Skift Blog
NOVEMBER 20, 2023
Skift Take: WeRoad is turning spontaneous travel into a full-time profession for its community of trip coordinators who initially joined by leading tours without any trip-planning experience.
Lodging
NOVEMBER 20, 2023
For the second year in a row, sustainability will be a defining factor in hospitality in 2024. Hotels that prioritize sustainable initiatives will bring in more business, both from groups and leisure travelers. Even business travel managers are looking for ways to reduce the carbon footprint of their corporate travel programs, and that can include choosing more eco-friendly accommodations.
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Skift Blog
NOVEMBER 20, 2023
Skift Take: After Thailand and Sri Lanka, Vietnam is now keen to offer visa-free entry to Indians, a testament to the growing global recognition of India as a powerful force in outbound travel.
Lodging
NOVEMBER 20, 2023
HENDERSONVILLE, Tennessee—STR and Tourism Economics lifted year-over-year growth projections for average daily rate (ADR) and revenue per available room (RevPAR) in the final U.S. hotel forecast revision of 2023. For 2023, growth in RevPAR was raised by 0.3 percentage points, due to a 0.6 percentage point lift in ADR growth. Recent RevPAR trends demonstrate that rate continues to be the primary driver of performance.
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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
Skift Blog
NOVEMBER 20, 2023
Skift Take: What's a tech stack these days if it isn't AI-powered? RateGain plans to use the raise to build its own through investments and acquisitions.
Hospitality Net
NOVEMBER 20, 2023
Following the successful summer trial, the inauguration of the Four Points by Sheraton Budapest Danube hotel took place in Újlipótváros. This marks the debut of Marriott International’s special brand in Budapest. Accent Hotel Management operates this new hotel, which boasts 105 guest rooms and a rooftop bar offering breathtaking panoramic views. Nestled right along the banks of the Danube, this establishment enhances the tourist offerings of the 13th district.
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Hospitality Net
NOVEMBER 20, 2023
IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has announced the signing of its first Vignette Collection hotel in Doha in partnership with Hospitality for Success H4S Hotels & Residences, one of Al Baladi Holding companies. Set to open by the end of Quarter 1, 2024, Velero Hotel Vignette Collection Doha Lusail is IHG’s fifth Vignette Collection hotel signing in the MEA region, following those in Zimbabwe, Saudi Arabia, UAE and Kuwait.
Lodging
NOVEMBER 20, 2023
In today’s rapidly evolving business travel landscape, convention and visitor bureaus (CVBs) and destination marketing organizations (DMOs) remain allies to the hospitality industry in their respective cities. While leisure travelers have their merits, the ability to secure group events that guarantee a steady stream of income for local businesses is an asset.
Hospitality Net
NOVEMBER 20, 2023
Debuting as the first Four Points by Sheraton hotel in the heart of Kuala Lumpur and the fourth in Malaysia, Four Points by Sheraton Kuala Lumpur, City Centre celebrates its opening just in time for the year-end festivities. The opening comes hot on the heels of the recent reopening of Renaissance Kuala Lumpur Hotel & Convention Centre in October 2023, together forming Marriott Bonvoy’s first dual-branded property in Malaysia.
Skift Blog
NOVEMBER 20, 2023
Skift Take: Luxury travelers are seeking out immersive culinary experiences as an integral part of their journey. As a leading destination in Dubai, Atlantis The Royal is innovating through global gastronomy in its diverse offerings and creative partnerships with world-renowned chefs.
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
Hospitality Net
NOVEMBER 20, 2023
STR and Tourism Economics lifted year-over-year growth projections for average daily rate (ADR) and revenue per available room (RevPAR) in the final U.S. hotel forecast revision of 2023.
Skift Blog
NOVEMBER 20, 2023
Skift Take: Tentpole marketing campaigns tied to shopping-focused events like Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and Prime Day have long been table stakes for product retailers. For travel brands advertising experiences instead of objects, the opportunity to drive brand lift, reach new audiences, and increase lifetime value is even greater.
Hospitality Net
NOVEMBER 20, 2023
Iberostar Group is proud to announce that Gloria Fluxà Thienemann, Vice-Chairman and Chief Sustainability Officer, has been recognized as one of the distinguished individuals on the 2023 TIME100 Climate list. This newly inaugurated annual list by TIME magazine celebrates the contributions of 100 exceptional individuals who are leading climate action within the business community.
Skift Blog
NOVEMBER 20, 2023
Skift Take: We don't know how the trademarks will be used. But we're intrigued by names like Xaynor, Zardun and Aquellum.
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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.
Hospitality Net
NOVEMBER 20, 2023
Jagson Resorts Private Limited, a partnership firm based in Punjab, today announced opening of Ramada Encore by Wyndham in Amritsar in partnership with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchising company with approximately 9,100 hotels across over 95 countries.
Skift Blog
NOVEMBER 20, 2023
Skift Take: Tourism would be a beneficiary if Mexico indeed gets serious about boosting passenger rail traffic.
