Events - Hotel Sales Focus

Understanding event sponsorship as a marketing tool

Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Event sponsorship positions your brand and message in the spotlight of the people that matter. With events teams expecting a 10% increase in attendees this year and 86.4% of organizers planning to maintain or increase their events in 2024, in-person events are thriving.

Events

Events Market Marketing Branding

NSW budget: boost for tourism, events and nightlife

Hotel Management

JUNE 17, 2024

The New South Wales government has vowed to increase support for tourism, nightlife and major events in the state budget, announced on Tuesday, marking a positive outcome for the hotel sector, according to Accommodation Australia NSW General Manager, Stacey McBride. Any investment in events is an investment in the visitor economy.”

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Events Tourism General Manager Accommodation

Ask Skift: Do Sporting Events Boost Tourism?

Skift Blog

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Skift Take: Many destinations believe hosting major sporting events can help increase tourism. We looked into several examples. Rashaad Jorden Read the Complete Story On Skift

Events

Events Tourism Travel

There’s a Boom in Smaller Meetings and Events – Hotels Are Adjusting

Skift Blog

AUGUST 22, 2024

Skift Take: Hotels have been warning of soft demand in general, but when it comes to meetings and events, it's "very, very strong" (to quote Hilton's CEO). One travel management firm told us they've doubled staff to capture the business. — Lex Haris Read the Complete Story On Skift

Events

Events Business Travel Hotels

Cold Calling Tips and Tricks

Advertiser: ZoomInfo

However, there is also strong evidence which points to the contrary - 78% of decision-makers have taken an appointment or attended an event as a result of a cold call. In fact, less than 2% of today’s cold calls actually result in meetings, and 63% of sales professionals say it’s what they dislike most about their jobs. What’s the verdict?

Events

Knowland: Louisville Doubles Year-Over-Year Event Volume Growth

Lodging

AUGUST 22, 2024

ARLINGTON, Virginia—Knowland reported that while Philadelphia led in the top 25 markets, Louisville, Kentucky, doubled year-over-year (YOY) event volume growth, hitting 94.9 This is the fifth month Louisville has ranked in the top five secondary markets this year.

Events

Events Revenue Sales Market

Responsible Meetings & Events by Kempinski: A Sustainable Toolkit for the Global Events Industry

Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Kempinski Hotels has celebrated the latest milestone on its journey to a more sustainable future with the launch of Responsible Meetings & Events by Kempinski, empowering meeting planners and organisers to assess and reduce the environmental impact of events.

Events

Events Hotels

Boosting Revenue During Cultural Events: A New Era for Travel Marketing?

Skift Blog

APRIL 9, 2024

Expedia Group recently unveiled new data highlighting how its advertising tools enhance visibility for travel partners on their sites and can augment partner revenue during popular cultural events. Expedia Group Read the Complete Story On Skift

Events

Events Revenue Travel Market

How Fontainebleau Las Vegas Is Unlocking New Possibilities for Meetings and Events

Skift Blog

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Skift Take: From world-class dining and versatile meeting spaces to high-touch service standards and one-of-a-kind offerings, Fontainebleau Las Vegas offers everything planners need to craft exceptional events. Fontainebleau Las Vegas Read the Complete Story On Skift

Events

Events Dining Services Hospitality

5 Ways to Plan Life Sciences Events For the Tech-Driven Age

Skift Blog

MAY 21, 2024

Skift Take: Life sciences events are more important than ever as face-to-face meetings return in force. Here’s how event planners can keep pace with rapid change in the industry, take advantage of accelerating tech innovation, and support the professionals tackling the top health challenges of the day. —

Events

Events Business Management Market

Powering Ahead: All Indicators Are Strong for Meetings and Events

Lodging

APRIL 30, 2024

In March, Cvent and Northstar Meetings Group surveyed hundreds of event planners to gather insights for hospitality professionals regarding the concerns and needs of their customers. These planners span the […] The post Powering Ahead: All Indicators Are Strong for Meetings and Events appeared first on LODGING Magazine.

