Skift Blog
MAY 23, 2025
Skift Take: After reports that domestic demand and consumer confidence was on the decline, airlines are gearing up for what might be one of their busiest summers yet.
Lodging
MAY 27, 2025
Premiums in many lines of hotel industry insurance have been spiking in recent years, creating pressure on owners and management companies to ramp up their cost-control and risk management initiatives as well as maintain strong broker partnerships. LODGING spoke with a group of management company leaders on their assessment of the current market conditions and approach to obtaining affordable coverage for their various insurance needs.
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Lodging
MAY 22, 2025
AMSTERDAMTravel remains a constant on people’s minds, and as the seasons shift toward summer, enthusiasm for exploration endureseven amidst macroeconomic uncertainties.New data from Booking.com shows that this summer is shaping up to be a season of big travel plans, longer trips, and meaningful escapes. Optimism is high: 77 percent of global leisure travelers feel excited about exploring the world in the months ahead, and nearly half (48 percent) expect to spend more on travel than […
Hotel Management
MAY 21, 2025
Global hospitality brand Hilton is celebrating a successful 50 years in business in Australasia, marking the occasion with a grand function at the brands longest standing hotel in the region, Hilton Sydney, revealing a AU$40 million makeover. Hiltons journey in Australasia dates back to 1975 with the opening of this landmark hotel, which set the standard for international hospitality in the region.
Speaker: Jady West, VP of Hospitality & Chris Bennett, Head of Sales & Engineering
The modern hotel room is no longer just a place to stay—it’s an experience to remember. Today’s guests expect seamless 5G connectivity, personalized comfort, and high-tech convenience. From AI-powered smart room controls to in-room entertainment and app-based services, technology is redefining hospitality from the inside out. In this new session featuring industry pros Jady West and Chris Bennett, we’ll explore how high-speed, high-bandwidth connectivity powers the innovations that are enabling
STAAH
MAY 25, 2025
From rate updates to reviews, STAAH gave Sentrim Hotels & Lodges the tools to work smarter, not harder. From the vast plains of the Maasai Mara to the shimmering shores of Lake Elementaita, Sentrim Hotels & Lodges is a proudly Kenyan hospitality brand with a diverse collection of properties in some of the country’s most iconic locations.Whether it’s a lodge nestled in one of Kenya’s great National Parks or a Hotel in the Historic City of Mombasa, each Sentrim property d
eHotelier
MAY 26, 2025
As hotel owners and commercial leaders, we can no longer afford to treat business planning as a compliance exercise, or a dusty document filed away after budget season. A strategic business plan is your profit blueprintand when done right, it becomes your most valuable commercial asset.
Hotel Sales Focus brings together the best content for hotel sales and marketing professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Hotel Management
MAY 26, 2025
Private equity firm KSL Capital Partners has taken a majority interest in sustainable luxury hospitality business, Soneva Group. The move builds on KSLs initial minority investment in the company in November 2019. Founded in 1995, Soneva operates award-winning resorts in the Maldives, including Soneva Fushi, Soneva Jani, Soneva Secret and the Soneva in Aqua yacht.
Demand Calendar
MAY 21, 2025
The truth is, our guests don't experience our hotels in departmental slices. They experience a continuous journey, a narrative that begins long before they step foot in the lobby and extends well after they've checked out. It's time we tore down the internal walls and rebuilt our operations around this fundamental truth.
Amadeus Hospitality
MAY 22, 2025
May 22, 2025: AMT (By FANGCANG Group), the corporate hotel management and advertising platform, will support hotels to directly advertise to targeted corporate customers and travel management companies. Several international and domestic hotel brands in mainland China have been reporting lower occupancy and average daily rates (ADRs) in 2024. To address this challenge, AMT is designing a new in-house solution which empowers hotels to advertise directly to targeted corporate customers and will co
Skift Blog
MAY 21, 2025
Skift Take: U.S. stock markets are definitely not cooperating with Navan's long-held plans to IPO.
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Lodging
MAY 27, 2025
In hospitality, procurement isnt just about placing ordersits about keeping the lights on, the kitchen running, and the guest experience flawless. Yet too often, this critical operation runs in the shadows, weighed down by poor visibility. Teams juggle spreadsheets, email threads, and disconnected systems, constantly reacting to problems instead of steering ahead with confidence.
Hotel Management
MAY 26, 2025
Choice Hotels International has secured a long-term distribution and master franchise agreement with a key player in Chinas hospitality scene, SSAW Hotels and Resorts, which sets the foundation for a major expansion in China. Headquartered in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, SSAW Hotels and Resorts is recognised as a leader in the upscale business hotel and resort segment in China, and a pioneer in sophisticated boutique hotel and lifestyle hotel sector.
Hotel News Resource
MAY 23, 2025
The primary focus during Google's I/O developer conference was the shift towards an artificial intelligence (AI)&enabled future, particularly in the travel industry. The rise of the Gemini app, with over 400 million users and 7 million developers, was mentioned, as well as the potential impact of AI on search engines and how people find and book travel.
Hotel Speak
MAY 23, 2025
Breaking into the Indian hospitality tech market isnt easy. Its vast, fragmented, and fiercely competitive. But for those who understand the landscape, the rewards can be significant. Selling tech solutions in India takes more than a good product. It takes patience, local knowledge and above all presence. India is home to roughly 2.5 million available rooms across an incredibly diverse hospitality spectrum, from budget stays to luxury resorts.
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!
Skift Blog
MAY 27, 2025
Skift Take: We break down each of Marriotts more than 30 hotel brands, highlighting key differentiators and market positioning.
