Skift Blog

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Skift Take: Today's edition of Skift's daily podcast examines Saudi Arabia's dry World Cup bid, short-term rentals in the EU, and VistiBritain's entertaining tourism ideas.

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Anthony Cole Training

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Sales organizations typically have plenty of sales data due to the growth and usage of CRM systems, critical to capturing the activities that are occurring with the sales team. But effective coaching with sales performance data often becomes the greater challenge with sales managers and leaders. In our coaching platform, we offer several tools to help in this area and one of the most effective, easy to understand and utilize is sales data insight that comes from regular Sales Huddles.

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Skift Blog

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Skift Take: Hopper is in a much deeper state of hurt than it is letting on. It has a trimmed down vision to focus on direct hotel relationships after two of the biggest online travel agencies in the world departed as partners.

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Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today announced its partnership with Head Held High (HHH), India’s foremost non-profit driving youth transformation, women empowerment and economic empowerment in rural communities across India.

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Advertiser: ZoomInfo

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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Skift Blog

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Skift Take: In the past decade, online travel has prioritized logistics over experiences. Still, advancements in AI are set to reverse this focus, placing the experience at the center of why consumers choose to travel.

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Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, an Autograph Collection, Hawaiʻi Islandʻs most iconic and historic resort, announces a $180-million renovation in 2024 that will signal the evolution of its offerings for today’s sophisticated travelers - while preserving its remarkable heritage and timelessness that has captivated guests since Laurance S. Rockefeller opened the resort in 1965.

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Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 6, 2023

IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies and WING, a leading property development and investment group in Central Europe, are proud to announce the signing of Hotel Indigo Budapest Andrassy and Holiday Inn Express Vagohid. Signed at real estate trade fair, EXPO Real 2023, both properties mark brand debuts to Hungary, demonstrating investment and growth in the premium and essentials hotel segments.

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Skift Blog

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Skift Take: Although the jobs report released on Friday provided U.S. hotels encouraging news, the hotel industry needs substantially more help to overcome its staffing shortages.

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Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Radical Innovation, conceptualized in 2006 by The Hardy Group, is an annual award competition that has been shifting the norm in the global hospitality industry, by recognizing excellence in design, architecture, travel, and products. The initiative challenges creative thinkers and design visionaries at the professional and student level to pioneer compelling innovations that fuel the future of hospitality.

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Skift Blog

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Skift Take: Sheila Johnson - a billionaire you can empathize with - looks back on her journey to become a luxury hotel chief, and how Salamander is guided by the same principles she has followed across all of her businesses.

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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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Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Two years ago, Apple released iOS15 and disrupted the email marketing world with Mail Privacy Protection (MPP). That happened in September of 2021, and to this day we are still working with clients to shift their mindset on email “engagement.

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Skift Blog

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Skift Take: West Maui has started to reopen to tourists. That will probably do more for the rest of the island than the western region, which is still healing.

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Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 6, 2023

In this digital era, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems are becoming increasingly important for hotels to manage their guest data, their communications and especially to enhance the guest experience with the use of personalisation.

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Skift Blog

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Skift Take: In this video from the Skift Meetings Forum 2023, we hear from Glenn Stress, VP of global B2B events and programs for Marriott International, and Naomi Claire Crellin, founder and CEO of StoryCraft Labs, about how their six guiding principles for experience design in the meetings and events industry can help planners cut through the clutter to design more inclusive, immersive and playful events.

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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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OCTOBER 6, 2023

In the enchanting world of hospitality, where dreams are woven into reality, one man’s remarkable journey stands out like a beacon of inspiration. Meet Seth Shelton, the shining star of Primland, where he currently holds the prestigious position of Head Waiter, sommelier From his humble beginnings as a sandwich shop cashier to ascending the ranks at Primland, Seth’s story epitomizes the power of dedication and passion in carving a successful career.

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Skift Blog

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Skift Take: Three tech-enabled property managers — typically less affected by increasing short-term rental regulations — have announced fundraises recently.

