Hospitality Net

JULY 20, 2023

Today, global hospitality leader Hilton (NYSE: HLT), announced the signing of a management agreement for the 540-room Hilton Cancun Mar Caribe All-Inclusive Resort. Now accepting reservations and expected to open in November of this year, the newly-renovated property bolsters Hilton’s all-inclusive presence in the Caribbean and Latin America, where Hilton currently has nine all-inclusive resorts.

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Skift Blog

JULY 20, 2023

Skift Take: Hotel owners have balked at doing deals as interest rates have risen. But the deal drought may end soon. Plus, more from this week's news about hotel development worldwide.

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Hotel Management

JULY 20, 2023

Hotel Indigo Melbourne appoints GM Pro-invest Group has appointed Joseph Simmons to the role of General Manager of Hotel Indigo Melbourne on Flinders ahead of its opening next month following an extensive $20million refurbishment. “The Hotel Indigo Melbourne on Flinders is poised to add a new dimension to this pocket of the CBD and we can’t wait to share the essence and intrigue of our Flinders Lane neighbourhood through the hotel’s design, art and guest experiences,” Simmons said.

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Hospitality Net

JULY 20, 2023

Today, Marriott International announced the winners of the 2023 J. Willard Marriott Awards of Excellence. Established in 1987 and named after Marriott’s founder, the J. Willard Marriott Awards of Excellence honor the company’s finest associates who represent key characteristics: achievement, character, dedication, effort and perseverance.

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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

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Hotel Management

JULY 20, 2023

Stylish hotel QT Gold Coast recently debuted Australia’s coolest hotel-within-a-hotel concept with the opening of the qtQT cabins , which offers a calming stay at one of the nation’s most popular beaches. Ideal for romantic escapes, girls getaways and corporate incentive trips alike, the new experience at QT Gold Coast is headlined by six qtQT Cabins, which each feature a private balcony, set within a tropical green oasis and a golden horizon. “qtQT is a unique open-air sanctuary oozing co

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Skift Blog

JULY 20, 2023

Skift Take: Inspirato's woes do not appear to be a reflection of the broader luxury sector. Perhaps luxury subscriptions, though, don't have as much value in the eyes of wealthy travelers as the company purports.

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Skift Blog

JULY 20, 2023

Skift Take: Despite delays, cancellations and staffing shortfalls, three of the largest carriers in the U.S have generated record revenues and raised their profit outlook for the year.

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Hospitality Net

JULY 20, 2023

Posadas, Mexico’s preeminent hospitality conglomerate, today unveils Fiesta Americana Travelty, a comprehensive digital booking system, enabling travelers to prepare every aspect of their journey from one central hub. The platform offers access to over 190 hotels and nine Posadas brands in Mexico and the Dominican Republic, inclusive of resorts under the Fiesta Americana Travelty Collection—formerly known as La Colección Resorts by Fiesta Americana—which comprises brands such as Live Aqua, Grand

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Skift Blog

JULY 20, 2023

Skift Take: This December, Skift will return to Dubai for our second annual Skift Global Forum East, presented by Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism.

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Hospitality Net

JULY 20, 2023

StepStone Hospitality, a premier management firm with expertise in full-service, select-service, and independent boutique-style hotel and restaurant operations, is thrilled to announce the comprehensive refurbishment of the Fairfield Orlando I-Drive Convention Center, located at 8214 Universal Blvd, Orlando, Florida. This significant transformation underscores StepStone’s commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences, particularly for meeting planners in search of an outstanding event v

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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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Skift Blog

JULY 20, 2023

Skift Take: As if pilot shortage was not a blow enough to deal with, U.S. airlines are now facing a peculiar issue of position upgrades to captain.

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Hospitality Net

JULY 20, 2023

IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, with 6000 hotels across 18 brands, has signed a franchise agreement that will see a Hotel Indigo property open in Oxagon, a coastal industrial city in NEOM, located in the Northwest region of Saudi Arabia.

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Skift Blog

JULY 20, 2023

Skift Take: Debate over fees and consumer protections will continue as the Senate works on its own version.

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Hospitality Net

JULY 20, 2023

White Lodging and its associates are delighted to announce the on-schedule topping out of San Antonio’s inaugural Kimpton Hotel. This construction milestone keeps the 10-story edifice on track, with the project having commenced in October of the previous year. Kimpton San Antonio, situated at 423 S Alamo in downtown San Antonio, is slated to open its doors in the final quarter of 2024.

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Advertiser: ZoomInfo

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.

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Skift Blog

JULY 20, 2023

Skift Take: Early investors in vacation rental markets are realizing three's a crowd.

