Tue.Dec 19, 2023

article thumbnail

Uber for Business Automates Receipt Uploading for Some Clients

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Automating travel and expense reporting is a trend in business travel. This Uber for Business feature just launched so its adoption will depend on how well it actually works.

Business 311
article thumbnail

2024 Meetings and Events Business Looks Robust

Lodging

Event planners believe 2024 is looking up for hospitality, though they aren’t reporting increasing rates of optimism as much as they were a few months ago. They’re also planning just as many events, if not more, than they have been throughout 2023, spreading their business out across much of the country, and seeing more positive interactions with hotel staff despite the lack of reduction in costs, according to the most recent Planner PULSE Survey.

Events 290
Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Exclusive: Michael Johnson reflects on the first six months of Accommodation Australia

Hotel Management

Nearly six months on from the formation of Accommodation Australia – an amalgamation of the Accommodation Association and Tourism Accommodation Australia – CEO Michael Johnson spoke to HM’s Ruth Hogan about what has been achieved this year and what’s top of the agenda for 2024. It’s nearly six months since Accommodation Australia began. Has that united industry voice proven a greater advantage when dealing with government on major issues?

article thumbnail

Hard Rock and the Tejon Indian Tribe Celebrate the Groundbreaking of Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tejon

Hospitality Net

Hard Rock International and the Tejon Indian Tribe celebrated the groundbreaking of the long-awaited hotel and casino located at Hwy. 166 and Sabodan Road West of the community of Mettler, California on Tejon Tribal land. The celebration featured a commemorative shovel groundbreaking with Hard Rock representatives, Tejon Indian Tribe leadership and general membership plus statewide and local community leaders.

Casinos 281
article thumbnail

How to Stay Competitive in the Evolving State of Martech

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

article thumbnail

Mondrian Hong Kong puts community-first approach into practice, welcoming single-parent families as VIP guests

Hotel Management

Hotel executives gathered in Hong Kong this week to celebrate the official opening of Mondrian Hong Kong on December 18th. Towering 40 floors with 324 rooms including 12 two-bay suites, the hotel features state-of-the-art wellness facilities, a nose-to-tail Italian steakhouse by Dario Cecchini, a sophisticated bar with handcrafted cocktails and a rooftop space for cultural collaborations.

article thumbnail

IHG Opens First Garner-Branded Hotel

Hospitality Net

IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, today celebrates the opening of the first Garner hotel less than three months after the midscale conversion brand’s launch. Located in the Seattle suburb of Auburn, Wash., Garner Auburn - Seattle’s accelerated conversion and reopening signifies owners’ recognition of the brand’s strength, revenue potential and offer for travelers in the midscale space.

Branding 274

More Trending

article thumbnail

Iceland Volcano Eruption FAQ: What Travelers Need to Know

Skift Blog

A volcano erupted in southwest Iceland on Monday. Despite the volcano's eruption, travel to Iceland remains safe and accessible.

Travel 312
article thumbnail

A New Era in Luxury Nordic Hospitality Begins with the Opening of The Hotel Maria in Helsinki

Hospitality Net

The heart of Helsinki welcomes a new chapter in luxury Nordic hospitality today with the opening of The Hotel Maria. Proudly joining Preferred Hotels & Resorts’ prestigious Legend Collection, this urban sanctuary seamlessly melds contemporary elegance with the echoes of its storied past in the city’s historic Kruununhaka district. Featuring 117 rooms, including 38 lavish suites, two restaurants, a grand ballroom, serene chapel, state-of-the-art spa, and a destination boutique showcasing jewelry

article thumbnail

Hot opening: Adelaide Tryp spices up F&B with Mamacita

Hotel Management

Tryp by Wyndham Pulteney Street Adelaide is spicing up its food and beverage offering with the launch of a new Mexican restaurant and bar. Mamacita features a menu of classic and creative Mexican dishes, a library of more than 50 tequilas, and chilli sauces from around the world – the hottest of which requires a waiver to taste. Director of Food and Beverage, Valentin Corchado, brings his extensive experience across Europe, Asia and the South Pacific to the table, alongside Chef Somerled Mackay,

Events 257
article thumbnail

Why Iceland’s Latest Eruption is More Flight-Friendly Than 2010’s Ash Cloud Chaos

Skift Blog

Skift Take: While the volcanic eruption in Iceland’s Reykjanes isn't impacting air travel, volcanic ash has the ability to destroy an aircraft.

