Tue.Aug 01, 2023

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Short-Term Rental Data — Behind the Complexity and the Nuances

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Past events gave us enough incentive to look into how vendors gather and glean data on short-term rentals. Where there is transparency, there can be a degree of trust.

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‘Let them eat cake’: Four Seasons Sydney launches online cake service

Hotel Management

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney is expanding its product offering with the launch of an artisan cake collection, available for purchase by the general public. Handcrafted by the hotel’s Head Pastry Chef, Quentin Zerr, using French techniques with Australian flavours, the Art of Cake Collection offers an assortment of cakes for at-home consumption. Through an online ordering system on the hotel’s website, consumers can choose from six cakes on offer, with the option to personalise, and select a date an

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MakeMyTrip Returns to Profit and Highlights From Recent Results

Skift Blog

Skift Take: While MakeMyTrip achieved milestone numbers in terms of gross bookings and profitability, the company grappled with certain supply side hiccups during the first quarter of the new fiscal year.

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‘Eclectic and unexpected’: W Sydney gears up for October 12 opening

Hotel Management

The highly anticipated W Sydney is set to open its doors on Thursday October 12, 2023, the hotel confirmed on Wednesday. Having recently unveiled details about its signature restaurant BTWN and 2AM: Dessert Bar , the 585-room luxury hotel is ramping up preparations for its spring opening after several years in development. In addition to these dining venues, W Sydney will feature a double-level bar called 29/30, which will serve up wine, cocktails and a Basque-inspired tapas menu, while offering

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How to Stay Competitive in the Evolving State of Martech

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

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EaseMyTrip to Acquire Three Indian Travel Companies

Skift Blog

Skift Take: The diverse portfolio of services of the three companies that EaseMyTrip will be acquiring indicate that the company is serious about tapping into new revenue streams and reducing its reliance solely on air ticketing.

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Choice to open Ascend Collection hotel in Mooloolaba this month

Hotel Management

Choice Hotels Asia-Pac will open its 15th Ascend Hotel Collection property in Australia New Zealand this month on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast. First Light Mooloolaba will feature 67 self-contained one-to-three-bedroom apartments, a pool and gym. One of the newer buildings in the area, the hotel has a modern feel and is expected to appeal to both leisure and corporate guests.

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The Advantages of Dropshipping – Is it the Right Business Model For You?

Social Hospitality

The dropshipping business model is alluring to new entrepreneurs because it’s relatively risk-free and requires little ecommerce experience. However, the model is not without its challenges. One of the most significant advantages of dropshipping is that overhead costs don’t increase linearly with sales. That makes the business highly scalable. Nevertheless, there are other challenges to scalability.

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Tourists Opting for Private Tours in Lesser-Known Cities

Skift Blog

Skift Take: In a shift away from traditional tourist hubs, private tour guides nurture small group experiences in less-popular cities to grow their business organically.

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Veuve Clicquot brings luxury hotel pop-up back to Noosa

Hotel Management

Champagne brand Veuve Clicquot is bringing its luxury accommodation pop-up back to Australia for another run this October. Following a successful debut in Byron Bay in 2021, Hotel Clicquot will return to Queensland’s Noosa for a second year running. The beachfront property, on the edge of Noosa National Park at Sunshine Beach, will welcome guests from October 13-28, 2023 for two- and three-night stays with brand-inspired activities.

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3 U.S. Cities Compete for the 2026 World Cup Final

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Today's edition of Skift's daily podcast looks closer at the competition to host the World Cup in the U.S., visa wait times to the U.S., and the largest outbound tourism market in the world.

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Diving into Diversity: Decoding the Foundations of Inclusion in Hospitality Talent Acquisition

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

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A stay fit for a president: Club Wyndham Airlie Beach unveils luxury villas

Hotel Management

The red ribbon has been officially cut at Club Wyndham Airlie Beach , where three luxury Presidential villas have been unveiled to rave reviews. The new trio exemplifies tropical living at its best: a beautiful fusion of indoor and outdoor spaces and spectacular views of the Whitsunday Passage. Each spacious villa sleeps six – suitable for three couples, a group of friends or a large family – and features inside and alfresco dining settings, cabanas and day beds, outdoor showers and spa baths.

