Thu.Mar 06, 2025

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IDeaS Unveils Groundbreaking API Developer Portal to Revolutionize Partner Integrations

Hotel Speak

MINNEAPOLIS March 2025 IDeaS, a SAS company and the worlds leading provider of hospitality revenue management software, today announces the launch of its cutting-edge API data integration developer portal. This innovative platform is set to transform the hospitality technology landscape by enabling faster, more efficient data integrations and fostering unparalleled collaboration among technology providers across the ecosystem.

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Sunray Group Completes Purchase of Bisha Hotel Toronto

Hotelier Magazine

TORONTO Sunray Group has completed the purchase of the Bisha Hotel Toronto, joining Marriott as the first Luxury Collection Hotel in Canada. The company agreed to purchase the hotel in December 2024. Located in the heart of Torontos Entertainment District and designed by Studio Munge, the 44-storey hotel is comprised of nine floors dedicated to hotel rooms, with the remaining nine to 42 dedicated to the luxe one- or two-bedroom residential spaces.Floors dedicated to the luxe one- or two-bedroom

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HiJiffy integrates with Expedia Group to simplify the management of travellers’ messages

Hotel Speak

HiJiffy, the leader in AI-powered communication solutions for hotels, is excited to announce a new partnership with Expedia Group. This integration allows hoteliers to streamline all traveller messages from Expedia Group directly in their HiJiffy Console. While saving time and resources spent on managing conversations, this partnership allows hotel staff to focus on delivering an exceptional guest experience.

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Travel and Leisure Co. takes stake in 11 timeshare resorts across Australia and New Zealand

Hotel Management

Travel and Leisure Co. is set to expand Club Wyndham South Pacifics portfolio to 66 properties with the purchase of vacation ownership interests in 11 properties across Australia and New Zealand. Port Pacific Resort (Port Macquarie, NSW) The strategic acquisition expands the range of holiday options for close to 60,000 Club Wyndham South Pacific members, adding new destinations such as Magnetic Island, Tomakin and the Mornington Peninsula in Australia, as well as Queenstown, and Paihia in the Ba

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Smart Tools & Strong Teams: A People-First Approach to AI in Sales

Speaker: Matt Sunshine, CEO at The Center for Sales Strategy

AI isn’t replacing salespeople—it’s empowering them. The most forward-thinking sales organizations are using AI to enhance human performance rather than eliminate it. From coaching and messaging to prospecting and pipeline accountability, artificial intelligence is giving managers and SDRs the new tools they need to work smarter, sell better, and close more.

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OTEC Partners with GTHA to Enhance Workforce Development

Hotelier Magazine

TORONTO The Ontario Tourism Education Corporation (OTEC) and the Greater Toronto Hotel Association (GTHA) have partnered to enhance workforce development opportunities within the tourism and hospitality sector in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). This collaboration will provide GTHA members with access to high-quality training and skills development initiatives to support the industrys evolving needs.

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Minor Hotels bolsters Oaks network with the addition of three Victorian properties

Hotel Management

Minor Hotels is expanding the Oaks Hotels, Resorts and Suites portfolio with the addition of three Victorian properties this month. Oaks Vue Suites Geelong and Oaks R Suites Geelong opened under the brand on March 3, with Oaks Melbourne Flemington Suites joining the hotel group earlier this month. Oaks Melbourne Flemington Suites As we continue to expand our footprint in Australasia, the portfolio additions of Oaks Vue Suites Geelong, Oaks R Suites Geelong and Oaks Melbourne Flemington Suites ma

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The Future of Hotel Tech: Top Trends You Need to Know

Hotelogix

As we venture into the future of hospitality, it's crucial to stay ahead of the technological curve. Let's explore the groundbreaking trends that are reshaping our industry and elevating guest experiences to unprecedented levels. 1. AI-Powered Personalization: Your Digital Concierge Evolved Artificial Intelligence has transcended buzzword status to become an indispensable ally in 2025: Advanced Chatbots: These sophisticated digital assistants manage everything from bookings to local re

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Spain Heats Up, Airlines Adopt AI and Ryanair Goes Paperless

Skift Blog

Skift Take: On todays episode we discuss Spains climate change worries, airlines use of AI, and Ryanairs new paperless system -Rashaad Jorden Read the Complete Story On Skift

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Spring Cleaning for Hoteliers – Revamping Digital Room Service Menus and Beyond

eHotelier

As the seasons change and spring approaches in the northern hemisphere, hoteliers are reminded of the importance of refreshing their offerings

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IndiGo Reveals Two European Cities as First Long-Haul Destinations

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Just days after introducing the 787 Dreamliner on its Bangkok route, IndiGo is ramping up its widebody ambitions further with its first European services.

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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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Hotel Interior Design: Creating Spaces That Work Smarter

Hotel News Resource

In this guide, well unpack five expert strategies to master hotel interior design, blending guest delight with operational brilliance. Expect real&world examples, practical tips, and a roadmap to elevate your property. Lets dive in.

