Skift Blog
JULY 29, 2024
Skift Take: Meta AI was useful as a starting point for finding things to do in a new destination — an improvement from its first model but nothing new compared to competitors. Beyond that, a traditional search is far superior for trip planning.
Lodging
JULY 29, 2024
With the hospitality industry’s ongoing move to facilitate the guest journey through digitization and self-service, it’s natural that hoteliers should consider leveraging biometrics for check in/check out, including payment of the final bill. But the last few years have mainly seen elevated interest in this technology with relatively little adoption, according to Terry Schulenburg, VP, business development, CyberLink.
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Skift Blog
JULY 29, 2024
Skift Take: While Vegas heavyweights like Wynn and MGM made headlines for entering the UAE, the reality of the country's gaming industry could be a lot more local, favoring companies already in the country.
Lodging
JULY 29, 2024
When it comes to design and functionality, few industries highlight the balance between aesthetics and features as clearly as hospitality. For every element in a hotel—décor, service, theming, amenities, and more—hoteliers have keen eyes for detail. But are they overlooking a critical piece in their rooms? What about the TV—the biggest screen in the room?
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.
Skift Blog
JULY 29, 2024
Skift Take: International visitor spending in India in 2023 was 14% below pre-pandemic levels. UPI One World wallet eliminates the need for international travelers to carry currency, and could boost tourism spending in India.
Lodging
JULY 29, 2024
Pebblebrook Hotel Trust reported Q2 2024 results. Highlights include: Hotel Operating Trends Portfolio Updates & Capital Repositioning 2024 Outlook “Second quarter demand was in line with our expectations, with healthy business group, transient and leisure boosting the urban markets, and strong weekday and weekend demand positively affecting our resort portfolio.
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Lodging
JULY 29, 2024
WASHINGTON—American Hotel & Lodging Association Interim President and CEO Kevin Carey released the following statement after the New York City Council postponed a planned July 30 hearing on a bill that would harm the city’s nearly 700 hotels and their roughly 265,000 employees. “Over the last ten days, NYC’s hotel industry and the tourism economy have rallied to speak with one voice and resoundingly make clear that the Hotel Licensing bill introduced in the City […] The post AHLA Relea
Skift Blog
JULY 29, 2024
Skift Take: Gold medals aren't the only prize in contention at Paris 2024. Airlines from around the world are using the Olympics to bolster brand recognition in a big way.
Lodging
JULY 29, 2024
InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury and lifestyle portfolio, announced that InterContinental Bellevue at the Avenue is open. This 208-room hotel, situated within the Avenue Bellevue complex developed by Fortress Development, marks the brand’s debut in the Pacific Northwest. General Manager Haje Roger Thurau, a 30-year international hospitality veteran, stated, “We welcome guests with extraordinary amenities and contemporary comforts, reflecting B
Skift Blog
JULY 29, 2024
Skift Take: As travelers seek more customizable options, airline retailing is modernizing to offer AI-powered ancillary offer management. This shift enhances the passenger experience and provides airlines with new revenue streams through targeted and personalized offerings.
Speaker: Brendan Sweeney, VP of Global Sales and David Phelan, Account Manager
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.
Lodging
JULY 29, 2024
LOS ANGELES, California—Situated along the Venice Beach Boardwalk, Hotel Erwin, a family-owned establishment for nearly 50 years, debuted the transformation of its High Rooftop Lounge. The rooftop space has undergone a décor refresh in partnership with designer Tara Bean; a reorganization of the rooftop atmosphere and service to create a more elevated lounge experience; and the debut of a new, reimaged food and beverage program by Consultant Christian Krasteff. “We are thrilled to welcome
Skift Blog
JULY 29, 2024
Skift Take: Today's podcast looks at Meta's new AI tools, airlines and the Olympics, and gambling in the UAE.
eHotelier
JULY 29, 2024
By focusing on sleep quality, hotels can greatly improve the guest experience and satisfied guests are more likely to return and recommend your hotel.
Webrezpro
JULY 29, 2024
“People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” When working to create an exceptional guest experience, hoteliers would do well to remember Maya Angelou’s wise words.
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.
Hotel Business
JULY 29, 2024
One of the highlights each year at NABHOOD’s International African American Hotel Ownership & Investment Summit & Trade Show at the Miami Marriott Biscayne Bay is the Thomas J. Baltimore Jr. Distinguished Speaker Series. At this year’s 28th annual edition of the event, Leslie D. Hale , president/CEO, RLJ Lodging Trust, took to the stage to have an intimate conversation about her career in hospitality with Dr.
