Skift Blog
AUGUST 13, 2024
Skift Take: The travel industry’s most coveted award for excellence in design, creativity, and innovation once again celebrates the brands and businesses that are redefining the future of travel. Discover the final results and meet the 2024 winners.
Lodging
AUGUST 13, 2024
The starting point for sustainability in the hotel industry is the goals set by owners, brands, and management companies. The objectives can be fairly specific, such as reducing waste or energy consumption by a certain percentage within a certain timeframe, shifting to eco-friendly housekeeping products, or meeting the requirements of a program such as LEED or Green Key.
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Skift Blog
AUGUST 13, 2024
Skift Take: With Brad Handler out as chairman and his brother Brent Handler having given up the CEO role nearly a year ago, this deal represents a changing of the guard at Inspirato.
Lodging
AUGUST 13, 2024
ATLANTA, Georgia—Officials of Aperture Hotels announced that Patrick Short has been named chief operating operator. In his new role, Short will provide cross-disciplinary leadership and direct operational execution and commercial strategy for Aperture’s portfolio of 27 managed hotels. “With more than thirty years of hospitality operations experience, Patrick is the perfect fit for Aperture’s growing portfolio to continue improving operations performance metrics across the board,” sai
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
AUGUST 13, 2024
Skift Take: While the Indian IPO market is strong right now, global markets aren't as friendly, as a result RedDoorz is taking a measured approach with its IPO plans.
Hospitality Net
AUGUST 13, 2024
Cloudbeds, the innovative leader in hospitality management technology, today announced the strategic hiring of AI visionaries Amit Popat, Head of Machine Learning, and Nikhil Shah, Head of Data Science. This move marks a significant investment in artificial intelligence by Cloudbeds, aimed at developing unparalleled applications for the hotel industry and ushering in a new era of what’s possible for hoteliers.
Hotel Sales Focus brings together the best content for hotel sales and marketing professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Hospitality Net
AUGUST 13, 2024
In this conversation with Jason Pirock, Head of Marketing at Springboard Hospitality, a premier third-party hotel management company, we discuss how properties and hotel brands can use a customer data platform (CDP) to increase conversions within the guest booking journey.
Skift Blog
AUGUST 13, 2024
Skift Take: Trevolution Group's data on international travel to India highlights the country's growing popularity as a tourist destination.
Hospitality Net
AUGUST 13, 2024
Italy’s first luxury train, La Dolce Vita Orient Express, will commence its covetable journeys in Spring of 2025, with bookings now open at orient-express.com. The new all-inclusive train journey provides eight exclusive round-trip "Made in Italy" itineraries departing from Rome, highlighting sought-after destinations like Venice, Matera, Tuscany, Piedmont, Portofino, Abruzzo and Sicily.
Skift Blog
AUGUST 13, 2024
Dubai's mega projects are back. Palm Jebel Ali and Dubai Islands are expected to introduce the next gold rush of hotel development.
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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
AUGUST 13, 2024
Technology was supposed to make everything so easy. Instead, travelers are more overwhelmed than ever by their devices, each vying for attention every second of every day. Not only are travelers focused on getting from point A to point B, but they likely are managing work emails, speaking with family members, or are distracted by whatever book or video series currently has their attention.
Skift Blog
AUGUST 13, 2024
Mahesh Iyer, MD and CEO of Thomas Cook India, on how the company is strategically adapting to the evolving preferences of Indian travelers
Hospitality Net
AUGUST 13, 2024
Cross Hotels & Resorts is thrilled to announce a significant Hotel Management Agreement (HMA) with Yutthaporn Development, marking an exciting step forward for both companies. This two-hotel deal for Cross Vibe Bangkok Srinakarin and Lumen Bangkok Srinakarin exemplifies our shared commitment to delivering outstanding lifestyle hospitality experiences in Bangkok’s dynamic Srinakarin district.
Skift Blog
AUGUST 13, 2024
Skift Take: Once considered an overpriced gimmick, onboard Wi-Fi is quickly becoming a cabin commodity.
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.
Social Hospitality
AUGUST 13, 2024
Marketing has evolved dramatically from traditional, one-way communication methods to consumer-centric approaches. Past strategies relied heavily on top-down messaging, where brands controlled the narrative, and consumers were passive recipients. However, today’s marketing strategies are shifting towards more interactive, dialogue-based ones. Brands focus more on building relationships with their audience and valuing consumer input to foster community.
Skift Blog
AUGUST 13, 2024
Skift Take: GetYourGuide seeks to strengthen its airline collaborations with Eurowings integration, boosting customer experience.
Hospitality Net
AUGUST 13, 2024
Mews, the industry-leading hospitality cloud, and Duetto, a leading provider of revenue management software for the hospitality industry, have now exceeded 600 joint hotel customers, driving revenue growth for hoteliers globally.