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Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Hotel fees encompass a range of extra charges guests may pay for amenities and services. However, they are more than just additional charges on a guest’s bill. They can also be strategic revenue boosters that can significantly elevate your hotel’s profitability.

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Hotel News Resource

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Article - Hotel Rates Likely to Continue Upward Trajectory in 2024 Despite Softening of Leisure Travel Demand - American Express Global Business Travel Consulting studies the impact of new business travel patterns on hotel trends

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Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 6, 2023

In the wake of the 2015 Paris accord and a global push for net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, service organizations are at a crossroads. Countries and industries across the globe, including the EU, the US, Japan, and Korea, have committed to significant reductions in CO2 emissions by 2030. Corporate giants like Microsoft, Moderna, Amazon, Royal Caribbean Cruises, McDonald’s, and United Airlines have made bold commitments towards sustainability.

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Hotel Business

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Boston is the most expensive city in the U.S. for hotel accommodation, according to a new survey by Cheaphotels.org. The survey compared hotel rates across 50 U.S. destinations during October 2023—the month when hotel prices in most American cities tend to be at their highest. Only centrally located hotels with a 3-star rating or more were considered for the survey.

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Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 6, 2023

With six properties across Asia’s most exciting destinations, including Thailand, Cambodia, and the Philippines, Lub d delivers unforgettable, authentic, local experiences for the adventurous traveler. More than just a place to crash, Lub d hotels serve as a hub for like-minded guests to chill out, work together, play games, eat, drink, party, and relax.

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Hotel News Resource

OCTOBER 6, 2023

As part of his research on regenerative hospitality and digital technology, Dr Alessandro Inversini had the fantastic opportunity to visit two rural reserves in Lebanon, namely Shouf Cezar Reserve and Jamal Moussa Reserve. In this article, he shares his experience, and gives us insights into his research results. Discover the concept of regenerative hospitlality and how it could impact the industry!

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Advertiser: ZoomInfo

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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OCTOBER 6, 2023

Canopy Hotel to Bring 181 New Rooms and Homewood Suites Hotel to Bring 152 New Rooms to Downtown Nashville and The Gulch Neighborhood.

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Hotel News Resource

OCTOBER 6, 2023

In today's evolving hotel industry, turning a blind eye to hotel business intelligence is no longer an option. Harnessing the power of hotel analytics software gives hoteliers the reins to not just gather data, but to strategically interpret it. It's a distinction that can elevate a hotel from simply functioning to thriving.

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Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 6, 2023

MGM Resorts International ("MGM Resorts" or the "Company") recently disclosed that the Company identified a cybersecurity issue affecting certain of its systems and that its investigation into the issue was ongoing. On or around September 29, 2023, MGM Resorts determined that an unauthorized third party obtained personal information of some of its customers on September 11, 2023.

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Hotel News Resource

OCTOBER 6, 2023

This week, Meliá Hotels International has reopened the Palau de Congressos de Catalunya, meaning that Barcelona has recovered one of its most emblematic spaces for MICE (meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions) tourism after being closed since 2020.

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Advertiser: ALHI

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!

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Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Dive into the world of luxury with six EHL Brand ambassadors as they share their experiences with Cartier. Their stories provide a unique glimpse into the allure of luxury, exploring what fuels their motivations as ambassadors, how Cartier crafts unforgettable experiences, and the qualities that define exceptional hospitality professionals. Join us as each ambassador shares insights into Cartier’s inner workings, their roles, and the standout moments from their luxury experience.

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Hotel News Resource

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Overall, travelers are open to incorporating emerging technologies as part of the travel experience, especially for research and planning purposes. In fact, nearly 2 in 3 travelers relied upon some kind of emerging technology during a travel experience in the past year.

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Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Imagine stepping into a hotel lobby and breezing through a check-in powered by facial recognition technology. With a key in hand, your app-ordered room service is delivered promptly by a robot.

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Hotel News Resource

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Article - Apple IOS17 Release: Introduction to Link Tracking Protection (LTP) and Its Impact on Email Deliverability - Apple’s recent iOS7 update brings changes that impact email marketing strategies

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Advertiser: ZoomInfo

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.

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