Skift Blog
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Skift Take: As data usage grows, cost savings and convenience are increasingly pushing travelers to adopt eSIM solutions. For Nomad, this means an opportunity to lead the shift toward flexible data services.
Hotel Management
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Adelaide’s first Little National Hotel is now expected to open in the fourth quarter of 2026, following the recent appointment of Synergy Construct for the build, Doma Group has revealed. Site establishment has commenced on the 21-storey structure at 100 North Terrace. “We are thrilled to be working with Synergy Construct to bring this flagship property to life in Adelaide,” said Doma Senior Development Manager, Alex Moulis, “With a focus on considered design and unparalleled guest experiences,
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Skift Blog
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Skift Take: Tour operator G Adventures has responded to the loneliness epidemic with a new brand geared toward solo travelers.
Lodging
OCTOBER 3, 2024
BETHESDA, Maryland—Stayntouch announced a new partnership with Cobblestone Hotels, which has over 160 properties across 29 states. Stayntouch deployed its cloud-based PMS across Cobblestone’s portfolio by leveraging advanced automation technology. Founded in 2008, Cobblestone Hotels focuses on providing upper-midscale hotel accommodations to smaller communities.
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.
Skift Blog
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Skift Take: It's tough keeping track of all of Accor's brands. But CEO Sebastien Bazin says the strategy is working.
Lodging
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Charlotte, North Carolina—Extended Stay America announced the opening of the 45th Extended Stay America Premier Suites located in Pueblo, Colorado. Developed by BEP Pueblo Hospitality LLC, constructed by Integrated Hospitality Construction LLC, and managed by Aimbridge Hospitality, this new property will add to the extended-stay experience in the region.
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Lodging
OCTOBER 3, 2024
WASHINGTON—After New York City Councilwoman Julie Menin shared a new version of her hotel licensing bill with industry stakeholders, hotel industry leaders released the following statements: “While we appreciate the Councilwoman’s willingness to listen to industry feedback and work toward more sensible outcomes for New York City’s hotels, the new version of the legislation still contains language that will cause significant economic harm—primarily to small, family-owned hotels and the largely im
Skift Blog
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Skift Take: Increasing spending of domestic tourists is of paramount importance to the UAE and Saudi. Why? Because these residents are some of the highest spenders in travel.
Lodging
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Venus Group Inc. announced Errol David, vice president of operations, will retire at the end of 2024 after 40 years in the industry. Cecilia Henson will succeed David as the next vice president of operations. The American Hotel & Lodging Association announced it hired Steven Okuley as its new senior vice president for conferences and events. Okuley was previously director of B2B customer engagement and communication for American Airlines.
Skift Blog
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Skift Take: Consumers are increasingly interested in experiences. Three executives discuss how they think about the sector and how to attract new customers.
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
Hotel Management
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Air New Zealand’s seasonal direct flights to Tasmania’s capital Hobart are taking to the skies again on 27 October. Direct services will operate between Auckland and Hobart on the airline’s A320neo and A321neo aircraft three times a week on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays, marking the return of international services to Tasmania. Air New Zealand General Manager International, Jeremy O’Brien, said the airline is eagerly anticipating seeing the mangōpare return to Tasmania and is looking for
Skift Blog
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Skift Take: Just months ago, Spirit CEO Ted Christie said the budget carrier was not considering a chapter 11 bankruptcy.
Hotel Management
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Qatar Airways is set to take its partnership with Virgin Australia , with the Doha-based carrier intending to acquire a minority 25% equity stake in the carrier from owners Bain Capital. Subject to Foreign Investment Review Board approval, the equity investment by Qatar Airways Group will unlock new areas of cooperation with Virgin Australia, all of which will help to drive additional consumer and economic benefits, according to the carriers.
Skift Blog
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Skift Take: Today's podcast looks at Accor’s brand bulk, G Adventures’ solo outing, and Morocco’s World Cup caution.
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Hotel Management
OCTOBER 3, 2024
The Eve Hotel Sydney has peeled back the curtain on some of its thoughtfully designed spaces ahead of its summer opening. The 102-room boutique luxury hotel, which will be operated by TFE Hotels, is located within the new Wunderlich Lane lifestyle precinct. Toga Group Managing Director and Chair of TFE Hotels, Allan Vidor, enlisted a trio of talented creatives – SJB’s Adam Haddow, 360 Degree’s Daniel Baffsky and Interior Architect George Levissianis – to execute the hotel architecture and design
Skift Blog
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Skift Take: Hotel Engine has its sights set abroad next year to take advantage of fast-growing business travel demand.
Hotel Management
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Hilton’s Director of Development, Australasia, Tushar Raniga, discusses the evolution of corporate and MICE hotels and the key trends that are impacting future projects. The corporate and MICE hotel sectors are evolving rapidly, driven by shifting market demands and emerging trends. Owners are responding to the growing need for properties that cater to both business and leisure travellers to accommodate the popular “Bleisure” trend.
