Skift Blog
AUGUST 21, 2024
Skift Take: We don’t know why the page was removed and Visit Florida won’t say. But it could hurt already strained relations with the LGBTQ community and it doesn’t make sense from a marketing perspective.
Lodging
AUGUST 21, 2024
CHICAGO, Illinois—Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced the planned acquisition of the brands and most of the affiliates of lifestyle company Standard International, the parent company of The Standard and Bunkhouse Hotels brands. This move builds on Hyatt’s organic growth and acquisitions that quintupled the number of lifestyle rooms in Hyatt’s global portfolio between 2017 and 2023.
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Skift Blog
AUGUST 21, 2024
Skift Take: Marriott leads in the competition for the largest membership in a hotel loyalty program, with over 210 members. But its rivals are hot on its heels.
Hospitality Net
AUGUST 21, 2024
IHG Hotels & Resorts is preparing to launch the Hotel Indigo Cabal Akhdar Resort & Spa on Jebel Akhdar in Oman, marking its debut resort in the region. Situated at an altitude of 2,000 meters, the resort offers breathtaking views of the valleys cascading down from the Green Mountain, also known as Jebel Akhdar.
Speaker: Brendan Sweeney, VP of Sales & Devyn Blume, Sr. Account Executive
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Skift Blog
AUGUST 21, 2024
Skift Take: As ultra-low-cost carriers like Spirit and Frontier falter, Sun Country has been able to routinely stand out as one of the most profitable airlines in the U.S.
Hospitality Net
AUGUST 21, 2024
Gustaffo, is excited to announce a strategic partnership with IntiCo Corp, a pioneer in Artificial Intelligence and omnichannel technology. This collaboration aims to transform the way hotels manage reservations, enhancing guest interactions and driving conversion rates through the integration of advanced AI and omnichannel communications.
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Hospitality Net
AUGUST 21, 2024
Banyan Group proudly announces the debut of its flagship Banyan Tree brand in Japan with the grand opening of Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto in the heart of Kyoto’s historic Higashiyama Ward. With 52 luxurious guest rooms, the renowned Banyan Tree Spa, the natural Onsen, and two distinctive dining experiences, the intimate retreat is the only hotel in Kyoto with a Noh stage.
Skift Blog
AUGUST 21, 2024
Skift Take: Today's podcast looks at who's winning the hotel loyalty race, who VRBO is targeting in its latest ads, and how Visit Florida's website change will affect its relationship with the LGBTQ community.
Hospitality Net
AUGUST 21, 2024
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the planned acquisition of the brands and most of the affiliates of pioneering lifestyle company Standard International, parent company of The Standard and Bunkhouse Hotels brands. This move enhances Hyatt’s position as the leader in the industry’s premier lifestyle space, building on both its organic growth and a series of acquisitions that quintupled the number of lifestyle rooms in Hyatt’s global portfolio between 2017 and 2023.
Skift Blog
AUGUST 21, 2024
Skift Take: Timely commissions form a critical foundation for productive partnerships between hotels and travel agencies. Deploying the fastest, most reliable funding methods reduces administrative workloads and banking fees and also improves supplier-vendor relationships.
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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 21, 2024
In the hospitality industry, the objective is to thrive, not merely survive. It’s essential to spot the warning signs of an outdated property management system, make timely adjustments, and know when it’s time to upgrade to a solution that better aligns with your business goals. As Charles Darwin said, “It is not the strongest of the species that survives, nor the most intelligent that survives.
Skift Blog
AUGUST 21, 2024
Skift Take: While Vrbo's new ad campaign to attract hosts doesn't mention its competitor Airbnb by name, Expedia’s smaller short-term rental platform keeps poking at what makes it different from the industry juggernaut.
Hospitality Net
AUGUST 21, 2024
The Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International (HSMAI) is pleased to announce the release of a new eBook, created in collaboration with Milestone Inc. and Dorothy Dowling, former chief marketing officer of Best Western Hotels and special advisor to the HSMAI Foundation. Titled "Top Digital Trends for Hospitality C-Suite to Future Proof Your Digital Footprint," this eBook provides hospitality executives with crucial insights into the latest digital marketing trends that are poised to
Skift Blog
AUGUST 21, 2024
Skift Take: IndiGo got big as a budget airline. But Indians are increasingly willing to spend on luxury and the airline is going where the money is.
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
AUGUST 21, 2024
The Summer Olympic Games drove Paris hotel average daily rate (ADR) to an all-time high, according to data from CoStar. CoStar is a leading provider of online real estate marketplaces, information, and analytics in the property markets.
Hotel Management
AUGUST 21, 2024
Marriott International has opened its first Marriott Hotel in Adelaide, marking its 600th property in the Asia Pacific region, excluding China. The 285-room Adelaide Marriott Hotel is set within the General Post Office (GPO) building – a local landmark that dates back more than 150 years – located on the corner of King William and Franklin Streets in the CBD.
Hospitality Net
AUGUST 21, 2024
There was a time when Lady Di decided to escape the royal life and seek refuge in a legendary resort on the Costa del Sol, where she often spent long summer vacations. Mick Jagger and the Rolling Stones were also frequent guests, and in one of the rooms, Joaquin Sabina was fine-tuning the details of his album "Hôtel Dulce Hotel." Among the many remarkable places, only one could bring together all these celebrities in a magical setting, nestled in the white villages of Mijas.