Lure Agency
JULY 29, 2024
Why & How Many Hotel Vendor Websites are the Reason […] The post Want to Sell to Hotels? Your Website Could Be Working Against You appeared first on Lure Agency.
Hotel Designs
JULY 29, 2024
Hotel Designs Silentnight – staying ahead of the curve Silentnight – staying ahead of the curve As one of the UK’s leading sleep brands, Silentnight is constantly looking at new ways to expand its product portfolio… Whether through introducing new collections, ranges or materials, Silentnight prides itself on staying ahead of the curve when it comes to what it offers customers.
Hotel Speak
JULY 29, 2024
Your guest experience is a sum of many parts, including everything from your location to your staff’s attitude, but perhaps the one that’s most easily quantifiable is your amenities. Whether you just provide a bar of soap and a single pillowslip, or you pack the minibar with your guests’ favourite champagne to be enjoyed in a complimentary robe and slippers, your amenities play a key role in setting the tone for the guest’s stay.
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
Guest Centric
JULY 29, 2024
Reading Time: 5 minutes An independent hotel starts with a unique vision and concept. Unlike standardized chains, independent properties and collections have the opportunity to distinguish their brand in the market and deliver truly memorable experiences to guests at all stages of their journey. But, as the world of online travel and hospitality rapidly evolves, with everything from algorithm.
Hospitality Tech
JULY 29, 2024
Explore how AI-driven tools are helping hotels improve their online presence, attract more guests, and increase revenue.
Hotel News Resource
JULY 29, 2024
Article - YourSpace Partners Breaks Ground on the First YourSpace Extended Stay Hotel in Chesapeake - YourSpace Hotel brand to redefine extended stay accommodations
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Hotel News Resource
JULY 29, 2024
With my workshops and speaking, I often do an exercise where I challenge each leader to find a minimum of $250 in next month's forecast. That can be savings in the form of reduced payroll or expenses. It can also be a source of new revenue.
Hotel Business
JULY 29, 2024
Kevin Carey, interim president/CEO, American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) released the following statement after the New York City Council postponed a planned July 30 hearing on a bill that, according to the association, would harm the city’s nearly 700 hotels and their roughly 265,000 employees. “Over the last 10 days, NYC’s hotel industry and the tourism economy have rallied to speak with one voice and resoundingly make clear that the hotel licensing bill introduced in the City Counc
Hotel News Resource
JULY 29, 2024
Velipoja Grand Europa Resort Affiliated by Meliá boasts a privileged seaside location in one of the country's most popular coastal destinations, which with its long and wide beaches is perfect for enjoying a Mediterranean holiday.
Hotel Business
JULY 29, 2024
InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury and lifestyle portfolio, has opened the InterContinental Bellevue at the Avenue in Washington. This 208-room luxury hotel, situated within the $1-billion Avenue Bellevue complex developed by Fortress Development , marks the brand’s debut in the Pacific Northwest. The hotel’s design is inspired by Bellevue’s natural beauty, featuring organic aesthetics and a neutral color palette.
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!
Hotel News Resource
JULY 29, 2024
Article - Travel Investors on the Next Innovation Wave - Travel investors are hoping for the next innovation wave to hit soon as they decide where to channel their funds.
Hotel Business
JULY 29, 2024
Lighthouse (formerly OTA Insight) has appointed Laura McDonough as SVP, business operations. Most recently, she was VP, cloud business operations at NetApp. “As we scale to serve over 70,000 hotels worldwide, we’re excited to have Laura join our team,” said Sean Fitzpatrick, CEO, Lighthouse. “Her extensive experience in scaling B2B SaaS businesses will have a significant and positive impact.
Hotel Designs
JULY 29, 2024
Hotel Designs The best overwater villas in the Maldives The best overwater villas in the Maldives With hotels continuing to stake a claim in the archipelago, we take a deep dive straight off the deck and into some of the best overwater villas in the Maldives… The Maldives, a constellation of islands scattered across the Indian Ocean, is synonymous with luxury and unparalleled natural beauty.
Hotel Business
JULY 29, 2024
The UNLV William F. Harrah College of Hospitality has received a $1-million philanthropic gift from Marco Benvenuti , founder of Duetto , to establish the Marco Benvenuti Excellence Endowment. The gift represents the culmination of years of support from the local entrepreneur and 2002 graduate. The endowment was established to enhance student retention and success by providing critical funding for student travel, professional development and special projects to complement coursework.
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