Thu.Apr 18, 2024

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Amsterdam Blocks New Hotels to Fight Mass Tourism

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Amsterdam, one of the world's most popular destinations, has capped its hotel supply to put a ceiling on mass tourism.

Tourism 332
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IHG Hotels & Resorts Implements Apple AirPlay at North American Hotels

Lodging

NEW YORK—IHG Hotels & Resorts launched Apple AirPlay in the first phase of hotel rooms, giving guests the ability to stream content privately from their iPhone or iPad to the TV in their guestrooms. AirPlay is available at more than 60 hotels in North America, including properties like InterContinental Buckhead Atlanta, Hotel Indigo NYC Downtown – Wall Street, and Holiday Inn & Suites Ottawa Kanata.

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Alaska Reports Strong Quarter Fueled by Business Travel Surge

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Despite taking a hit from the Max 9 grounding, Alaska Airlines saw an uptick in travel demand, fueled by a full return of business travel.

Business 306
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Paris’ Best Hotels: Michelin Ratings Vs. Online Reviews

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Michelin has debuted its first ratings for hotels. But when a tech firm crunched the numbers from traveler reviews across 140 sites, it found that crowd favorites clashed with Michelin's picks.

Hotels 301
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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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Apple Debuts Airplay for Hotels in 60 IHG Properties

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Apple announced in June 2023 that it would make Airplay streaming available for hotel rooms, and now it's here in 60 properties under the IHG brand.

Hotels 299
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Marriott Releases Lawrence of Arabia-Inspired Promo Campaign in Saudi

Skift Blog

Nujuma, A Ritz-Carlton Reserve is expected to be the most expensive hotel ever operated in Saudi Arabia, with rates above $3,400 a night.

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Dubai’s New Man-Made Island Promises Eco-Resorts and Wellness Facilities

Skift Blog

Skift Take: A man-made island off the shore of Dubai promising to be environmental? Let's see.

Resorts 278