Airbnb to Display Total Price by Default in California to Comply With New Law
Skift Blog
JUNE 20, 2024
Skift Take: Varying state laws on price transparency may become confusing for consumers and a more complex issue for short-term rental providers.
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The Craddock Terry Hotel Named One of the Best in Central Virginia by Virginia Living Magazine
Hospitality Net
JUNE 20, 2024
Lynchburg, VA - The Craddock Terry Hotel, an award-winning boutique hotel located in the heart of Lynchburg, is thrilled to announce that Virginia Living Magazine has once again recognized it as one of the Best Hotels in Central Virginia. This prestigious recognition is part of the 12th annual Best of Virginia Readers’ Survey, in which over 50,000 readers participated.
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Travel Tech Startup Lighthouse Buys HQ Revenue in Talent Grab
Skift Blog
JUNE 20, 2024
Skift Take: Lighthouse, the travel startup formerly known as OTA Insight, has bought Berlin-based HQ revenue. The deal marks another step in Lighthouse's strategy of expanding through talent acquisition rather than merely accumulating customer lists.
My plea for action: Why I’m calling for an entirely single use plastic free hospitality industry globally by 1st January 2025
Hospitality Net
JUNE 20, 2024
The hospitality industry could be one of the most beautiful and united working environments on the planet. So why, in 2024, are we seeing such global discrepancy across international tourism efforts to become single use plastic free? Tourists are the single biggest culprit of single-use-plastic waste and it is down to the hotels to motivate each other to take immediate action.
Beyond the Basics: How to Develop and Retain a Top-Performing Sales Team
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.
Q&A: How Hotels Can Increase Total Revenue by Personalizing the Guest Experience
Skift Blog
JUNE 20, 2024
Skift Take: To remain competitive and optimize revenue, hoteliers need to think like retailers and shift their focus from filing rooms to providing unique guest experiences. True hospitality is about more than just providing a place to stay.
Lodging Econometrics Shares Development Updates for Charlotte, North Carolina
Lodging
JUNE 20, 2024
Lodging Econometrics (LE) has released Q1 hotel development data for the Charlotte, North Carolina, market ahead of the Hospitality Industry Technology Exposition and Conference (HITEC). The Q1 2024 LE Market Trend Report for the Charlotte market reported that Charlotte has a total of 67 hotel projects and 7,772 rooms in the construction pipeline, positioning it 15th of the top 25 U.S. markets for the largest hotel construction pipeline by project count.
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Hotel Cerro Joins Autograph Collection Hotels by Marriott Following Complete Renovation
Hospitality Net
JUNE 20, 2024
Marriott’s first Independent Collection hotel in San Luis Obispo is now open and bookable through Marriott and Marriott Bonvoy channels.
Sustaining Traveler Loyalty: How Today’s Brands Can Build Preference Through Customization
Skift Blog
JUNE 20, 2024
Skift Take: Amid fierce competition, loyalty programs have transitioned from a mere perk to a pivotal component of a brand's strategy to foster customer allegiance and encourage repeat business. Customization is key to successfully introducing travel solutions and sustaining loyalty over time.
U.S. Travel Association’s Commission on Seamless and Secure Travel Identifies Five Bold Steps to Boost National Travel Competitiveness and Benefit Visitors
Hospitality Net
JUNE 20, 2024
The United States stands on the cusp of major, long-awaited innovations in travel security and facilitation—developments that will enhance the country’s ability to more aggressively compete for global travelers and reverse a lagging rate of recovery as other nations excel, according to work underway by the Commission on Seamless and Secure Travel and the U.S.
All You Need to Know About Skift Global Forum
Skift Blog
JUNE 20, 2024
Skift Take: A one-stop shop with answers to most of your questions about the best event in travel, Skift Global Forum, and what to expect.
How to Stay Competitive in the Evolving State of Martech
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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
Visit Group and Atomize announce a strategic partnership to revolutionize the travel industry with AI technology
Hospitality Net
JUNE 20, 2024
Visit Group, a leading hospitality and travel tech provider, has partnered strategically with Atomize, a global hotel revenue management software frontrunner. This collaboration aims to create a next-generation and full-service AI-driven technology platform catering to the travel and hospitality sector worldwide.
