Hospitality Net
DECEMBER 3, 2024
This strategy positions hotels as pioneers in creating new market spaces where AI and human synergy redefine hospitality, surpassing competition, and focusing on value innovation. It addresses challenges with a systematic and people-first digital transformation process that encompasses AI readiness, AI implementation, and AI in day-to-day operations.
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 2, 2024
Skift Take: December 1 became the busiest day ever in TSA history as the agency processed 3.09 million travelers, capping off one of the busiest Thanksgiving travel periods on record.
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Hotel Management
DECEMBER 3, 2024
AI is transforming hotels through personalisation, automation, and predictive analytics, enhancing guest experiences and operational efficiency while addressing ethical challenges for a competitive, tech-driven future. Artificial intelligence (AI) is set to revolutionise guest experiences and operational efficiencies in the hotel sector, marking a significant shift in how hotels interact with customers and manage services.
Lodging
DECEMBER 1, 2024
Hotel properties have a continuous flow of guests, which necessitates safeguarding everyone on the premises with comprehensive security measures. Trying to balance a warm and welcoming environment with security that is non-disruptive to guests is challenging to hotel security teams with the ebb and flow of people and activities occurring every day at all hours.
Speaker: Brendan Sweeney, VP of Sales & Devyn Blume, Sr. Account Executive
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eHotelier
DECEMBER 2, 2024
When you first walk into a hotel lobby do you get a sense of the hotel? A sense of positive or negative vibes. I have seen both lately and I firmly believe it starts with the Hotel General Manager – not rocket science.
Hospitality Net
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Black Friday has become a game-changer in the hospitality industry, a moment that redefines booking trends and drives unprecedented opportunities for hoteliers. As one of the most anticipated shopping events of the year, its impact on the travel sector continues to grow, reshaping how hotels approach their direct channel strategies. Following the close of the 2024 Black Friday season, The Hotels Network (THN) has conducted an in-depth analysis to uncover how this pivotal period influenced direct
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Hotel Management
DECEMBER 1, 2024
TFE Hotels is bolstering its presence on the ground in New Zealand with the establishment of a Country Office in Auckland, led by Warwick Kahl as Director of Operations NZ. The New Zealand Country Office will support TFE Hotels’ multi-property management deal with New Zealand’s leading accommodation provider, Heritage Hotels, announced at AHICE Aotearoa in October.
Lodging
DECEMBER 2, 2024
AMMAN, Jordan—Hilton announced the signing of an agreement for a 272-key Signia by Hilton in Amman, Jordan. The signing marks the international debut of the brand and the first Signia property to be agreed outside the United States. Situated in downtown Amman, Jornda, the hotel will open in January 2025 and offer a convention center and meeting spaces, design, and cuisine.
eHotelier
DECEMBER 3, 2024
In the wild world of welltech that we’re now entering, robo technologies are not here to supplant traditional spa teams or services, but to help hotels maximize the use of their spaces and find new customers.
Hospitality Net
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Marriott International, Inc. announced it has signed an agreement with Knowledge Economic City (KEC) to open three hotels within the Holy City of Madinah in Saudi Arabia. The anticipated openings will be part of the KEC master-development and feature over 1,200 rooms across three of the company’s brands – Courtyard by Marriott, Four Points by Sheraton and Residence Inn by Marriott.
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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
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 2, 2024
Skift Take: This big budget safety video from Qatar Airways is likely to reignite a long-running industry debate: What is the right balance between passenger engagement and clarity of messaging?
Hotel Management
DECEMBER 2, 2024
Pro-invest Group is creating more employment opportunities for people with disability under a partnership with Max Employment. Pro-invest’s Deputy Chair and CEO APAC Jan Smits, said the group will lean on the expertise of Max Employment – one of the largest providers of employment services in Australia – to identify suitable candidates for roles across its hotel network.
Lodging
DECEMBER 4, 2024
NEW YORK—The Four Seasons Hotel New York reopened its doors in November, marking a return following several years of closure. With its return, the hotel has released reimagined menu concepts for The Garden Restaurant and TY Bar, which flank the property’s Art Deco lobby. Both venues are open for reservations under the leadership of Executive Chef Maria Tampakis, Executive Pastry Chef Jonathan Pereira, and Director of Food and Beverage Iwona Luksza.
eHotelier
DECEMBER 1, 2024
By leveraging the storytelling potential of digital platforms, hotel restaurants can create immersive and memorable dining experiences that leave a lasting impression on their patrons, fostering loyalty and setting themselves apart in a competitive hospitality landscape.
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
Hospitality Net
DECEMBER 2, 2024
The Motley Hotel Richmond brings a unique blend of history, art, and modern sophistication.
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 6, 2024
Skift Take: IHG is revamping its luxury suites and rolling out new training to help cater to a rising trend in multi-generational travel. Who knew family values could be such good business?