Skift Blog
AUGUST 13, 2024
Skift Take: After grappling with setbacks in the consumer segment, Yatra is doubling down on its core strength — corporate travel.
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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
AUGUST 13, 2024
The boutique hotel industry is a rapidly evolving space, where creativity meets hospitality to offer guests more than just a place to stay. For those passionate about this niche market, the upcoming Boutique Hotel Owners Conference on September 16-17 in Los Angeles, presents an unparalleled opportunity to gain insights, network with industry leaders, and discover new strategies for success.
Lodging
AUGUST 13, 2024
NEWTON, Massachusetts—Sonesta International Hotels Corporation announced the opening of Sonesta Essential Augusta on Washington Road in Augusta, Georgia. The recently renovated 57-room hotel is joining the growing portfolio of Sonesta Essential. “We are excited to expand our portfolio with the addition of the Sonesta Essential Augusta,” said Keith Pierce, EVP and president franchise and development, Sonesta.
Hospitality Net
AUGUST 13, 2024
Accor’s leading premium brand Mövenpick proudly announces the opening of its first address on the Mediterranean coast of Türkiye. The newly opened Mövenpick Resort Antalya Tekirova features 383 rooms designed for guest comfort amidst Tekirova’s breathtaking atmosphere. Alongside its magnificent natural surroundings, the resort boasts various accommodation options and rich culinary experiences which guarantee unforgettable memories.
Hotel Management
AUGUST 13, 2024
The countdown is on to the 2024 HM Awards for Hotel and Accommodation Excellence, presented by Sealy Posturepedic, with nominations now open to determine the top properties, people and projects in the region. HM caught up with the winner of the 2023 HM Award for Marketing and Communications Associate (NZ/SP), GP Communications Founder, Ginni Post, to talk about her experience of the Awards.
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
AUGUST 13, 2024
The UK’s hospitality sector is facing new regulatory challenges following the Labour Party’s recent electoral victory and the subsequent implementation of the Flexible Working Act 2023. This legislation introduces sweeping changes that could significantly affect how hotels operate. Understanding the potential impacts and exploring practical solutions are essential for thriving under this new legal framework.
Lodging
AUGUST 13, 2024
LONDON—Hilton announced plans to open three new hotels in Portugal in 2025 and 2026 under three brands—Canopy by Hilton, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, and DoubleTree by Hilton—as part of the company’s plans to continue expanding its presence in the country. Patrick Fitzgibbon, senior vice president, development EMEA, Hilton said, “Last year tourist numbers soared to record highs in Portugal and with demand expected to continue, it’s an incredibly attractive hotel investment market.
Hospitality Net
AUGUST 13, 2024
Far East Hospitality, Singapore’s home-grown hospitality management company with an international presence has announced that all 16 of its hotels in the country have achieved the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) Industry Criteria for Hotels Certification. With this accreditation, Far East Hospitality is now the hospitality group with the largest number of GSTC-certified sites in Singapore.
Lodging
AUGUST 13, 2024
WASHINGTON—Green Key Global announced its first-ever slate of board members and the appointment of Heather McCrory, a hospitality expert with 40 years of experience in the industry, as chair. McCrory recently served as CEO of Accor’s North American and Central American operations and currently advises the hospitality industry as principal of Heather J.
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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
AUGUST 13, 2024
Apaleo, the leading open property management platform for hospitality, is excited to announce a strategic partnership with Fraunhofer IAO. This collaboration aims to bring practical AI applications to the hotel industry, enabling hoteliers to achieve their business goals and accelerate their operations.
Hotel Management
AUGUST 13, 2024
Each touchpoint throughout your property is designed to deliver memorable guest experiences, SiLANT believes in-room guest technology should do the same. Introducing our new interactive platform SORA by SONIFI. A revolutionary entertainment solution designed to elevate your guest’s in-room experience. SiLANT’s technology solutions can deliver the digital experience your guests desire while uniquely reflecting your property’s brand.
Hospitality Net
AUGUST 13, 2024
PTM Partners and DoveHill have opened the doors to Moxy St. Pete, the first lifestyle hotel and first rooftop destination in St. Petersburg’s most vibrant neighborhood.
Hotel Management
AUGUST 13, 2024
VANITY GROUP, a Global Hotel Essentials Provider, is thrilled to announce the exclusive launch of Grown Alchemist Hotel Collection, a pioneering biological beauty brand renowned for its innovative skincare solutions. This collaboration seamlessly blends Grown Alchemist’s commitment to high-performance, clinically proven formulations with VANITY GROUP’S dedication to sophisticated design, superior quality, and sustainable practices.
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