Wed.Jun 04, 2025

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Quore, LBA Hospitality Celebrate Nearly a Decade of Partnership

Lodging

FRANKLIN, TennesseeQuore announced the completion of a fully customized Preventive Maintenance (PM) template buildout for LBA Hospitality. Since 2017, LBA has partnered with Quore to enhance how its engineering and operations teams manage preventative maintenance, inspections, and asset protection. Today, all LBA-managed hotelsspanning a portfolio of more than 100 properties across global brands including Hilton, IHG, Marriott, Best Western, and Hyattleverage the Quore PM platform as their stand

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Marriott Is Deploying a Front Desk AI Tool. It Took Time to Get it Right

Skift Blog

Skift Take: The takeaway is to start small: You dont have to build the most transformative thing overnight.

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Spark by Hilton’s Conversion Model Powers Its Global Growth

Lodging

Spark by Hilton has grown quickly since the brand launched in January 2023. Designed as a premium economy lodging option, Spark is centered around providing guests and owners with value, quality, and consistency at an accessible price point. The brands first hotel opened in September 2023, and less than two years later, it has surpassed 100 open hotels.

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United Flight Attendants to Receive More Pay, Benefits After Heated Contract Talks

Skift Blog

Skift Take: The tentative agreement ends years of heated talks between flight attendants and United management. Just last year, flight attendants voted overwhelmingly to authorize a strike.

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How to Coach Reps on Overcoming Sales Objections with Confidence

Speaker: Brendan Sweeney, VP of Global Sales and David Phelan, Account Executive

In a world where buyers are more informed and objections are more nuanced, confidence isn't optional—it’s a competitive advantage. In high-stakes conversations, knowing how to handle pushback can make or break the deal. Join industry experts Brendan Sweeney and David Phelan for a behind-the-scenes look at how teams are transforming sales coaching with real-time feedback, objection-handling role plays, and pre-call preparation that actually sticks.

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Hunter Hotel Advisors Facilitates Sale of Hampton Inn & Suites Nashville Airport

Lodging

ATLANTA, GeorgiaHunter Hotel Advisors announced the sale of the Hampton Inn & Suites Nashville Airport. Image Hotels acquired the property from Tara Investments on May 23, 2025. The transaction was facilitated by Mayank Patel, senior vice president at Hunter. “We continue to trust Mayank and Hunter with our portfolio, and they were instrumental in this transaction, said Amit Patel, managing partner of Tara Investments. “This disposition supports our strategy of harvesting capital

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Hotel CEOs' Outlook, Airlines’ Climate Progress and Barry Sternlicht's Warning

Skift Blog

Skift Take: On todays pod, hotel CEOs discuss U.S. disappointments, IATAs boss criticizes fuel supply lines, and Starwoods founder warns big chains.

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AI Will Drive Hotels to Follow Amazon's Loyalty Playbook

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Hotel groups won't be content to just run hotels anymore, says Mit Shah, a hotel real estate investor. Soon they may offer student housing, adult active communities, and other "branded living" services thanks to the data-crunching potential unlocked by AI.

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Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa Announces Renovation to Meeting and Event Spaces

Lodging

BONITA SPRINGS, FloridaHyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa announced that it will begin a multi-million-dollar renovation to its meeting and event spaces in mid-July. Expected to be completed early fall, the project will update the resort’s event capabilities. “We are incredibly excited to introduce these reimagined spaces later this year, designed to inspire and connect,” said Rhett Wilson, director of sales and marketing at Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Sp

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Airlines Commit to 2050 Net Zero Goal, But Warn Flyers Face Higher Fares

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Airlines may be sticking to their net zero goal, but they are now signalling that passengers may have to help foot the bill.

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NoMad Hotels Announces Michigan Debut

Lodging

DETROIT, MichiganNoMad Hotels has announced its debut in Michigan, following an agreement with Ford Motor Company to open a nearly 180-guestroom hotel in Detroit. The hotel will be housed within The Station at Michigan Central, a 30-acre tech and cultural hub. NoMad Detroit closely follows the announcement of the brands Asia debut in Singapore, after Sydell Group and Hilton partnered together in a joint venture to grow the NoMad brand.

