Lodging

MARCH 10, 2025

Securing financing for hotel development continues to remain challenging. Traditional lenders continue to scale back, and those still active are offering significantly lower loan-to-value (LTV) ratios, making it difficult for developers to move projects forward. Higher interest rates further complicate the landscape, forcing developers to pursue creative capital solutions.

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Hotel Management

MARCH 10, 2025

Singapore has been home to spectacular hotel debuts of late and high on that list is the Pan Pacific Orchard , which combines style with sustainability, greenery and luxury hospitality. It was back on June 1, 2023 when Pan Pacific Hotels Group, a member of Singapore-listed UOL Group (UOL), unveiled its spectacular flagship hotel Pan Pacific Orchard, Singapore and since then the hotel continues to mesmerise business and leisure travellers like.

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Are Morch

MARCH 10, 2025

In an era of rapid technological advancement and evolving consumer expectations, the hotel industry stands at a crossroads. Long-standing challenges such as overworked staff, outdated systems, and resistance to change have left many establishments struggling to keep pace with the dynamic hospitality landscape. However, a paradigm shift is underway, driven by artificial intelligence (AI) and […] The post The AI Revolution in Hospitality: Transforming the Hotel Industry through Innovation an

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Skift Blog

MARCH 10, 2025

Skift Take: Delta is the first U.S. airline to revise its outlook following fears that the U.S. may hit an economic soft patch.

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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

Skift Blog

MARCH 10, 2025

Skift Take: This summer, there will be an average of 43 daily flights between New York and the Dominican Republic. However, with just four flights a week, will Arajets new service threaten the incumbents?

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Skift Blog

MARCH 10, 2025

Skift Take: Will the big AI chatbots those that survive ever become online travel agencies in their own right? Booking Holdings' CFO doesn't think so, but the company is trying to prepare for all scenarios.

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Skift Blog

MARCH 10, 2025

Skift Take: The early bird pricing for Skift IDEA Awards ends this Thursday, March 13th at 11:59pm ET. Save $100 by starting your submission today.

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Skift Blog

MARCH 10, 2025

Skift Take: Duty-free shopping may not sound like the most glamorous industry, but it's important to global travelers.

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