Skift Blog
MAY 18, 2024
Skift Take: Airbnb appeared to have begun a wave of delistings for its travel experiences offerings, upsetting some operators. However, Airbnb has made it clear that it remains committed to the experiences business, with plans to boost customer awareness of the category.
Lodging
MAY 17, 2024
DALLAS, Texas—CBRE expects revenue per available room (RevPAR) growth to improve in the second half of 2024, following a weaker-than-expected first quarter. CBRE’s latest forecast projects a 2.0 percent increase in RevPAR growth for 2024, down from the 3.0 percent estimated in February 2024. RevPAR is now expected to grow by 3.0 percent for the remainder of the year, driven by international tourists, holiday travel, and limited supply growth.
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Skift Blog
MAY 15, 2024
Skift Take: The Airbus A321XLR is due to make its commercial debut in just a few months, but the aircraft has found itself caught in the middle of a major dispute.
Lodging
MAY 15, 2024
NEEDHAM, Massachusetts—Travelers around the world continue to place a high priority on summer vacations, according to the annual Summer Travel Index released by Tripadvisor. Ninety-five percent of respondents are planning to travel as much (51 percent) or more (44 percent) than last summer, despite some concern about economic headwinds. Over a quarter (26 percent) of U.S. travelers are planning to spend $5,000 or more on their getaways.
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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
Hotel Management
MAY 13, 2024
Accor Chief Commerical Officer Premium, Midscale, Economy for MEA APAC, Kerry Healy, discusses refreshing iconic brands to drive growth. How have you seen the Premium, Midscale and Economy segments evolve in recent years in line with consumer demand? Accor has spent a large part of the last decade acquiring new brands, in luxury and in lifestyle; and with the rise of consumer trends such as hyper personalisation, we also needed to make sure those brands can stand the test of time.
Hospitality Net
MAY 16, 2024
Opening this July, Eva Estepona is set to become the Andalusian coast’s new hotspot and lifestyle destination offering provocative performances from day to night, along with an extensive dining offering, a beach club concept and a club.
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Skift Blog
MAY 15, 2024
Skift Take: After much debate on certain policies, the FAA Reauthorization Bill passed Congress on Tuesday, extending the federal agency’s authority for the next five years.
Lodging
MAY 15, 2024
For many lodging properties, the housekeeping department employs more associates than any other, often numbering in the dozens or even hundreds. And most of the time, these room attendants, common area cleaners, housemen, and inspectors will be working alone. This makes them more vulnerable to injury or potential assault as they enter guestrooms, closets and storerooms, stairwells, and back-of-house locations.
Hotel Management
MAY 14, 2024
Expedia Group is leveraging the power of artificial intelligence with the launch of an industry-first conversational trip planning tool, among a collection of over 40 new products and features. Launched on Tuesday (May 14) in Las Vegas at Expedia Group’s annual partner conference, Explore, Romie – named in honour its ability to ‘roam’ the world with travellers – is designed to offer a highly personalised travel booking experience, engaging with travellers before, during and after their trip.
Hospitality Net
MAY 17, 2024
In a recent conversation between EHL professor Ian Millar and Pedro Torres, founder of Youverse, they explored the multifaceted concept of digital identity within the hospitality industry. Torres provided a comprehensive explanation of digital identity, emphasizing its role in securely verifying individuals online. He highlighted the potential applications in hospitality, such as personalizing guest experiences, expediting check-in processes, and enhancing security measures.
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
Amadeus Hospitality
MAY 16, 2024
New study reveals sector plans to increase investment in technology by 16% in the coming twelve months Personalization viewed as a key driver of commercial value for hoteliers, as 85% of hoteliers feel it could help deliver in excess of 5% in incremental revenue May 16, 2024 – The new report, Travel Technology Investment Trends 2024 , published today from Amadeus finds hoteliers expect to increase their investment in technology by an average of 16% over the coming 12 months, with one in fi
Skift Blog
MAY 16, 2024
Skift Take: Online travel agencies and credit card companies — other than Chase — have Southwest-envy. Not having Southwest flights is a major hole in their travel offerings.
Hotel Management
MAY 16, 2024
Dorsett announces cluster of appointments Dorsett Melbourne has made a number of key appointments to align the strategic focus of Sales, Revenue and Reservations amid a restructure of commercial teams across Dorsett’s Melbourne and Gold Coast. Maggie Wong has been appointed Director of Sales. Wong joined the team in March 2024, bringing 16 years of hotel industry experience across multiple properties within Hong Kong and Australia.
Hospitality Net
MAY 17, 2024
In 2024, the Dominican Republic has emerged as one of the top choices for outbound leisure travelers from the U.S. and Canada. This Caribbean gem has captured the hearts of travelers with its stunning beaches, rich culture and affordable vacation packages. With its proximity to North America, all-inclusive resorts, and a wide range of activities, it’s no wonder that the Dominican Republic is the go-to destination for travelers seeking sun, sand and relaxation.
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Hotel Marketer
MAY 18, 2024
I have long followed Scott Galloway and recently had the chance to meet him in person. As a professor at NYU and a well-known thought-leader, Scott is famous for his bold predictions, sharp insights and often delightful irreverence.
