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7000 plants, 4500sqm reclaimed timber, 2000 original elements: 1 Hotel Melbourne unveils ‘nature-inspired’ property

Hotel Management

1 Hotel Melbourne has opened its doors this week, introducing domestic travellers and international guests to the first Australian iteration of Barry Sternlicht’s “mission-driven” luxury lifestyle brand. Described as a “nature-inspired property”, delivered in partnership with Melbourne-based developer Riverlee, the 277-room hotel features biophilic design principles, including more than 7,000 plants, reclaimed timber and materials and sustainable features such as shower timers and operable windo

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Premier Inn Turns to High-Margin Rooms to Offset UK Hotel Weakness

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Premier Inn says it's outperforming rivals in a soft UK market, but it's doing so by squeezing more value from fewer guests, not a rebound in demand.

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Local hoteliers in the spotlight at AHICE Fiji next week

Hotel Management

A selection of high-profile Fijian hotel owners will take to the stage next week at the highly anticipated AHICE Fiji Islands Investment in Tourism Summit. On Thursday June 26, local representatives from a broad spectrum of hotel businesses including owner groups, developers, operators, tourism and investment associations will share their expertise and business outlook with delegates.

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Record 72 Million Americans Set to Travel for Fourth of July

Skift Blog

Skift Take: The prediction feels somewhat optimistic given recent trends. But travelers continue to benefit from lower gas prices and have mostly continued to spend despite economic uncertainty.

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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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Wyndham economy brand gains pace in China

Hotel Management

Wyndham Hotels and Resorts’ economy brand Days Inn is experiencing strong growth in China, marking the opening of its 100 th hotel with the opening of Days Inn by Wyndham Shantou Jinping. The brand now spans approximately 60 major cities across China including Beijing, Chengdu and Harbin. Days Inn has averaged double-digit net room growth in China over the last five years, contributing to a 14% increase in Wyndham’s overall direct franchising business over the same period.

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Holiday Inn Express Astoria Reopens After Renovation

Lodging

BOISE, Idaho—Resolute Road Hospitality announced that the Holiday Inn Express Astoria, Oregon, has completed a comprehensive renovation. The 98-room, four-story property underwent a capital improvement funded by the ownership group, reflecting a strategic reinvestment to enhance asset value and performance. The project included a full renovation of guestrooms, public areas, and amenities to better align with guest expectations and brand standards while preserving the property’s waterfront

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LG Electronics Releases Pro:Centric+ Hotel TV Lineup

Lodging

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana—LG Electronics debuted Pro:Centric+, the next generation of its Pro:Centric hotel TV platform that turns in-room displays into business tools. Shown at HITEC 2025, Pro:Centric+ enables integration of third-party services and simplifies installation and management to require less technical expertise. “With Pro:Centric+, the TV becomes more than a piece of glass.

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Accommodation Australia unveils newly elected board

Hotel Management

Accommodation Australia has welcomed two new board members under a streamlined board structure, with representatives for each state and territory. Following elections in Sydney this week, 1834 Hotels’ CEO Andrew Bullock was appointed Treasurer and RACV Hobart Hotel Manger, Shelley Verdouw, was welcomed to the 11-person board board. The Ascott Limited’s David Mansfield was re-elected as Accommodation Australia Chair, with IHG’s Emma Hynes also re-elected as Deputy Chair.

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COMO Le Beauvallon – an icon reimagined

Hotel Designs

Hotel Designs COMO Le Beauvallon – an icon reimagined COMO Le Beauvallon – an icon reimagined In a major milestone for the brand, COMO Hotels & Resorts is bringing its signature approach to Le Beauvallon, a striking Belle Epoque palace… Le Beauvallon, which first opened in 1914 , distils the essence of the Cote D’Azur lifestyle: with 10 acres of terraces and gardens with palms and umbrella pines overlooking the Bay of Saint-Tropez, a glamorous Mediterranean beach club, and a private po

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Whitsundays island with beachfront resort potential hits the market

Hotel Management

A private, tropical paradise in Queensland’s Whitsunday Islands is the latest in a line of luxury island development sites to hit the market. HTL Property has been appointed by owners China Capital Investment Group to lead the sale of South Molle Island, which is expected to draw interest from local and international investors, hoteliers and developers.

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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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In conversation with: Tolù Adẹ̀kọ́

Hotel Designs

Hotel Designs In conversation with: Tolù Adẹ̀kọ́ In conversation with: Tolù Adẹ̀kọ́ Hotel Designs catches up with Tolù Adẹ̀kọ́ to ask him his thoughts on accessible design ahead of MEET UP North next month, where he’ll be speaking on our second Accessible Design Talks panel: Accessibility Through the Lens of Neurodivergence… Keen to spread the discussion far and wide, Hotel Designs will be bringing its newly launched series, Accessible Design Talks , to Liverpool this summer at the a

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Wayfarer review: Sofitel Le Scribe Paris Opéra offers a stylish, historic stay

Hotel Management

For over 150 years, Sofitel Le Scribe Paris Opéra has been beating to the vibrant rhythm of Paris and the Opéra district and since it’s major makeover that was completed several years ago, the hotel has written a brand-new page in its history, embodying a new Parisian spirit. Since its creation in 1863 when it was built as part of the Opéra district’s initial development, Sofitel Le Scribe Paris Opéra has been an essential part of Parisian life.