Events

Events Hospitality

Marriott Bonvoy Launches ’Connect Responsibly’ Program to Promote Sustainable Meetings and Events

Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 20, 2024

(Marriott) today announced the launch of Connect Responsibly with Marriott Bonvoy Events (Connect Responsibly), a program designed to help meeting planners embed sustainability into their events at participating hotels in the Marriott Bonvoy portfolio.

Events

Events Branding Management Hotels

STS Cloud and Cloudbeds Unveil Powerful Integration to Transform Hotel Group Sales and Event Operations

Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 9, 2024

SalesAndCatering.com and Cloudbeds have announced a two-way integration that will empower hotels, resorts, and conference centers to optimize hotel group sales and event management.

Events

Events Sales Overbooking Operations

Global Business Travel and Events Costs Moderating in 2024, With Continued Modest Increases in 2025

Hospitality Net

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Global business travel and events prices appear to be moderating following the dramatic increases seen in recent years.

Events

Events Business Travel Forecasting

Leading International and Thai Green Advocates Headline Asia’s Leading Sustainability Tourism Event, PHIST 2024

Hospitality Net

AUGUST 2, 2024

PHUKET One of the world’s most inspirational green advocates will headline PHIST this year as Asia’s pioneering sustainability event enters its 8th year.Register here!Unsung

Events

Events Tourism Resorts Operations

Mix of October events drove Melbourne hotel performance

Hospitality Net

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

A number of events, including multiple concerts by Olivia Rodrigo and Coldplay, lifted Melbourne hotel performance in October, according to preliminary data from CoStar. CoStar is a leading provider of online real estate marketplaces, information, and analytics in the property markets.

Events

Events Real Estate Hotels Market

U.S. Open Serves Up Growth for New York Events Industry Increasing Year-over-Year Volume by 30.2 percent in August, Knowland Reports

Hospitality Net

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Knowland, the world’s leading provider of data-as-a-service insights on meetings and events for hospitality, reported that New York ranked second among the top 25 markets, with over 30 percent year-over-year (YoY) meeting volume growth driven primarily by sports tourism for August. Las Vegas ranked first with 36 percent YoY growth.

Events

Events Tourism Revenue Sales

One Week Away From Two Consecutive Skift Events in New York City

Skift Blog

MAY 29, 2024

Skift Take: We are one week out from the inaugural Skift Data + AI Summit (June 4) and the popular Skift Short-Term Rental Summit (June 5) happening back-to-back. Here is what to expect. Nicole Meyer Read the Complete Story On Skift

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Saudi Arabia Plans Dedicated Visa To Boost World Expo Event

Skift Blog

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Skift Take: It's not quite a World Cup, but Saudi has high hopes for its World Expo, taking place the year the Saudi Vision 2030 is complete. Josh Corder Read the Complete Story On Skift

Events

Events Tourism Travel

Top Aviation Leaders on Stage at Skift Events this Fall

Skift Blog

AUGUST 7, 2024

Skift Take: CEOs from American, JetBlue, Southwest, Turkish, and United will join Skift Airline Weekly editors on stage for in-depth discussions on the sector’s future and their takes on what’s next. Nicole Meyer Read the Complete Story On Skift

Events

Future Hospitality Summit – FHS World takes centre stage with action-packed programme, industry-leading speaker line-up and groundbreaking announcements at biggest event yet

Hospitality Net

AUGUST 29, 2024

FHS World today unveiled its stellar line up of speakers, an action-packed agenda and a wealth of new features at its biggest event to date, which will see more than 1,500 hospitality and tourism leaders descend on Dubai’s Madinat Jumeirah, 30 September to 2 October.