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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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Hilton's Twin Hotel Project in Delhi: Waldorf Astoria Coming to Aerocity

Skift Blog

Skift Take: India's booming travel space is a beckoning call for all players, and Hilton is no exception. The latest signing in Delhi is testament that the Indian travel landscape has capacity to support every possible brand strategy, provided it comes at the right time and with the right gusto.

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The Brit List Awards 2025: Judging Panel Reveal!

Hotel Designs

Hotel Designs The Brit List Awards 2025: Judging Panel Reveal! The Brit List Awards 2025: Judging Panel Reveal! Get ready to be inspired – The Brit List Awards 2025 is turning up the excitement with the official reveal of this years powerhouse judging panel! Handpicked for their innovation, influence, and deep industry insight, these esteemed professionals represent the pinnacle of excellence in interior design, architecture, and hospitality.

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Airlines Commit to 2050 Net Zero Goal, But Warn Fliers Face Higher Fares

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Airlines may be sticking to their net zero goal, but they are now signalling that passengers may have to help foot the bill.

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Appellation, Deepak Chopra launch AMEYALLI Park City

Hotel Business

Culinary-first hotel brand Appellation has joined forces with wellness pioneer Dr. Deepak Chopra to create a wellness destination community AMEYALLI Park City by Appellation, set to debut in 2026. Built around a natural geothermal spring used by humans for nearly five millennia, AMEYALLI is located on 78 acres in the mountain town of Midway, UT. With 28 natural hot springs and views of the Wasatch Mountains, Appellation will manage and operate the property, consisting of an 80-key hotel and a Ch

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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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Ennismore expands its presence in the Americas

Boutique Hotel News

Reading Time: 2 minutes US/Latin America: Lifestyle hospitality group Ennismore is expanding its presence in the Americas with a series of hotel signings in Mexico and the United States. Four of its brands – Delano , Hyde , The Hoxton , and Mama Shelter – will enter the Mexican market for the first time, with projects confirmed in Los Cabos and Mexico City.

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Beach towel purchasing tips for hotels & resorts

Hotel Business

Summer is right around the corner, so now is the time to stock up on pool and beach towels for your hotel and resort guests. Your guests are ready to spend hours outdoors by the pool, at the beach, on the water slides or in the hot tub, so you must be ready too. Here are some quick tips on choosing the right wholesale beach towels for your hospitality business: Are cotton or cotton-poly pool towels best for hotels?

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Exclusive first look – Four Seasons Mauritius at Anahita by 1508 London

Hotel Designs

Hotel Designs Exclusive first look Four Seasons Mauritius at Anahita by 1508 London Exclusive first look Four Seasons Mauritius at Anahita by 1508 London With an extensive enhancement project underway, Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita shares a preview of its upcoming transformed villas and residence rentals… The design team at 1508 London was appointed to create an immersive and sensory environment for the guests at Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita, by establishing a seam

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KFC Chief Digital Officer and Former Marriott Executive Joins Jurny to Accelerate AI-Powered PMS Growth

Hospitality Tech

Tuscano brings enterprise-scale expertise as Jurny expands Hospitality First Agentic AI PMS platform across hospitalityfrom short term rentals to global hotel brands.

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Dont 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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Nobu opens first hotel in Canada with launch of Nobu Hotel Toronto

Boutique Hotel News

Reading Time: < 1 minute Canada: Luxury hotel brand Nobu Hospitality has opened Nobu Hotel Toronto, marking the brand’s debut in the country. Located in the city’s Entertainment District, the hotel occupies the top floors of the west tower of Nobu Residences, bringing together the brand ’s hospitality, culinary and residential concepts in one building.

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How Restaurant Tech is Leveling the Playing Field for Independents

Hospitality Tech

Independents dont need to act like chainsthey need tools built for how they really work.

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VENTO by Aliseo: the hairdryer for the hotel of the future

Hotel Designs

Hotel Designs VENTO by Aliseo: the hairdryer for the hotel of the future VENTO by Aliseo: the hairdryer for the hotel of the future Introducing VENTO – the first hotel-exclusive hairdryer with a brushless motor. Compact, powerful, and ultra-quiet, it delivers premium performance with wellness benefits and energy efficiency built in… Hotels today are expected to provide more than just comfort they must deliver smart, efficient solutions that elevate the guest experience.

