Thu.Jan 16, 2025

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Airbnb Cracks Down on Price Gouging During LA Fires

Skift Blog

Airbnb hosts in two California counties who raise their rates more than 10% compared to pre-LA fires' pricing will be blocked from doing so.

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Singapore Airlines ups Brisbane flights to meet high demand for international travel

Hotel Management

Singapore Airlines (SIA) is expanding its services between Singapore and Brisbane in response to strong demand for international travel, most notably during recent peak periods. Starting June 16, 2025, Singapore Airlines will add three weekly flights, increasing frequency on the Brisbane route from 25 to 28 flights or four daily services. Travel demand has been strong as Brisbane continues to grow as a major gateway and Queensland gains significance as a global destination for business and leisu

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2024 Smashed All-Time Airline Industry Records: 4 Key Takeaways

Skift Blog

Skift Take: A global shift towards higher capacity aircraft is offering more seats onboard fewer flights but huge sustainability questions remain.

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Cendyn: Secondary Markets Surpass Primary Markets for YOY Meetings Growth

Lodging

AUSTIN, TexasKnowland by Cendyn released December monthly data findings to help hoteliers gain insight into the top locations selected by todays meeting planners. The company announced St. Louis, Missouri/Illinois ranked first in the top 25 markets with year-over-year (YOY) growth at 125.8 percent. Nashville came in second with growth at 28 percent.

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5 Ways You Can Win Faster with Gen AI in Sales

Incorporating generative AI (gen AI) into your sales process can speed up your wins through improved efficiency, personalized customer interactions, and better informed decision- making. Gen AI is a game changer for busy salespeople and can reduce time-consuming tasks, such as customer research, note-taking, and writing emails, and provide insightful data analysis and recommendations.

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Airlines Call on the EU to Delay Pollution Reporting Rules

Skift Blog

Skift Take: The airline industry's push to delay pollution reporting rules could be seen as a delay tactic. But the EU should have the systems in place to support new reporting rules.

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The hidden cost of rate disparity: OTAs undercutting hotels responsible for 50% rise in Cost Per Click (CPC)

Hospitality Net

Hotels that allow Online Travel Agents (OTAs) to undercut their rates pay nearly 50% more for PPC leads, new research has revealed.

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Hoteliers Will Be Left Behind If They Don’t Embrace Change Reveal 2025 Hospitality Trends

Hospitality Net

Duetto, the worlds leading revenue management software provider for the hospitality industry, has unveiled its 2025 hospitality trends report, revealing that increased costs, AI, personalization, evolving revenue metrics, and data, are the biggest challenges the industry will face this year, according to a global survey of hoteliers.

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Hotelbeds’ Parent Plans to IPO in Spain at a $5.1 Billion Valuation

Skift Blog

Skift Take: One exciting thing about the IPO, if it takes place, is that we'd inevitably gain a lot more transparency about the world's largest hotel wholesaler, Hotelbeds.

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Hilton Garden Inn Athens Syggrou Avenue Officially Opens as First Hilton Garden Inn in Greece

Hospitality Net

The highly anticipated Hilton Garden Inn Athens Syggrou Avenue hotel is now officially open, marking the debut of the Hilton Garden Inn brand in Greece. Located in the heart of Athens, this new hotel offers modern accommodation and an elevated experience for both business and leisure travelers.

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Luxury Cruise Group Ponant Acquires Aqua Expeditions

Skift Blog

Skift Take: In an era of overtourism, the model of intimate, carefully orchestrated exploration feels especially set up for growth.

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Don't 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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The 8 Hottest Trends to Watch in Revenue Management for 2025 & Beyond

Hospitality Net

As a leader in revenue management consulting, were always at the forefront of what is happening in the hotel industry and keeping a close eye on how revenue management trends keep evolving.

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Spirit Airlines to Cut Around 200 Jobs – Report

Skift Blog

Skift Take: As bankruptcy proceedings continue, Spirit executives are under pressure to deliver a leaner and more financially robust airline.

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Transforming Hospitality with Technology: Insights from a Tech CEO

Hospitality Net

Hospitality is an industry that thrives on human connection, but it has often been held back by outdated technology. In a recent interview on Hotel Tech Insider, Matt Welle, CEO of Mews, shared his journey from being a hotelier to leading a revolutionary property management system (PMS) company. His insights provide a roadmap for how technology can empower hoteliers to deliver better guest experiences and drive operational efficiency.

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Southwest’s Tardy Flights, New U.S. Transport Czar and Hotel Eco Commitments

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Today's episode looks at a lawsuit for late flights, the likely new U.S. transportation czar, and hotels and sustainability.

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10 Ways to Leverage Buyer Signals and Drive Revenue

In today’s ultra-competitive markets, it’s no longer enough to wait for buyers to show obvious signs of interest. Instead, sales teams must be proactive, identifying and acting on nuanced buyer behaviors — often before prospects are fully ready to make a purchase. In this eBook from ZoomInfo & Sell Better, learn 10 actionable ways to use these buyer signals to transform your sales strategy and close deals faster.

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Denver Union Station and The Crawford Hotel Complete Renovation

Lodging

DENVER, ColoradoDenver Union Station and The Crawford Hotel recently completed a refresh, including updates to the Great Hall and each of the hotels 112 guestrooms. Originally opened in 1881, the Denver Union Station first reopened in July 2014 after a $54 million renovation that included the creation of The Crawford Hotel, which is named for urban preservationist and Union Station Alliance member Dana Crawford.