Events

Events Hospitality Tourism

Weddings and Sporting Events Fuel Growth in Aviation and Hospitality: India Report

Skift Blog

JANUARY 3, 2024

Skift Take: The aviation and hospitality sector's growth, coupled with workforce expansion, is a sign of India’s recovering economy post-pandemic. Ashvita Singh Read the Complete Story On Skift

Events

Events Hospitality Tourism Travel

NYC Names New Tourism Boss Ahead of City Hosting Major Events

Skift Blog

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Skift Take: Julie Coker is trading San Diego's fish tacos for New York City's dollar slices by becoming NYC's new tourism champion. Coker is taking the reins from Fred Dixon, who bounced to Brand USA. Dawit Habtemariam Read the Complete Story On Skift

Tourism

Tourism Events Branding Market

Our Most Popular Event: Skift Megatrends Is Back for an 11th Year

Skift Blog

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Skift Take: Megatrends, our annual forecast of the top travel industry trends, is back for its another highly-anticipated program. Kick-start 2024 with unmatched thought leadership in New York City, London or Online. Jason Clampet Read the Complete Story On Skift

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Events Forecasting Travel

Why Global Events Like the 2024 Olympics Are Transforming Hospitality

Hospitality Net

AUGUST 6, 2024

As the world tunes in, Paris has transformed into an electric hub of once-in-a-lifetime activity as the 2024 Summer Olympics officially commence.

Events

Events Hospitality

2024 fall trends: Shoulder season savings, leaf peeping, and event-cations

Hospitality Net

AUGUST 30, 2024

As fall quickly approaches and the leaves start to change, Airbnb is revealing travel trends for this upcoming shoulder season, including data showing that fall1 has been the most affordable time to travel on Airbnb.

Events

Events Travel

Cvent Acquires Marketing Tech Company Splash

Lodging

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

TYSONS, Virginia—Cvent announced that it has acquired Splash, an event marketing technology company. Splash’s platform allows marketers to create on-brand, measurable, and repeatable event programs that drive pipeline and sales.

Market

Market Marketing Events Pipeline

Shanghai’s Premier Hospitality and Design Event: Hotel & Shop Plus 2025

Hospitality Net

DECEMBER 19, 2024

HOTEL & SHOP PLUS, a leading trade fair for the hospitality industry, is set to kick off on March 31, 2025, at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre.

Shopping

Shopping Events Real Estate Hospitality

Marriott Launches Connect Responsibly Program for Meeting Planners

Lodging

OCTOBER 22, 2024

announced the launch of Connect Responsibly with Marriott Bonvoy Events (Connect Responsibly), a program designed to help meeting planners embed sustainability into their events at participating hotels in the Marriott Bonvoy portfolio. Marriott International, Inc.

Events

Events Management Hotels Operations

Why Events Are Shaking Up the World of Travel – and What This Means for Hotel Revenue Management

Hospitality Net

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Event-driven travel is undeniably booming, with its influence seen in hotel occupancy and room rates. As Allied Market Research reports, the global events industry is projected to reach US$2 trillion by 2032 nearly doubling its 2019 size of US$1.1

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Events Revenue Management Revenue Market Research

Understanding Seasonal Trends in Groups & Events: How to Maximize Sales, Efficiency, and Experiences

Hospitality Net

AUGUST 27, 2024

Numerous industries exhibit distinct seasonal business trends. For instance, in retail, the Back-to-School period from August to September trails only the Holiday Season from late November to December in terms of sales volume. Black Friday, the Friday following Thanksgiving in the U.S., signals the unofficial start of the Holiday shopping season.

Sales

Sales Retail Events Shopping

Meet, Connect, Inspire: Your Ideal MICE Venue at Amora Hotel Brisbane

Hotel Management

OCTOBER 29, 2024

As Brisbane rises as a leading destination for both MICE and sporting events, the hotel’s renovation comes at the perfect time to capitalise on these thriving sectors. Event planners can fully utilise these tools with the assistance of an onsite event staging manager, elevating both small and large gatherings.