Ennismore to Add Lifestyle Hotel Brand Our Habitas to Its Portfolio
Skift Blog
JUNE 20, 2024
Skift Take: With Ennismore's backing and Accor's distribution, Our Habitas is poised for some major growth. The brand already has multiple projects in the works, with a focus on Saudi Arabia and Asia.
Announcing the first organization in the world to unite hospitality developers and conservationists
Hospitality Net
JUNE 20, 2024
The hospitality industry reaches a significant milestone today with the official launch of the Nature Resort Development Alliance (NRDA). Founded by the industry for the industry, the NRDA is uniting the global nature-based hospitality sector with it’s landmark launch.
Over 1,000 Die in Hajj Pilgrimage Amid Global Heatwave
Skift Blog
JUNE 20, 2024
Skift Take: As Saudi Arabia battles a fatal heatwave that has claimed over 1,000 lives during the Hajj pilgrimage, the global heat crisis continues to intensify.
Diving into Diversity: Decoding the Foundations of Inclusion in Hospitality Talent Acquisition
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
Exclusive: Seibu Prince Hotels and Resorts gears up for global expansion
Hotel Management
JUNE 20, 2024
Seibu Prince Hotels Worldwide Inc, Japan’s largest hotel chain, is on a mission to bring “omotenashi” – Japanese service from the heart – to the rest of the world under a new global identity. Seibu Prince Hotels and Resorts unifies the group’s three hotel companies – Seibu Prince Hotels Worldwide, StayWell Holdings, and Prince Resorts Hawaii – encompassing a diverse portfolio of 25,000+ rooms across Japan and the globe, and streamlining the guest experience with one global website, integrated re
Travel Venture Capital Hit a Decade Low in 2023: Where the Growth Is Now – Skift Research
Skift Blog
JUNE 20, 2024
Skift Take: Travel venture capital hit a decade low of $2.9 billion in 2023, but early 2024 signals a rebound with increased investments from Asia and the Middle East and a focus on experiences and AI.
Venza Joins Expert Cybersecurity Session At Hitec 2024
Hospitality Net
JUNE 20, 2024
VENZA, the leading provider of data protection and regulatory compliance solutions for the hospitality industry, today announced that CEO Daniel Johnson will join a panel of experts in a cybersecurity educational session at the upcoming Hospitality Industry Technology Exposition and Conference (HITEC), hosted annually by Hospitality Finance and Technology Professionals (HFTP).
Europe Grapples With Extreme Heat
Skift Blog
JUNE 20, 2024
Skift Take: Today's podcast looks at an extremely hot Europe, Euro 2024's appeal to Asian travelers, and JetBlue's baggage shift.
ABM Evolution: How Top Marketers Are Using Account-Based Strategies
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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.
This Week’s Comings & Goings
Lodging
JUNE 20, 2024
Stayntouch announced the appointment of Bill Fanning as its new chief revenue officer. With more than 25 years of enterprise software sales experience, Fanning will lead Stayntouch’s revenue growth through strategic expansion initiatives. Dreamscape Hospitality announced the appointment of Ron Phifer as vice president of business development. In this new role, Phifer will identify new management opportunities for the organization.
Here’s How AI Can Help Fix Business Travel. Eventually
Skift Blog
JUNE 20, 2024
Skift Take: Mastercard found that nine in 10 travel decision-makers plan on investing in AI and machine learning to improve processes and personalize travel for employees.
Knowland Select Launches for Hotels With Limited Meeting Space
Lodging
JUNE 20, 2024
ARLINGTON, Virginia—Knowland introduced Knowland Select, a new product for hotels with limited meeting space. Knowland Select subscribers will receive a list of target accounts for upcoming need periods directly to the seller’s inbox. It provides a low-cost option to help optimize resources, save time, and improve performance while ensuring a flow of qualified local prospects.
Ennismore to Buy Lifestyle Hotel Brand Our Habitas
Skift Blog
JUNE 20, 2024
Skift Take: With Ennismore's backing and Accor's distribution, Our Habitas is poised for some major growth. The brand already has multiple projects in the works, with a focus on Saudi Arabia and Asia.
