Hospitality Net
AUGUST 1, 2024
A robust sales distribution strategy is indispensable for hotels striving to maximise revenue and drive direct bookings. By leveraging a diverse array of channels, hotels can amplify their visibility, target high-value guests, mitigate the impact of seasonality, and foster direct booking growth.
Skift Blog
JULY 30, 2024
Skift Take: For the sixth year, Skift IDEA Awards will recognize and celebrate excellence in design, creativity, and innovation across travel by spotlighting the brands and businesses that are driving the industry forward. See the 2024 finalists below.
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Anthony Cole Training
AUGUST 1, 2024
To compete in any marketplace, especially the competitive arena of financial services, advisors, producers, lenders, and relationship managers must have a strategy for success. The top 7% of salespeople, the elite producers, certainly follow a sales strategy and can articulate what they do consistently to find and develop client relationships. There are many ways to differentiate and compete but there are 3 key areas to developing a competitive sales strategy.
Lodging
JULY 29, 2024
With the hospitality industry’s ongoing move to facilitate the guest journey through digitization and self-service, it’s natural that hoteliers should consider leveraging biometrics for check in/check out, including payment of the final bill. But the last few years have mainly seen elevated interest in this technology with relatively little adoption, according to Terry Schulenburg, VP, business development, CyberLink.
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!
Hospitality Net
AUGUST 1, 2024
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, announces the return of InterContinental Hotels & Resorts - the world’s first and largest international luxury hotel brand - to the Philippines in a franchise agreement with Hann Philippines Inc., an emerging leader in the local luxury integrated resort (IR) sector with its Hann Resorts brand.
Skift Blog
JULY 28, 2024
Skift Take: In-person sporting events are some of the last great communal gathering spots. We travel en masse to take-in competition, cheer on our teams and experience life. As a result, sports tourism has become an absolute economic juggernaut for the travel industry. In the immortal words of Jerry Maguire - Show Me The Money!
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Lodging
AUGUST 1, 2024
According to the recent Q2 2024 United States Construction Pipeline Trend Report from Lodging Econometrics (LE), at the close of the quarter, the five markets with the largest hotel construction pipelines were led by Dallas with 189 projects, just four projects shy of its record-high at the end of Q4 2023 and a new record-high 22,392 rooms. Atlanta followed with a record-high 159 projects/18,522 rooms, then the Inland Empire with a record-high 124 projects/12,569 rooms, […] The post Lodgin
Hospitality Net
JULY 31, 2024
Grand Hyatt Atlanta in Buckhead announces the completion of its guest room and suite renovation, including the addition of the spacious and luxurious Grand Peach Suite and state-of-the-art Pure Rooms. With a total renovation of 439 guest rooms including 21 suites, this milestone marks a significant step in a multi-phase transformational renovation, redefining the hospitality experience and world-class wellness standards.Grand Hyatt Atlanta in Buckhead is setting a new standard within Atlanta’s v
Skift Blog
AUGUST 1, 2024
Skift Take: Saudi Arabia has published a 245-page report on why it should host the 2034 FIFA World Cup, giving actual deadlines and timelines for projects for the first time.
Hotel Management
JULY 30, 2024
Crystalbrook Collection has broken ground on its AU$120 million luxury hotel development on Adelaide’s Halifax Street, marking a milestone for the company as it prepares to enter one of Australia’s fastest growing cities. The five-star Crystalbrook Sam, which will span 13 levels, will feature 206 guest rooms and suites, state-of-the-art meetings and events space, a grand lobby with communal spaces, and a rooftop Eléme bathhouse and day spa with views of the Adelaide Hills.
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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
Lodging
JULY 31, 2024
The Marriott Hotels brand opened its first all-inclusive property in Cancun, Mexico. The Marriott Cancun, an All-Inclusive Resort, welcomes guests of all ages and generations to explore the local culture and on-property entertainment through an all-exclusive experience. Marriott Hotels’ entry into the all-inclusive market underscores its dedication to meeting the demand for multigenerational travel experiences.
Hospitality Net
JULY 31, 2024
Alexander Hotel, a new boutique hotel in the iconic Torre Virreyes skyscraper, is now open. Positioned in the heart of Mexico City’s financial hub, the hotel combines sleek design, meticulous attention to detail, and a Caviar Bar, the first of its kind in Mexico. The five-star hotel features 26 light-filled suites and luxury amenities, including a spa, restaurant, a complete Technogym, and a premium concierge.
Skift Blog
JULY 29, 2024
Skift Take: Meta AI was useful as a starting point for finding things to do in a new destination — an improvement from its first model but nothing new compared to competitors. Beyond that, a traditional search is far superior for trip planning.
Hotel Management
AUGUST 1, 2024
Karl Marshall joins InterContinental Melbourne The Rialto InterContinental Melbourne The Rialto has welcomed experienced hotelier Karl Marshall as its new General Manager. A New Zealand native with over 20 years of experience in luxury five-star hotels, Marshall’s career journey has taken him from Australia to Tanzania, South Africa, UAE, and Oman. As a result, he has developed unique expertise in strategic and operational hotel leadership, working with diverse and multicultural teams worldwide.
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
JULY 29, 2024
When it comes to design and functionality, few industries highlight the balance between aesthetics and features as clearly as hospitality. For every element in a hotel—décor, service, theming, amenities, and more—hoteliers have keen eyes for detail. But are they overlooking a critical piece in their rooms? What about the TV—the biggest screen in the room?
