Lodging
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
The pandemic effectively increased sanitization awareness in the hospitality industry, with guests becoming more attuned to antivirus, antimicrobial, and hypoallergenic treatments and features in their lodging spaces. One example is air filtration. “People always knew that better air quality must be better for you, but they didn’t really understand filtration.
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, has signed a strategic partnership agreement with Paljor Global Corp Private Limited, a leading Nepalese investment firm and luxury carpet manufacturer, to seek opportunities to introduce Dusit’s diverse offerings in Nepal and throughout South Asia.
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Lodging
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Since its global launch in Milan in 2014, Moxy Hotels, a part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of over 30 brands, has provided experiences for the next generation of travelers with its industrial design, social spaces, and programming. As part of its 10th anniversary, the brand shared plans to reach the 100-hotel mark in its Europe region by the end of 2025, with the anticipated addition of 17 hotels, including market entries into Spain, Türkiye, and […] The post Moxy Hotels Hits 10-Year Mil
Skift Blog
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Skift Take: Qatar is the 42nd country to make the list, but its inclusion is more to do with the country's politics than its tourism sector.
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!
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Nikki Beach Hospitality Group, the global luxury lifestyle company is thrilled to announce the grand reopening of Nikki Beach Dubai, one of the pioneering beach clubs in the region, originally opened in 2016. After an extensive renovation, the beach club is set to unveil its vibrant new look upon reopening on October 1st, 2024, and will follow with a grand reopening party on October 12th, from 11AM - 8PM.
Skift Blog
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Skift Take: Spain's record-breaking popularity has put it front and center in the fight for sustainability in travel. In response, the Spanish government, regional authorities, and local tourism companies have joined forces to realize a more sustainable tourism model.
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Skift Blog
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Skift Take: Many execs at hotels and online travel agencies are playing a fun game called "Guess How AI Will Disrupt Us Before It Actually Does.
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Sentral, the leading full-building residential hospitality operator, has been named the management company for Ten310, a new boutique living concept developed by a California Landmark Group (CLG) affiliate. Designed by Abramson Architects, the 94-unit building will offer amenities including a speakeasy, rooftop pool and lounge spaces, valet parking, fitness center, and daily breakfast for residents.
Skift Blog
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Skift Take: Mallorca was a hotspot for protests against mass tourism this year. Tourism to the island and Spain, however, isn't slowing down.
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Lanson Place Parliament Gardens has officially opened its doors, unveiling the brand’s first Australian hotel in the vibrant heart of Melbourne. The newly- launched 5-star boutique hotel offers a unique blend of heritage and modernity and is housed in the historic 1901 Salvation Army Printing Works building, located in Albert Street, East Melbourne.
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
Skift Blog
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Skift Take: Southwest’s more positive outlook comes as it seeks more ways to boost its profitability and fend off an activist investor.
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
YOTEL has announced plans to expand its portfolio in the UK and Europe with the opening of YOTEL Belfast. Slated to open in late 2026, the new-build hotel will be situated in the historic Shaftesbury Square in central Belfast, just minutes’ walk from some of the city’s most popular attractions, including Queen’s University and the Botanic Gardens.
Lodging
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
WASHINGTON—The U.S. hotel industry reported positive year-over-year comparisons, according to CoStar’s latest data through Sept. 21, 2024. U.S. Hotel PerformanceSeptember 15-21, 2024 Percentage change from comparable week in 2023:Occupancy: 68.9 percent (up 0.5 percent)ADR: $168.80 (up 2.0 percent)RevPAR: $116.22 (up 2.5 percent) Among the Top 25 Markets, Houston saw the highest year-over-year lift in occupancy (up 10.7 percent to 69.0 percent).
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Innovations are decisive for the success of developing and securing the future of the tourism industry. As the World’s Largest Travel Trade Show, ITB Berlin offers these innovations a groundbreaking platform. From 4 to 6 March 2025 the eTravel Stage, an integral part of the ITB Berlin Convention, will be focusing on technological change and digital progress in the travel industry.
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.
Skift Blog
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Skift Take: EaseMyTrip's new travel debit card with Bank of Baroda checks all the boxes, but just on paper.
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Highgate, an industry-leading hotel management, investment, technology, and development company, today announced the rebranding of four of its managed portfolio assets in Algarve, Portugal under the Marriott International umbrella. Each located within the Salgados Beach resort destination, the newly rebranded and co-located Westin Salgados Beach Resort, Algarve; The Residences at The Westin Salgados Beach Resort, Algarve; Algarve Marriott Salgados Golf Resort & Conference Center; and Marriott Re
Lodging
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
NASHVILLE, Tennessee—The Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown, owned by Dreamscape Companies and Centerbridge Partner, announced the completion of a comprehensive property renovation. The project marks the beginning of the property’s next chapter as part of Sheraton Hotels’ transformation of its guest experience. Managed by Aimbridge Hospitality, Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown serves as a community hub for guests and locals.