Travel 284
article thumbnail

Diving into Diversity: Decoding the Foundations of Inclusion in Hospitality Talent Acquisition

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

article thumbnail

Inside the luxurious new Penthouse Series at Shadow Play Melbourne by Peppers

Hotel Management

Shadow Play Melbourne by Peppers has unveiled its Level 45 Penthouse Series, introducing five lavish three-bedroom penthouse apartments with panoramic views of Melbourne. Designed by internationally acclaimed Melbourne architects Elenberg Fraser, incorporating exquisite materials and finishes with a bold design, The Penthouse Series aims to bring a new level of sophistication and luxury to the Melbourne hotel scene.

Dining 248
article thumbnail

Grand Villa Argentina Announces Extensive Renovations, Reopening 2025

Hospitality Net

Adriatic Luxury Hotels announces a renovation of Grand Villa Argentina at the hands of renowned Croatian architect Marko Dabrovic. Reopening in late 2025, the historic property along with its neighboring sister property, Villa Orsula, is set to undergo a complete refurbishment as envisioned by Croatian architectural studio 3LHD. The new Grand Villa Argentina will be a luxury seafront hotel with an unparalleled view of Dubrovnik’s Old Town and the Adriatic Sea, just a five minute walk from the hi

Dining 245
article thumbnail

Indigo Is First Indian Carrier to Carry 100 Million Passengers: India Report

Skift Blog

Skift Take: IndiGo’s 100 million passengers also underscores the massive potential of the Indian aviation sector. No wonder airlines are keen to tap into it.

258
258
article thumbnail

The return of the Chinese tourist?

Hospitality Net

This second part of EHL Institutional Visibility’s three-part series on China looks into the long-awaited return of Chinese tourists. It also addresses shifting trends in Chinese travel. We turn to Dr Yong Chen, Associate Professor of Economics at EHL Hospitality Business School, for insights.

Travel 237
article thumbnail

ABM Evolution: How Top Marketers Are Using Account-Based Strategies

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.

article thumbnail

EbixCash Says Parent Company’s Bankruptcy Won’t Affect Operations

Skift Blog

Skift Take: While it's business as usual for EbixCash, it remains to seen if this will further delay the company's IPO launch.

article thumbnail

Mercure Tokyo Hibiya Opens in the Heart of Japan’s Theater and Entertainment District

Hospitality Net

THE CLASSIC YET MODERN URBAN HOTEL, WELCOMES TRAVELERS UNDER THE DESIGN CONCEPT OF "STAGE ART".

Travel 290
article thumbnail

Southwest Strikes $12 Billion Deal With Pilots After Years of Talks

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Southwest was the last of the largest U.S. airlines to reach a deal with its pilots' union.

285
285
article thumbnail

The World’s Best New Luxury Hotels of 2023

Hospitality Net

We are pleased to announce the 15 global arrivals that Luxury Travel Intelligence (LTI) rates as this year’s best.

Travel 264
article thumbnail

A Buyer’s Guide to Future-Proofing Your Restaurant Tech Stack

The race to 100% digital is on. With the restaurant industry still in the early innings of its digital transformation, brands need an airtight strategy when it comes to building out their tech stack. Download the buyer’s guide to learn where to prioritize your efforts and get the most out of every investment.

article thumbnail

Southwest Airlines’ Meltdown Fine

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Today's podcast looks at Southwest’s huge fine, visa free travel, and solo married travelers.

Travel 272
article thumbnail

Webinar: Search Trends and Must-Haves: Future-Proofing Your Digital Strategy in 2024

Hospitality Net

Join us for our annual search trends webinar, “Search Trends and Must-Haves: Future-Proofing Your Digital Strategy in 2024,” where we will explore the key areas shaping the future of search. Our panel of experts includes Barry Schwartz, CEO of RustyBrick; Eric Enge, President of Pilot Holding; and Benu Aggarwal, Founder and President of Milestone Inc.