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Plans underway for new-build hotel at Fiji’s Nadi International Airport

Hotel Management

Hotel operator selection is underway for a new-build hotel at Nadi International Airport, according to The Fiji Times , following a successful year for the nations tourism sector. In an interview published this week, Fiji Airports Ltd CEO Mesake Nawari revealed plans for a new transit hotel, a state-of-the-art commercial and retail building and expanded parking facilities as part of a 10-year strategic plan.

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dailypoint™ ranks #3 globally in CRM & Email Marketing in the 2025 HotelTechAwards

Hospitality Net

dailypoint is proud to announce its achievement of being recognized for the fifth consecutive year as a top CRM & Email Marketing solution globally by Hotel Tech Report in the 2025 HotelTechAwards. This is more than a simple achievement - it embodies dailypoints dedication to empowering hoteliers with world-class solutions.

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Record growth for flagship luxury and lifestyle brands at Accor with 90 hotels signed last year

Hotel Management

Accors luxury and lifestyle brands Sofitel, Sofitel Legend, MGallery and Emblems achieved record growth in 2024 with close to 90 hotels signed collectively. Under the leadership of Maud Bailly as CEO for the past two years, these flagship brands have undergone a comprehensive transformation prompting renewed interest from owners and investors. 2024 has been a milestone year for our brands, marking unprecedented development momentum, said Bailly.

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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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How Hotels Elevate Direct Sales and Personalisation

Hospitality Net

As digital transformation drives the hospitality industry, direct bookings have become a key battleground for hotels. Juanjo Rodrguez, founder and CEO of The Hotels Network, sat down with Florencia Cueto to discuss the evolution of direct sales, personalisation, and the role of artificial intelligence in enhancing the guest experience.

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Discover Puerto Rico CEO Brad Dean Exits for St. Louis Tourism Role

Skift Blog

Skift Take: The CEO of Discover Puerto Rico, Brad Dean, is moving on from his current role, after serving 7 years with the organization.

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The PLEDGE on Food Waste Certifies 55 Marriott Hotels

Hospitality Net

September 2023 saw Marriott International UK, Ireland, and Nordics (UKIN) set the ambitious goal to have all 55 managed properties be certified by The PLEDGE on Food Waste.

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Poor hotel tech is affecting employee retention, Cloudbeds finds

eHotelier

Cloudbeds, the premier hospitality management software platform, has revealed 38% of hotel employees say their experience with property management systems (PMS) influenced their decision to leave a job.

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Signal-Based Selling: How to Leverage 4 Key Buying Signals

As prospects define their problem, search for solutions, and even change jobs, they are generating high-value signals that the best go-to-market teams can leverage to close more deals. This is where signal-based selling comes into play. ZoomInfo CEO Henry Schuck recently broke down specific ways to put four key buying signals into action with the experts from 30 Minutes to President’s Club.

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This March, Spokane Welcomes The Louie at Davenport Hotel

Hospitality Net

This March, Davenport Hotels will debut The Louie at Davenport Hotel, set to be Spokanes newest luxury accommodations complete with Butler Service, a first for the city. The new, 48-key boutique property marks a departure from the former Davenport Lusso hotel, which underwent a multi-million-dollar rebrand and name change. The Louie will honor the legacy of Louis "Louie" Davenport, the visionary hotelier whose influence shaped Spokanes iconic hotel scene in the early 20th century.

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Spotlight on Langham Luminaries in global brand campaign

Hotel Management

The Langham Hotels and Resorts, now in its 160th year, has launched a global brand campaign that celebrates the cultural and creative icons that have passed through the doors of its properties throughout the decades. The stories of leading artists, architects, athletes, writers, chefs and designers who have contributed to The Langhams legacy will be told in the Your Story.

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Veranda House Set to Reopen in April Following a Total Rebuild

Hospitality Net

After a devastating fire, the iconic Nantucket property has been meticulously rebuilt from the foundation up, featuring spa-like en-suite baths in every room, expanded outdoor spaces, and design elements that honor the original 1684 building.

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Greenview's 2024 Green Lodging Trends Report: A Deep Dive into Sustainable Practices in the Hospitality Industry

Hotel News Resource

The report reveals that hotels worldwide are increasingly adopting green practices, with a significant focus on energy efficiency, water conservation, and waste management.

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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

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Reeco Raises $15M Series A Round to Modernize Hotel Procurement with AI-Driven Procure-to-Pay Platform

Hospitality Net

Reeco, the leading AI-driven procure-to-pay platform for the hospitality industry, announced today it has secured $15 million in Series A funding. This investment will fuel the companys strategic growth initiatives, including the accelerated advancement of the Reeco platform.

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STAAH Weekly Hospitality Quiz: 17 January

STAAH

Welcome to STAAHs Weekly Hotel Industry Quiz! In the ever-evolving world of hospitality, staying informed is the key to success. Whether youre a seasoned hotelier or just starting out, this final quiz of the year is here to challenge your knowledge and keep you up-to-date with the latest industry trends. Each week, weve brought you new questions spanning topics like luxury hotel brands and essential hotel software.

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Tempo by Hilton & Homewood Suites by Hilton Open in Downtown Raleigh, North Carolina

Hospitality Net

Tempo by Hilton Raleigh Downtown - the first brand flag to make its debut in North Carolina and just the fourth in the world - has officially opened in the City of Oaks along with its sister property, Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh Downtown.

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Start driving more direct bookings through Google

Hospitality Today

Google allows hotels to add free booking links that display direct rates alongside OTA rates with a link to your booking page

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Activating Intent Data for Sales and Marketing

Sales and marketing leaders have reached a tipping point when it comes to using intent data — and they’re not looking back. More than half of all B2B marketers are already using intent data to increase sales, and Gartner predicts this figure will grow to 70 percent. The reason is clear: intent can provide you with massive amounts of data that reveal sales opportunities earlier than ever before.