Fri.Apr 14, 2023

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Mews Triples North America Hotel Tech Business With 6th Acquisition 

Skift Blog

Skift Take: The founder of Mews said late last year that there were more acquisitions in the pipeline. Here's the first since then, with no signs that it will be the last.

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V Retreats Opens Its Newly Refreshed Hotel Atlantis Bay in Taormina, Sicily

Hospitality Net

Atlantis Bay debuts newly renovated rooms, including 5 brand new luxury suites, and redesigned common lounge areas, all overlooking the private Bay of Sirens.

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Constellation Software Buys Distribution System Developer Peakwork

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Constellation Software is clearly on an acquisition mission. Peakwork was the latest in its goal to claim a bigger hold on the travel industry.

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Trade Talk: Hotel Industry Leaders Discuss Challenges and Changes at AAHOACON 2023

Lodging

AAHOACON 23 brought hotel owners, vendors, and executives under one roof to note the industry’s strides, potential pitfalls for the coming year, and strategies to face challenges head-on. LODGING saw first-hand how the over 8,000 attendees showed up to the Los Angeles Convention Center in droves to attend general sessions, the tradeshow floor, and additional events.

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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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Hotel performance recovery in China: A temporary setback due to Qing Ming

Hospitality Net

China’s hotel industry showed strong recovery in the first quarter of 2023, with domestic travel for both leisure and corporate purposes maintaining a V-shaped trajectory across the country and segments, including provincial and capital levels. As a result, hotel profitability has improved due to the return of demand, a sharp increase in hotel rates, and the industry’s ability to manage the new reality of rising costs in labor, energy and logistics.

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CBRE: Loyalty Programs Should Help Soften Impact of Economic Downturn on Hotel Sector

Lodging

A record number of loyalty program members should help hotel brands lower their customer acquisition costs, increase direct-to-consumer engagement and offset any occupancy shortfalls during an economic downturn, according to a recent CBRE report. Direct access to a base of loyal customers is a benefit to owning and operating a branded hotel. Loyalty members can help drive occupancy during off-peak periods or weaker economic conditions.

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U.S. Might Delay Some Space Launches to Unsnarl Airline Traffic

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Is the lobbying group for any part of the travel industry as effective as Airlines for America? The group expects 145 space launches this year, and it has the ear of U.S. authorities to try to throttle that launch schedule back.

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Brush Creek Ranch Makes Key Appointments With Werry, Douglas

Lodging

SARATOGA, Wyoming—Brush Creek Ranch announced today the appointment of Sydney Werry as Wine Director and Robert Douglas as Culinary Director. Continuing to grow and enhance the Ranch’s already extensive culinary offerings, Werry and Douglas will oversee the wine and food programs across the Ranch’s three luxury properties, in addition to The Farm at Brush Creek epicurean destination and Green Mountain private ski area.

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Airbnb Experiences Hit a Speed Bump

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Today’s edition of Skift’s daily podcast looks at Airbnb’s Experiences pause, Delta Air Lines’ optimism, and funding roadblocks for African travel entrepreneurs.

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Radisson Hotel Group enters next phase of digital transformation with pioneering immersive experiences and localization

Hospitality Net

Radisson Hotel Group has launched the next phase of its comprehensive digital transformation with the introduction of a successful customer-first and innovative digital strategy based on immersive and localized experiences. Thanks to advanced hotel digital replicas, guests can now view the Group’s hotels virtually from their laptops, mobile phones, and VR headsets.

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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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Boeing Halts Delivery of Some 737 Max Aircraft As Southwest Will Be Impacted

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Nice and easy does it, Boeing. The FAA hopefully will place keen attention on the fixes given this aircraft's safety track record.

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LRE & Companies Reveals Plans for Mixed-Use Development in Rocklin, CA to Include Hilton Garden Inn

Hospitality Net

LRE & Companies, a real estate development, asset manager, construction, and hotel management company, has revealed the plans for University Square, a 10-acre mixed-use development project at the intersection of Sunset Boulevard and University Avenue in Rocklin, CA. With retail and hospitality components, University Square is the developer’s first project in the city but second in Placer County.

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5 Behaviors Great Sales Managers Exhibit to Drive Consistent Sales Results

Anthony Cole Training

Improve your sales management skills by implementing these 5 behaviors to help your sales team drive consistent results.

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JW Marriott Goa Debuts in India’s Coastal Paradise City

Hospitality Net

New Resort Welcomes Guests To A Haven Of Modern Luxury With Sophisticated Design, Curated Dining And Thoughtful Service.

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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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The Wigwam Set To Debut Comprehensive Renovation

Lodging

LITCHFIELD PARK, Arizona—The Wigwam, a uniquely Arizona resort where casual elegance meets historic charm in the West Valley of Phoenix, is embarking on a fresh multi-million-dollar renovation, breathing new life into its grounds and room and suite interiors. Providing almost a century of service, The Wigwam has become loved by locals and guests alike for its signature southwestern style casitas, glistening pools, family-friendly amenities, and award-winning golf courses, two of which were desig

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LA $25 Wage Proposal Puts Politics Over Policy, Say CHLA, AAHOA, HALA

Hospitality Net

The $25 an hour minimum wage proposed today by Los Angeles City Council Member Curren Price is a short-sighted, industry-specific mandate for political gain, that ignores accepted living wage policies and far less pay for teachers and city workers.