Skift Blog
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Skift Take: Today's podcast looks at the ups and downs of the global hotel industry's year, Priceline's new AI integration, and Klook's plans for the next ten years.
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 Speak
OCTOBER 3, 2024
We recently had the pleasure of joining over 1,100 hospitality industry leaders at The Annual Hospitality Conference , held in Manchester at the impressive Central Convention Complex. The two-day event, centred around the theme “Proven Paths, New Horizons,” provided a comprehensive overview of the UK hospitality landscape in 2024. Here we present 5 key themes from the insightful presentations, panels and healthy debate: 1.
Webrezpro
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Looking forward to your next fishing trip? Stay at Bayshore Bait & Hideaway. Located in Gladstone, Michigan, this property has its own private harbor on Little Bay de Noc. There are cabins to rent along with a bait and tackle shop, so you’ll be prepared to go out and snag those walleye!
Hotel Business
OCTOBER 3, 2024
NewcrestImage continues to grow its portfolio of luxury full-service properties with the addition of The Beeman Hotel in Dallas, which features 296 guestrooms and suites over nine floors. “The Beeman is a very high-quality property that offers tremendous upside potential to help drive our ambitious growth goals,” said Mehul Patel, managing partner/CEO, NewcrestImage.
Hotel Designs
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Hotel Designs Product watch: iQ Optima homogenous vinyl from Tarkett Product watch: iQ Optima homogenous vinyl from Tarkett With over 40 years as a bestseller and 100 million square metres sold, iQ Optima from Tarkett has been relaunched in a decisive step towards wellbeing and inclusive spaces… Tarkett homogeneous vinyl offers boundless versatility; its enduring qualities have made it an iconic floor that delivers technical functionality as well as outstanding design.
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Hotel Business
OCTOBER 3, 2024
New York and Chicago are predicted to be the top North American business destinations according to American Express Global Business Travel (Amex GBT), a software and services company for travel, meetings and expense, which has published the 2025 Top Destinations Study, as part of its annual Meetings & Events Forecast. The report identifies the top business travel destinations for meetings and events worldwide, highlighting shifts in venue preferences and emerging trends across North America,
Hotel Designs
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Hotel Designs Scorpios Bodrum – a contemporary agora on the Aegean coast Scorpios Bodrum – a contemporary agora on the Aegean coast Scorpios Bodrum, situated on Turkey’s southwest coast, serves as a gathering place inspired by the concept of the ancient Greek agora. We spoke to StudioMacBride to dig a little deeper into the design… Launched in June 2024, Scorpios Bodrum is the group’s first 24-hour experience , complete with 12 luxurious bungalows, and signifies the brand’
Hotel News Resource
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Lower inflation, continued job creation, and the anticipated benefits of the recent cut in the federal funds rate provide a foundation for optimism about the U.S. economy. In the lodging sector, as different markets and segments continue to post varying results, we anticipate the overall trend of positive, albeit muted, growth to persist in the near term.
Cloudbeds
OCTOBER 3, 2024
San Diego, CA – Cloudbeds , the premier hospitality management software platform, has today announced a preferred partnership with PXier , a leader in sales, catering, and spa management software solutions. The agreement will provide Cloudbeds’ property management system (PMS) users with seamless access to PXier’s advanced suite of tools, allowing for tighter operational control and enhanced guest service capabilities.
Speaker: Brendan Sweeney, VP of Sales at Allego
Maximizing sales rep performance is no easy task. 📈 Traditional sales training methods focus heavily on the first few weeks in the sales role. Companies dedicate time, resources, and budget to onboarding new hires, only for them to forget what was learned in those first few weeks, lose motivation, and struggle to come to grips with their role.
Hotel Business
OCTOBER 3, 2024
More than half (58%) of Gen Y (Millennials) and Gen Z travelers globally said they think “experiences are better than stuff,” according to a study by ibis. The “Go get it” report , conducted in collaboration with travel trend forecasting agency Globetrender , explored the travel intent of the world’s travelers and the trends shaping the new generation of global travelers.
eHotelier
OCTOBER 3, 2024
IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has signed a management agreement with Maxim Hotels and Resorts Management to bring the Vignette Collection brand to Egypt with a signing in Port Said.
Hotel Business
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Maverick Hotels and Restaurants has grown the company’s presence in the metropolitan Chicago market with the addition of the Renaissance Chicago O’Hare Suites Hotel to its portfolio. The property features 362 suites with separate living areas, room service and amenities including a fitness center, indoor pool, a market-style deli and three food and beverage outlets.
eHotelier
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Extended Stay America®, the leading mid-priced extended stay hotel brand in the United States, announced today the opening of the 45th Extended Stay America Premier Suites located in Pueblo, Colorado.
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
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