Skift Blog
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Skift Take: Oyo, based in India, has tried for years to gain traction in the U.S., but it has claimed that competitors have played hardball. It's now betting that buying a network is its best way to gain scale fast.
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
It is with profound sadness that the Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) Americas, HSMAI Foundation and HSMAI Global, announce that President and CEO, Bob Gilbert passed away on September 19, 2024). In July 2024, the organization announced that Gilbert had accelerated his retirement plan as a result of a serious health issue following 30 years of executive leadership for HSMAI.
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Skift Blog
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Skift Take: If Sabre sells its hospitality unit this time around, it can use some of the proceeds to pay off debt, and then refocus on its core airline and travel agency business.
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott International, announces that reservations are now available for the highly anticipated The St. Regis Cap Cana Resort, a beachfront oasis opening its doors to guests in Spring 2025. Meticulously designed by Chapi Chapo Design, Cap Cana marks the first and only St. Regis in the Dominican Republic, setting the tone for the brand’s expanding resort portfolio, known for redefining the best addresses around the world.
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!
Lodging
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Over the last several years, new brands have been rolled out at a dizzying pace by the major franchise companies, all of whom are searching for any white space they can find to grow distribution and consumer loyalty. While not all the brands introduced have gained significant development momentum, a handful have done well out of the gates, so to speak.
Skift Blog
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Skift Take: The idea of starting with the community rather than tourist demand is an unusual strategy and will be tough to repeat elsewhere. But there's a lot of potential.
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Skift Blog
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Skift Take: Executives speaking at this year's Skift Global Forum offered no shortage of opinions about the current state and future of the travel industry, and here are some of the most noteworthy comments.
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming industries at an unprecedented pace, and the hospitality sector is no exception.
Lodging
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
WASHINGTON—The U.S. hotel industry reported mostly negative year-over-year comparisons, according to CoStar’s latest data through Sept. 14, 2024. U.S. Hotel PerformanceSeptember 8-14 2024 Percentage change from comparable week in 2023:Occupancy: 66.6 percent (down 1.7 percent)ADR: $162.05 (up 0.2 percent)RevPAR: $107.86 (down 1.4 percent) Among the Top 25 Markets, San Diego saw the highest year-over-year increase in occupancy (up 10.5 percent to 79.9 percent).
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
The St. Regis New York celebrates its 120th year this fall with the debut of an extensive redesign and renovation, marking a new chapter of glamour and sophistication. With revamped public spaces including the lobby, King Cole Bar, and two new dining locations, The St. Regis New York unveils a striking new era at Manhattan’s best address. The renovation reflects the hotel’s enduring legacy reborn for today’s global traveler with a modern aesthetic led by renowned design firm Champalimaud Design.
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
Lodging
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
WASHINGTON—American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) Interim President and CEO Kevin Carey released the following statement after the introduction of the Halting of Trafficking and Exploitation in Lodging Act, or the HOTEL Act, which encourages federal workers traveling for business to stay at hotels with anti-human trafficking programs. “The HOTEL Act recognizes the crucial role hotels play in the fight against human trafficking, and we are proud to support this important legislation,” sa
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Crescent Hotels & Resorts announced it will manage Hotel Indigo Austin Downtown – University and Holiday Inn Express Austin Downtown University in the heart of Austin’s vibrant Red River Cultural District. These additions enhance Crescent’s diverse portfolio with properties that capture the essence of Austin’s eclectic culture.
Lodging
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
LOS ANGELES, California—JLL’s Hotels & Hospitality Group announced that it secured $153 million in senior financing for five full-service hotel properties, consisting of 1,140 keys located in California, Arizona, Colorado, and Georgia. JLL worked on behalf of the borrower, to secure the three-year, floating-rate loan through a debt fund. The portfolio consists of the Embassy Suites San Rafael Marin County in San Rafael, California; Embassy Suites Phoenix Downtown North in Phoenix, Arizona; E
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
ibis, the world’s best known economy hotel brand, has launched its new global brand campaign, Go get it, placing people, guests and brands at the heart of the brand’s story.
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.
Skift Blog
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Skift Take: Today's podcast looks at Expedia's new focus, Jetblue's frustrations, and a sphere for Dubai.
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
The 2024 Paris Olympics posed unique challenges and opportunities for the hospitality sector. During a recent webinar moderated by André Baljeu from techtalk.travel, Lighthouse Director of Hospitality Research Blake Reiter and Shiji ReviewPro Product Specialist Bruno Saragat dissected the performance of the Parisian hospitality market. The discussion centred around dynamic pricing, the influence of short-term rentals, and guest satisfaction throughout the event.