Lodging
AUGUST 21, 2024
NORTH BETHESDA, Maryland—Choice Hotels International, Inc. announced three new Everhome Suites breaking ground in San Antonio, Texas; Bowling Green, Kentucky; and Wichita, Kansas. All three were developed in collaboration with Highside Companies. These groundbreakings, along with eight others earlier this year, demonstrate extended-stay demand, which is currently double the supply.
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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 21, 2024
When it comes to optimizing your hotel’s sales and catering operations, real-world examples speak volumes about the efficacy of advanced technological solutions. Take it from a Senior Director of Sales at a leading national hotel management and consulting company, who has hands-on experience with the capabilities and advantages offered by SalesAndCatering.com solutions.
Hotel Management
AUGUST 21, 2024
BWH Hotels has introduced its legacy Best Western brand to South Australia with the opening of its third property in the state, Best Western Adelaide Airport. The 31-room hotel, which was signed in June , has been rebranded and reopened in partnership with Across Australia Parks and Resorts Pty Ltd (AAPR). Located directly across from Adelaide Airport, the property is well positioned to capture the business traveller, transit passenger and family markets.
Hospitality Net
AUGUST 21, 2024
This was the main thought I had when looking to attend AH&LA’s Legislative Action Summit in DC (Hyatt Regency at Capitol Hill). It came at a time when I had left the hotel industry, wondering if I had hit my ceiling and didn’t know my path forward. I enjoyed working in hotels but told myself I’d try food and beverage in other avenues, to see if there was something I enjoyed.
Hotel Management
AUGUST 21, 2024
Australian-owned global fund manager Salter Brothers is expanding its services to the Japanese market through a strategic partnership with TC Hotels and Resorts Beppu Corporation (TCH&R-B), a wholly owned subsidiary of Tokyo Century Corporation. The partnership, which will cover both new and existing assets, commences immediately with Salter Brothers assuming asset management of the 89-room luxury ANA InterContinental Beppu Resort and Spa, on the southern Japanese island of Kyushu.
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 21, 2024
The Hospitality Show, the industry’s leading technology and operations event produced by Questex and The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), announced a slate of sustainability programming and initiatives for this year’s event, including the co-location of the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance’s Autumn Summit at The Show, which will be held in San Antonio, Texas, Oct. 28-30, 2024, at the Henry B.
Lodging
AUGUST 21, 2024
COLUMBUS, Ohio—Owner and developer Rockbridge announced the acquisition of the 200-room Hyatt House Chicago West Loop/Fulton Market. The Hyatt House hotel is located near Chicago’s downtown West Loop and Fulton Market, a hub for corporate campuses including McDonald’s global headquarters as well entertainment, restaurants, and nightlife. The hotel is for both business and leisure guests who are visiting the city and seeking to experience the culture and features that define Chicago.
Hospitality Net
AUGUST 21, 2024
AAHOA commends the U.S. General Services Administration’s recent decision to raise the per diem lodging and meal rates for federal employees. This move represents a win for the hotel industry and the 20,000 AAHOA Members who own and operate more than 60% of the nation’s hotels.
Lodging
AUGUST 21, 2024
NEWTON, Massachusetts—Sonesta announced a new incentive program that provides a 2 percent incentive to franchisees who use Sonesta’s procurement program for purchasing needs. This initiative offers financial benefits to owners and underscores Sonesta’s commitment to transparency and franchise relationships. Owners will receive the 2 percent incentive based on their spending with Sonesta-contracted suppliers under both the Avendra program and other Sonesta-negotiated contracts.
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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 21, 2024
Agilysys, Inc. (Nasdaq: AGYS), a leading global provider of hospitality software solutions and services, today announced it has acquired Book4Time, Inc., the global leader in spa management SaaS software, serving more Forbes 5-Star-rated spas than any other solution. As the top enterprise SaaS technology for wellness hospitality organizations, Book4Time manages guest experiences at spas, international hotels, resorts, casinos, golf and private member clubs in more than 100 countries.
Lodging
AUGUST 21, 2024
PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island—TPG Hotels & Resorts announced it has been selected to manage two properties in Augusta, Georgia. The Residence Inn by Marriott Augusta and the SpringHill Suites by Marriott Augusta are both owned by PeachState Hospitality. “Our ongoing partnership with TPG continues to allow us to remain an active investor in the hospitality space through our development platform,” said Ricky Raman, chief operating officer, PeachState Hospitality. “We are extremely
Hospitality Net
AUGUST 21, 2024
ATLANTA, Georgia, United States, August 21, 2024 - Shiji, the global hospitality technology innovator, and FreedomPay, a leading provider of secure commerce technology, have announced a partnership that marks a significant expansion into the Mexican market. This partnership underscores Shiji and FreedomPay’s commitment to improving staff and guest experiences in the hospitality businesses across Latin America, aligning with the industry’s shift towards smoother payments and payment management.
Hotel Business
AUGUST 21, 2024
Grand Rapids, MI-based management company Lodgco Hospitality has appointed Scott Stuart as its new president. He succeeds Ann Kelly , who recently retired. Stuart brings 37 years of experience in hospitality leadership. His most recent role was as SVP, Aimbridge Hospitality. In this role, Stuart was responsible for the oversight of 275 hotels as part of the Aimbridge portfolio of management.
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