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A Dynamic and Exciting Agenda for the Tenth Skift Global Forum

Skift Blog

Skift Take: This year, Skift will decipher the big trends facing the travel industry while focusing on our theme: Connection in the Age of AI. Find out what other robust topics will be covered at our tenth Skift Global Forum.

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Made to make tomorrow better

Hotel Management

Spoil your guests. Not the planet. Discover Australia’s first truly sustainable commercial mattress collection. A collection we are proud to call A.H. Beard Origins. Fully sustainable. Totally blissful. Every component in an A.H. Beard Origins mattress is chosen for its sleep-enhancing qualities, the sustainability of its source and end-of-life recyclability.

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Skift India Report: Akasa Air Set to Fly International With New Aircraft

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Securing air traffic rights and finalizing slots at target airports are certainly the next set of prerequisites Akasa Air has to meet.

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ABM Evolution: How Top Marketers Are Using Account-Based Strategies

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.

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Holiday Inn brand family expands across Australia

Hotel Management

The global Holiday Inn brand family is leading the charge into regional and suburban Australia, celebrating recent openings for Holiday Inn Dandenong, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast and Holiday Inn Werribee. As the much-anticipated opening of Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong approaches, IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) continues to see strong momentum of the Holiday Inn brand in Australia, especially after a wealth of activity in diverse regions, cities and suburban hubs across Au

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Lucrative Opportunities in Tours, Activities and Experiences: New Skift Research

Skift Blog

Skift Take: The tours, activities & experiences market is a lucrative and under-explored opportunity in the travel industry.

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Investing in Underrepresented Innovators: Transforming the Hospitality Industry

Hospitality Tech

Startups that are creating innovations in the hospitality industry, particularly those founded by minorities, will play a pivotal role in shaping the industry's future success.

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TPG Hotels & Resorts to manage The Blennerhassett Hotel

Hotel Business

TPG Hotels & Resorts has been selected to manage The Blennerhassett Hotel, located in Parkersburg, WV. The 140-year-old, 84-room historic property features an upscale signature restaurant, lounge, spa and more than 8,000 sq. ft. of meeting space in eight distinct spaces that can be tailored for high-end corporate and lifestyle events. The property was purchased in 2019 by R&W Hotels, which is owned and operated by local Parkersburg businessmen Wayne Waldeck and Lee Eric Rector. “Th

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A Buyer’s Guide to Future-Proofing Your Restaurant Tech Stack

The race to 100% digital is on. With the restaurant industry still in the early innings of its digital transformation, brands need an airtight strategy when it comes to building out their tech stack. Download the buyer’s guide to learn where to prioritize your efforts and get the most out of every investment.

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Marriott International reports second quarter 2023 results and raises full year outlook

eHotelier

Anthony Capuano, President and Chief Executive Officer, said, “With continued momentum in demand for global travel, we posted another quarter of outstanding results. Second quarter worldwide RevPAR increased 13.5 percent, aided by significant growth in all of our international regions, where RevPAR rose 39 percent. Greater China rebounded quickly once travel restrictions were lifted in January, with second quarter RevPAR surpassing pre-pandemic levels.

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Elise Capital adds Mississippi Holiday Inn Express & Suites

Hotel Business

Elise Capital, a hotel real estate investment firm, has acquired the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Picayune-Stennis Space Center, located in Picayune, MS. This property marks the firm’s third hospitality acquisition in the last two years. The three-story, 67-room Holiday Inn Express & Suites recently underwent a comprehensive renovation and features a heated indoor pool, fitness center, business center, free WiFi, complimentary breakfast and more than 1,200 sq. ft. of meeting space.

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Preparing Properties for Pets: The Lowdown (Part 2 of 2)

TravelNet

Pets guests aren’t something you just shoo in the door and forget about. A lot goes into preparing properties to receive them. You’re always going to be balancing your investment to accommodate the furry nonhumans with your ROI. You’ll also be balancing the upkeep required against the safety and comfort of humans and animals alike. It can be a tricky slope, but we’re prepared to lead you comfortably through the hurdles you may encounter.