Hotel Designs
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Hotel Designs Access Avenue launches campaign to ensure accessibility in the hospitality sector Access Avenue launches campaign to ensure accessibility in the hospitality sector Accommodation For All is the new campaign launched by Shelley Cowan, the disability advocate looking to make big changes to the hospitality industry… Shelley Cowan, who was confined to bed, tube fed and experienced limb paralysis for 12 years, is campaigning for the rights of tourists with disabilities in Northern
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Global business travel and events prices appear to be moderating following the dramatic increases seen in recent years. The 2025 Global Business Travel Forecast, published today by CWT, the business travel and meetings specialist, and the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), the world’s largest business travel trade organization, reveals that while costs will continue to rise, the pace of these increases will be notably slower through 2024 and into 2025.
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.
Hotel Designs
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Hotel Designs Sneak Peek: The Innovation Stage at the Independent Hotel Show Sneak Peek: The Innovation Stage at the Independent Hotel Show Designed by Design Command, Hotel Designs can exclusively reveal the inspiration for the Innovation Stage, sponsored by Guestline and Mews, at the Independent Hotel Show 2024… Designed by Design Command for the second year running, the 2024 design for the Innovation Stage will incorporate harmonious fusions of Eastern and Western cultures and has bee
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
The U.S. hotel industry reported mostly negative year-over-year comparisons, according to CoStar’s latest data through 14 September. CoStar is a leading provider of online real estate marketplaces, information and analytics in the property markets.
Hotel Business
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Bob Gilbert, the longtime president/CEO of the Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) Americas, HSMAI Foundation and HSMAI Global , has died. In July 2024, the organization announced that Gilbert had accelerated his retirement plan due to a serious health issue following 30 years of executive leadership for HSMAI. In his final HSMAI Perspective, Gilbert shared, “I am filled with gratitude for the incredible journey and the profound relationships I have built with so ma
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
The U.S. hotel industry reported lower performance results from the previous month but positive comparisons year over year, according to August 2024 data from CoStar. CoStar is a leading provider of online real estate marketplaces, information, and analytics in the property markets.
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
Hotelier Magazine
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
By Suzanne Chin-Loy Hotel guestroom entertainment systems have experienced a remarkable evolution driven by rapid technological advancements and shifting consumer expectations. As travellers increasingly seek a home-away-from-home experience, hoteliers are partnering with hotel Internet Service Providers (ISPs) to implement cutting-edge technologies that meet these demands.
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
The hospitality industry prides itself on creating welcoming environments for people of all backgrounds. However, what about guests with neurodiverse needs? As awareness grows about the prevalence of neurodiversity—with studies suggesting 15-20% of the global population falls under this umbrella—the industry has a unique challenge in creating inclusive experiences for this significant yet underserved market.
gcommerce
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
By the afternoon of Day 2, Inbound becomes an exercise in mental stamina. So. Much. Marketing. Whereas the first day was full of big concepts and big ideas, day two seemed more about getting down to business. The first session of the day had some prep work on the screen when we walked in: Hopped up on coffee and adrenaline, we followed along as the speaker used generative AI to map a data-driven customer journey.
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Sabre Hospitality, a division of Sabre Corporation, a global leader in software and technology powering the travel industry, today announced a new partnership with Sensible Weather Technologies, LLC (Sensible Weather), the leader in Weather Guarantee services. This collaboration will allow guests booking through Sabre Hospitality’s SynXis Booking Engine to benefit from weather protection for their stays.Under this agreement, Sensible’s Weather Guarantee will be seamlessly integrated into the Syn
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.
Hotelier Magazine
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
By Nicole Di Tomasso For discerning travellers, room service is no longer just about convenience; it’s about experiencing high-quality cuisine in the comfort of their own space. “Guest profile is certainly the biggest influencer to determine whether guests may enjoy in room dining,” says Kristi Grotsch, director of Food and Beverage, Four Seasons Hotel Toronto.
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
196+ forum Munich and Hospitality Pioneers, in cooperation with GIRA, will be presenting the 7th edition of the “Hospitality UPGRADE Award” to start-ups which apply fresh ideas to ensure innovation in the hospitality sector. From planning the hotel property through to the individual guest experience, the focus is on forward-looking solutions which are significant to the entire value chain.
Hotel News Resource
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Located in Cotonou, Benin's economic capital and one of the most dynamic hubs in West Africa, Sofitel Cotonou Marina Hotel & Spa is strategically positioned near key landmarks, including the highly visited Esplanade of the Amazons and the Route des Pêches.
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott International, announces that reservations are now available for the highly anticipated The St. Regis Cap Cana Resort, a beachfront oasis opening its doors to guests in Spring 2025. Meticulously designed by Chapi Chapo Design, Cap Cana marks the first and only St. Regis in the Dominican Republic, setting the tone for the brand’s expanding resort portfolio, known for redefining the best addresses around the world.
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