Skift Blog
MAY 13, 2024
Skift Take: Though ChatGPT still has issues and many of its features are in experimental phases, the continued updates paint a clearer picture of the future digital travel assistant.
Lodging
MAY 16, 2024
Brand launches have been commonplace for Hilton over the past few years, but within the last few months, the company has fortified its lineup by other means with both an acquisition as well as a comprehensive rebranding effort. Bolstering its presence in the trendy lifestyle segment, the mega-brand company in March announced an agreement to acquire the Graduate Hotels brand from AJ Capital.
Hotel Management
MAY 16, 2024
Accor’s design-led midscale brand, Tribe, is set to debut in New Zealand in summer 2024 with the opening of Tribe Auckland Fort Street, in partnership with CP Group. Located close to central Britomart and the Commercial Bay precinct, the hotel will bring a bold design with 60 compact guest rooms, a lobby bar, terrace and social hub. Accor Pacific Chief Operating Officer PME, Adrian Williams, expects the brand will resonate with domestic and international guests.
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Hospitality Net
MAY 14, 2024
[Detmold, 14 th of May] Mews, a leader in hospitality technology and cloud-native property management systems (PMS), today announced its acquisition of HS3 Hotelsoftware, the German-founded on-premises property management system.
Hotel Business
MAY 16, 2024
With an estimated 39% of business travelers reporting accessibility requirements that impact their travel experience, travel managers are seeking guidance to incorporate these needs into their corporate travel policies. To meet this need, the GBTA Foundation , the charitable arm of the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) , has launched the GBTA Accessibility Toolkit , a guide to help travel managers and buyers create more accessible policies and practices in their business travel programs.
Lodging
MAY 13, 2024
Recently appointed Meyer Jabara Hotels (MJ) Chief Investment Officer Ian McAuley comes to this newly crafted position with 30 years of experience and relationships that, coupled with those of this closely held private hotel company, will further MJ’s expansion goals. As McAuley shared with LODGING, he plans to pursue these goals by first familiarizing himself with his new company—its people, culture, and partners—well enough to fashion and convey to potential investors a compelling story of [
eHotelier
MAY 13, 2024
Opening a restaurant is an extremely challenging endeavor. But if you plan accordingly, you can increase your chances of success by conducting proper market research, budgeting, getting involved with your community, investing in marketing, prioritizing operational efficiency, and listening to your customer base.
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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.
Hospitality Net
MAY 17, 2024
Located at 1253 Pleasant Street, Moxy Boulder is strategically situated directly across from the University of Colorado to act as a vibrant hub for the city of Boulder and university community. It will offer 189 thoughtfully designed rooms featuring over 5,300 square feet of indoor and outdoor function space, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and an active lobby which will feature a Moxy Bar and lounge area where hotel guests are greeted with a ’Got Moxy’ cocktail or mocktail at check-in and fo
Hotel Business
MAY 16, 2024
By Dennis Carter Personal transportation in the U.S. is destined to transition from traditional vehicles and toward EVs (electric vehicles), creating new challenges and opportunities for hospitality businesses. As the transition accelerates and grows, locations that invest in EV charging infrastructure will undoubtedly find themselves better positioned to attract customers than locations where EVs cannot be charged.
Skift Blog
MAY 14, 2024
Skift Take: Google is fully in its Gemini era. That’s what executives repeated as they showcased how AI pulls information from across its products to create detailed trip plans and more.
Lodging
MAY 15, 2024
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina—Extended Stay America announced the opening of the Extended Stay America Premier Suites Fort Myers – Airport in Fort Myers, Florida. Turnstone Group developed the property, which Sandpiper Hospitality will manage. The four-story, 124-room newly constructed Extended Stay America Premier Suites Fort Myers – Airport hotel has WiFi, healthy breakfast, cable, a fitness room, onsite guest laundry, an outdoor pool with grill area, and Extended Stay America Premier Suites’
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Shifting to an account-based marketing (ABM) strategy can be both exciting and challenging. Well-implemented ABM motions build engagement with high-value accounts and drive impactful campaigns that resonate with your audience. But where do you begin, and how do you progress from crawling to running? Watch now as Demand Gen experts delve into the essentials of each stage of the ABM process.
Bookassist
MAY 15, 2024
Booking.com is now a gatekeeper In a significant development for the hotel industry and online booking landscape, this week the European Commission has officially designated Booking.com as a gatekeeper under the Digital Markets Act (DMA). This decision is expected to have far-reaching implications for the company’s business practices and therefore the hotel industry and the buying public.
Hospitality Net
MAY 14, 2024
Mews, a leader in hospitality technology and cloud-native property management systems (PMS), today announced its acquisition of HS3 Hotelsoftware, the German-founded on-premises property management system.
Hotel Business
MAY 14, 2024
A newly formed alliance between Wyndham Hotels & Resorts and Decameron All Inclusive Hotels & Resorts will add nine resorts across Mexico, Panama and Jamaica to the Wyndham portfolio. The deal expands Wyndham’s all-inclusive offerings to more than 50 resorts globally while connecting Decameron to Wyndham’s marketing, technology and distribution platforms, including the Wyndham Rewards program.
Skift Blog
MAY 17, 2024
Skift Take: The changes come as the Department of Transportation released a final rule that will require airlines to disclose all fees associated with add-on perks.
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