Skift Blog
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Skift Take: Don’t think the Chinese will shy away from a space tourism adventure — and if they can don Prada space suits while they’re at it, you can bet they’re all in!
Hospitality Net
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Halloween brings up images of spooky costumes and haunted houses. So, here’s a question for you: Are you confident your customer service and CX won’t scare your customers away?
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Skift Blog
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Skift Take: Major cities have gotten more expensive to visit in recent years, and here's a look at some of the factors that have contributed to them becoming pricier for travelers.
Hospitality Net
OCTOBER 30, 2024
With direct bookings becoming a critical focus for hotel chains worldwide, h2c, a leading consultancy in the hospitality industry, has released its 2024 Global Hotel Direct Booking Acceleration Study. This in-depth research offers key insights into the technologies and strategies shaping the future of direct bookings, from AI-powered booking engines to the rise of mobile transactions.
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
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Skift Take: Riyadh Air has unveiled its digital strategy. Some of its planned features are far from brand-new, but combined together, the airline hopes it can take on the OTAs.
Lodging
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Lake Buena Vista, Florida—The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin announced the largest renovation and expansion in the property’s history, highlighted by the addition of 120,000 square feet of event space to its current meeting and convention floorplan. The entire project is an investment of $275 million over the next several years and will also include modernized upgrades to existing meeting spaces and Swan guest rooms; and technology enhancements throughout the property.
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Hospitality Net
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Bartech, the leading global provider of automatic minibar solutions, has announced the latest addition to its product line with the launch of its innovative Flat eFridge minibar solution. Designed to enhance both hotel design flexibility and operational efficiency with its sleek, modern minimalistic aesthetic, the Flat eFridge is set to transform hotels in-room F&B services by ensuring heightened profitability and guest satisfaction.
Skift Blog
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Skift Take: MGM Resorts sees strong demand at its Las Vegas resorts continuing through year-end, despite minor performance hiccups in the third quarter.
Hospitality Net
OCTOBER 30, 2024
The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) today announced its 2024 General Managers of the Year, TechOvation, and Technology Acceleration Award winners during The Hospitality Show in San Antonio, Texas.
Skift Blog
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Skift Take: Booking.com has taken more time than competitors to release updates for its AI tool. But it still has some of the same kinks to work out.
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
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Les Aiglons is the extension of a nature experience, where the atmosphere is both peaceful and memorable, just like the snow-capped mountains of Chamonix. Under the impetus of ETERNAM and QUINSPARK, the hotel formerly known as "Le Refuge des Aiglons" is being given a new lease of life with the aim of becoming Chamonix’s must-visit lifestyle hotel. Featuring a cocoon refuge designed by Saar Zafir, an Italianstyle restaurant, karaoke rooms and, of course, a brand-new ski shop by Millet, this 4-sta
Skift Blog
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Skift Take: Delhi Aerocity, with a heavy presence of branded hotels, is a convenient hub for business and leisure travelers alike.
Hospitality Net
OCTOBER 30, 2024
With its 82 rooms in the heart of Paris’s Latin Quarter, this four-star hotel is both historical and modern. The Grand Cœur Latin Hotel is a voyage through time: from the Roman remains known as the Arènes de Lutèce, via the Middle Ages to the philosophical debates of the 19th century, the past comes to life within these walls. Architect Vincent Bastie and interior designer Marie-Paule Clout have created a welcoming contemporary space that reflects the quintessential charm of the Latin Quarter.
Skift Blog
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Skift Take: The biggest company in travel thinks it has the building blocks for steady — if not dramatic — growth for years to come.
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
OCTOBER 30, 2024
With Bellevigne, Les Hôtels (Très) Particuliers launches into wine tourism! The first chapter opens in Chambolle-Musigny, in the heart of the Côte de Nuits. Set in an 18th-century bourgeois house designed by Jordane Arrivetz, 37 rooms, a cellar, a lounge, a library, a restaurant, a spa and an outdoor swimming pool give life to this unique place. More than just a hotel, Bellevigne is a new landmark on the wine trail, where winemakers, wine merchants, villagers, experts and wine lovers all meet an
Skift Blog
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Skift Take: After months of speculation about its narrowbody fleet, on Wednesday Saudi start-up carrier Riyadh Air will finally reveal the supplier and size of its first single-aisle plane order.
Hospitality Net
OCTOBER 30, 2024
ONYX Hospitality Group, a leading management company for hotels, resorts, serviced apartments, and luxury residences in Southeast Asia, is expanding its Shama serviced apartment brand internationally following positive feedback from both business and professional travellers. New openings have included Shama Hub Qiantang in Hangzhou, China, Shama Hub Metro South in Hong Kong, and Shama Suasana, located in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, with imminent future development plans in Malaysia, Laos and Thailand
Lodging
OCTOBER 30, 2024
SAN ANTONIO, Texas and ALPHARETTA, Georgia—Agilysys, Inc. released the findings of its 2024 Global Hospitality Impact Study: Unlocking Revenue Beyond the Room at The Hospitality Show 2024. This survey of 489 hospitality executives and technology decision-makers across North America, Europe, and APAC unveils insights into the industry’s readiness to embrace revenue per available guest (RevPAG) strategies while highlighting challenges holding back adoption.