Hospitality Net
NOVEMBER 20, 2023
Cendyn, a catalyst for digital transformation in the hospitality industry, and SiteMinder, the name behind the only software platform that unlocks the full revenue potential of hotels, are excited to announce a strategic partnership to mutually grow each other’s revenue management capabilities for the benefit of more than 70,000 hotels.
Lodging
NOVEMBER 20, 2023
BURLINGTON, Vermont—Hilton Burlington Lake Champlain, soon to be Hotel Champlain, Curio Collection by Hilton, has announced a culinary partnership with Heirloom Hospitality, helmed by Chef Eric Warnstedt. Together, the hospitality partners will introduce the seafood-focused spot, Original Skiff Fish + Oyster. Construction of the restaurant will begin in November with an opening date slated for spring 2024.
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Hospitality Net
NOVEMBER 20, 2023
The hotel, food services, and hospitality industry had the highest burnout rate globally in 2019. Roughly 80% of employees in this sector reported feeling overwhelmed by their workload. Now, combine this with the increased stress of the last three years, rising demand for services, and a lack of staff. Sounds like burnout in the making, right?
Lodging
NOVEMBER 20, 2023
NORTH BETHESDA, Maryland—Choice Hotels International, Inc. expanded its Cambria Hotels brand throughout the Southwest with the opening of the Cambria Hotel Waco University Riverfront. The four-story, 130-room property is the ninth Cambria Hotel to open in the Lone Star State, joining Austin Downtown, Austin Uptown, Austin Airport, Houston Downtown, McAllen, Plano, Richardson, and Southlake. “With a rich history anchored by academia and agriculture, Texas is quickly becoming a hub for vacat
Hospitality Net
NOVEMBER 20, 2023
In the contemporary technological landscape, the marketing sector is experiencing a groundbreaking transition with the emergence of Web3, signifying a substantial deviation from the established norms of Web2 methodologies. This article aims to elucidate the concept of Web3 Marketing, delineating its foundational distinctions from Web2, scrutinizing successful implementations of its principles, and evaluating its prospective advantages for the travel and hospitality sector.
Hotel Management
NOVEMBER 20, 2023
Quest Apartment Hotels New Zealand has introduced its third Christchurch hotel with the opening of Quest on Cambridge in Christchurch last week. It’s the third opening of 2023 for the independently owned and operated accommodation group and marks their 42nd property in New Zealand & Fiji. “The opening of Quest on Cambridge Terrace in Christchurch is the third of the four properties we have planned for Christchurch,” said Quest Apartment Hotels (NZ), Chief Operating Officer, Adrian Turner.
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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.
Hospitality Net
NOVEMBER 20, 2023
A new wave of industrial revolution is here AI (artificial intelligence) will change everything we do. Undoubtedly, AI can improve restaurant operations.
Lodging
NOVEMBER 20, 2023
WASHINGTON—The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) concluded a three-day Global Reformbnb General Assembly, which drew hospitality and policy leaders from around the globe. The meeting convened in Washington and focused on best practices for promoting equal tax and regulatory treatment of hotels and short-term rentals, such as Airbnbs, and ensuring that online booking sites, or digital distributors, are fair to both consumers and hotels.
Hospitality Net
NOVEMBER 20, 2023
Accenture (NYSE: ACN) has been appointed by global hospitality group Accor to support its content production capability, driving scale and establishing consistency in local and global marketing communications across its hotel brands, tailored to guests’ evolving needs.
Hotel Business
NOVEMBER 20, 2023
Sojern , a digital marketing platform built for travel, has launched the “ State of Destination Marketing ” report for destination marketing organizations (DMOs). This first-of-its-kind report, produced through a partnership between Sojern and Digital Tourism Think Tank (DTTT) , and supported by Brand USA , Destination Canada and the European Travel Commission , sheds light on the latest industry trends and challenges.
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Hospitality Net
NOVEMBER 20, 2023
For 22 years, Scandic has been training future leaders through the company’s internal leadership program, Talent@Scandic. Recently, 23 talents from Scandic’s five markets were selected to undergo an intensive seven-month training program led by industry representatives, mentors and leadership development managers.
SiteMinder
NOVEMBER 20, 2023
Bangkok, Thailand – airasia MOVE, formally known as airasia Superapp, has today announced it has partnered with SiteMinder, the name behind the only software platform that unlocks the full revenue potential of hotels, to offer a wider range of hotels and accommodations to travellers on its platform. The collaboration will allow airasia MOVE to tap into SiteMinder’s thousands of hotel customers in the Asian region, while enabling SiteMinder’s customers to offer more value-added deals such a
Hospitality Net
NOVEMBER 20, 2023
The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) today concluded a successful three-day Global Reformbnb General Assembly, which drew hospitality and policy leaders from around the globe.
Hotel News Resource
NOVEMBER 20, 2023
STR and Tourism Economics lifted year-over-year growth projections for average daily rate (ADR) and revenue per available room (RevPAR) in the final U.S. hotel forecast revision of 2023.
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