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TETRA Hotel and AC Hotel Sunnyvale Moffett Park Welcome Lane As Campus GM

Lodging

SUNNYVALE, California—TETRA Hotel, an Autograph Collection Hotel and AC Hotel Sunnyvale Moffett Park announce Alex Lane as the new Campus General Manager for the 364 room campus-style destination located in the heart of Silicon Valley. In addition to running the operations at both hotel properties, Alex will oversee more than 10,000 square feet of meeting and event spaces as well as multiple food and beverage concepts including TETRA’s signature restaurant Adresita, Japanese whisky bar Nokori, [

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Ennismore and Cain International Partner to Drive the Global Expansion of Delano

Hospitality Net

Ennismore - the fastest-growing lifestyle hospitality company and joint venture with Accor, which holds a majority shareholding - today announces it has entered into exclusive negotiations to build a long-term partnership with Cain International (“Cain”) – the privately held investment firm – to drive forward the global expansion of the iconic hotel brand Delano.

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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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Auberge Resorts Collection Appoints Maria Tsagarakis as GM of Santorini’s Grace Hotel

Lodging

MILL VALLEY, California—Auberge Resorts Collection is excited to announce the appointment of Maria Tsagarakis as the new general manager of the renowned Greece property. The appointment comes as Auberge Resorts Collection continues its expansion into Europe with the recent addition of Domaine Des Etangs (Massignac, France) and Collegio alla Querce (Florence, Italy – opening 2024).

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Meet the Money Returns on May 1-3, 2023 in Los Angeles: Program Highlights and Registration Details

Hospitality Net

Meet the Money®, the national hotel finance and investment conference, returns for its 30th year on May 1-3, at the Hyatt Regency LAX. Attendees can look forward to three days of deal-making, networking, and high-level presentations from some of the best-known names in the hospitality industry.

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Virdee Wins Inaugural Tech Pitch Competition at 2023 Convention & Trade Show

Lodging

LOS ANGELES, California—Virdee is taking home the top prize in the AAHOA Tech Pitch Competition, Co-Powered by HFTP. A panel of five judges with expertise in technology and hospitality chose Virdee’s guest experience technology platform from a field of eight finalists. Virdee Virtual Reception Software is aimed at helping properties become more efficient.

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UNWTO Strengthens Cooperation Around Tourism Investments

Hospitality Net

In this context, UNWTO has joined the World Investment for Development Alliance (WIDA). As part of the Alliance, UNWTO will work to enhance both the level and effectiveness of investment in the sector with the aim of supporting and accelerating the implementation of the Agenda 2030 and its Sustainable Development Goals.

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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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Rocco Forte Hotels to Open Hotel 2024 in Porto Cervo, Sardinia

Hotel News Resource

Formerly known as Hotel Le Palme, the resort is located in Liscia di Vacca, Porto Cervo, on what is known as Costa Smeralda. Patrizia Pozzi and Efisio Onali designed the resort landscape and architectural concept, while Patricia Urquiola has been appointed to the interior design.

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Is generative AI an existential threat to Google?

Hospitality Net

Google will be another winner from generative AI. In March 2023 Google had 75.3 billion visitors vs 1.6 billion for ChatGPT. There has been a very heated discussion about whether the launch of generative AI bots like ChatGPT marks the beginning of the end for Google Search near monopoly on finding the right answers about anything.

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It's Sort of Creepy, But I'm Still Using It: Rising Leaders Discuss Generative AI - By Bianca Sewake

Hotel News Resource

While some are anxious about what AI means for the future of marketers, we all agreed that the human touch is needed to utilize AI effectively, whether that is in content creation or brainstorming. Insights from the HSMAI Rising Marketing Leader Council.

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Travel and tourism sector deal activity down 40.7% YoY in Q1 2023, finds GlobalData

Hospitality Net

A total of 179 deals* were announced in the global travel and tourism sector during the first quarter (Q1) of 2023, which is a 40.7% decline compared to the announcement of 302 deals during the same period in 2022, according to GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company.

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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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REIT Alert: Website Valuation for Hotel Investors - By Leanne DeMaille

Hotel News Resource

In this article, we’ll discuss Wall Street’s new partiality for hotel investments over stocks, bonds, commodities, and even traditional commercial real estate (CRE) acquisitions in 2023, and why digital marketing must be considered when measuring risk.

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It’s time business travel embraced “train-bragging”

Hospitality Net

Are you a “train-bragger”? If you travel regularly for business, you may already be one – and if you are a corporate travel manager, you will certainly want more of your colleagues to be one, according to Liz Emmott, Global Distribution Director at Trainline Partner Solutions.

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James Latham adds new brand to Washroom Collection

Hotel Designs

Hotel Designs James Latham adds new brand to Washroom Collection James Latham adds new brand to Washroom Collection Pfleiderer’s range of high-performance laminates joins the James Latham Washroom Collection… James Latham , one of the UK’s leading independent distributors of architectural decors, adds Pfleiderer’s premium Compact Grade (CGL) and High Pressure Laminates (HPL) to its signature Washroom Collection.

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IHCL Announces the Opening of The Yellow House – an IHCL SeleQtions Hotel in Anjuna, Goa

Hospitality Net

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today announced the opening of The Yellow House, Anjuna - an IHCL SeleQtions hotel in Goa. Nestled in the lively neighborhood of Anjuna, the carefully restored hotel blends traditional Goan Portuguese style with modern luxury.

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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.