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Wellness Real Estate Report 2025: Major Wellness Hotels Outshine in Revenue and Profit

Hotel News Resource

Article - Wellness Real Estate Report 2025: Major Wellness Hotels Outshine in Revenue and Profit - Major Wellness Hotels Excel in Revenue and Profit Growth in 2024, According to Wellness Real Estate Report

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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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Beneath the Calm: Profit Margins Face Subtle Strain in U.S. Hotels

HotStats

Q1 2025 P&L Snapshot: What U.S. Hotels Are Really Telling Us The first quarter of 2025 painted a relatively stable picture for U.S. hotels. Revenue crept up, gross operating profit margins remained intact, and costs, particularly laborappeared manageable. But under this surface-level steadiness lies a more nuanced story, one marked by segment-level divergence and signs of strain that are impossible to ignore.

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Unifor Members at Best Western Plus Begin Strike Action

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WINDSOR, Ont. Unifor Local 195 members working at the Best Western Plus in Windsor, Ont. are on the picket line in a push for fair wages and to fight back against concessionary demands from their employer. Unifor members at Best Western Plus deserve wages that reflect the value they bring to the hospitality sector and respect for the hard work they do every day, says Unifor national president Lana Payne.

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Cabot Trail Motel

Webrezpro

Retreat to Cabot Trail Motel, nestled along the shores of Nova Scotias Bras dOr Lake at the head of the world-famous Cabot Trail. Hikers, bikers, and other explorers are all welcome to sample their fresh seafood straight from the dock. They have both private waterfront and an outdoor heated pool. Cabot Trail Motel has chosen […] The post Cabot Trail Motel appeared first on WebRezPro.

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HB Exclusive: Kalibri introduces Profit Platform

Hotel Business

Kalibri has launched what it calls a hospitality industry firstProfit Platforma purpose-built solution designed to help hotels power profit and grow owners asset values. Powered by the companys transaction-level data and predictive AI, the platform gives hotel owners, operators and asset managers the tools to move beyond RevPAR and topline metrics, it reports.

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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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The Power of LEGO® Serious Play® in the Hospitality Industry: Unlocking creativity and collaboration

eHotelier

Based on the above statement, LEGO Serious Play (LSP) is a facilitated thinking, communication, and problem-solving technique that uses LEGO bricks

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Tara Investments sells Nashville Hampton Inn to Image Hotels

Hotel Business

Hunter Hotel Advisors has brokered the sale of the Hampton Inn & Suites Nashville-Airport from Tara Investments to Image Hotels. The transaction was facilitated by Mayank Patel, SVP, Hunter. We continue to trust Mayank and Hunter with our portfolio, and they were instrumental in this transaction, said Amit Patel, managing partner, Tara Investments.

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5 Restaurant Tech Trends to Watch

Hospitality Tech

At the 2025 NRA Show, hospitality experts discussed how restaurants and hotels are moving beyond point solutions to build smarter, more connected operations with cloud platforms, automation, and AI.

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NCG Hospitality to open Flagstaff, AZ’s first dual-branded property

Hotel Business

NCG Hospitality has revealed that the dual-branded Home2 Suites by Hilton Flagstaff and Tru by Hilton Flagstaff in Arizona is set to open in August. The new property will offer a combined 204 rooms113 extended-stay suites at Home2 Suites by Hilton and 91 guestrooms at Tru by Hilton. Were thrilled to introduce Flagstaffs first dual-branded hotel, designed to offer guests more choices, elevated amenities and unmatched convenience, said Eric Rottier, COO, NCG Hospitality.

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5 Ways You Can Win Faster with Gen AI in Sales

Incorporating generative AI (gen AI) into your sales process can speed up your wins through improved efficiency, personalized customer interactions, and better informed decision- making. Gen AI is a game changer for busy salespeople and can reduce time-consuming tasks, such as customer research, note-taking, and writing emails, and provide insightful data analysis and recommendations.