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Hotel previsualization as a metaverse use case for right now

eHotelier

The travel industry is one of the prime beneficiaries of metaverse technologies with applications that your brand can realize for gains in 2023.

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How Hospitality Businesses Can Manage Their Fleets Better

Are Morch

Running a fleet is often an overlooked part of operations for hospitality businesses. But you cannot imagine running a restaurant without delivery vehicles or serving your hotel guests without complimentary shuttles for airport pickups and drops. A fleet of vehicles can be a massive investment, but it is one thing you cannot manage without. Beyond […] The post How Hospitality Businesses Can Manage Their Fleets Better appeared first on Are Morch, Digital Transformation Coach.

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Hyatt House Sacramento/Midtown makes its debut

Hotel Business

The 128-room Hyatt House Sacramento/Midtown has opened. The adaptive-reuse project, owned and developed by Hume Development Inc. and managed by Twenty Four Seven Hotels , was formerly Eastern Star Hall, which first opened in 1928 as a Masonic women’s meeting place and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. “The Hyatt House Sacramento/Midtown is the perfect marriage of the classic and the contemporary, providing the latest amenities and services in a setting that draws heavily fro

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YAANA Ventures announces innovative research opportunity for Anurak Lodge

eHotelier

YAANA Ventures, a leading travel and hospitality company in Asia, is proud to announce a new research opportunity for Anurak Lodge, an award-winning eco-lodge located in Khao Sok, Thailand. This research project is aimed at identifying new and innovative ways for Anurak Lodge to fully utilize their property management system, HMP Master (HMP).

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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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HEI assumes management of Hyatt Regency Boston Harbor Hotel

Hotel Business

HEI Hotels & Resorts has assumed management of the 270-room Hyatt Regency Boston Harbor Hotel in Boston. The hotel, owned by Pebblebrook Hotel Trust , is located near Logan International Airport. It is situated along the Boston Harbor waterfront and overlooks the harbor with views of the downtown Boston skyline and the Seaport District. “Expanding HEI’s footprint in major metropolitan areas, like Boston, is especially rewarding as we continue to align our objectives with our ownership groups

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AI – what it means and what hoteliers are asking about this technology?

STAAH

Not just another buzzword, Artificial Intelligence is transforming customer experience and streamlining operations in the hospitality industry. In this blog, we cover off what you need to know about artificial intelligence (AI) and how it can be applied to your property. Whilst the scale at which AI is applied may vary based on a property’s size, it is applicable to all properties.

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Expedia TAAP Login Tips for Travel Agents for More Bookings

Refine

An Expedia TAAP login provides access to the Expedia Travel Agent Affiliate Program, or Expedia TAAP for short. This program offers travel agents worldwide access to Expedia's inventory data, including hotel room availability and live room rates. As a result, offline travel agents can book travel products on behalf of their customers and earn a The post Expedia TAAP Login Tips for Travel Agents for More Bookings appeared first on Revfine.com.

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Hotel Digital Marketing in a Down Economy- Part 2

gcommerce

5 Must-Have Hotel Marketing Channels Last week, in “ Hotel Marketing in a Down Economy, ” GCommerce’s Founder, Scott van Hartesvelt , shared some important hotel booking pattern signals, what history has taught us about navigating a challenging economy, and how properties can come out stronger on the other side. This week, let’s dig into the specific marketing channels every hotel should leverage in an economic downturn.

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Highland Base – Kerlingarfjöll, a new destination from Iceland’s Blue Lagoon

Hotel Designs

Hotel Designs Highland Base – Kerlingarfjöll, a new destination from Iceland’s Blue Lagoon Highland Base – Kerlingarfjöll, a new destination from Iceland’s Blue Lagoon The Blue Lagoon portfolio is a collection of sustainable destinations, resorts, spas, and skincare lines. It has recently announced the summer opening of its newest nature-driven development, Highland Base – Kerlingarfjöll … Debuting in the Ásgarður Valley, at the edge of a remote mountain range deep in Ice

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Sojern expands leadership team with strategic new hires

eHotelier

Sojern, the leading digital marketing platform built for travel, announced the expansion of its leadership team with strategic new hires.

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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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Preview: New year, new stages at Independent Hotel Show Amsterdam 2023

Hotel Designs

Hotel Designs Preview: New year, new stages at Independent Hotel Show Amsterdam 2023 Preview: New year, new stages at Independent Hotel Show Amsterdam 2023 ‘Expect the unexpected’ is the line from Independent Hotel Show Amsterdam this year, which takes place March 14 – 15 at the RAI Amsterdam. With more than 200 exhibitors, along with industry leaders who will highlight the latest developments from across the hotel industry, Hotel Designs will be there with a major role, on and off t

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AV AirFinance hires Edel Brennan to lead EMEA loan sourcing and business development

eHotelier

AV AirFinance Limited (“AV AirFinance”), a global commercial aviation loan servicer, announced today that Edel Brennan has joined AV AirFinance as Senior Vice President-Loan Origination (EMEA). Based in Dublin, Ms. Brennan will be responsible for sourcing loan opportunities and developing customer relationships across EMEA.