A Buyer’s Guide to Future-Proofing Your Restaurant Tech Stack
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Drury Plaza Hotel Savannah Pooler Opens
Lodging
JUNE 20, 2024
ST. LOUIS, Missouri—The Drury Plaza Hotel Savannah Pooler, the first Drury Hotel in the Savannah area and the fifth Drury Hotel in Georgia, is now open with 186 guestrooms and suites and over 1,200 square feet of meeting space. This new Georgia destination in the Savannah Pooler area is for business and leisure travelers alike. The Drury Plaza Hotel Savannah Pooler is located off I-95, less than 15 miles from historic downtown Savannah and four […] The post Drury Plaza Hotel Savannah Poole
What the Heck Is Regenerative Tourism, Anyway?
Skift Blog
JUNE 20, 2024
Skift Take: The goal of regenerative tourism is to leave destinations and the environment better off than they would have been without tourism. But is it really new? And how can we know if it's working?
CoStar: May U.S. Hotel Performance Improves From Previous Month
Lodging
JUNE 20, 2024
WASHINGTON—The U.S. hotel industry reported improved performance results from the previous month, according to May 2024 data from CoStar. May 2024 Percentage change from May 2023:Occupancy: 65.7 percent (up 1.5 percent)ADR: $160.40 (up 2.4 percent)RevPAR: $105.46 (up 4.0 percent) Among the Top 25 Markets, New York City experienced the highest levels in each of the three key performance metrics: occupancy (up 5.8 percent to 88.9 percent), ADR (up 6.3 percent to $339.25), and RevPAR (up […]
IDS Next and Ingram Micro India Join Forces to Drive Excellence in the Hospitality Sector
Hospitality Net
JUNE 20, 2024
IDS Next, Asia’s leading hospitality software provider, announces a new partnership with the technology distribution pioneer Ingram Micro India. The collaboration extends across all hospitality verticals served by IDS Next, spanning hotels, restaurants, leisure, and wellness. The collaboration aims to deliver turnkey solutions to the hospitality sector, with IDS Next providing cutting-edge enterprise software solutions and Ingram Micro India complementing it with end-to-end services, including h
ABM Success Recipe: Mastering the Crawl, Walk, Run Approach
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.
Ascott teams up with disability agency to elevate accessible accommodation
Hotel Management
JUNE 20, 2024
The Ascott Limited has formed a long-term partnership with SG Enable, the focal agency for disability and inclusion in Singapore, to raise the standard of accessible accommodation in the hospitality industry. The partnership, which is the first of its scale in Singapore’s hospitality industry, will focus on the delivery of inclusive stay experiences through design and programming across Ascott’s properties in the country and deliver essential resources and disability inclusion training tailored
Safemark Signs Marshall Reseller Agreement to Expand Offerings for the Hospitality Industry
Hospitality Net
JUNE 20, 2024
Safemark, a global leader in guest room safe solutions for the hospitality industry, is thrilled to announce a new exclusive distribution agreement with Marshall, a renowned name in audio technology. This partnership allows Safemark to offer Marshall’s acclaimed Homeline speakers, including the Acton III, Stanmore III, and Woburn III, exclusively to its United States hospitality customers.
Ascott partners with SG Enable to raise the standard of accessible accommodation
Hotel Management
JUNE 20, 2024
The Ascott Limited has formed a long-term partnership with SG Enable, the focal agency for disability and inclusion in Singapore, to raise the standard of accessible accommodation in the hospitality industry. The partnership, which is the first of its scale in Singapore’s hospitality industry, will focus on the delivery of inclusive stay experiences through design and programming across Ascott’s properties in the country and deliver essential resources and disability inclusion training tailored
Cross Hotels & Resorts Lands Major Hotel Deal on Batam Island
Hospitality Net
JUNE 20, 2024
Expanding upon its renowned commitment to offer guests an extensive selection of diverse destinations throughout the Asia-Pacific region, Cross Hotels & Resorts has signed a major hotel management agreement with PT Yetosa Pratama Sukses (Puri Group) for Cross Batam Antapura, a 340-key tropical island paradise. Developed under the ’Luxury by Design’ concept and set amid stunning natural beauty, the resort is scheduled to welcome its first guests in 2027.
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