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Hotel Wellness Strategies With the Biggest Payoff 

Skift Blog

Skift Take: The profit potential for wellness can vary a lot between major and minor investments, according to new data. Hotel developers need to plan carefully.

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Exclusive: Voyages ups activites to drive international visitors to Red Centre

Hotel Management

Three years ago, when the pandemic brought travel to a halt, Voyages Indigenous Tourism Australia, like many in the industry, used the time to regroup – to work on property refurbs and guest experiences. “We didn’t sit still over the pandemic – as difficult as it was,” CEO Matthew Cameron-Smith told HM. Among its many projects was the refurbishment of the Outback Hotel, which opened in April; an art gallery dedicated to the works of central Australian desert artists which opened at Ayers R

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IHG Hotel Workers Launch Strike in Los Angeles Right Before July 4

Skift Blog

Skift Take: When 96 percent of union members authorize a strike, you know they are feeling a lot of pain as wages haven't kept up with inflation.

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Feast for the senses: Parkroyal launches clean and green wellness programme

Hotel Management

Sound design, sleep rituals and signature scents are among a range of sensory initiatives underway at Parkroyal Collection Hotels and Resorts as part of its new Eco-Wellness programme. The signature multi-sensorial programme – designed around its hotels’ biophilic design, sustainability and wellbeing – aims to meet the increasing demand from guests for health and wellness experiences.

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Welcome to the Future of Hospitality: Smart Rooms Start Here

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

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The Boutique Hotel Trend Arrives in Branson, Missouri

Skift Blog

Skift Take: These Missouri hotel innovators asked themselves: What should thoughtful, modern hospitality look like in the Ozarks? The verdict is still out on their just-opened boutique hotel. But their approach offers a peak into current trends in design thinking.

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Hospitality Financial Leadership – Understanding Hotel Financial Flow Thru

Hotel Financial Coach Blog

Click on image to learn more Hospitality Financial Leadership – Understanding Hotel Financial Flow Thru Purchase on Amazon in paperback, hardcover or Kindle format PURCHASE HERE Complimentary Discovery Call – [link] Video Course Links: [link] [link] Be sure to check out my other services on the links below. On-line Strategic Hospitality Financial Leadership Workshops The 3 Month 1-1 Financial Leadership Mentoring Program Hotel Accounting Policy Manuals Hotel Asset Management Program

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Voyages engages airlines to drive international visitors to Red Centre

Hotel Management

Three years ago, when the pandemic brought travel to a halt, Voyages Indigenous Tourism Australia, like many in the industry, used the time to regroup – to work on property refurbs and guest experiences. “We didn’t sit still over the pandemic – as difficult as it was,” CEO Matthew Cameron-Smith told HM. Among its many projects was the refurbishment of the Outback Hotel, which opened in April; an art gallery dedicated to the works of central Australian desert artists which opened at Ayers R

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Why you need to reconcile your credit cards every day

eHotelier

Why you need to reconcile your credit cards every day - Insights - Insights The dreaded credit card reconciliation need not be such a big deal if we bite-size it.

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A/B Testing: The Secret to Success on Your Hotel Website

Refine

Digital marketers should never underestimate the power of testing. It is invaluable for understanding diverse audiences and determining what changes can result in the best online performance. The Importance of A/B Testing When it comes to a hotel website, each and every adjustment made to the booking engine, ads, CTAs, landing page, and even images The post A/B Testing: The Secret to Success on Your Hotel Website appeared first on Revfine.com.

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Maximizing Your Marketing Efforts with Chat GPT

Inn Sight

Written by Chat GPT Chat GPT, or Generative Pre-trained Transformer 3, is an advanced artificial intelligence language model that has revolutionized the way marketers approach customer engagement. With its powerful natural language processing capabilities, Chat GPT can analyze and understand large amounts of textual data, making it an indispensable tool for marketers looking to streamline their operations and deliver more personalized experiences to their customers.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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Taco Bell to Promote Chief Brand Officer to CEO

Hospitality Tech

Mark King to retire; Sean Tresvant promoted to Taco Bell Division CEO, effective January 1, 2024.