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Ken Hu, President of CCD, on the language of hotel design

Hotel Designs

Hotel Designs Ken Hu, President of CCD, on the language of hotel design Ken Hu, President of CCD, on the language of hotel design Editor Hamish Kilburn caught up with Ken Hu, President and Principal Partner at CCD, who for more than 30 years has been putting culture and history first in order to nail down descriptive design narratives in hotel design… Whatever the tool used, whether it is art, architecture, materials or – in most cases – all of the above, designers who manage to consistent

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Nomadix appoints Wireless Technology Sales Leader Carl Jefferys to Asia Pacific Region

eHotelier

Nomadix® Inc​., a technology leader in hospitality and multi-tenant industries, today announced Carl Jefferys as Director of Partner Sales, APAC. With a long history in wireless technology, Jefferys will provide expanded leadership and regional focus to continue building on the company’s growth and momentum in APAC through strategic alignment with partners across key verticals.

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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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The art of craft: art inspired by Ghanaian culture

Hotel Designs

Hotel Designs The art of craft: art inspired by Ghanaian culture The art of craft: art inspired by Ghanaian culture Heart Beats and States, is a collection coming soon by Amma Gyan from Amanartis, that has been inspired by the rich history and craft of weaving that stems from the Ashanti people in Ghana… Textile artist Amma Gyan from Amanartis has a story to share with the design community.

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Ellis Beach Holiday Park has sold along with development potential

eHotelier

Far North Hotels has acquired Ellis Beachfront Holiday Park with a DA-approved development site in North Queensland.

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SiteMinder’s Hotel Booking Trends: New analysis of 100 million reservations shows surge in global traveller confidence for 2023

SiteMinder

Sydney, Australia – New analysis of more than 100 million reservations from SiteMinder, the world’s leading open hotel commerce platform, reveals global traveller confidence is reaching new heights post-pandemic, with booking behaviour trends from 2022 showing decreasing cancellation rates and increasing booking lead times, even with rising hotel room prices across key travel destinations.

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The tiny homes making a big bang on the NSW coast!

eHotelier

REFLECTIONS HOLIDAY PARKS HAS ANNOUNCED THE LAUNCH OF A COLLECTION OF CHIC NEW TINY HOMES ACROSS THEIR NSW COASTAL PARKS, INCLUDING BYRON BAY, JIMMY’S BEACH, MOONEE BEACH, AND FERRY RESERVE.

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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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Drift Hotels opens property in California

Boutique Hotel News

US: Drift Hotels, a boutique brand under TMC Hospitality , has opened in downtown Santa Barbara. Drift Santa Barbara has been designed in partnership with architecture firm ANACAPA. The hotel offers 45 bedrooms across four categories: bunk, standard, premium, and the penthouse. Local artwork by Will Adler and Anacapa Ceramics will be on display in the rooms.

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Phoenix forecasted for second-highest hotel RevPAR in Super Bowl history

eHotelier

Phoenix’s hotel revenue per available room (RevPAR) is forecasted to reach $419 for February 10-12, which would be the second-highest level for a Super Bowl weekend, according to STR.

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Marriott’s Capuano adds president title

Hotel Business

The board of directors of Marriott International has named current CEO Anthony “Tony” Capuano , as president/CEO effective Feb. 24. As previously announced , Marriott’s current president, Stephanie Linnartz, will be stepping down to become CEO of Under Armour. Capuano and Linnartz were named to their respective titles in February 2021 following the unexpected passing of Arne Sorenson.

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Amid financial stress, Europeans determined to keep their travel spend

eHotelier

The European Travel Commission (ETC) has today released its latest report on Monitoring Sentiment for Domestic and Intra-European Travel, providing insights into European travel plans in spring – summer 2023.

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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.

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Bruce White Undergraduate Institute to be established

Hotel Business

The Dean and Barbara White Family Foundation has committed $50 million to Purdue University to name the undergraduate institute in the Mitchell E. Daniels Jr. School of Business after Bruce White, founder/chairman of White Lodging, who died earlier this year. The institute will be known as The Bruce White Undergraduate Institute. This commitment represents the lead gift to establish the school and the largest monetary contribution ever made to Purdue’s School of Management/Business.

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