Skift Blog
JANUARY 22, 2024
Skift Take: Sam Nazarian once built buzzy hotel brands Hyde, SLS, and Mondrian. Can Nazarian repeat the trick with the help of unlikely partners Wyndham and musical artist (and investor) Mark Anthony?
Lodging
JANUARY 22, 2024
LODGING is live from ALIS 2024. Access more of our live coverage here. The lodging industry is convening for the first time in 2024 as the 23rd annual ALIS conference kicks off today in Los Angeles with a number of highlights for the roughly 2,000 attendees, including the recognition of former Best Western chieftain David Kong. Kong—who retired as president and CEO of Best Western Hotels at the end of 2021—will be presented with the […] The post ALIS Conference Kicks Off With Kong Receivin
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Skift Blog
JANUARY 22, 2024
Skift Take: Despite doubling its room count over a decade, Marriott CEO Anthony Capuano remains optimistic about the company's growth potential. He's betting that high-margin luxury hotels and a tech revamp will help sustain fat fees.
Hotel Management
JANUARY 22, 2024
BWH Hotels is looking to hotel management agreements (HMAs) to build growth in Australasia with the recent appointment of Rod Munro as Managing Director of the region. Having spent 20+ years in global hospitality operations – including as Vice President of Operations – Australasia for Stamford Hotels and Resorts, and over 15 years with Accor in a variety of positions – Munro is eager to put his hotel management expertise into practise to build the presence of BWH Hotels’ brands inclu
Speaker: Brendan Sweeney, VP of Sales & Devyn Blume, Sr. Account Executive
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Skift Blog
JANUARY 22, 2024
Skift Take: The Indian aviation minister emphasizes the ambitious efforts aimed at building a strong aviation infrastructure to meet the demands of a rapidly-growing economy.
Hospitality Net
JANUARY 22, 2024
Early January is generally a slow period for the hotel industry. Thus, this week’s robust gain (+6.3%) in average daily rate (ADR) came as a surprise given occupancy was down 1.5 percentage points (ppts). A closer look revealed that most of the growth was due to a single market—Las Vegas, which hosted the annual Consumer Electronics Show (CES) a week later than in 2023.
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Hospitality Net
JANUARY 22, 2024
Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) ("Choice"), one of the world’s most successful lodging franchisors, today announced that it has proposed eight independent, highly qualified individuals to stand for election at the 2024 Annual Shareholder Meeting of Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Inc. (NYSE: WH) ("Wyndham").
Skift Blog
JANUARY 22, 2024
Skift Take: The ferocity of the storm meant planes had to travel much further than usual to find a safe diversion airport to land, with some domestic flights being rerouted internationally.
Hospitality Net
JANUARY 22, 2024
Radisson Hotel Group announces the signing of Radisson RED Berlin Kudamm, the Group’s first bold and cutting-edge upscale Radisson RED property in Germany’s capital, set to open in late spring 2024. Located just steps from Kurfürstendamm, commonly known as Ku’damm, Berlin’s iconic boulevard and one of its most famous shopping streets, and within walking distance of the famed KaDeWe department store, the new Radisson RED Berlin Kudamm is perfectly situated for those looking to explore the city, w
Skift Blog
JANUARY 22, 2024
Skift Take: The extra set of inspections for the Boeing 737-900ER brings more scrutiny to the beleaguered aircraft manufacturer.
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Hospitality Net
JANUARY 22, 2024
InnSpire, the leading provider of innovative hospitality technology solutions that help drive seamless, world-class guest experiences for some of the world’s most iconic hotels and brands, has announced a strategic partnership with RealTime Reservation (RTR), a centralized inventory control and management platform that assists hotels in maximizing ancillary revenue from services and amenities.
Skift Blog
JANUARY 22, 2024
Skift Take: Global hotel transactions hit the second lowest in a decade last year – only the exceptional 2020 pandemic year was worse.
Hospitality Net
JANUARY 22, 2024
So much has been written recently about how artificial intelligence (AI) in its various forms can help hotels run their businesses better by increasing guest engagement while decreasing expenses. Almost all that attention to date has focused on generative AI (genAI) and its potential to help travelers plan and book travel or to provide personalized responses to service guest or employee queries.
Skift Blog
JANUARY 22, 2024
Skift Take: As the saying goes about changes to the way Google displays flights, the devil will be in the details.
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
JANUARY 22, 2024
At EHL Lausanne, where 4 tons of coffee is consumed per year, a unique survey was brewed, capturing the essence of coffee culture among its vibrant community. This exploration delved into the aromatic world of coffee, seeking to understand not just the consumption patterns, but the deeper, personal connections people have with their daily cup. From students to faculty, the survey painted a rich tapestry of preferences, habits, and cultural significances, offering a glimpse into the role coffee p
Skift Blog
JANUARY 22, 2024
Skift Take: TravelPerk is another example of a company rethinking employee roles by using the latest advancements in artificial intelligence.