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, announces the signing of its first Garner hotel in Türkiye in a franchise agreement with FRT Turizm and support by AB Consulting led by Ahmet Bilgin. The 126-guestroom hotel will consist of four separate buildings and is expected to open in 2025. The signing comes just one month after IHG held its Turkish Investor Day and introduced the Garner brand to the market.
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.
Hotel Management
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Over 550 key hotel executives, owners and suppliers were in attendance for the third annual AHICE Aotearoa, which took place in Christchurch for the first time, at the Te Pae Convention Centre. In his opening address, AHICE Group President James Wilkinson, highlighted the economic impact of the event on the city. “We’re very proud of the economic contribution to the city that this event will have,” he said.
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
With 468 seats in the U.S. Congress (33 Senate seats and all 435 House seats) and the U.S. presidency up for grabs this November, the stakes have never been higher for the hotel industry. This year’s AAHOA (Asian American Hotel Owners Association) Fall National Advocacy Conference (FNAC) underscored hoteliers’ critical role in shaping policies impacting their businesses and the broader hospitality sector.
Lodging
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
NORWALK, Connecticut—HEI Hotels & Resorts added Beacon Hotel & Corporate Quarters to its growing portfolio of luxury, upper-upscale, and upscale independent and branded hotels and resorts throughout the United States. Its portfolio now numbers more than 100 total properties. Located in Washington, D.C., the hotel is near the White House and within walking distance of 38 million square feet of commercial office real estate, Embassy Row, and the National Mall.
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) has announced the launch of the "Live in Full Color" creative pop-up series by Breathless Resorts & Spas, part of Hyatt’s Inclusive Collection. The pop-up series, curated to reflect Breathless Resorts & Spas’ vibrant and inclusive spirit, will bring trending artists to the branded properties throughout Latin America and the Caribbean this fall encouraging a welcoming community across all resorts that fosters social synergy, creative expression, and wow-worthy m
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
Lodging
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Terranea Resort announced the appointment of William Dvoranchik as vice president of finance. In this role, Dvoranchik will oversee all financial operations, including strategic planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. Hotel Heron announced the appointment of Liz Martinez as general manager of KLN, the property’s restaurant. In her new role, Martinez will oversee all aspects of KLN’s guest service and dining operations.
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Today, hotel owner, operator, and developer, Hotel Equities (HE), proudly announces the opening of the new Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Kansas City at The Legends. The hotel, located at 1925 North 98th Street, Kansas City, KS 66111, is owned by Legend Hotel LLC and managed by Hotel Equities.
Lodging
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
BETHESDA, Maryland—District Hospitality Partners announced the acquisition of the Hilton Washington DC/Rockville Hotel and Executive Meeting Center. This full-service property adds to the firm’s growing national portfolio of upscale hotels. The 315-room property backs up to the Twinbrook Metro station, offering access to downtown Washington D.C., Capital One Arena, Union Station D.C., and the D.C. airports.
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
IHG Hotels and Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has announced the signing of a new Vignette Collection property which is set to be the tallest all-hotel tower in the world when it opens in Dubai next year. The agreement will see the launch of Ciel, Vignette Collection, offering an unsurpassed lifestyle experience in the Marina.
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.
Lodging
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
PARSIPPANY, New Jersey—Wyndham Rewards added the title Proud Hotel Rewards Partner of Penn State Athletics through a multi-year sponsorship with Penn State Sports Enterprises, an entity of Playfly Sports. Penn State has 31 athletics programs and an alumni association of 775,000—one of the largest in the United States. Through the partnership, Wyndham Rewards members get access to ticket packages for football and men’s basketball, redeemable with Wyndham Rewards points starting at 35,000 points.
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
In breaking news, TFE Hotels has partnered with New Zealand’s leading accommodation provider, Heritage Hotels, in a multi-property management agreement that will see five hotels refurbished in the next few years and send a positive signal to the local accommodation sector amid a resurgent international tourism market.
Social Hospitality
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
The rise of social search has become impossible to ignore, particularly on platforms like TikTok, Pinterest, and Instagram. For hoteliers and marketing professionals in the hospitality industry, adapting to this change is not just beneficial; it’s essential. We’ve witnessed the transformative power of social media in the hospitality sector.
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
In an era of relationships and personalisation, a Customer Relationship Management system (CRM) has become the king. And especially for hospitality, this type of software is turning into a key element of every hotel’s tech stack.
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