Hotel Business

JANUARY 11, 2023

Hilton has launched its 19th brand, Spark by Hilton, marking the company’s debut in the premium economy segment. Bill Duncan, global head, all suites and focused service brands, Hilton, told Hotel Business that the brand has been in the planning stage for about a year. “Hilton is always looking for opportunities to do two things: to work with customers potentially we haven’t worked with before and serve them no matter where they travel around the world, any trip occasion and any need; and also t

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Catala Consulting

JANUARY 11, 2023

Table of Contents Introduction The hotel industry is a highly competitive market, and it’s vital for hotels to keep their variable costs low in order to remain profitable. Variable costs are those expenses that change with the number of occupied rooms. In this article, we will discuss what variable costs are, how they are calculated, and how they can be managed to increase profitability.

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Hotel Business

JANUARY 11, 2023

Loews Hotels & Co has promoted Monica Xuereb to the role of chief commercial officer (CCO). She was previously chief revenue officer for the New York-based hospitality company, which owns and operates 26 hotels in the U.S. and Canada. In this new position, she leads the company’s commercial strategy, including oversight of the key disciplines of revenue management, sales and marketing, catering and conference services, brand, communications, eCommerce, distribution and the customer engagemen

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The Cosmos

JANUARY 11, 2023

Have you ever planned out your family trip? or been on a business trip? People are going on long holidays that will take away their daily stress. But sometimes they do not have time to do all the planning for the vacations. Many people these days depend on tours and travel agencies. So they do not have to worry about these things but can only enjoy them with their loved ones.

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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

Hotel Business

JANUARY 11, 2023

Noble Investment Group has appointed former IHG chief development officer, Americas Joel Eisemann as a senior advisor. He retired from IHG Hotels & Resorts in 2022 after 11 years with the company. Under his leadership, IHG launched five new brands in the Americas and grew to approximately 5,000 hotels open and in the pipeline. Previously, he was with Marriott International for 29 years as chief development officer, select-service and extended-stay brands; chief owner & franchise relation

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eHotelier

JANUARY 11, 2023

Cendyn’s Pegasus CRS ranks #1 in the Central Reservations Systems category on Hotel Tech Report and won the title 'Best Central Reservations Systems of 2023’.

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Hotel Business

JANUARY 11, 2023

TPG Hotels & Resorts, a hospitality management firm, has assumed management of 10 properties previously operated by PeachState Hospitality. The portfolio consists of eight Marriott select-service hotels and two IHG select-service hotels, all located in the state of Georgia. “PeachState Hospitality is a leading owner and developer in our industry, and we are pleased to welcome them as a new partner and these exceptional properties into our portfolio,” said Tim Muir, chief developm

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Boutique Hotel News

JANUARY 11, 2023

Portugal: Hotel management, investment, technology and development company Highgate has launched HG Portugal, expanding the group’s operational presence in the region. HG Portugal launches with a portfolio of 18 hotels spanning the Algarve, Lisbon, Porto, and several other markets throughout Portugal. It comes as Highgate, alongside Davidson Kempner Capital Manager and Kronos, acquire the Portuguese investment manager ECS Capital.

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Hotel Business

JANUARY 11, 2023

Aimbridge Hospitality has been retained to manage the White House Inn Napa Valley recently acquired by investment company Cambridge Lansdowne. Located in downtown Napa Valley, CA, the property is managed through Aimbridge Hospitality’s Evolution Lifestyle operating division. Future plans include renovations of the interior and exterior of the resort-style hotel to bring a refreshed classical look to the historic yet modern property.

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Boutique Hotel News

JANUARY 11, 2023

UK: The London EDITION has appointed Paul Walters as general manager. . Walters has gained international experience working in luxury lifestyle hotels in Sydney, Bali, Hong Kong and Mexico with brands including Principal and W Hotels. . Originally from Australia, Walters has spent 10 years in London and has held general manager roles at Kimpton Fitzroy London, The Langham London, and with The Doyle Collection.

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Hospitality Today

JANUARY 11, 2023

Helping hotels gain more direct bookings with smart and user-friendly tools

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Hospitality Today

JANUARY 11, 2023

Transition from hotel firm to tech platform likely would raise stock values and returns

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Hospitality Today

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Hospitality Today

JANUARY 11, 2023

The OTAs business model was a major reason for its slowing growth leading up to the pandemic

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Hospitality Today

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Hospitality Today

JANUARY 11, 2023

Hotels see dramatic growth in global distribution system bookings - an indicator that business travel is on the rebound

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Hospitality Today

JANUARY 11, 2023

70% of corporations have either returned to the pre-pandemic normal or increased amounts of business travel

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Hospitality Today

JANUARY 11, 2023

UMusic Hotels is a new international brand that offers first-class accommodations and entertainment

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Hospitality Today

JANUARY 11, 2023

Hoteliers are optimistic that staffing issues, particularly within housekeeping departments, will ease in 2023

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