Tue.Jun 13, 2023

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Highest Paid U.S. Airline CEOs in 2022

Skift Blog

Skift Take: United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby replaced Delta's Ed Bastian as the highest-paid U.S. airline chief in 2022. Here's how much the industry's leading executives took home — as well as how their pay was calculated.

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An authentically Adelaide stay – inside TRYP by Wyndham Pulteney Street

Hotel Management

Powered by the city, TRYP celebrates the energy that ignites Adelaide. One of the newest hotels to open in the South Australian capital is TRYP by Wyndham Pulteney Street Adelaide. It has quickly garnered a reputation for delivering uniquely Adelaide stays through its brand ethos to celebrate the city, its central location, beautifully appointed accommodation, and exceptional service.

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Formula 1 Tourism Comes to GetYourGuide

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Today's edition of Skift's daily podcast looks closer at airfares in India, F1 racing tourism, and a revived short-term rental brand.

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Above Property Services (APS) Debuts the Latest Advances in Hotel Technology at HITEC in Toronto

Hospitality Net

Attendees at this year’s HITEC®, the world’s largest hospitality technology conference, will get an exclusive preview of the latest advances in hotel technology from Above Property Services (APS®). The company is a long-time featured exhibitor at the Hospitality Industry Technology Exposition and Conference, hosted by HFTP (Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals), which takes place in Toronto, Canada, June 26-29, 2023.

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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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Saudi Arabia’s Hotel Construction Surge Triggers Supply Chain Concerns

Skift Blog

Skift Take: While the booming hotel development pipeline in Saudi Arabia is expected to cause disruptions, the hotel industry sees an opportunity to prioritize ESG goals. Will this construction frenzy lead to a green revolution?

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Two Master’s Degrees from Les Roches, on Forbes’ list of the best Business School programs

Hospitality Net

Forbes has published its list of the best business school programs in Spain. Among them, the Executive Master’s in International Hotel Management and the MBA in International Hotel Management stand out, two postgraduate programs from Les Roches, which is also the only school in this ranking specifically oriented towards luxury hospitality and tourism.

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Kirkwood Collection Expands Palm Springs Portfolio With Three Luxury Historic New Properties

Hospitality Net

Continuing the momentum from their most recent acquisition in November 2022, the luxury boutique hotel group Kirkwood Collection is thrilled to announce that they have acquired three luxury, historic properties in Palm Springs: La Serena Villas, Del Marcos Hotel and The Three Fifty Hotel. All located in the heart of downtown Palm Springs, the addition of these hotels expands their Greater Palm Springs portfolio to five properties and brings the Kirkwood Collection portfolio to ten boutique hotel

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Unlocking the Power of Guest Reviews With Smart Technology

Skift Blog

Skift Take: In recent years, social media and guest reviews have made a profound impact on the hotel industry. Savvy hotel operators who are willing and able to use guest feedback to improve their service can boost satisfaction and increase bookings, especially if they’re equipped with the right guest engagement software.

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Cocktail Trends: what tipple will you be cheersing in 2023?

Hospitality Net

Cocktails are a great marker of the times we live in and fascinating trends to follow for those mixologists serving on the front-line as well as those at the front of the line at the bar! This year our cocktail shakers are going to be filled with blasts from the past (the 90s to be precise), new takes on the classic Negroni, and a certain je ne sais quoi from the cocktail-drinking experience.

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India Daily: Domestic Air Traffic Rose 15 Percent in May 

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Despite a boom in air travel, India’s aviation sector continues to reel under rising jet fuel prices, pilot and crew shortage, and grounded aircraft.

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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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Radisson Blu Hotel Abuja CBD will open early-2025

Hospitality Net

Following the recent signing of Radisson Collection Abuja, is the announcement of the first Radisson Blu hotel in Nigeria’s capital city, the Group’s 10th hotel and 3rd Radisson Blu in Nigeria.

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Airbnb ‘De Facto Ban’ Delayed by New York City

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Airbnb has more time as New York said it will not enforce new restrictions until September.

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Maestro All-In-One PMS to Showcase an Array of NEW Solutions & Enhancements at HITEC Toronto

Hospitality Net

This month at HITEC® Toronto, Maestro PMS will showcase the latest enhancements to its popular Web Browser based cloud and on-premises all-in-one PMS solution for independent hotels, luxury resorts, conference centers, vacation rentals, and multi-property groups. From mobile apps and mobile guest messaging to itinerary building and kiosk check in, the industry’s preferred provider of PMS solutions will display an array of NEW software tools and technologies in Booth 1225 at the Metro Toronto Con

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Rapid growth at SLH sees 22 hotels join portfolio in first half

Hotel Management

Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) has added 22 hotels to its portfolio since the beginning of the year, seven of which mark new openings in 2023. In Spain, Seda Club Hotel in Granada opened its doors in February 2023, offering old-world glamour and contemporary luxury, while The Lodge Mallorca opened in May 2023, presenting an adults-only rural escape on a farm of more than 157 hectares of a private and nature reserve.

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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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12 Easy Ways To Secure More Direct Voice Reservations

Hospitality Net

Despite the predictions of its demise, the voice reservations channel is alive and well for all sectors of the lodging industry. For decades now, pundits have predicted the death of voice as a booking channel. First, it was the emergence of OTA’s, then the birth of the smartphone, then the emergence of the concept of imaginary “generations” based on birth year, which supposedly have homogenous attitudes about technology vs. people.

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InterContinental Sydney reveals exclusive dining space

Hotel Management

InterContinental Sydney has introduced an intimate private dining venue following the hotel’s $120 million renovation. The Rotunda, a circular dining space located on the second floor, is available for exclusive hire and can cater for up to 16 guests. Following the botanical theme evident throughout the hotel’s redesign, the space features lush green velvet and a green marble table formed out of Verde Oceania marble.

