Skift Blog
JULY 23, 2024
Skift Take: Cancellations and no-shows for hotel reservations tend to be higher in summertime, which can significantly impact revenue for hotels and travel management companies (TMCs). Slicing and dicing data more granularly leads to better forecasting and may reduce potential revenue losses.
Lodging
JULY 23, 2024
COVID created challenges for many hotel companies, but some operators managed to turn those challenges into opportunities. One such company is Waterford, Connecticut-based Waterford Hotel Group, which spearheaded the recently completed transformation of the Hilton Hartford into a mixed-use development that includes both a hotel and premier apartment complex.
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Skift Blog
JULY 23, 2024
Skift Take: Travel executives see activities and experiences as increasingly lucrative, and here's what the numbers say about how travelers are spending on them.
Hotel Management
JULY 23, 2024
Hotel owner and entrepreneur Dr. Jerry Schwartz and independent management company Trilogy Hotels are pioneering a premium sports hospitality offering through the integration of high-performance training facilities within a luxury resort setting at Fairmont Resort Blue Mountains. Nestled in the Blue Mountains community of Leura, the secluded Fairmont resort has been transformed into an elite training retreat, serving as the training camp for state rugby league team the New South Wales Blues this
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!
Skift Blog
JULY 23, 2024
Skift Take: With IndiGo planning to induct Airbus A350 aircraft by 2027, potentially enabling flights to London, will it be considering Gatwick as a new destination?
Lodging
JULY 23, 2024
RICHMOND, Virginia—Sandpiper Hospitality has been named manager of the ECHO Suites Extended Stay by Wyndham Spartanburg in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Opened earlier this month, the hotel is the first property open in the ECHO Suites Extended Stay by Wyndham brand. Each of the 124 suites in the newly constructed hotel includes a kitchenette with two stovetop burners, a full refrigerator, and a microwave.
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Hospitality Net
JULY 23, 2024
Guestline, part of Access Group, has introduced a host of self-service options to its GuestStay offering, incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) to further reduce pressure on hotel staff while empowering guests.
Skift Blog
JULY 23, 2024
Skift Take: The Transportation Department said ongoing flight disruptions and reports of customer service issues prompted it to investigate Delta as the carrier’s meltdown enters its fifth day.
Hotel Management
JULY 23, 2024
In HM ’ s 2024-2025 Hotel Development Outlook, Hilton Director of Development, Australasia, Tushar Raniga, talks key market trends and the demands of today’s hotel owners. The Australian hotel development sector is currently navigating the significant challenge of rising development costs. As a response, innovative solutions such as modular development are gaining traction, a concept that Hilton recently showcased at AHICE with the Hilton Garden Inn room prototype.
Skift Blog
JULY 23, 2024
Skift Take: India's focus in recent years has been on tourism destination development. In its plan to diversify its offerings to attract different types of travelers, adventure tourism caters to a growing demand.
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
Hospitality Net
JULY 23, 2024
Tivoli Hotels & Resorts is pleased to announce the launch of Tivoli Portopiccolo Sistiana Wellness Resort & Spa bringing the brand’s timeless glamour to the Gulf of Trieste, in northern Italy.
Skift Blog
JULY 23, 2024
Skift Take: Speaking to Skift, Badr Mohammed Al-Meer said supply chain and regulatory hurdles could hinder the speed of the first class roll-out.
Hospitality Net
JULY 23, 2024
Imagine this scenario: Taylor Swift posts a new photo on Instagram with a hidden message about her next concert dates and locations, which turns out to be near your property. Whether you’re busy with guests or enjoying time with your family, you might miss this critical information. By the next day, you find your property fully booked for those dates, unaware of the Taylor Swift concert that drove the demand.
Skift Blog
JULY 23, 2024
Skift Take: MakeMyTrip has the burgeoning middle class and their growing wallets to thank for its recent performance.
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.
Hospitality Net
JULY 23, 2024
The Hotels Network (THN), a direct growth platform serving over 20,000 hotels around the world, proudly announces the launch of KITT, the first AI Guest Service Agent specifically designed to elevate hotel guest experiences and enhance operational efficiency. The AI agent provides seamless, 24/7 support through voice or text, over the phone or on the website, enhancing communication with guests and answering their questions with unparalleled efficiency.
