Mon.Apr 17, 2023

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MCR’s Morse Urges Hotel Owners To Push Rate, Cut Out OTAs

Lodging

Referring to AAHOA as the “greatest American dream story,” Tyler Morse of MCR delivered a keynote during AAHOACON ’23 in which he offered plenty of business advice for association members on everything from rate strategies to dealing with disruptors. Morse, who is CEO of MCR—one of the largest owner/operators in the U.S. lodging industry—began by imploring hoteliers to push rate.

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Airbnb’s Uncertain Experiences Strategy

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Today’s edition of Skift’s daily podcast looks closer at Airbnb’s Experiences pullback, the impact of the silent traveler, and the glamour and practicality of European night trains.

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Hotels Grab Opportunity for F&B Profits, Guest Satisfaction Through ‘To Go’ Markets

Lodging

As hotels continue to move away from traditional full-service food & beverage outlets in the wake of the pandemic, Grab & Go markets or food pantries have emerged as the ‘go to’ for today’s guests. Hotel companies and brands alike have identified these options as the best way to meet the changing demands of time-starved guests with the food items they crave.

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India Daily: International Hotel Brands Dig Into Luxury to Attract a Growing Middle Class

Skift Blog

Skift Take: A growing middle class with high disposable income as well as the big fat wedding industry are fueling the Indian luxury hotels market.

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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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Peachtree Group Appoints Jarred Bussert as Vice President, Information Technology

Lodging

ATLANTA—Peachtree Group announced the appointment of Jarred Bussert as vp, information technology. In this newly created role, Bussert will be responsible for all aspects of the company’s IT infrastructure, including all business applications, information security and data integrity. “Jarred’s experience and achievements demonstrate his commitment to supporting business strategies with technology infrastructure,” said Greg Friedman, Peachtree’s managing principal an

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American Airlines Pilots Move Ahead With Potential Air Line Pilots Association Merger

Skift Blog

Skift Take: The comparison between the two unions seems in many ways to be the typical one between a large institutional organization and a smaller one that is more agile but has fewer resources.

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Marriott’s New Ad Campaign Touts Its Loyalty Program in a Murky Direct Booking Future

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Marriott's new ad campaign for its loyalty program doesn't explicitly mention online travel agencies. But the ad's gist is that you can find a hotel for any taste and budget on its app. Why book anywhere else?

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Ritz-Carlton Breaks the Mold in the Maldives With New Training Campus

Skift Blog

Skift Take: EHL Hospitality Business School believes its new center on Fari Campus could help hotels retain employees for longer with a bespoke education program. It's certainly one way to solve the labor shortage.

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Boutique Hotel Brand Maisons Pariente Braves the Paris Market

Skift Blog

Skift Take: The first three hotels in Maisons Pariente’s portfolio focused on understated luxury in resort destinations. But, can the family owned company succeed in Europe's capital of luxury hotels?

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Australia Welcomes Far Fewer Chinese Tourists Than Expected

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Numbers are at just a fifth compared to before the pandemic, with geopolitical and educational tourism issues at play here.

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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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Brazil’s Retaliatory Visa Rules Would Hurt Its International Tourism Recovery

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Brazil understandably wants equal treatment for its citizens when it comes to visa policies, but right now doesn't seem like the best time.

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