Skift Blog
FEBRUARY 25, 2025
Skift Take: In Italy, key boxes used for self-check-in at short-term rentals symbolize overtourism to some locals. Some vigilantes have been sabotaging them. So officials are promising stronger enforcement of existing regulations to curb excesses.
Lodging
FEBRUARY 25, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C.Spring Break season spans several weeks, starting in March and ending mid-April. AAA booking data shows most travelers are looking for warm weather with the Sunshine State topping the list of U.S. destinations. Four Florida cities are on the top 10 domestic list: Orlando, Fort Lauderdale, Miami, and Tampa. For families who live in colder climates, Spring Break cant come soon enough, said Stacey Barber, vice president, AAA Travel.
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Hotel Management
FEBRUARY 25, 2025
Pro-invest Group Deputy Chair and CEO APAC, Jan Smits, spoke exclusively to HM about opportunity in the co-living segment, sustainability targets, key investments and more. Smits took to the stage at AHICE South East Asia on Wednesday February 26, in conversation with AHICE Group President and HM Editor-In-Chief,James Wilkinson. What are the trends you are seeing in hotels?
Lodging
FEBRUARY 25, 2025
ARLINGTON, VirginiaThe U.S. hotel industry reported lower performance results from the previous month, according to January 2025 data from CoStar. U.S. Hotel Performance January 2025 Percentage change from January 2024 Occupancy: 52.5 percent (up 1 percent) ADR: $151.20 (up 3.4 percent) RevPAR: $79.42 (up 4.5 percent) Overall U.S. hotel RevPAR was driven by a variety of factors, including the impacts of Hurricanes Helene and Milton, the L.A. wildfires, and the inauguration.
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Hotel Management
FEBRUARY 25, 2025
Hilton is expanding its network in South East Asia with the signing of three focused service hotels announced at the Asian Hotel Industry Conference and Exhibition (AHICE) South East Asia this week (February 25-26). The latest signings add over 560 rooms to Hiltons South East Asia portfolio, joining a pipeline of 28 mid-market openings in the coming years.
Lodging
FEBRUARY 25, 2025
PARK CITY, UtahCooperWynn Capital announced it has completed the loan modification for the Hotel Indigo Detroit Downtown on behalf of the ownership group. The property features 241 rooms with 48 suites, an on-site restaurant, a fitness center, and over 1,750 square feet of meeting space. The modification allows the ownership to maintain their current loan while replacing covenants and provides flexibility in the immediate future. “CooperWynn was able to create a competitive debt process fo
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Lodging
FEBRUARY 25, 2025
SAN DIEGO, CaliforniaCloudbeds announced a strategic partnership with Sabre Corporation. The collaboration delivers integration between Cloudbeds PMS and Sabres SynXis Central Reservation System (CRS), offering hotels and accommodation providers a solution for managing distribution, reservations, and property operations. The partnership introduces a real-time two-way connection between Sabres CRS and the Cloudbeds PMS, enabling hotels to streamline operations, distribution strategies, and data a
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FEBRUARY 25, 2025
In today’s fast-paced digital world, the hospitality industry faces unprecedented challenges and opportunities. As customer expectations continue to evolve, hotels must adapt to stay competitive. One of the most promising solutions on the horizon is AI-powered Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems. These advanced tools are transforming how hotels interact with guests, manage operations, and drive […] The post The Future of Hospitality: How AI-Powered CRM is Revolutionizing t
Lodging
FEBRUARY 25, 2025
DANBURY, ConnecticutMeyer Jabara Hotels President Justin Jabara announced Eric Churchill, senior vice president of operations, has been promoted to chief operating officer. As part of this newly appointed position, Churchill will oversee portfolio operations to grow performance for owners, guests, and associates. The Meyer Jabara Hotels Journey culture is the glue that has heldand continues to holdus together throughout the decades, said Jabara.
Skift Blog
FEBRUARY 25, 2025
Skift Take: Hyatt's latest brand will allow it to fill a space in a mid-market segment it didn't have an offering in before.
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Hotel Business
FEBRUARY 25, 2025
Crowne Plaza by IHG , in partnership with Stylus , has released its second white paper, Leading the Charge in Blended Travel, which unveils a major shift in how people live and work since its 2022 report , particularly as companies embrace the return to office more broadly. Currently, 66% of U.S. and U.K. travelers actively combine business trips with personal leisure time, up from 53% in 2022.
Skift Blog
FEBRUARY 25, 2025
Skift Take: Goa is rebooting its tourism to attract high-value visitors, and diversifying its offerings. But a lot of its hopes hinge on tackling key issues like taxi operators, stray animals, and connectivity with international markets.
Hotel Business
FEBRUARY 25, 2025
Germantown, TN-based McNeill Hotel Company (MHC) has promoted Jesse Kremer from regional director, operations to the new position of VP, hotel operations. In his new role, Kremer leads the regional directors and hotel teams to achieve a balanced scorecard, focusing on associate satisfaction, guest satisfaction, brand initiatives, financial success and owner relations, the company reports.
Skift Blog
FEBRUARY 25, 2025
Skift Take: IndiGo has set its sights on long-haul operations. The bigger question is which European destination will it hit first?
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STAAH
FEBRUARY 25, 2025
More than 80% of travelers read reviews before booking a hotel. One negative review can influence potential guests, but the right response can turn the situation around and even strengthen your brand. The Power of Online Reviews Guest opinions have always shaped a hotel’s reputation, but now, they travel faster than ever. Reviews pour in from platforms like TripAdvisor, Google, Online Travel Agents (OTAs) , and social media, influencing potential guests before they even step through your d
Skift Blog
FEBRUARY 25, 2025
Skift Take: Trade organizations like IATA and Airlines for America are challenging a slate of airline regulations from the Biden administration.
Skift Blog
FEBRUARY 25, 2025
Skift Take: Its a fascinating aircraft assortment worthy of an omakase tasting menu. ANAs Japanese shopping spree gives us clues about the groups longer-term direction.
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