Skift Blog

JULY 9, 2023

Skift Take: In this week’s news roundup, we start with a look at who the biggest player is in tours, activities, and experiences.

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Hotel Management

JULY 9, 2023

Radisson Hotel Group is expanding its presence in the Fijian market with the signing of a Radisson Blu hotel on Naisoso Island, the group’s second hotel in Fiji. The 250-key Radisson Blu Mirage Resort, Fiji Naisoso Island, which is scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2026, will feature three beachfront swimming pools – one with a swim-up pool bar – a gym, and a kids’ club, as well as an all-day dining restaurant, specialty restaurant, and event spaces for up to 150 guests.

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Skift Blog

JULY 9, 2023

Skift Take: Hong Kong has a hotel-to hostel conversion program under way to target a housing shortage. It also aims to diminish pro-democracy sentiment.

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Social Hospitality

JULY 9, 2023

In the vast world of social media platforms, a new contender has emerged. Threads, the latest creation from Meta, seeks to offer users a fresh perspective on digital interactions. Since its debut last week, Threads quickly carved its niche in the ever-evolving realm of online communities. Rather than being a stand-alone social network, it works as a companion app to Instagram, seamlessly integrating with the existing user base.

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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

Skift Blog

JULY 9, 2023

Italy has lifted a 10-year-long ban on Libyan civil aviation using Italian airspace, with flights due to resume from September.

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Hotel Management

JULY 9, 2023

Among the latest in a string of impressive marketing moves by the team behind the highly anticipated Barbie movie was the recent arrival of an entirely pink mansion in Malibu in the style of the iconic Barbie Dreamhouse, which made headlines globally. While the temporary accommodation offering is purely a promotional tool for the movie, it highlights the power of a major brand and how accommodation providers can leverage this through collaboration.

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Hotel Financial Coach Blog

JULY 9, 2023

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Skift Blog

JULY 9, 2023

Skift Take: Accor's chief digital officer, Alix Boulnois, has been boosting the hotel giant's tech game. Her detailed data covers how any hotel company could use tech to drive loyalty, sell subscriptions, and distribute rooms.

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eHotelier

JULY 9, 2023

Which elements of virtual trips are the most essential and how these can be used to encourage returning tourists’ behavioural intentions via immersion and nostalgia?

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Skift Blog

JULY 9, 2023

Skift Take: Destinations, cruise service providers and the government have been sitting up and taking note of the country’s potential in generating revenues and jobs. Now only if the sailing is smooth.

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Advertiser: ZoomInfo

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.

Hotel Marketer

JULY 9, 2023

With ChatGPT's Code Interpreter finally in Beta and available for testing, I've been playing with the tool to see what it can do. One of the tests I ran used the World Happiness Index scores, along with corresponding data sets from the World Bank to see if we could figure out some correlations.

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STAAH

JULY 9, 2023

Learn how this exclusive Indonesian hotel maximised its occupancy and revenue with STAAH. The Luxton Bandung is an exclusive 4-star hotel conveniently located in the heart of Bandung [Indonesia] within walking distance to factory outlets, shopping malls and an entertainment complex. The Bandung business and other local historical places are also easily accessible from The Luxton.

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TravelNet

JULY 9, 2023

For years, we’ve heard potential customers complain about the complexity of managing OTAs all by themselves. It’s true. Distribution managers for property management companies have faced huge obstacles in making sure their content, images, amenities, etc., are all up to date–for all their properties–on every single channel. And the headaches are real.

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Hospitality Tech

JULY 9, 2023

Infor cloud solutions work to drive new levels of usability, connectivity and insight.

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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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eHotelier

JULY 9, 2023

Anuj Soin, a seasoned hospitality professional with more than 17 years of experience in commercial and operational roles, has been named the General Manager of Radisson Hotel Sector 29 Gurugram. In his new position, Anuj will be responsible for devising business strategies and overseeing the hotel's operations.

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Hospitality Tech

JULY 9, 2023

TRA recognizes SpotOn as a leading technology provider to offer solutions to Texas restaurateurs and hospitality operators looking to cut costs and drive revenue.

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eHotelier

JULY 9, 2023

Top marketing tips on how to drive guest usage, boost guest spending, and supercharge order volumes with online F&B ordering.

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Hospitality Tech

JULY 9, 2023

Treasure Data selected as Customer Data Platform to drive more personalized digital interactions by delivering the right offer at the right time.

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Advertiser: ZoomInfo

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!

eHotelier

JULY 9, 2023

Timbers Kaua'i at Hōkūala, the award-winning, oceanfront resort community, has promoted Chef Alex Amorin to the position of executive chef. Following his successful tenure as chef de cuisine, Chef Amorin's ascension to this esteemed role promises to further enhance the property's reputation for delivering innovative, farm-to-fork fare. Marked by Chef Amorin's vision for celebrating local flavors, global influences, and the joy of shared dining experiences, Timbers Kaua'i at Hōkūala anticipates a

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Belza

JULY 9, 2023

Distinctively Reconceptualize Hotel Security and Cyberattacks | Hotel Marketing

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eHotelier

JULY 9, 2023

Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia is proud to announce the upcoming renovation of its guest rooms and meeting spaces. A premier destination for luxury, romance, relaxation, and recreation, the resort’s multi-million dollar transformation draws inspiration from quintessential Spanish architecture and the surrounding desert landscape. The relaxed yet inspired ambiance of this soon-to-be reimagined destination will create an ideal backdrop for getaways, corporate meetings, weddings, an

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Inn Sight

JULY 9, 2023

Australia is known for its diverse food culture, and Sydney is no exception. As the largest city in Australia, Sydney is home to a thriving food and drink scene that has gained worldwide recognition. In this article, we'll explore the unique aspects of the Sydney food and drink scene and how it compares to the rest of the world.

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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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eHotelier

JULY 9, 2023

Housed in one of Palma’s oldest buildings, the soon-to-open Nobis Hotel Palma is set to be a contemporary property steeped in 1,000 years of history as well as the best of both Scandinavian and Spanish design. Individually conceived rooms and suites are paired with a signature restaurant helmed by renowned chef Xema Álvarez, a cocktail lounge, a rooftop terrace with panoramic city views, and an intimate spa—all designed by the award-winning interior architects at Wingårdhs.

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Hospitality Tech

JULY 9, 2023

Treasure Data selected as Customer Data Platform to drive more personalized digital interactions by delivering the right offer at the right time.

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eHotelier

JULY 9, 2023

Unlocking the potential tourism opportunities on African Continent, the African Tourism Board is now promoting regional tourism blocs for speeding up tourism development in Africa, famous for its amazing natural resources and attractive heritage sites.

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eHotelier

JULY 9, 2023

Finland’s Foreign Ministry issued a statement, announcing that the Nordic country will tighten entry rules for visitors from Russian Federation.

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Advertiser: ZoomInfo

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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eHotelier

JULY 9, 2023

Sertifi, developers of a complete agreements platform used by over 17,500 hospitality, event, and travel companies, and Infor, developers of integrated and scalable hospitality solutions, today announced their integrated credit card authorization offering. This is the second joint offering between Sertifi and Infor, who previously integrated with Sertifi’s e-signature solution, giving hoteliers a way to capture event e-signatures and payments from Infor Sales & Catering.

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eHotelier

JULY 9, 2023

The Hotels Network (THN), a full-stack growth platform for hotels, has announced its latest innovative offering, SafeDirect, designed for hoteliers to dramatically increase their website conversions. The all-in-one turnkey solution allows hotels to effortlessly provide complimentary travel assistance insurance to every guest who reserves a room through their brand.com website.

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