Skift Blog

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Skift Take: Choice Hotels has managed to turn their awkward duckling Cambria into a swan. The brand's turnaround tells a broader story about sector trends.

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Anthony Cole Training

OCTOBER 4, 2024

In order for salespeople to truly engage, build value, and develop long-lasting relationships, they must compliment their selling approach with sales enablement tools and technology. Listening with the intent to learn, asking questions that are not product-based, and understanding the nuances, trends, and challenges of a company and industry are required in today’s environment.

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Skift Blog

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Skift Take: If stiff regulation doesn't get in the way, it is very likely that short-term rentals will take a chunk of market share from hotels. That's why you'll see more hotels getting into the vacation rental biz.

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Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Paris, 03 October 2024: École Ducasse is proud to announce that it has been awarded both the World’s Best Culinary Training Institution 2024 and Europe’s Best Culinary Training Institution 2024 by the prestigious World Culinary Awards for the second year in a row. These accolades affirm École Ducasse’s position as a global leader in culinary education, cementing its reputation for delivering unmatched excellence in the edible arts.

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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!

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

MCLEAN, Virginia—Although 2024 was dubbed the “Year of the Great Recharge,” where sleep retreats made headlines, mindful drinking rose in popularity and wellness-themed guestrooms took off. As the post-pandemic leisure travel boom normalizes, travelers surveyed in Hilton’s annual Trends Report are looking to pair their desire to relax and recharge with high-impact adventures and experiences to maximize their time and financial investment.

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Hotel Management

OCTOBER 1, 2024

In the heart of Kyoto’s incredible Kiyomizu is the Hotel Seiryu , a property that’s located in a former elementary school that can firmly claim to be one of Japan’s best new hotels. To find out what makes the property so unique, James Wilkinson catches-up with Hotel Seiryu Kyoto General Manager, Takanori Muroi. The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto is brilliant on so many levels, from the location to the design, rooms and food and beverage on offer.

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eHotelier

OCTOBER 2, 2024

If you are tired of dealing with disorganised and scattered guest data and manually managing all guest communication, you are probably looking to implement (or already have implemented) a CRM for your hotel.

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Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 2, 2024

The hospitality industry has changed a lot over the years. Labor shortages, rising guest expectations, and tightening budgets are the new norm. We’ve spent a lot of time thinking about how technology can help solve these challenges. And while technology won’t fix everything, it can go a long way in making operations run smoother and guests happier.

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Lodging

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

ATLANTA—Peachtree Group announced that Brent LeBlanc is now leading its business development efforts across its investment platforms. In his new role as executive vice president, business development, Brent will support Peachtree’s efforts to grow and expand its vertically integrated investment platforms. His responsibilities will include focusing on cross-marketing strategies, fostering business development, and collaborating with the investment teams to capture new opportunities.

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Hotel Management

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Bourke Street Mall development Melbourne Walk, which will be home to IHG Hotels and Resorts’ first dual-branded hotel in Australia, is nearing completion, with a topping out ceremony held recently. The dual-branded development will include the Holiday Inn and Hotel Indigo brands, with 452 rooms spanning levels two to 10. Holiday Inn Melbourne Bourke Street Mall will feature 273 rooms designed to cater to business and leisure travellers, while Hotel Indigo Little Collins will offer 179 rooms, a r

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Skift Blog

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Skift Take: Hospitality companies are adapting to the growing demands of Indian travelers, driven by rising disposable income and greater global exposure. Customizing products to meet these evolving preferences is crucial for survival in an increasingly competitive and discerning market.

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Hotel Speak

OCTOBER 4, 2024

The Independent Hotel Show London (October 15-16, Olympia) is one of the UK’s leading shows for luxury and boutique independent hoteliers. Network with industry leaders, gain valuable insights from expert speakers, and discover innovative new suppliers at this unmissable event. However Olympia is a big ol’ hall and it can be challenging to know where to start.

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Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has today announced that it will manage a luxury beachfront resort with branded residences on Mexico’s Riviera Maya, on the Yucatan Peninsula. The resort is expected to open in 2028 and has been meticulously designed to respect the diversity of the environment and reflect local culture, blending serene architecture and exceptional craftsmanship with Mandarin Oriental’s renowned legendary service.

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Lodging

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Incorporating a theme of ‘Elevate,’ Red Roof hosted its 2024 Brand Conference emphasizing its new prototype, a pair of recent partnerships, and some key personnel additions as initiatives designed to help the 51-year-old company reach new heights. Having recently reached the 700-hotel milestone as a company throughout its four brands, Red Roof President Zack Gharib linked the new prototype for its venerable Red Roof flag with the conference theme during a media Q&A session.

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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

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Hotel Management

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Air New Zealand’s seasonal direct flights to Tasmania’s capital Hobart are taking to the skies again on 27 October. Direct services will operate between Auckland and Hobart on the airline’s A320neo and A321neo aircraft three times a week on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays, marking the return of international services to Tasmania. Air New Zealand General Manager International, Jeremy O’Brien, said the airline is eagerly anticipating seeing the mangōpare return to Tasmania and is looking for

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Hotel Business

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Stayntouch , a cloud hotel property management systems (PMS) and guest-centric technology provider, has entered into a new partnership with Cobblestone Hotels. Stayntouch deployed its PMS across 139 Cobblestone properties in 90 days. “We chose Stayntouch for their outstanding customer support and dedicated team members, who remain consistently available—a quality we truly value,” said Josie Kilgore, brand president, Cobblestone Hotels.