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Travel Like Mariah Carey this Summer with a Stay at her Booking.com Vacation Rental in Beverly Hills

Hospitality Net

Looking to travel like a star this summer? Booking.com and beloved musical icon, singer and songwriter Mariah Carey are offering travelers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to vacation just like Mimi this summer, with a special overnight trip package at her favorite Beverly Hills vacation rental on Booking.com, where she’s been living it up for the past three months.

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Building sustainable partnerships

Hotel Management

In today’s world, businesses must take a proactive approach to sustainability, and the importance of Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) commitments has never been greater. This is evident for ahs hospitality who have recently undergone a thorough evaluation of their equipment, technology, and supply chain practices to determine ways to optimise their business and enhance their value proposition.

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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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Mastercard Economics Institute Releases Travel Industry Trends 2023

Hospitality Net

New insights from the Mastercard Economics Institute reveal that consumers are taking advantage of a more traditional travel ecosystem in 2023, prioritizing leisure travel and pioneering new corridors around the world. Released today, Travel Industry Trends 2023 delivers key insights about the global state of travel, punctuated by shifting economic landscapes, persistent consumer demands, and a reopening of mainland China.

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Gansevoort Hotel Adds Members Club: Founder’s Lessons To NOT ‘Hemorrhage Money’

Skift Blog

Skift Take: It's rare for boutique hoteliers to share lessons learned the hard way, at least in public. Kudos to Michael Achenbaum, creator of The Gansevoort in New York, for revealing some missteps to avoid when adding a members club to a hotel.

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Radisson Hotel Group announces its 11th hotel in Nigeria

Hospitality Net

Further expanding the Group’s presence as its 11th hotel in Nigeria and 7th hotel in operation and under development in Lagos, is the highly anticipated debut of the bold and cutting-edge upscale Radisson RED brand in Nigeria.

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Club Wyndham Wanaka begins major room refurbishment project

Hotel Management

Wyndham Destinations Asia Pacific is undertaking a NZ$2.2 million refurbishment project of Club Wyndham Wanaka’s apartments and common facilities to boost interest among members and drive off-peak occupancy levels. All 68 apartments will be redesigned and repainted, while furniture, soft furnishings, and carpets will be replaced. All good quality used furniture will be donated to local non-profit organisations and charities.

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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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Radisson Hotel Group announces Radisson Collection Resort, Marsa Alam Port Phoenice

Hospitality Net

Scheduled to open in early 2025, the resort, which introduces Egypt to the Group’s premium lifestyle brand, Radisson Collection, will be situated in Port Phoenice on the Red Sea, a waterfront premier integrated resort community boasting luxury residents, golf estates, water activities, retail centers, hospitals, and schools and easily accessible from Marsa Alam International Airport (only 35 minutes’ drive away).The resort location makes it an excellent spot for a vacation, with venues for dinin

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Radisson Hotel Group grows presence in Africa with seven signings

Hotel Management

Radisson Hotel Group is expanding its presence in Africa with the announcement of seven hotel signings, adding over 1,400 rooms, so far this year. The latest signings will see a new market entry in Gambia and the introduction of the first Radisson Collection in Nigeria and Egypt, the first Radisson RED hotel in Nigeria, and the introduction of the Radisson brand to Kenya.

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STR Weekly Insights: 28 May – 3 June 2023

Hospitality Net

U.S. hotel industry performance declined, which is typical for the week that contains the Memorial Day holiday. Occupancy (61.6%) was down 1.5 percentage points (ppts) year over year (YoY) and 5.1ppts week over week (WoW).

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Video: Virgin Australia’s Velocity partnership with Luxury Escapes

Hotel Management

Virgin Australia’s Velocity Frequent Flyer loyalty program and Luxury Escapes are set to join forces in an exclusive new strategic partnership. From mid-year, Velocity’s more than 11 million members, and Luxury Escapes’ 3 million Australian customers will be able to earn and redeem Velocity Points on thousands of luxury holiday packages, hotels, cruises, tours and experiences at luxuryescapes.com, setting a new benchmark in value and rewards for these travellers.

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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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Shiji and Evention Form Strategic Partnership to Enhance Financial Operations in the Hospitality Industry

Hospitality Net

Shiji, the global hospitality innovator, is pleased to announce its strategic partnership with Evention, a leading provider of financial reconciliation and gratuity management solutions for hotel finance operations. This collaboration aims to enhance financial processes within the hospitality industry, delivering improved efficiency and accuracy to hotel finance teams.

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Webinar: Steering Travel Toward Measurable Sustainability Goals

Skift Blog

Skift Take: In a recent panel discussion, industry leaders from Uber for Business and Mastercard joined Skift to discuss the need for measurable sustainability goals in business travel and how companies can implement clear strategies for reducing CO2 emissions.

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Radisson Blu Beach Resort & Spa, Banjul will mark the Radisson Hotel Group’s debut in Gambia

Hospitality Net

The new-build, 462 room hotel currently under construction, marks the Group’s debut in Gambia as the first internationally branded hotel in the country.

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Revolutionizing the Hospitality Industry: The Power of App Development in Hotel Digital Transformation

Are Morch

The hospitality industry is undergoing a remarkable digital transformation, with technology playing a vital role in enhancing guest experiences and streamlining operations. Mobile applications empower hotels to provide personalized services, improve communication, and optimize various processes. This article will explore how app development revolutionizes the hospitality industry, guest experiences, and operational efficiency.

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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.