Skift Blog
JULY 23, 2024
Skift Take: Today’s podcast looks at Delta’s fifth day of chaos, Venice’s successful tourism fee, and U.S. cities where biz travel has rebounded.
Hospitality Net
JULY 23, 2024
The business travel industry has proven itself resilient as it leaves the global pandemic behind and moves into a new era of post-pandemic stabilization. The forecast for 2024 predicts global business travel spending will reach $1.48 trillion USD by the end of the year, an increase on 2019 spending which was a previous record at $1.43 trillion. Additionally, by 2028, it is projected to exceed $2.0 trillion, highlighting a robust path ahead for the business travel sector in terms of spending.
Skift Blog
JULY 23, 2024
Skift Take: As Delta’s meltdown continues for the fifth day, customers and Washington are becoming increasingly frustrated.
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.
Hospitality Net
JULY 23, 2024
In 2023, the World Tourism Organization spotlighted an impressive trend: a significant 73% of global travelers now prefer hotels that adopt sustainable practices. This shift is driving hotels to incorporate green technology extensively in their operations. According to the Global Sustainable Tourism Council, by 2025, green technology will distinguish industry leaders in the hospitality sector.
Skift Blog
JULY 23, 2024
Skift Take: Southwest is the second carrier to be under an FAA audit this year due to a series of widely-reported safety incidents.
Hospitality Net
JULY 23, 2024
Ruby Bea and Ruby Dante draw meaningful inspiration from Florence’s rich cultural heritage, reflecting the city’s artistic and intellectual legacy. The Renaissance, an era that flourished in Italy, witnessed monumental advances in architecture, banking, mathematics, and the fine arts. These historical roots are beautifully captured in the design of Ruby Bea and Ruby Dante, where guests embark on a journey through time, experiencing different perspectives much like artists who revolutionised the
Skift Blog
JULY 23, 2024
Skift Take: Today's podcast looks at Mallorca residents’ anger over tourism, business travel’s projected return, and Delta’s ongoing IT outage issues.
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
Hospitality Net
JULY 23, 2024
Valencia Hotel Group is thrilled to announce a major achievement in its growth trajectory with the successful completion of its largest equity raise to date. This landmark investment facilitates the acquisition of Cavalry Court and The George, two premier boutique hotel properties located in the heart of College Station, Texas.
Skift Blog
JULY 23, 2024
Skift Take: Business travel is back, but Princeton, N.J., led U.S. markets in doing better than others, according to American Express.
Hospitality Net
JULY 23, 2024
Not all of us can say they have a passion or a calling, but if you do, passion is a powerful force that drives you to pursue your dreams and achieve extraordinary goals. Whether it’s a love for wine, art, science, or any other field, the journey toward mastering a passion is often filled with both thrilling moments and significant challenges.
Skift Blog
JULY 23, 2024
Skift Take: Once again, the Indian Union Budget left the tourism industry high and dry, ignoring all their key demands. With their hopes for infrastructure status and tax rates dashed, the industry had to content itself with the crumbs of small mercies.
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.
Hospitality Net
JULY 23, 2024
Despite the pundits’ predictions, the phones continue to ring with incoming reservations leads even now in the mid-2020s, and yes, even at branded hotels across all segments. I’m sure some readers are thinking “Well not us. The majority of our rooms are booked online.
Hotel Management
JULY 23, 2024
Capella Sydney has partnered with Torrens University to offer students hospitality work placements and provide upskilling opportunities for its team members. Torrens University students will have the opportunity to gain placements and graduate roles across various departments at the award winning 5-star hotel, providing new education and career pathways into the hospitality industry.
Hospitality Net
JULY 23, 2024
Yesterday, Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) announced the continued growth and global leadership of Marriott Branded Residences, along with enhanced Residence Owners benefits through ONVIA, the company’s newly integrated Owner recognition platform.
Hotel Management
JULY 23, 2024
Pro-invest Group has partnered with Southern Cross University on a new equity scholarship and internship program that aims to introduce diverse talents and perspectives for future generation of hoteliers. As an owner and manager of one of Australia’s largest independent hotel portfolios, Pro-invest Group will play an important role in providing access to paid internships, mentorships, and potential employment opportunities within the hotel industry, as well as financial assistance to support stu
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