Hotel Management

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

IHG’s neighbourhood-inspired boutique brand Hotel Indigo has made its Sydney debut with the opening of a 105-room Potts Point hotel this week. Hotel Indigo Sydney Potts Point opened on Thursday following Pro-invest Group’s multi-million-dollar refurbishment of the property. Tucked behind the city’s iconic Coca-Cola billboard, the revamped hotel is designed to reflect the eclectic Kings Cross neighbourhood, a long-time hotspot of hospitality and entertainment.

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Are Morch

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Search engine optimization (SEO) has been the buzzword in marketing since the advent of digital marketing. Businesses in all industries now rely on SEO to improve their visibility on the internet with the hope of catching the attention of potential customers. People rely on search engines (e.g. Google or Bing) to figure out life on […] The post Driving Direct Bookings: Effective SEO Techniques for Hotel Websites appeared first on Are Morch, Digital Transformation Coach.

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Hospitality Net

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

A hotel’s guest directory is often regarded by guests as a valuable reference tool. Containing all the information they might need during the course of their stay – from hotel facilities and local attractions, through to F&B menus, local transport links, special promotions and links to booking systems, to name just a few. For hoteliers however, it is a valuable avenue towards those all-important, revenue driving, upsell opportunities.

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Hotel Management

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Hilton is leveraging Gen Z’s favourite social media platform TikTok to expand its team – and improve brand awareness as a result – with an Australian industry-first recruitment pilot launching on Thursday November 9. The six-week recruitment campaign, #HireMeHilton, encourages TikTok users to apply for a range of roles across its 17 properties by posting a 30-60 second video on the platform explaining or demonstrating how they would ‘Make the Stay’ memorable for its guests.

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Advertiser: ZoomInfo

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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Hospitality Net

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Prominent New Zealand hospitality management company, Capstone Hotel Management (Capstone), is today celebrating 10 years of growth with SiteMinder, the name behind the only software platform that unlocks the full revenue potential of hotels. The anniversary comes as Capstone ignites a fresh spree of partnerships, with plans to expand its portfolio from 18 properties to 22 in the next three months.

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Hotel Management

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Bar45 at 45 Park Lane in London has launched its new cocktail menu inspired by the artistic fusion found all throughout the hotel and beyond. Designed as a continuum of 45 Park Lane’s creative art journey, the new cocktail menu mirrors artwork that adorn the hotel’s walls, and is inspired by various masterpieces from around the world. From Japanese artist Yayoi Kusuma’s multi-coloured polka dots to the subversive work of surrealist painter Magritte.

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Hotel Management

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

With stylish new luxury hotels, standout bars and restaurants, a thriving entertainment scene and an ideal location in the heart of the City of Angels, it is no surprise West Hollywood is one of America’s hottest destinations. West Hollywood is firmly where the action is in Los Angeles right now and thanks to the arrival of several world-class luxury hotels, the city is capturing the attention of local and international travellers like never before.

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Hospitality Net

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

COMO Hotels & Resorts is delighted to announce the opening of its latest luxury destination, COMO Alpina Dolomites which will open its doors on 7th December 2023. This luxury year-round resort, located in Northern Italy’s South Tyrol, promises an unparalleled alpine experience.

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eHotelier

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

The pre-stay stage gives you a great opportunity to engage with your guests and set the tone for their upcoming experience. However, it's essential to remember that not all guests are the same, and a one-size-fits-all approach won't yield the best results.

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Hospitality Net

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Juggling maintenance and sustainability in a property is a balancing act between deciding what level of maintenance we want to achieve and can afford and ensuring that the property runs as efficiently as possible without compromising on service or standards.

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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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eHotelier

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Concentrating on the mental health of your talent can not only increase staff productivity and reduce staff turnover, but also enhance the guest experience with a proven effect on your bottom line. Here are a few strategies to help you achieve that.

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Hospitality Net

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

The hospitality industry has entered a new era, one characterized by the innovative use of spaces and hyper-personalized services that have transformed the way we stay and experience places. Gone are the days of bland services and generic stays – a new generation of tech-savvy experience seekers has taken center stage. These modern travelers demand unique and engaging experiences, and they expect hotel staff to provide them.

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Cloudbeds

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Think of the last time you made a payment online. Maybe it was placing an order on Amazon or calling an Uber. These transactions are as simple as clicking a button, and the rewards are almost immediate. Now, think about the payment experience you offer guests. Is their information auto-populated via Apple Pay, or do they have to dig through their bag to find a credit card?

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Revinate

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

The Hotel Moment podcast — episode 71 In this week’s episode of the Hotel Moment podcast, Karen Stephens, Revinate CRO, and Patrick Norton, VP of Sales and Marketing at Brittain Resorts & Hotels, discuss how building guest profiles is a journey — a journey hoteliers need to take if they want [.] The post Build intelligent operations and let data drive direct bookings appeared first on Revinate.

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Advertiser: ZoomInfo

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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Webrezpro

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Kick back and relax at Bayfront Inn. Nestled on the waterfront of St. Augustine, Florida, this inn comes with everything you need to forget your worries. They have free parking, a sparkling pool, and fresh-baked chocolate chip cookies in the afternoon. You can stroll St. Augustine’s historic streets or sunbathe by the sea.