Hospitality Net
JANUARY 22, 2024
sbe, the privately-held leading international lifestyle hospitality group that develops, manages and operates world-class hotels, restaurants, lounges and nightclubs, and Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH), the world’s largest hotel franchising company with approximately 9,100 hotels spanning over 95 countries, announced today the launch of a new smart lifestyle brand under the working title, Project HQ Hotels & Residences.
Skift Blog
JANUARY 22, 2024
Skift Take: A filing United posted on Monday offers a glimpse into how the Boeing 737 Max 9 groundings are financially impacting airlines.
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Lodging
JANUARY 22, 2024
LODGING is live from ALIS 2024, brought to you by Choice Hotels. Access more of our live coverage here. MCLEAN, Virginia—To help create opportunities for people looking to own or grow their own business, Hilton has announced the creation of “Unlocking Doors,” a program designed to support new and aspiring hoteliers on their journey to hotel ownership.
Hospitality Net
JANUARY 22, 2024
Condé Nast Traveller, the global authority on high-end travel, has launched their inaugural Top New Restaurant Awards. The awards will showcase the best of what’s new on the UK food scene. From fine dining spots in major cities to cool new concepts off the beaten track – as well as up-and-coming and game changing talent – the awards will highlight the best from across the country.
Lodging
JANUARY 22, 2024
LODGING is live from ALIS 2024. Access more of our live coverage here. At ALIS 2014, Marriott International, Inc. announced the company’s record year of global signings with 52 percent more organic rooms signed in 2023 than in 2022, as it continues to expand offerings for owners, franchisees, and guests. The company also announced that it achieved strong net rooms growth of 4.7 percent in 2023.
Hospitality Net
JANUARY 22, 2024
The winners of one of the hospitality sector’s most hotly anticipated events of the year, the HSMAI Awards Europe have been revealed.
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
JANUARY 22, 2024
LODGING is live from ALIS 2024. Access more of our live coverage here. MIAMI—sbe and Wyndham Hotels & Resorts announced the launch of a new smart lifestyle brand under the working title, Project HQ Hotels & Residences. Project HQ combines the decades of experience of Sam Nazarian with the global scale, resources, and reach of Wyndham. Owned by sbe with strategic investment by sbe equity partner Marc Anthony and his company Magnus, Project HQ will […] The post Wyndham and sbe Launch
Hospitality Net
JANUARY 22, 2024
At the Americas Lodging Investment Summit (ALIS), Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR) announced the company’s record year of global signings with 52 percent more organic rooms signed in 2023 than in 2022, as it continues to expand offerings for owners, franchisees, and guests. The company also announced that it achieved strong net rooms growth of 4.7 percent in 2023.
Lodging
JANUARY 22, 2024
LODGING is live from ALIS 2024. Access more of our live coverage here. LOS ANGELES—The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), the AHLA Foundation, and The BHN Group/Northstar Travel Group announced that Mark Hoplamazian, president and CEO, Hyatt, will be awarded the Arne Sorenson Social Impact Leadership Award. Hoplamazian will be recognized during the AHLA Foundation’s fundraising gala, Night of a Thousand Stars on Sunday, January 21, as well as during the 23rd annual Americas […
Hospitality Net
JANUARY 22, 2024
Andaz Costa Rica Resort at Peninsula Papagayo, a world-class eco-luxury retreat located within the 1,400-acre private resort community of Peninsula Papagayo, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its 25 new 1-2-3-bedroom residential villas. Coupled with a reimagined signature restaurant, Ostra, and a newly-opened beach club, Casa de Playa, the resort has elevated and transformed the guest experience from beginning to end.
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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.
Lodging
JANUARY 22, 2024
LODGING is live from ALIS 2024. Access more of our live coverage here. MCLEAN, Virginia—Hilton ended 2023 with the strongest development quarter in its history, opening more new rooms than during any other quarter. The company opened 132 hotels and approximately 24,000 rooms between October and December 2023, contributing to full-year openings of 395 hotels and approximately 63,000 rooms to achieve net unit growth of 4.9 percent.
Hospitality Net
JANUARY 22, 2024
Handwritten Collection, a midscale collection brand of Accor, celebrates its first anniversary in January 2024, with a burgeoning roster of charming and diverse hotels around the world. The brand first launched in January 2023, with the purpose of bringing together small to mid-size hotels that authentically reflect the character and warmth of the people who love and look after them.
Lodging
JANUARY 22, 2024
NEWTON, Massachusetts—Sonesta International Hotels Corporation announced the execution of 65 new franchise agreements in 2023, spanning 12 of the company’s 17 brands. The new agreements demonstrate the continued expansion of Sonesta’s global franchising presence with the addition of 5,697 new guestrooms. “Sonesta’s success in 2023 was driven by our franchise development strategy and our commitment to continue strengthening our capabilities and fortifying franchisee relationships,” said Keith Pie
Hospitality Net
JANUARY 22, 2024
In the ever-evolving world of hospitality, boutique hotels have carved out a unique niche that prioritizes authenticity, flexibility, and immersive experiences. One podcast episode, in particular, offers a captivating journey into this world. Welcome to The Unfamiliar Shift with Ariela podcast, where we delve deep into the secrets of boutique hospitality with CEO of Lark Hotels, Peter Twachtman.
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