Hotel Management
DECEMBER 3, 2024
New Zealand hotelier Chris Dickinson has introduced a new luxury accommodation brand to the market with four Auckland properties slated to launch within the first half of 2025. Luminous Living, which will offer premium property management services for owners, aims to disrupt the high-end lifestyle hotels category by raising the bar with “elevated guest experiences, seamless service, designer amenities, and an all-inclusive offering”.
Lodging
DECEMBER 3, 2024
Marriott International, Inc. announced global expansion from the International Luxury Travel Market (ILTM) in Cannes. The Luxury Group’s new brand extensions, tented camps, remote lodges, and experiences are poised for growth. Spanning brands like The Ritz-Carlton, St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, W Hotels, The Luxury Collection, EDITION, JW Marriott, and Bvlgari Hotels & Resorts, the portfolio includes a new vision of experiential travel.
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Anthony Cole Training
DECEMBER 5, 2024
In the old days of selling, closing was about what happens at the end of a client or prospect meeting did we get them to sign something, give us the green light, or seal the deal? The activity was about applying pressure on the buyer to make a decision NOW. Lets pause and think about how we, as buyers, feel when a person is pressuring us to make a buying decision now.
Hospitality Net
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Meliá Hotels & Resorts is proud to announce the opening of Meliá Casa Maya - Cancún, an exceptional new all-inclusive resort, set to welcome its first guests on December 16, 2024. Located on one of the Caribbean’s most iconic beaches, this all-inclusive resort promises an unforgettable getaway where every detail is designed to provide relaxation, luxury, and worry-free all-inclusive experience.
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Skift Take: The reduction in losses is expected despite increase in costs related to fuel and grounded fleet, as domestic air passenger traffic surges.
Hotel Management
DECEMBER 3, 2024
Adina Town Hall Sydney is set to unveil a multi-million-dollar “top-to-tail transformation” by designers Bates Smart with its reopening scheduled for February 2025. The 27-storey Toga-owned property is the latest in a new generation of Adina-branded hotels to launch globally. “This major scale project represents a huge repositioning of the asset, and ultimately supports our contemporary vision for the Adina brand,” said TFE Hotels Group Chief Operating Officer, Chris Sedgwick.
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Lodging
DECEMBER 2, 2024
WASHINGTON—Due to the Thanksgiving calendar shift, the U.S. hotel industry reported higher year-over-year performance comparisons, according to CoStar’s latest data through Nov. 23, 2024. U.S. Hotel Performance November 17-23, 2024 Percentage change from comparable week in 2023 Occupancy 59.7 percent (up 20.7 percent) ADR $150.49 (up 8.6 percent) RevPAR $89.80 (up 31.1 percent) Among the Top 25 Markets, Seattle reported the largest year-over-year occupancy increase (up 62.9 percent to 76.7
Hotel Designs
DECEMBER 2, 2024
Hotel Designs Zel arrives in the Domincan Republic Zel arrives in the Domincan Republic Following the brand’s successful launches in Mallorca and Costa Brava, Zel Punta Cana is getting ready to throw open its doors as the first lifestyle all-inclusive hotel in the Caribbean… Zel Punta Cana, the third property from Zel – a lifestyle brand by Meliá Hotels International and tennis legend Rafael Nadal – will open its doors December 2024.
Hospitality Net
DECEMBER 2, 2024
Marriott International, Inc., announced today that it has signed an agreement with Danube Riverside d.o.o. Beograd to introduce The Ritz-Carlton brand in Serbia. Anticipated to welcome guests in 2027, The Ritz-Carlton, Belgrade will bring the brand’s legendary service and elegant design to the Capital city.
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Skift Take: In a hearing that became heated, senators expressed frustration that executives wouldn’t reveal what determines the ancillary fees.
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.
Hotel Management
DECEMBER 3, 2024
The Tapestry Collection by Hilton brand has marked its Australian debut with The Motley Hotel Richmond joining an international portfolio of over 139 distinctive hotels across 16 countries and territories this week. The 80-room Richmond hotel, which opened 18 months ago, aligns with the brand’s focus on distinctive and locally inspired design, décor and artwork.
Lodging
DECEMBER 6, 2024
WASHINGTONDue to the Thanksgiving calendar shift, the U.S. hotel industry reported lower year-over-year performance comparisons, according to CoStars latest data through November 30, 2024. U.S. Hotel Performance November 24-30, 2024 Percentage change from comparable week in 2023 Occupancy: 50.0 percent (down 7.7 percent) ADR: $141.09 (down 3.0 percent) RevPAR: $70.59 (down 10.5 percent) Among the Top 25 Markets, Tampa reported the largest year-over-year increases in occupancy (up 13.2 percent to
eHotelier
DECEMBER 1, 2024
Every destination holds a story, a unique narrative woven through regions, cities, monuments, and architecture, each reflecting the unique character of its place.
Hospitality Net
DECEMBER 2, 2024
voco Kuching marks first IHG presence in Sarawak.
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