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Spirit and Frontier Sue U.S. Over New Reagan National Airport Flights

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Spirit and Frontier are taking issue with the way the Department of Transportation applied certain legal definitions when awarding long-distance flights out of Reagan National Airport.

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What Hoteliers Need to Know About Third-Party Cyber Risks

Hospitality Tech

While third-party relationships are necessary for great guest service, they also create new opportunities for cyberattacks.

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UK Proposes Support for Green Jet Fuel - Funded by Oil Companies

Skift Blog

Skift Take: The UKs SAF price guarantee proposal could be a way to de-risk investment in greener jet fuel, but it will take a lot to fix the supply problem.

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New Research-Backed Strategies to Empower Managers as Culture & Engagement Leaders

Speaker: Beth Sunshine, SVP, Up Your Culture

When culture isn’t consistently lived out across the organization, engagement suffers—and it often starts with a disconnect at the top. In this session, Beth Sunshine, SVP of Up Your Culture at The Center for Sales Strategy, will reveal how HR and executive leaders can close the gap between vision and execution by equipping frontline and mid-level managers to become culture carriers.

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The 5 best website builders for your hotel in 2025

MEWS

What is a hotel website builder? A hotel website builder is a tool designed to help you create a functional, user-friendly website with features tailored to the hospitality industry. Whether you have a developer on staff or not, a good website builder will let you edit content easily - without needing to understand HTML or CSS.

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Starwood Is Back as Barry Sternlicht Rebrands SH

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Barry Sternlicht is bullish on his second go-around with Starwood Hotels. But it has a long way to go to reach the heights of its heyday.

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La Quinta Resort & Club announces expansive renovation ahead of centennial celebration

eHotelier

La Quinta Resort & Club, a desert icon and famed Hollywood retreat, is thrilled to announce the completion of its transformative resort-wide renovation.

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American Express to Acquire Center, an Expense Management Startup

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Theres been a fair amount of activity in the corporate travel and expense management world as companies look to capitalize on a largely untapped market.

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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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20 Years of Paradise: Royal Davui Island Resort celebrates two decades of Fijian Luxury

eHotelier

Royal Davui Island Resort, the award-winning, Fijian-owned and operated adults-only private island retreat, is proudly marking a milestone 20 years

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Exclusive: Expedia Hires Brand Marketing Exec From Booking.com

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Expedia has been heavily involved in sports marketing, and has been using influencers more frequently, all of which dovetails with the experience of the company's new senior vice president of brand marketing & creative.

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Maxence Barbot appointed new Pastry Chef of Le Bristol Paris

eHotelier

Le Bristol Paris is delighted to welcome Maxence Barbot as its new Pastry Chef starting May 5.

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BeCause Launches Certification Co-Pilot to Simplify Sustainability Compliance

Hospitality Tech

New tool revolutionizes the sustainability certification process for hotels and tourism companies, paving the way for the industrys green transition.

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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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Chad Goodnough appointed Senior Vice President of Sales Strategy & Innovation of Stonebridge Companies

eHotelier

Stonebridge Companies, LLC ("Stonebridge"), a Denver-based innovative, privately-owned hotel management company boasting a diverse range of luxury, resort, full-service

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SONIFI Partners with Ooma to Offer Hotels Cloud-Based Phone Systems

Hospitality Tech

Oomas system portal integrates with a hotels PMS and can automate personalized and revenue-driving messages to guests.

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Vignette Collection announces global partnership with the World Literacy Foundation

eHotelier

Vignette Collection is writing the next chapter in itsA Means For Goodstory through a global partnership with the World Literacy Foundation.

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Soundtrack Selected as Preferred B2B Music Streaming Partner for Accor’s Global Hotel, Restaurant and Bar Portfolio

Hospitality Tech

Industry-leading hospitality group partners with Soundtrack to create immersive guest experiences through music.

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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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Lošinj Hotels & Villas is honoured at the World Travel & Tourism Festival 2025

eHotelier

Loinj Hotels & Villas is delighted to announce being celebrated at the prestigious World Travel & Tourism Festival (WTTF) 2025, where it was recognised in the esteemed

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PPDS Brings Instant Sustainability Benefits to Hotels

Hospitality Tech

Philips Signage EcoDesign becomes first digital display to be awarded EPEAT Climate+ Gold Certification.

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How robots are upgrading hotel stays

Hospitality Today

From concierge bots to automated room service - how hotels are blending technology with human touch for a smarter, more seamless guest experience

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Avantio Launches Own Dynamic Pricing Tool to Boost Revenue and Occupancy

Hospitality Tech

Avantios dynamic pricing tool uses historical trends, real-time market data, and competitive insights from platforms like Airbnb and Vrbo to recommend optimal rates.

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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!