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Hospitality Net

JULY 20, 2023

With focus on its ambitious goal of becoming the first net zero CO2-emission hostel chain in Europe by 2025, a&o Hostels, the world’s largest hostel chain, has released The a&o Sustainability Report 2022 to document its efforts and progress on sustainability issues while serving as an inspiration – even a road map – for other hospitality operators to follow suit.

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Hotel Management

JULY 20, 2023

IHG Hotels and Resorts is set to introduce its Vignette Collection to Cambodia’s capital city of Phnom Penh through a partnership with Odom Living Co. Ltd. The Luxury and Lifestyle brand – IHG’s first Collection brand – will make its debut in 2027 with a 50-room hotel in the heart of the city, occupying the top seven floors of 45-storey Odom Tower. Vignette Collection Phnom Penh Odom will be the second IHG property to open in Cambodia, following Six Senses Krabey Island.

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Hospitality Net

JULY 20, 2023

If you’re a hotelier looking to boost profits from your venue spaces, look no further than your data. In this day and age, data is one of the most powerful revenue-boosting tools at your disposal.

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Hotel Management

JULY 20, 2023

New Zealand hospitality operator Sudima Hotels has donated time, resources, and money to transform the women’s changing rooms at Counties Manukau Rugby Football Union (CMRFU), as part of a long-standing collaboration between the two organisations. The hospitality business partnered with local trade suppliers including Ignite Architects, who donated their time and expertise to design and manage the build, with Sudima’s own in-house tradesmen leading the construction and fit-out.

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Hospitality Net

JULY 20, 2023

Nearly 5,000 attendees from more than 60 countries gathered in San Antonio, Texas, May 20-24 for the 54th annual IPW—the travel industry’s premier international marketplace and the largest generator of inbound travel to the United States.

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Hotel Management

JULY 20, 2023

Virgin Australia and Japan’s largest airline, ANA, All Nippon Airways, have announced a significantly expanded partnership to include increased levels of codeshare co-operation in addition to a series of member loyalty benefits and seamless travel across both carriers’ networks. From now, Velocity Frequent Flyer members can earn Points and Status Credits when travelling on ANA operated flights across more than 130 destinations in the global ANA network including Japan, Asia, North America and Eu

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Hospitality Net

JULY 20, 2023

The highly anticipated reopening of the beloved LUX* Belle Mare, Mauritius - situated on the island’s wild east coast, tucked away in lush tropical gardens near the quaint village of Belle Mare - will welcome guests back on 1 October 2023. Unveiling a refreshed look after more than a year of extensive renovations, the reimagined resort with its timeless architecture designed by renowned Mauritian architect Jean-Francois Adam has been elevated with a striking new design whilst retaining its celeb

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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.

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Skift Blog

JULY 20, 2023

Skift Take: There are an estimated 200 reservation technology providers available in the tours and activities sector. Whether consolidation amongst key platforms will bring meaningful benefits for tour operators remains to be seen.

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Hospitality Net

JULY 20, 2023

Hotel conversions continue to have real momentum in the Caribbean and Latin America (CALA) region and in recent years have become an important growth driver for Marriott International. Hoteliers and investors are leveraging the efficiencies and advantages of renovating and rebranding existing properties, further expanding the breadth of Marriott’s portfolio, consisting of 31 global brands.

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Skift Blog

JULY 20, 2023

Skift Take: While American Airlines' second quarter results were good, they weren't quite good enough for investors after Delta and United set a high bar.

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Hospitality Net

JULY 20, 2023

Have you heard of the recent trends such as the “Great Resignation”, “Quiet Quitting” and “Career Cushioning” that are transforming the job market? While most leaders are aware of these trends, many seem helpless to counter the problems that are causing employees to leave, underperform, and generally dislike their jobs.

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Skift Blog

JULY 20, 2023

Skift Take: World Cup destinations better get their political playbook ready if they want to successfully host the games in 2026.

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Hospitality Net

JULY 20, 2023

Davidson Hospitality Group announces the launch of DH Creative, an in-house creative agency that specializes in comprehensive brand development services and creative direction for its hotels, resorts, restaurants, bars, spas and membership clubs. From concepting brands to managing large-scale photo and video shoots; to aligning with partners to oversee development of exceptional websites, DH Creative leverages talent to bring brands to life in an impactful and meaningful way.

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Skift Blog

JULY 20, 2023

Skift Take: Today's edition of Skift's daily podcast looks closer at the state of travel, Wi-Fi on planes, and Mondees’ new AI tools.

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Hospitality Net

JULY 20, 2023

Defying the expectations of many, the U.S economy has demonstrated resilience driven in part by a solid employment report with stronger than expected wage growth during June, along with continued healthy levels of consumer spending. With this said, the U.S. economy has been slowed by the Federal Reserve’s aggressive drive to tame inflation through a series of interest rate hikes that began early last year.

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