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MediaBoom

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

SEO reputation management is a must, as companies only have one image. Once it’s tarnished, building it back to rights can be difficult. You don’t want the specter of bad decisions harming your SEO and brand, so how do you use SEO to manage your online reputation? You can improve SEO reputation management by auditing your website and improving it based on the results, inviting more user-generated content, showcasing behind-the-scenes views of your brand, publishing high-value content, and creati

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Webrezpro

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

When it comes to finding the perfect hotel software to power seamless operations and guest experience, there’s no one-fits-all solution. That’s because when it comes to delivering a great guest experience, every property is unique.

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eZee Absolute

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

The hospitality landscape is evolving, and in this dynamic environment, your ability to provide top-notch services while optimizing your operations has never been more critical. The emergence of 5G technology in the hospitality industry presents a unique opportunity for hoteliers like you to take a giant leap forward, offering a guest experience that’s faster, smarter, and more immersive than ever before.

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MediaBoom

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Hotel SEO remains one of the most valuable tools in any marketer’s kit as hotel numbers in the United States climb. With over 165,000 hotels on American soil , yours must rank well to be on the average consumer’s radar. What is search engine optimization, and why is it important for hotels? SEO for hotels encompasses hotel owners’ strategies to increase their position in search engine results pages.

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Hotel Business

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Nashville experienced strong growth for meetings and events since last year at 31.5%, according to Knowland’s sales intelligence platform. Las Vegas came in second seeing 20.3% year-over-year growth. Overall, U.S. industry growth of meetings and events increased by 12.8%. Nashville was the hot spot for conventions and meetings, bolstered by healthcare and financial/banking as its top industry drivers.

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Hotel Designs

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Hotel Designs ME by Meliá to debut in Asia Pacific ME by Meliá to debut in Asia Pacific ME Guangzhou is set to open in 2027, becoming, what Meliá describes as, “a benchmark hotel for modernity and luxury in China…” Meliá Hotels International, a hotel group that has actioned an aggressive growth plan in recent years , has announced ME Guangzhou, a collaboration between ME by Meliá and Guangzhou Aocheng Investment Company Ltd, set to open in 2027.

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Hotel Business

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

KSL Resorts has Frank Rodgers as its newest global sales director. Overseeing leisure sales—including the retail travel agent market—as well as the wholesale market, consortia and tour groups, Rodgers will report to Chris Riccardi, KSL Resorts’ SVP, global sales strategy. According to Riccardi, Rodgers is an experienced sales executive and will be a brand ambassador for the leisure market, playing a pivotal role in the company’s overall sales strategy.

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Advertiser: ZoomInfo

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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Hospitality Tech

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

This strategic partnership will empower RoomRaccoon users to tap into a worldwide distribution marketplace and directly market and sell their rooms to B2B demand partners at scale.

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Hotel Business

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

In the Latin America Construction Pipeline Trend Report from Lodging Econometrics (LE) , analysts report the total construction pipeline stands at 579 projects/95,144 rooms at the close of Q3 2023. The region’s pipeline project counts are up slightly, at 6% year-over-year (YOY) by projects and 5% YOY by rooms. At the Q3 close, there were 93 new project announcements (NPAs), accounting for 415,416 rooms, marking the largest number of new project and room announcements in Latin America since Q2 20

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Hospitality Tech

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

The combination of the two systems gives hoteliers proactive data intelligence, empowering more educated decision-making that will yield more bookings throughout the reservations cycle, and into the future.

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Hotel Business

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

The Sather Hotel Berkeley, SureStay Collection by Best Western, has opened in Berkeley, CA. The hotel has undergone a refresh and features 32 guestrooms, complete with flat-screen televisions, microwaves and mini-fridges. The Sather Hotel Berkeley also offers a complimentary breakfast each morning and free WiFi. “Guests of The Sather Hotel Berkeley, SureStay Collection by Best Western will be pleased with the excellent comfort, value and service they will receive during their hotel stay,” said D

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Hotel Designs

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Hotel Designs Form meets functionality with Bagnodesign Form meets functionality with Bagnodesign A luxurious hotel bathroom designed to promote wellbeing is increasingly an essential for sophisticated travellers – Bagnodesign delivers on both style and comfort… Design that successfully combines standout form and function is the minimal expectation for the hotel bathroom, particularly in the context of today’s increasingly crowded and competitive marketplace.

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Hotel Business

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Sonesta International Hotels Corporation has opened the Sonesta Essential NW Houston, a 99-room upper-midscale hotel in Houston. The hotel is in close proximity to Route 290 and near major attractions such as Sam Houston Race Park, the Galleria shopping mall and Bear Creek Pioneers Park. “We are excited to open the Sonesta Essential NW Houston, which is our second hotel with this new brand in the Houston market,” said Keith Pierce, EVP/president franchise & development, Sonesta.

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Hotelier Magazine

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

MONTREAL — The MTLHC (Most Talented Leaders Hospitality Challenge) has unveiled the details of its annual competition where hospitality-management schools from around the world send their teams to Montreal to compete for the title of the most talented leader in the hospitality industry. The semi-final took place virtually on November 1, with the participation of five international hotel schools.

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eHotelier

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

IHG®Hotels & Resorts, has signed a management agreement with NK Sharma Hospitality Pvt Ltd to develop two new hotels in the Chandigarh tri-city area - Crowne Plaza Chandigarh Zirakpur in the premium segment and Holiday Inn & Suites Chandigarh Zirakpur from the essentials collection. Currently under construction, both hotels are scheduled to open in January 2027.

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Advertiser: ZoomInfo

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.

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