Market 199
article thumbnail

Aloft Katy Mills Selects PM Hotel Group as Manager

Lodging

CHEVY CHASE, Maryland—PM Hotel Group has been selected to assume management of the Aloft Katy Mills, which is located in the Katy Boardwalk District outside of Houston, Texas. This new addition to the PM Hotel Group portfolio shows the company’s expansion in the Texas market. “We are excited to expand our presence in Texas with the addition of the Aloft Katy Mills to our portfolio,” said Ethan Kramer, chief investment and development officer, PM Hotel […] The post Aloft K

article thumbnail

Lufthansa Group And EasyJet Go Shopping For Over 230 Aircraft

Skift Blog

As 2023 is wrapping up, the aviation business is heating up instead of slowing down.

Shopping 261
article thumbnail

ABM Success Recipe: Mastering the Crawl, Walk, Run Approach

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.

article thumbnail

BWH Hotels Names Phil Payne as Board Chairperson

Lodging

PHOENIX, Arizona—BWH Hotels announced that its Board of Directors has elected Phil Payne as Board Chairperson for 2024. Payne, who previously served as Board Vice Chairperson, brings decades of hospitality experience and over 40 years of BWH Hotels ownership to his role. “I am pleased to announce Phil Payne as our new Chairperson of the Board,” said BWH Hotels President and CEO Larry Cuculic.

Hotels 182
article thumbnail

NUMA secures flagship asset in the Golden Triangle of Paris with ANAXAGO CAPITAL

Hospitality Net

NUMA Group, Europe’s leading operator of a fully digitized hospitality platform, today announced a new property in a prime location in Paris. Located in the “Golden Triangle” of Paris, in the 8th arrondissement at 37 rue Marbeuf, right in the heart of the French capital, the new NUMA property marks another milestone in NUMA’s French expansion strategy.

article thumbnail

IHG Opens First Garner Hotel in Auburn, Washington

Lodging

ATLANTA—IHG Hotels & Resorts celebrated opening its first Garner hotel less than three months after the midscale conversion brand’s launch. Located in the Seattle suburb of Auburn, Washington, Garner Auburn – Seattle’s conversion and reopening signify owners’ recognition of the brand, its revenue potential, and its offer for travelers in the midscale space.

Hotels 182
article thumbnail

PARKROYAL Serviced Suites Jakarta Opens

Hospitality Net

Experience style and sophistication in the heart of the city.

Services 258
article thumbnail

Beyond The Meeting Room: Luxury Magazine Resource

Escape into a world of luxury and dive into the future of tech, fun takes on the American pastime, and many inspirational individuals. With engaging reports on fashion, food, travel, finance, sports, and more, download now and enjoy the read!

article thumbnail

Iceland Volcano: Tours Switch From Blue Lagoon to Sky Lagoon

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Sky Lagoon is receiving new attention from tour operators as an alternative to the Blue Lagoon, a temporarily closed major attraction.

Closing 157
article thumbnail

WebBeds partners with BeCause to increase the availability of eco-certified properties listed on its platforms

Hospitality Net

As a multinational organization, WebBeds recognises the importance of global corporate responsibility and is dedicated to reducing its environmental footprint by promoting environmentally responsible sustainable travel.

Travel 147
article thumbnail

Hotel Industry Expert Predictions for Room Rates Remain Robust Despite Diminished Confidence in Demand

Hotel News Resource

The Hospitality Industry Sentiment (HIS) Survey is STR's Global Quarterly Study Covering the Experiences and Expectations of Travel and Hotel Industry Professionals. With the First Full Year of the HIS Survey in the Books, Several Strong Patterns Have Emerged - and a Few Surprises As Well.

Hotels 112
article thumbnail

Black Rock Oceanfront Resort Selects Agilysys Hospitality Technology

Hospitality Net

The ocean is a remedy for many travelers to relieve tension, stress and anxiety. The tranquility of the Pacific Ocean and its idyllic setting is one of the main reasons thousands of people stay at and return to British Columbia’s Black Rock Oceanfront Resort each year.

Resorts 147
article thumbnail

How Intent Data Helps Marketers Convert A-List Accounts

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.