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Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Extended Stay America, the nation’s leading mid-priced extended stay hotel brand, is proud to announce its renewed designation as the Official Hotel Partner of the American Cancer Society. Over the next two years, Extended Stay America will provide a total of 100,000 free and discounted room nights per year to cancer patients and their families, a total value of over $7 million.

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Lodging

OCTOBER 4, 2024

CHICAGO—Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced growth in its select service pipeline, with an around 25 percent increase in the Americas over the past three years. As of June 30, 2024, this segment represents over 50 percent of Hyatt’s total pipeline in the Americas. Complementing growth in lifestyle, luxury, and all-inclusive, Hyatt’s select-service portfolio remains a driver for market expansion and generating awareness and enrollment in World of Hyatt. “Across our select service brands, we

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OCTOBER 3, 2024

Qatar Airways is set to take its partnership with Virgin Australia , with the Doha-based carrier intending to acquire a minority 25% equity stake in the carrier from owners Bain Capital. Subject to Foreign Investment Review Board approval, the equity investment by Qatar Airways Group will unlock new areas of cooperation with Virgin Australia, all of which will help to drive additional consumer and economic benefits, according to the carriers.

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Skift Blog

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Skift Take: Through the codeshare, Delta has decided to closely align itself with Saudi Arabia. Its competitors — American and United — already have agreements with Qatar Airways and Emirates, respectively.

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Hotel Business

OCTOBER 3, 2024

NewcrestImage continues to grow its portfolio of luxury full-service properties with the addition of The Beeman Hotel in Dallas, which features 296 guestrooms and suites over nine floors. “The Beeman is a very high-quality property that offers tremendous upside potential to help drive our ambitious growth goals,” said Mehul Patel, managing partner/CEO, NewcrestImage.

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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. With that in mind, how can you choose the right event to sponsor to generate the best possible return on investment?

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OCTOBER 1, 2024

COLUMBUS, Ohio—Red Roof shared a blueprint for continued growth at its brand conference for more than 1,000 franchisees, team members, and partners. Red Roof President Zack Gharib laid out a concrete path forward to elevate the brand. In his address to the Red Roof franchise community, Gharib told conference attendees, “We are an iconic American brand, and we are living the American dream.

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Hotel Management

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Independent management company, Trilogy Hotels is calling for greater investment in Western Sydney to support the influx of visitors expected to the region on completion of the Western Sydney International Airport in 2026. Despite being the third largest economy in Australia behind the Sydney CBD and Melbourne, Western Sydney fails to compete on its number of hotels, with only 8,764 hotel rooms across 113 properties, compared to over 26,000 rooms in Sydney’s city centre and 5,000 rooms at Sydney

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Skift Blog

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Skift Take: MGM Resorts is thinking more broadly: It is leveraging entertainment and sports while also developing resorts outside of Las Vegas.

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Hotel Business

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Peachtree Group has broken ground on a 19-story, dual-branded AC Hotel and Moxy Hotel development in Uptown Dallas. The development will bring 264 upscale rooms to the McKinney Avenue corridor. The property is expected to open in summer 2026. “Most hotels in Uptown cater to the upper-upscale and luxury segments, leaving the submarket lacking in upscale hotel options to meet the needs of a substantial portion of Uptown’s demand,” said Greg Friedman, managing principal/CEO, Peachtree.

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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.

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Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) has today announced the signing of two hotels under Hilton’s new premium economy conversion brand, Spark by Hilton, as part of a wider agreement with Verkehrsbuero Hospitality. Spark by Hilton Vienna Donaustadt and Spark by Hilton Vienna Messe Prater will both open later this year.

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Lodging

OCTOBER 4, 2024

NORTH BETHESDA, Maryland—Choice Hotels International, Inc. announced the relaunch of Radisson Individuals in the Americas region as an upper-upscale soft brand focused on full-service, boutique, and independent hotels that stand apart for their local character and guest service. This latest investment in the Radisson Hotels Americas brands since their acquisition in 2022 builds on Choice’s position in the soft brand segment and grows its portfolio with an offering that serves travelers who

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Hotel Management

OCTOBER 4, 2024

MGallery hotels in Australia and across the globe are embracing Pink October in support of Breast Cancer Awareness month. On Thursday The William Inglis Hotel MGallery – a luxury hotel with a rich equestrian heritage at Warwick Farm in NSW – hosted its annual Pink October charity event in support of the McGrath Foundation and will continue to raise money for The McGrath Foundation throughout October.

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Skift Blog

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Skift Take: Twelve’s massive total fundraise of $645 million shows that the company is positioning itself for a future where alternative jet fuels aren’t just trendy, but essential. Skift has now reported 16 travel startups that have raised over $100 million so far this year.

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