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Unlocking the Benefits: The Importance of Hotel Loyalty Programs for Hoteliers

Lodging Interactive

In the present day, hotels around the world are actively adopting Loyalty Programs. These programs aim to maintain customer satisfaction and foster loyalty towards a particular hotel chain by offering rewards in exchange for this loyalty. With a range of loyalty programs available, hotels are experiencing growing advantages from their implementation.

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André Julseth has been appointed General Manager at Sommerro in Oslo

eHotelier

Sommerro has announced the appointment of André Julseth as General Manager. He will commence the role at Oslo's first art deco luxury hotel on Saturday, July 1.

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Understanding Hotel Revenue Management Strategies and Their.

Belza

Understanding Hotel Revenue Management Strategies and Their Impact on Occupancy Rates | Hotel Marketing

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Don't Let AI Pass You By: The New Era of Personalized Sales Coaching & Development

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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Sertifi releases next-generation platform to reimagine agreement processes for hospitality

eHotelier

Sertifi users now have access to a reimagined experience designed to further increase efficiency and convenience across e-signature, payment, and credit card authorization processes.

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Maximizing Your Marketing Efforts with Chat GPT

Inn Sight

Written by Chat GPT Chat GPT, or Generative Pre-trained Transformer 3, is an advanced artificial intelligence language model that has revolutionized the way marketers approach customer engagement. With its powerful natural language processing capabilities, Chat GPT can analyze and understand large amounts of textual data, making it an indispensable tool for marketers looking to streamline their operations and deliver more personalized experiences to their customers.

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UNWTO: Tourism Investments in the Americas a Defining Priority

eHotelier

Against the backdrop of the meeting of its 68th Regional Commission for the Americas in Quito, Ecuador, UNWTO hosted the Seminar on Sustainable Investments to explore the main challenges and opportunities around this topic in the region.

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U.S. hotel results for week ending 24 June

eHotelier

U.S. hotel performance remained mostly flat from the previous week, and year-over-year comparisons remained mixed, according to STR‘s latest data through 24 June.

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The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report

ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!

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What you need to know about ancillary revenue

eHotelier

This episode features a special guest Pere Estela, the Global Ancillary Director from Iberostar and Oaky’s CEO & Co-founder Erik Tengen.

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Avani Hotels and Resorts makes a double debut in Europe

eHotelier

Avani Hotels & Resorts, the upscale lifestyle brand of Minor Hotels, announces its debut in Spain and Italy with the opening of Avani Alonso Martínez and Avani Palazzo Moscova. Situated in the vibrant cities of Madrid and Milan respectively, these remarkable properties embody Avani's modern and functional approach. Featuring meticulously designed spaces that are smart, flexible and social, Avani's entrance into these cosmopolitan destinations marks an exciting new chapter for the brand.

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Cambria Hotels debuts third Colorado location in the heart of the Rocky Mountains

eHotelier

Today, Choice Hotels International, Inc. continues the rapid expansion of its contemporary upscale brand, Cambria Hotels, with the opening of the Cambria Hotel Copper Mountain. The four-story, 127-room property is the third Cambria hotel to open in Colorado, joining Fort Collins and Denver International Airport, fueling the brand's continued growth in sought-after outdoor recreation and leisure markets.

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Carlos A. Batista appointed as Director of Food and Beverage at Park Hyatt Aviara Resort in Carlsbad

eHotelier

Park Hyatt Aviara, the iconic Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five Diamond Southern California resort, today announces the appointment of Carlos A. Batista, a 20+ year culinary and beverage industry veteran, as director of food & beverage.

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Beyond the Basics: How to Develop and Retain a Top-Performing Sales Team

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.