Events

Events Dining Accommodation Hotels

HUNTER Conference Kicks Off With Market Report and Forecast

Lodging

MARCH 19, 2024

Celebrating its 35th milestone year, event attendees number over 2,100 from 950 companies across 48 states, including 100 college students. Event programming and speakers include underrepresented groups within the hospitality industry and new programming aimed at engaging attendees.

Forecasting

Forecasting Market Marketing Events

Seven Ways Hoteliers Can Foster Better Partnerships With Metting Planners

Lodging

APRIL 17, 2024

The meetings and events business continues to draw visitors from around the world to the most desired destinations. As businesses turn to meeting planners to ensure their events are […] The post Seven Ways Hoteliers Can Foster Better Partnerships With Metting Planners appeared first on LODGING Magazine.

Events

Events Revenue Business Hotels

Biz Class Bookings, Viking’s Earnings and Small Meetings Boom

Skift Blog

AUGUST 23, 2024

Skift Take: Today's podcast looks at hotels' new business travel workaround, Viking's strong path to 2025, and industry accommodations for a boom in smaller-scale meetings and events. Rashaad Jorden Read the Complete Story On Skift

Scale

Scale Accommodation Events Business

Women Hoteliers Gather at 2024 HerOwnership Conference by AAHOA

Lodging

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

REDONDO BEACH, California—Women hoteliers from across the nation converged at the 2024 HerOwnership Conference by AAHOA, a two-day event crafted by women for women in the hospitality industry.

Events

Events Hospitality Hotels

One Crucial but Easy Step to Food Waste Reduction at Business Events: Where do I put My Rubbish?

Hospitality Net

AUGUST 20, 2024

I cannot be alone. I am sure we have all looked at those waste receptacles/rubbish bins with questioning eyes and asked ourselves, what goes where? Although you will often be given a list of appropriate items, there is no way to include every possible allowable item.

Events

Events Business

Taylor Swift’s Singapore Concert Sparks Tourism Boom in Southeast Asia

Skift Blog

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Skift Take: For an events-led tourism destination like Singapore, the Taylor Swift concert has been music to the coffers, errr… ears! Peden Doma Bhutia Read the Complete Story On Skift

Tourism

Tourism Events

Paris Tourism Chief: Olympics Is About Marketing, Not Visitor Numbers

Skift Blog

MAY 24, 2024

Skift Take: Corinne Menegaux says the 2024 Paris Olympics will be a global tourism advertisement for the City of Light, rather than driving massive tourism during the event itself. Dawit Habtemariam Read the Complete Story On Skift

Tourism

Tourism Market Marketing Events

Fan-Based Travel: Getting Onboard With the ‘Gig Tripping’ Trend

Lodging

MAY 29, 2024

However, beyond a welcome but brief spike in room rates, what might be more broadly termed event-driven travel has the potential to bring in guests who couple the main event with extra days spent exploring the host city and enjoying the services of hotels that can enhance the experience.

Travel

Travel Events Services Hotels

Five Key Topic Areas We’ll Discuss at Skift Global Forum

Skift Blog

AUGUST 30, 2024

Still deciding on whether to attend the top global travel industry event of the year, Skift Global Forum, on September 17-19 but want to know what all

Events

Events Travel

India Shows Big Gains as U.S. Travel Source – India Report

Skift Blog

JUNE 26, 2024

Gains are further boosted by major sporting events held in the U.S., as Indian sports fans are willing to travel far for events. Skift Take: Driven by an increase in spending power, Indians are traveling to the U.S. in huge numbers. Bulbul Dhawan Read the Complete Story On Skift

Travel

Travel Events Tourism Branding

Las Vegas Hotels to Charge Highest Room Rates in Super Bowl History

Skift Blog

JANUARY 29, 2024

Skift Take: After a controversy around hosting the Formula 1 race, the Super Bowl will be another test for how well Las Vegas handles mass sporting events. Dawit Habtemariam Read the Complete Story On Skift

Events

Events Hotels Tourism

From Coldplay to Bryan Adams: Concerts Driving India’s Travel Plans

Skift Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Skift Take: Demand for international music events among Indian travelers is not only leading to outbound travel, but is also boosting the domestic music tourism industry. Bulbul Dhawan Read the Complete Story On Skift

Travel

Travel Tourism Events

Understanding event sponsorship as a marketing tool

NSW budget: boost for tourism, events and nightlife

Trending Sources

Ask Skift: Do Sporting Events Boost Tourism?