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
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Rue Vivienne: that’s where this brand-new hotel in Paris’s 2nd arrondissement is anchored. Following in the footsteps of the Bourse and the Bibliothèque de France, Hôtel Filigrane, designed by Anne-Claire Majorel (Studio Majorel) and Sonia Lemagnen (Agence Vertical), is freely inspired by the treasures associated with these two institutions: figured banknotes for one, literate banknotes for the other.
Lodging
OCTOBER 30, 2024
NEW YORK—Preferred Hotels & Resorts announced the addition of 24 new member properties to its global portfolio between July 1 and September 30, 2024. “We are pleased to introduce this outstanding group of 24 new members to our global portfolio of luxury independent properties,” said Lindsey Ueberroth, CEO of Preferred Hotels & Resorts. “Expanding the diversity of our global collection, each of these exciting new additions—spanning 14 countries in destinations ranging from the unspoiled s
Hospitality Net
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Tru by Hilton, Hilton’s innovative and energetic hotel brand for practical travelers, is set to transform the hospitality experience in Colombia with the opening of Tru by Hilton Cali Sur, the brand’s first hotel in the country. This new hotel, operated by Hoteles MS, is located in one of the most dynamic areas of western Colombia, surrounded by prestigious universities, shopping centers, recognized hospitals, and the two most important technology hubs in the country.
Lodging
OCTOBER 30, 2024
In July, the Ritz-Carlton, Denver debuted a renovation of its signature restaurant, ELWAY’S Downtown, named after the famed Broncos quarterback. Diners can experience Executive Chef David Schaumburger’s updated menu inspired by the finest local ingredients, with standouts including Lamb Chop Fondue, Short Rib “Off The Bone,” and Dashi Braised Chilean Sea Bass.
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
OCTOBER 30, 2024
2024 was a wake-up call for the hotel industry. Record performance may have stolen headlines, but the reality was less glamorous: growth rates stabilized, and staffing gaps stretched resources thin. The industry is at a tipping point. Although technology and automation promise relief, many hotels still cling to outdated systems for fear of digital change.
Lodging
OCTOBER 30, 2024
The Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International announced the appointment of Brian Hicks as its new president and CEO. Hicks will build upon the foundation laid by the late Bob Gilbert, who served as president and CEO for 30 years. Abe Liao has been appointed managing director at the Watergate Hotel. Previously, Liao served as vice president of operations at Aimbridge Hospitality, where he oversaw up to 20 hotels across the United States.
Hospitality Net
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Zucchetti North America is excited to launch a new customer support program, available to hotel clients 24/7, across their entire portfolio of operational solutions. From CRS, to POS, to booking engines, to PMS and RMS, Zucchetti North America offers a one-stop shop for hoteliers looking for a complete tech stack to support their operations; with the launch of the new customer support program, the company is demonstrating its commitment to providing the best user experience possible, enabling cl
Lodging
OCTOBER 30, 2024
The Hospitality Show continued today for a second day of programming for hotel owners and operators at the Henry B. González Convention Center in San Antonio, Texas. The Show also celebrated the grand opening of its expo floor, which featured over 400 of the industry’s top vendors offering solutions to drive innovation and profitability, interactive showcases, and dedicated breakout sessions.
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
OCTOBER 30, 2024
In the current climate, hoteliers are constantly seeking ways to become better hotel managers, opportunities to advance their careers and distinguish themselves in what is a competitive industry.
Lodging
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Lake Anna, Virginia—Reef Capital Partners is pleased to announce the grand opening of The Boardwalk Hotel on Lake Anna by Kasa. Situated on scenic Lake Anna, this boutique lakefront destination is now officially open, welcoming guests to enjoy a new standard of hospitality at the modern, coastal concept in a location known for its desirable natural beauty.
Hospitality Net
OCTOBER 30, 2024
The second edition of the Qatar Tourism Awards welcomed around 1,200 applications from businesses and individuals working in the sector. The different categories and sub-categories were designed to reflect the diversity of Qatar’s growing tourism sector. Between 2019 and 2024, international arrivals to Qatar grew by 147%, with the sector also a growing hub for tourism innovation and investments.
Lodging
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Birmingham, Michigan—Daxton Hotel Birmingham has officially become part of Curio Collection by Hilton, a prestigious global portfolio of 175 individually remarkable hotels. The transition to join Curio Collection by Hilton marks a significant milestone for Daxton Hotel, which recently earned a rare MICHELIN Key, enhancing its ability to deliver exceptional and memorable one-of-a-kind moments to guests from around the world.
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