Fri.May 02, 2025

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An overview of FTC junk fees rule and similar state laws  

Hotel Business

By Jennifer M. Driscoll Effective May 10, the hotel and short-term lodging industry will be subject to a landmark rule on price transparency enacted by the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC), known as the Junk Fees Rule. The Junk Fees Rule prohibits drip pricing and hidden charges; businesses must disclose the total price, including all mandatory fees, in advertisements and listings on mobile applications and in physical locations.

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United Airlines Cancels Some Newark Flights After FAA Staff Walkout

Skift Blog

Skift Take: The cuts show the strain on the aviation system due to staffing and outdated technology.

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CASE STUDY: How Windstar Cruises drove $20M in Bookings

Hospitality Tech

Windstar Cruises is a luxury small-ship cruise line known for its intimate and unique itineraries.

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Egypt 'Extremely Challenged' by Hotel Rooms Shortage, Says Tourism Minister

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Egypt says it needs 250,000 more hotel rooms to be constructed if its to hit its tourism goals for the next decade.

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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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CoStar: U.S. Hotel Industry Reports Mixed Yearly Comparisons

Lodging

ARLINGTON, VirginiaThe U.S. hotel industry reported mixed year-over-year comparisons, according toCoStars latest data through April 26. U.S. Hotel PerformanceApril 20 – April 26, 2025Percentage change from comparable week in 2024Occupancy: 65.1 percent (down 1.0 percent)ADR: $161.98 (up 4.2 percent)RevPAR: $105.40 (up 3.2 percent) Among the Top 25 Markets,Chicagosaw the largest increases in occupancy (up 6.8 percent to 67.6 percent) and RevPAR (up 17.6 percent to $109.54).

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Smart Thermostats Could Reduce Carbon Emissions, says Vacation Rental Platform

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Smart thermostats could help reduce emissions. The real power lies in scale: small changes multiplied across thousands of properties can add up.

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Choice Hotels Taps Mews for Software to Boost Non-Room Revenue

Skift Blog

Skift Take: The partnership signals a broader trend: Hotels are rethinking their technology not just to run operations more smoothly, but to sell a wider range of services.

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Meyer Jabara Hotels Continues Texas Expansion

Lodging

DANBURY, ConnecticutMeyer Jabara Hotelsannounced that it has been chosen to operate the 104-roomHilton Garden Inn McAllen Airport. The hotel sits less than a mile from McAllen Miller International Airport,Rio Grande Regional Hospital, South Texas Health System, and downtown McAllen. This deal represents Meyer Jabara Hotels third managed hotel in Texas; the hotel ownership and third-party management group also oversees properties in Los Alamos and San Angelo.

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Oyo Expands Into Food & Beverage With Plans for 1,500 In-House Kitchens

Skift Blog

Skift Take: As Indian hospitality keeps evolving, the real competition might soon be all about the food.

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My Place Hotels Marks First Arkansas Location With My Place Hotel-Bentonville/Rogers

Lodging

ABERDEEN,South DakotaMyPlaceHotelsofAmericaannounced the opening ofMy PlaceHotel-Bentonville/Rogers inBentonville,Arkansas,the brands first property in the state. The hotelisowned byTGC Group, which also developed and manages the property.It was designed byThe Richardson Design Partnership. My PlaceHotel-Bentonville/Rogers offers proximity to a mix of business, culture, and outdoor adventure.

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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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Airlines Are Counting on Premium Even More – and 3 Other Takeaways From Earnings Reports

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Airlines are pulling their 2025 outlooks and are even more bullish on premium travel as domestic demand weakens in response to economic uncertainty.

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Cendyn Launches Enhancements to RMS Products

Lodging

AUSTIN, TexasCendyn announced several enhancements and innovations in its revenue management products, Guestrev and Grouprev. Additional integrations and partnerships with companies such as Amadeus and Agilisys demonstrate the companys commitment to driving revenue and growing profitability. Cendyns commitment to its revenue management products has resulted in updates to help revenue managers solve challenges such as increasing ancillary revenue.

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AlUla and the New 7,000-Year-Old Tourist Destination – Skift Travel Podcast

Skift Blog

Skift Take: AlUla, a location rich in history, has big plans to become a major tourism destination in Saudi Arabia, which we discuss in this episode of the Skift Travel Podcast.

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Crestline Completes Renovation of the TownePlace Suites Suffolk Chesapeake

Lodging

SUFFOLK, VirginiaCrestline Hotels & Resorts completed the renovation oftheTownePlace SuitesSuffolk Chesapeake. The hotel, which is located near all Hampton Roadsinterstates,has an updated look; the reimagined public space includesnew furnishingsandrefreshedcorridors.The hotels 72 suiteshave new carpetingandpaint, as well as enhanced lightingand soft goods.In addition, new furnitureand umbrellas have been placed around the pool.

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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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Airbnb’s Growth Plan, Wyndham’s New Forecast and Hyatt’s Trimmed Outlook

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Todays podcast looks at Airbnb, Wyndham, and Hyatts mixed first-quarter earnings.

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Harbor Lite Lodge

Webrezpro

Enjoy an ocean getaway at Harbor Lite Lodge in Fort Bragg, California. With clean rooms and harbor views, this property is an excellent home base for exploring the nearby shops, restaurants, and beaches. Most rooms even have a private balcony! Harbor Lite Lodge has chosen our cloud-based WebRezPro Property Management System to help run their […] The post Harbor Lite Lodge appeared first on WebRezPro.

