal of attracting 150 million tourists by 2030, where else would Saudi Arabia look if not to the world’s most populous country?

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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

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SMEs in the driver’s seat: empowering Europe’s travel economy

Hospitality Net

The travel industry is an essential pillar of the EU’s economy – accounting for roughly 10% of GDP and a similar share of employment. In many aspects, our sector doesn’t get the attention it deserves from policymakers, yet it is a key driver of EU competitiveness, a major source of service exports and a provider of local development all across our continent.

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Elliott to Call for Special Meeting at Southwest as It Continues Activist Campaign

Skift Blog

Skift Take: In a letter to shareholders, Elliott said it still doesn’t support Southwest’s current course and would continue to push for new leadership.

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Top 4 Reasons Why Leading Hoteliers Are Increasing Tech Spend in 2025

Hospitality Net

The global hospitality industry has been observing strong signs of recovery heading into 2025. With travel on the rise once more, hoteliers must strategize effectively to capitalize on this revival period by aligning themselves proactively with emerging trends. While macroeconomic uncertainties remain, the indicators indicate immense recovery opportunities for forward-thinking hoteliers.

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Mumbai Hotels Ready to Profit From Coldplay’s India Concerts – India Report

Skift Blog

Skift Take: The Coldplay concerts have fans from all over India scrambling to get tickets - reselling is rampant and at exorbitant prices. And now, booking hotels is getting more expensive for the fans, as well.

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ABM Evolution: How Top Marketers Are Using Account-Based Strategies

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.

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The Hospitality Show wins Trade Show Executive Gold 100 Grand Award for best new launch

Hospitality Net

The Hospitality Show, the groundbreaking event designed to empower the hospitality industry produced by Questex and the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), has been awarded the prestigious Trade Show Executive Gold 100 Grand Award for Best New Event Launch 2023. This recognition underscores the show’s success in bringing together the diverse facets of the hospitality industry through an innovative and impactful format.

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Ship-Free Saturdays, Southwest’s Special Meeting and Etihad’s New Routes

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Today's podcast looks at Juneau's new cruise ban attempt, Elliot Investment's new reveal for Southwest, and Etihad Airway's new routes.

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Peachtree Group Launches Fifth Delaware Statutory Trust, Providing Prime Opportunity for 1031 Exchange Investors

Hospitality Net

Peachtree Group (“Peachtree”), a leading commercial real estate investment firm with a multi-billion-dollar portfolio of equity and debt investments, has announced the launch of its fifth hotel property structured as a Delaware Statutory Trust (DST) following the completed acquisition of the 128-key Residence Inn Tampa Wesley Chapel in the greater Tampa, Fla., area.

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AHICE Aotearoa draws top hotel executives to Christchurch

Hotel Management

Over 500 hotel industry leaders have gathered at the Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre for the third annual AHICE Aotearoa, hosted by HM Magazine and Hotel Council Aotearoa. Taking place over two days, Wednesday 25 and Thursday 26 September, AHICE Aotearoa will delve into New Zealand’s hotel landscape in a host of informative presentations, panel discussions and Q&A sessions with key leaders.

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A Buyer’s Guide to Future-Proofing Your Restaurant Tech Stack

The race to 100% digital is on. With the restaurant industry still in the early innings of its digital transformation, brands need an airtight strategy when it comes to building out their tech stack. Download the buyer’s guide to learn where to prioritize your efforts and get the most out of every investment.

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Shangri-La Le Touessrok, Mauritius: Reimagined for a New Era of Chic, Tropical Luxury

Hospitality Net

After 45 years of setting the standard for luxury in Mauritius, Shangri-La Le Touessrok, Mauritius, will re-open in style on the 19th October after its highly anticipated renovation. The extensive redesign has enhanced every facet of the resort, from its 185 guest rooms and suites, to its renowned restaurants and bars. The resort has been transformed into a chic, tropical playground, where the vibrant spirit and colourful essence of Mauritius is reflected in every detail.

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Exclusive: inside the luxurious Anantara Veli, one of the best resorts in the Maldives

Hotel Management

In recent years, the makeover of the Anantara Veli Maldives Resort has been so magnificent, you could be mistaken for thinking you’ve arrived at a brand-new hotel. Here, the hospitality, style and experience are so good, you’ll want to book your next trip before you depart. To find out why, James Wilkinson checks in and catches up with Anantara Veli Maldives Resort and Complex General Manager, Michael Parker.

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HBX Group announces the launch of Marketing Suite

Hospitality Net

HBX Group, a leading global B2B travel technology company, announces today the launch of its Marketing Suite, a combination of marketing services designed to inspire, convert, and drive growth in the travel space. With this launch, HBX Group aspires to become the primary retail media network within the travel industry, serving as a point of reference for hotels, DMOs, airlines, mobility providers and any business seeking to engage with travellers and travel distributors.

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CoStar: U.S. Hotel Industry Showed Mixed Performance During August

Lodging

WASHINGTON—The U.S. hotel industry reported lower performance results from the previous month but positive comparisons year over year, according to August 2024 data from CoStar. U.S. Hotel PerformanceAugust 2024 Percentage change from August 2023: Occupancy: 66.9 percent (up 1.5 percent)ADR: $157.84 (up 2.3 percent)RevPAR: $105.67 (up 3.9 percent) Among the Top 25 Markets, New York City experienced the highest occupancy level (up 5.2 percent to 87.3 percent).

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ABM Success Recipe: Mastering the Crawl, Walk, Run Approach

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.

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Quality Lodgings strengthens Mews partnership with multi-property booking engine

Hospitality Net

Mews, the industry-leading hospitality cloud, has strengthened its partnership with Quality Lodgings to empower the brand’s hoteliers to generate more revenue and enhance guest experiences. The enhanced partnership means that Mews Booking Engine is now integrated with the Quality Lodgings website, meaning hotels have another direct booking source.

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Rockbride Celebrates 25th Anniversary With Brand Refresh

Lodging

COLUMBUS, Ohio—Rockbridge celebrated its 25th year in business and introduced an updated expression of its brand language and visual identity. Rockbridge began in 1999 with four partners who led the company in becoming a national platform for hotel investments built on industry relations, cycle-tested strategies, and outcome consistency. Since Jim Merkel was appointed CEO in 2008, the company has evolved into the vertically integrated hospitality-centered investment firm it is today.

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Les Roches Celebrates 70 Years of Excellence in Hospitality Education

Hospitality Net

This year, Les Roches, one of the world’s premier institutions for hospitality management education, proudly celebrates its 70th anniversary. Since its founding in 1954, Les Roches has been a beacon of excellence, shaping the next generation of leaders in hospitality and tourism industries across the globe. Over seven decades, the school has remained committed to providing world-class education, consistently evolving to meet the dynamic needs of the sector, and ensuring its graduates remain at t

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CooperWynn Capital Modifies Doubletree Suites Fort Shelby Loan

Lodging

Park City, UT, September 24, 2024 —CooperWynn Capital announced the loan modification for the Doubletree Suites Fort Shelby on behalf of the ownership group. The Doubletree Suites is located in downtown Detroit, Michigan, and has 203 suites, over 18,000 square feet of meeting space, three food and beverage outlets, and a fitness center. The modification allows ownership to maintain their current loan while replacing covenants while property fundamentals improve.

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Beyond The Meeting Room: Luxury Magazine Resource

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!