Lodging
MAY 23, 2025
In recent months, economic uncertainty has impacted various businesses, including the hospitality industry. With tariffs specifically raising concerns, fears of a potential recession continue to swirl. However, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts had a record first quarter in which its global openings increased 13 percent year-over-year, and the company awarded 181 development contracts globally.
Hotel Management
MAY 27, 2025
Todays travellers expect seamless, personalised service – and the Single Guest Itinerary (SGI) delivers. Guests get full control and visibility of their bookings, managing everything in one place. Powered by a modern Property Management System (PMS), it gives hotels a real-time view of each guests stay, enabling smooth bookings, tailored offers, greater efficiency, and stronger loyalty.
Hotel News Resource
MAY 22, 2025
Nehmer and HVS Design have released the 2025 Hotel Cost Estimating Guide, a detailed list of construction and FF&E expenses for hotel renovations. & Various firms, including Benjamin West, Ironstar Construction Inc., POK Construction, Reliance Construction Company, and Zerr Enterprises, have contributed unit cost data to the guide.
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
Hotel Designs
MAY 23, 2025
Hotel Designs Hotel de Mar Gran Meli taking Rivas signature Italian glamour to Mallorca Hotel de Mar Gran Meli taking Rivas signature Italian glamour to Mallorca Hotel de Mar, Gran Meli in Mallorca has unveiled an exciting new partnership with Riva Yachts a collaboration combining the sophistication of Rivas signature style with the hotels Mediterranean elegance… This partnership between luxury brand heavyweights Gran Meli and Riva, marks the inauguration of the new Riva Lounge , nestle
Skift Blog
MAY 21, 2025
Skift Take: Google's smart glasses will be a direct competitor to the Ray-Ban Meta glasses, both attempts at building hardware especially for the latest AI.
Lodging
MAY 23, 2025
ARLINGTON, VirginiaThe U.S. hotel industry reported mixed year-over-year comparisons, according toCoStars latest data through May 17. U.S. Hotel PerformanceMay 11 – May 17, 2025Percentage change from comparable week in 2024Occupancy: 67.2 percent (down 0.4 percent)ADR: $166.31 (up 1.3 percent)RevPAR: $111.80 (up 0.9 percent) Among the Top 25 Markets, Detroit saw the highest gains in each of the three key performance metricsoccupancy: 70.4 percent (up 11.4 percent), ADR: $142.83 (up 13.2 pe
Hotel Management
MAY 26, 2025
InterContinental Sydney Coogee Beach will be home to a flagship restaurant by celebrated British chef Rick Stein and his wife, Australian publicist, Sarah Stein. Set to open in November 2025, following a refurbishment and rebranding of the former Crowne Plaza Sydney Coogee Beach , Rick Stein at Coogee Beach will offer a 224-seat beachfront dining experience including a bar and courtyard terrace.
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Hotel Business
MAY 22, 2025
The Renaissance Honolulu Hotel & Spa has transitioned to new management under Crescent Hotels & Resorts. The hotel features 187 hotel rooms and 112 residences with ocean and mountain views and interiors designed by Hawaiian designer Sig Zane. Guests have access to the Sky Deck, which includes a fitness center, a heated saltwater pool, and the full-service NAMI Spa. “We are thrilled to have Crescent Hotels & Resorts as our new management partner,” said Spencer Lee, represe
Hotel News Resource
MAY 21, 2025
Article - U.S. Hotel Industry Records Mixed Performance in April 2025, CoStar Data Reveals - The U.S. hotel industry reported a slight decline in occupancy rates in April 2025, with average daily rates showing a modest increase.
Skift Blog
MAY 22, 2025
Skift Take: The softening in inbound travel demand especially from Canada is being partially offset by domestic travel, which continues to show resilience.
Lodging
MAY 27, 2025
CHATTANOOGA, TennesseeVision Hospitality Group, Inc. has broken ground on the new dual-branded Home2 Suites by Hilton and Tru by Hilton Lookout Valley in Chattanooga, Tenn. Construction is now underway, with an expected opening in the fall of 2026. The hotel will be a key component of a newly planned 10-acre, mixed-use master development, also being developed by Vision.
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Hotel Management
MAY 27, 2025
Are you planning a refresh of your rooms ? Before you spend that precious refurbishment budget, talk to the industry professionals in hospitality bedding at A.H. Beard for advice that will help maximise your return. With over 125 years of experience in crafting the finest quality bedding, combined with a national network of dedicated, experienced sales experts, A.H.
Hotel Business
MAY 23, 2025
The U.S. hotel industry reported mixed year-over-year comparisons for the week ending May 17, according to data from CoStar. May 11-17 (percentage change from comparable week in 2024): Occupancy: 67.2% (-0.4%) ADR: $166.31 (+1.3%) RevPAR: $111.80 (+0.9%) Among the top 25 markets, Detroit saw the highest gains in each of the three key performance metricsoccupancy: 70.4% (+11.4%), ADR: $142.83 (+13.2%) and RevPAR: $100.54 (+26.1%).
Webrezpro
MAY 26, 2025
Pull your RV off the road at Indian Springs Montana. Located in Eureka, Montana, this property has beautiful walking trails and an 18-hole golf course for those guests who want to practice their swing. RV sites come with hook-ups for water and electricity, or you can stay in one of their accommodation suites for a […] The post Indian Springs Montana appeared first on WebRezPro.
Skift Blog
MAY 27, 2025
Skift Take: OpenAI is taking a step toward its AI knowing more about you. For travelers, that could be key to an assistant that anticipates needs.
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