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Zucchetti North America Brings Lybra Assistant to Market

Lodging

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana—Zucchetti North America launched a next-generation revenue management system (RMS) to the North American market at HITEC Indianapolis: Lybra Assistant combines real-time demand data, advanced machine learning, and a user-friendly interface to deliver actionable insights, automated rate recommendations, and control over hotels’ revenue strategy.

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Evolving leadership in hospitality: Building a resilient, cross-generational team

eHotelier

Continuous leadership development is more critical than ever.

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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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RoomRaccoon Introduces RaccoonRev Plus

Preno

BREDA, NL. — RoomRaccoon is gearing up to launch RaccoonRev Plus, an AI-powered revenue-management tool that will deliver RMS-level pricing intelligence natively within the RoomRaccoon platform. RaccoonRev Plus is engineered to bridge the gap between basic rule-based pricing and the full complexity of traditional Revenue Management Systems (RMS). By using predictive artificial intelligence, RaccoonRev Plus will generate daily rate recommendations up to 90 days in advance, factoring in signals su

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Cour des Loges – Radisson Collection debuts in France

Hotel Designs

Hotel Designs Cour des Loges – Radisson Collection debuts in France Cour des Loges – Radisson Collection debuts in France Bringing its distinctive luxury-lifestyle brand to an iconic address in the heart of Lyon’s historic centre, Radisson has opened Cour des Loges, marking a significant step in the brand’s expansion across Europe’s most culturally rich destinations… Situated in Lyon’s UNESCO-listed Vieux Lyon district – an enchanting maze of cobblestone streets, medieval façades, and hidd

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Rayhan Arif appointed Chief Commercial & Financial Officer at Virgin Hotels

eHotelier

Virgin Hotels Collection, the parent brand of Virgin Hotels and Virgin Limited Edition, is pleased to announce the appointment of Rayhan Arif as Chief Commercial & Financial Officer.

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ORHMA Launches HR Companion

Preno

MISSISSAUGA, Ont. — The Ontario Restaurant Hotel & Motel Association (ORHMA) has launched HR Companion, a complimentary human resources compliance and policy platform available exclusively to all ORHMA members. Developed in partnership with First Reference, HR Companion is an industry leading digital resource designed to simplify and strengthen HR management across Ontario’s hospitality sector.

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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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10 types of tourists you could attract to your hotel

eHotelier

The days of generic, one-size-fits-all travel marketing are over.

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10 Best Places to Watch Sports

Hotels by Day

Top 10 Ways to Watch Sports Like a Pro – WordPress Blocks Top 10 Best Places to Watch Sports Like a Pro Elevate your game day experience from amateur to all-star with these expert-level sports viewing strategies 1 Book a Private Day Room Paradise Transform any game day into a premium experience by booking a stylish hotel day room through HotelsByDay.

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IHG Hotels & Resorts to bring Holiday Inn brand to Senegal, marking strategic expansion in West Africa

eHotelier

IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, has announced the signing of a franchise agreement with Senegindia SA to bring Holiday Inn

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CRMR Celebrates Pride Month

Preno

CALGARY — Canadian Rocky Mountain Resorts (CRMR) has launched a series of pride-themed cocktails in celebration of Pride Month. Available across all mountain and city properties, the proceeds from these vibrant cocktails will benefit local 2SLGBTQIA+ organizations, including Canmore Pride and Calgary Pride. Teams from each of the properties have come together to create the following cocktails: Pride-a-Colada – The Lake House A Bear’s Kiss & Fawn Over Me Mocktail – Buffalo Mountain Lodge Sout

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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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HCN offers magazines to leading hotels and resorts for guests

eHotelier

Hotel Communication Network (HCN) continues to evolve its hotel guest experiences by offering access to a catalog of global magazine brands free of charge

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Yum China Rolls Out AI Assistant for Store Managers

Hospitality Tech

Q-Smart assistant will provide restaurant managers with broad-based support for day-to-day restaurant operations, allowing them to enhance their focus on delivering customer service.

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Marriott International announces plans to add more than 50 properties and over 9,000 rooms to its Africa portfolio by the end of 2027

eHotelier

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Harris Sea Ranch Beach Hotel

Webrezpro

Book yourself a beach stay at Harris Sea Ranch Beach Hotel. Located in Hampton, New Hampshire, this property is situated along the boardwalk overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Rooms come with kitchenettes, Wi-Fi, and cable TV (and coffee for when your kids bounce you out of bed!). Harris Sea Ranch Beach Hotel has chosen our cloud-based […] The post Harris Sea Ranch Beach Hotel appeared first on WebRezPro.

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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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Bhushan Sawant appointed Executive Chef at The Ritz-Carlton, Pune

eHotelier

For Hotels For Professionals For Education Solutions Courses Certifications Immersive Learning Baseline Integrations Ritrovo Integration Maestro Integration Pricing Hotels and Education Individuals Resources News and Insights Tech.Ex Suppliers Research Podcast Careers Events All Insights Podcasts eLearning Tech.Ex Global News Suppliers Properties People Events Education Subscribe Log In People Bhushan Sawant appointed Executive Chef at The Ritz-Carlton, Pune Posted on Yesterday at 11:09 am Home

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Air India Trims Long-Haul Services by 15%: These Routes are Affected

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Air India has said it will restore the full international schedule as soon as it's safe and stable to do so. For now, it’s focusing on keeping safety front and center.

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Alliants and IRIS partner to elevate digital hospitality services

eHotelier

Alliants, the global leader in guest experience technology, has partnered with leading mobile F&B ordering specialist IRIS to deliver an integrated