There’s a Boom in Smaller Meetings and Events – Hotels Are Adjusting

Cold Calling Tips and Tricks

Knowland: Louisville Doubles Year-Over-Year Event Volume Growth

Responsible Meetings & Events by Kempinski: A Sustainable Toolkit for the Global Events Industry

Boosting Revenue During Cultural Events: A New Era for Travel Marketing?

How Fontainebleau Las Vegas Is Unlocking New Possibilities for Meetings and Events

5 Ways to Plan Life Sciences Events For the Tech-Driven Age

Powering Ahead: All Indicators Are Strong for Meetings and Events

Marriott Bonvoy Launches ’Connect Responsibly’ Program to Promote Sustainable Meetings and Events

STS Cloud and Cloudbeds Unveil Powerful Integration to Transform Hotel Group Sales and Event Operations

Global Business Travel and Events Costs Moderating in 2024, With Continued Modest Increases in 2025

Leading International and Thai Green Advocates Headline Asia’s Leading Sustainability Tourism Event, PHIST 2024

Mix of October events drove Melbourne hotel performance

U.S. Open Serves Up Growth for New York Events Industry Increasing Year-over-Year Volume by 30.2 percent in August, Knowland Reports

One Week Away From Two Consecutive Skift Events in New York City

Saudi Arabia Plans Dedicated Visa To Boost World Expo Event

Top Aviation Leaders on Stage at Skift Events this Fall

Future Hospitality Summit – FHS World takes centre stage with action-packed programme, industry-leading speaker line-up and groundbreaking announcements at biggest event yet

Weddings and Sporting Events Fuel Growth in Aviation and Hospitality: India Report

NYC Names New Tourism Boss Ahead of City Hosting Major Events

Our Most Popular Event: Skift Megatrends Is Back for an 11th Year

Why Global Events Like the 2024 Olympics Are Transforming Hospitality

2024 fall trends: Shoulder season savings, leaf peeping, and event-cations

Cvent Acquires Marketing Tech Company Splash

Shanghai’s Premier Hospitality and Design Event: Hotel & Shop Plus 2025

Marriott Launches Connect Responsibly Program for Meeting Planners

Why Events Are Shaking Up the World of Travel – and What This Means for Hotel Revenue Management

Understanding Seasonal Trends in Groups & Events: How to Maximize Sales, Efficiency, and Experiences

Meet, Connect, Inspire: Your Ideal MICE Venue at Amora Hotel Brisbane

HUNTER Conference Kicks Off With Market Report and Forecast

Seven Ways Hoteliers Can Foster Better Partnerships With Metting Planners

Biz Class Bookings, Viking’s Earnings and Small Meetings Boom

Women Hoteliers Gather at 2024 HerOwnership Conference by AAHOA

One Crucial but Easy Step to Food Waste Reduction at Business Events: Where do I put My Rubbish?

Taylor Swift’s Singapore Concert Sparks Tourism Boom in Southeast Asia

Paris Tourism Chief: Olympics Is About Marketing, Not Visitor Numbers

Fan-Based Travel: Getting Onboard With the ‘Gig Tripping’ Trend

Five Key Topic Areas We’ll Discuss at Skift Global Forum

India Shows Big Gains as U.S. Travel Source – India Report

Las Vegas Hotels to Charge Highest Room Rates in Super Bowl History

From Coldplay to Bryan Adams: Concerts Driving India’s Travel Plans

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