Hospitality Net
JULY 29, 2024
With my workshops and speaking, I often do an exercise where I challenge each leader to find a minimum of $250 in next month’s forecast. That can be savings in the form of reduced payroll or expenses. It can also be a source of new revenue. The participants come up with some amazing ideas that really work. The great thing about these ideas is that we almost always get to repeat and compound.
Skift Blog
JULY 29, 2024
Skift Take: International visitor spending in India in 2023 was 14% below pre-pandemic levels. UPI One World wallet eliminates the need for international travelers to carry currency, and could boost tourism spending in India.
Hotel Management
JULY 30, 2024
Hotel leaders from across New Zealand, Australia and the South Pacific are urged to secure their tickets soon for the third edition of the Aotearoa Hotel Industry Conference and Exhibition (AHICE), with the early bird discount offer closing on Friday August 9. Register for AHICE Aotearoa now. With just two months to go until the two-day program gets underway on September 25 and 26 at Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre, tickets are selling fast.
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Lodging
AUGUST 2, 2024
In 2023, U.S. hotels saw their operating efficiency decline as operating expenses increased at a pace greater than revenue growth, resulting in a decline in profit margins. With forecasts of moderate revenue gains for the next few years, hotel owners and operators are very focused on controlling costs. Proper use of technology can enhance the productivity of employees, replace rudimentary manual functions, and improve the guest experience.
Hospitality Net
AUGUST 2, 2024
Sandals Resorts International (SRI) today announces its acceleration of plans to expand the family-friendly Beaches Resorts brand with the development of Beaches Exuma, its fourth resort, and the first Beaches in The Bahamas. To make this new resort possible and as part of a coordinated growth plan across the Sandals and Beaches Resorts portfolio, Sandals Emerald Bay will close on August 15, 2024, and undergo a transformation that is anticipated to begin in Fall 2024 before reopening as the new
Skift Blog
JULY 31, 2024
Skift Take: The U.S. Senate moved forward in an effort to force U.S.-based hotels and short-term rentals to adopt a new national standard for price comparison. It has adopted similar language to a comparable bill in the House, so it's possible the bill will become law before the November elections.
Amadeus Hospitality
AUGUST 1, 2024
August 1, 2024 – The Culinary Academy of Las Vegas and Amadeus , together with the Culinary Union are pleased to announce a first-of-its-kind partnership between the Culinary Academy of Las Vegas and Amadeus to support the continued post-pandemic recovery of the hotel industry and to connect hospitality workers with good union jobs and on-the-job training.
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.
Lodging
AUGUST 2, 2024
GERMANTOWN, Tennessee—McNeill Hotel Company announced the opening of the TownePlace Suites by Marriott Memphis Germantown, a new addition to the Thornwood mixed-use development. McNeill Hotel Company President Travis Murray made the announcement. The grand opening celebration is scheduled for early Fall. The five-story, 111-room TownePlace Suites Memphis Germantown’s amenities include a restaurant and rooftop bar which will open soon, a fitness center, an indoor pool, and 6,000 square feet of gr
Hospitality Net
AUGUST 2, 2024
What’s the keystone system that a hotel should build its tech ecosystem around? Up until now, the answer to this question was always the property management system (PMS). Without properly administered rooms inventory, you have nothing. That’s your core, and the rest can be plugged in or swapped out (albeit painstakingly) as integrations to the PMS would allow.
Skift Blog
JULY 28, 2024
Skift Take: Rules for gambling in the UAE include "cooling off periods," betting limits and a connection to a business in the UAE.
Revinate
JULY 30, 2024
Hotel Moment WITH KAREN STEPHENS Episode 90 In this episode of the Hotel Moment podcast, your host of two years, Revinate CMO Karen Stephens, is making her formal introduction to all our listeners. Karen walks through a bit of her journey in the hospitality sector, highlighting the technological innovation [.] The post Meet your host — talking Total RevPAR, NOI, the voice channel, and budget season appeared first on Revinate.
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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.
Lodging
AUGUST 2, 2024
ARLINGTON, Virginia—Knowland announced the launch of a user-friendly navigation infrastructure within its platform. This update gives customers an intuitive way to access features and functionality. The horizontal navigation bar, with clear icons and descriptions, lets users access actionable insights and drive sales performance. The enhancements to the navigation infrastructure represent a step forward in Knowland’s ongoing commitment to provide user experiences.
Hospitality Net
AUGUST 1, 2024
“Come for the sights, stay for the bites.” “Count the memories, not the calories.” Those were two of the snappier soundbites from the stage in Cebu on 26 June. Although both elicited laughs from an audience of 500 tourism officials, travel operators and culinary professionals, the tone of the inaugural UN Tourism Regional Forum on Gastronomy Tourism for Asia Pacific was businesslike.
Skift Blog
JULY 29, 2024
Skift Take: While Vegas heavyweights like Wynn and MGM made headlines for entering the UAE, the reality of the country's gaming industry could be a lot more local, favoring companies already in the country.
Hotel Designs
AUGUST 2, 2024
Hotel Designs VIP arrivals: hottest hotels opening in August 2024 VIP arrivals: hottest hotels opening in August 2024 As we journey across the globe, we take a small detour to discover some of the most anticipated hotel debuts of August… This month’s hotel openings take us from the quiet sophistication in Osaka, to the vibrant and cool in London.
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