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Telecom Compliance in Hotels: A Checklist for Successful Certificate of Occupancy Inspections

Hotel Business

A Certificate of Occupancy (CO) is a vital requirement before opening your new-build/renovated hotel. Without it, you’re subject to massive, compounding fines! Because of the necessity of this certification, you’ll want to work it into your construction plans from the very beginning to avoid any project delays. Unfortunately, the inspection process involves multiple steps.

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ABM Success Recipe: Mastering the Crawl, Walk, Run Approach

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.

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Tactics hotel brands should employ to expand and increase portfolio value

eHotelier

Tactics hotel brands should employ to expand and increase portfolio value - Insights - Insights Here is a playbook for securing management contracts and expanding your brand.

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6 Hotel sales strategies to increase occupancy and revenue

STAAH

A hotel sales strategy is a plan of action designed to increase hotel revenue and bookings. It involves identifying target markets, setting sales goals, and creating a plan to achieve those goals. Here are 6 hotel sales strategies to increase your revenue. 1) Understand your target audience: It is important to understand who your guests are in order to provide relevant offers and guest experiences and find the right channels to reach them.

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Revamping the 4Ps: A Modern Guide for Hotel Marketing Success

Demand Calendar

As these marketing fundamentals evolve to meet modern guest demands and digital-era challenges, hotel marketers are presented with an opportunity to redefine their strategies. Harnessing technology, data, and innovative tactics to create exceptional guest experiences and drive revenue is paramount in this ever-evolving landscape. This is a journey to redefine hotel marketing for the digital age, offering actionable insights and guidance at every step.

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Oakridge Inn

Webrezpro

Relax under the trees at Oakridge Inn in Oak View, California (the “oak” in those names is not a misnomer!). You can stroll one of the nearby parks, visit a museum, or soak your worries away in their spa/pool. They have free Wi-Fi and accessible rooms.

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Beyond The Meeting Room: Luxury Magazine Resource

Escape into a world of luxury and dive into the future of tech, fun takes on the American pastime, and many inspirational individuals. With engaging reports on fashion, food, travel, finance, sports, and more, download now and enjoy the read!

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From ChatBots to Robots: 4 Hospitality Technology Trends Impacting the Industry

Intelity

The impact of technology in the hospitality industry as demonstrated in 4 rising hospitality technology trends Generative AI, service robots, and contactless assistance are just a few of the biggest topics in technology today. They’re changing the way we conduct business, streamline our daily lives, and plan our travel. While hotels have been traditionally slow to respond to technological changes in the market, there have been a few hospitality technology trends that have been impacting the indu

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8 differences between hotels and serviced apartments

Mews

Serviced apartments respond to a market call for fully furnished apartments designed for short and long-term stays. Unlike hotels, serviced apartments are supposed to be a home away from home. They usually feature a living room, kitchen and the amenities that make long-term stays more pleasant. This article explores the difference between hotels and serviced apartments.

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Valuedynamx Announces New Pay with Points Solution to Help Brands More Effectively and Frequently Engage Loyalty Program Members

Hospitality Tech

Fully digital offering allows enterprises with points- or miles- earning loyalty programs to offer participants options to redeem points with hundreds of other top brands from around the world—offering flexibility and unmatched choice to help drive b

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What is the Hopper app?

Little Hotelier

The Hopper travel app is designed to help users find the very best travel deals, particularly in terms of flights and accommodation. Launched in 2014, its point of difference is predicting trends in flight and hotel prices to help users identify the best time to travel based on their budgets. As far as hoteliers are concerned, Hopper is essentially a metasearch engine, although unlike on Trivago and Agoda, a hotel can’t create and manage its own listing.

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How Intent Data Helps Marketers Convert A-List Accounts

One of the biggest challenges for any B2B marketer is understanding your prospects’ next move — who is most likely to buy and when. Without these insights, marketing campaigns can feel more like guesswork, with high investment and little return. We’re here to tell you there’s a better way. By tracking buyers’ digital footprints and online activity, such as website visits, product reviews, and spikes in content consumption, you can engage prospects with a message that really resonates.