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Travel Industry Leaders Advocate for UK&EU Youth Mobility Scheme

Hotel News Resource

Over sixty travel industry leaders are urging the UK government to secure a youth mobility arrangement between the UK and the EU to offset the operational and financial challenges facing businesses post&Brexit.

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Latin America construction pipeline grows 18%

Hotel Business

The latest Latin America Construction Pipeline Trend Report by Lodging Econometrics (LE) reveals substantial growth in the regions hotel construction sector. At the close of Q1 2025, the total hotel construction pipeline in Latin America stands at 715 projects and 112,598 rooms, marking an 18% increase in projects and an 11% increase in rooms year-over-year (YOY).

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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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How Hotels Can Meet the Needs of Luxury Travelers

Hotel News Resource

The luxury travel market is booming, with affluent travelers seeking more than just a lavish stay they want personalized, unforgettable experiences.

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HB on the Scene: Choice enhances Comfort, Country Inn & Suites breakfast options

Hotel Business

At its 69th annual convention, held at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino, Choice Hotels International Inc. introduced a refreshed complimentary breakfast program at Comfort and Country Inn & Suites by Radisson as part of its broader strategy to refine and differentiate its upper-midscale brands and help attract travelers. The company is piloting new signature breakfast items, including a Comfort breakfast bowl and a Country Inn & Suites biscuit sandwich, at select properties.

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Milan 2025: Atlas Concorde presents a ‘ceramic ecosystem’

Hotel Designs

Hotel Designs Milan 2025: Atlas Concorde presents a ‘ceramic ecosystem’ Milan 2025: Atlas Concorde presents a ‘ceramic ecosystem’ Reinforcing its continuing commitment to dynamism between design, architecture and ceramic surfaces, ceramic specialist Atlas Concorde presented three remarkable concepts across Milan, during the city’s 2025 Design Week festival… At Milan Design Week 2025, Atlas Concorde offered a multifaceted exploration of ceramic design through t

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U.S. hotel results for week ending April 26

Hotel Business

The U.S. hotel industry reported mixed year-over-year comparisons for the week ending April 26, according to data from CoStar. April 20-26 (percentage change from comparable week in 2024): Occupancy: 65.1% (-1.0%) ADR: $161.98 (+4.2%) RevPAR: $105.40 (+3.2%) Among the top 25 markets, Chicago saw the largest increases in occupancy (+6.8% to 67.6%) and RevPAR (+17.6% to $109.54).

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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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STR Unravels the Dramatic Effects of Slowing Global Inbound Travel on U.S. Hotel Industry's Demand

Hotel News Resource

Recent projections by STR indicate a potential decline in international inbound arrivals to the United States. This decline could impact the U.S.

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The Hotel Group, TE Miller open Home2 Suites by Hilton Kalispell

Hotel Business

The Hotel Group (THG), an affiliate of Hotel Equities , in partnership with TE Miller Development , has opened the Home2 Suites by Hilton Kalispell. The 107-room, extended-stay hotel is located in northwest Montana. The new property is located seven miles from Glacier Park International Airport, offering access to Glacier National Park, Flathead Lake, Whitefish Lake, Whitefish Mountain Resort and the local arts and culinary scene.

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Why Centralized Training and Onboarding are Essential for Maximizing PMS Technology

Hospitality Tech

How all-in-one property-management systems are streamlining operations and boosting employee retention

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Matthew Zappone named Plamondon Companies CFO

Hotel Business

Plamondon Companies has appointed Matthew Zappone as CFO. He spent the last 25 years at Marriott International in various finance and accounting department roles. Were thrilled to welcome Matthew to the leadership team, said Peter Plamondon Jr., co-owner, Plamondon Companies. He possesses the skills needed to drive a successful organization, and he also brings an ability to nurture relationships with stakeholders and his own team members, which will be a vital part of the growth and success of t

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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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HRS’ New Green Stay Audit Platform Features AI-Infused Automation and Expedited Tech Hoteliers Can Leverage in Corporate RFP Engagements

Hospitality Tech

One-Time Entering of Emission-Related Elements Enables Hotels to Automatically Have Their Sustainability Attributes Included in Transient and Meetings Procurement Exercises.

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Hotel Kinsley joins Design Hotels collection

Hotel Designs

Hotel Designs Hotel Kinsley joins Design Hotels collection Hotel Kinsley joins Design Hotels collection Hotel Kinsley, Kingstons first destination hotel, has officially joined the global Design Hotels collection giving the Hudson Valley boutique hotel international recognition while it expands its creative footprint… Hotel Kinsley, Kingstons first destination hotel, has officially joined the Design Hotels collection as a member of this portfolio, Hotel Kinsley joins a global community of

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The Kenrick Hotel Reveals Multi-Phase Renovation

Hotelier Magazine

Banff, Alta. The Kenrick Hotel, formerly the High Country Inn (opened in 1982), is revealing its 2.5-year, multi-phase renovation this month in collaboration with BUILD IT. Key renovation phases included: Conference centre upgrades: Modernized for events, conferences and weddings to support business and leisure gatherings Exterior and systems overhaul: The building envelope was upgraded, the terracotta roof replaced and extensive earthworks and patio enhancements made to complement the new rest

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Restroworks Introduces RestroNext CX Suite to Transform Restaurant Guest Experiences

Hospitality Tech

The suite introduces a comprehensive range of solutions, including Self-Service Kiosks, QR Code Ordering, Online Ordering Websites, and Branded Food Delivery Applications.

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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!