Lodging

JANUARY 29, 2025

While acknowledging some of the economic headwinds the industry is facing, there is plenty of optimism for the year ahead based primarily on strong travel demand patterns, according to C-level executives at ALIS (Americas Lodging Investment Summit), which kicked off yesterday in Los Angeles, California. During an interview with LODGING, Anthony Capuano, president/CEO, Marriott International, emphasized the companys access to real-time consumer spending data from credit card partners as being ind

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Skift Blog

JANUARY 29, 2025

Skift Take: There are wide discrepancies in data quality for hotel transactions across global regions, with the largest occurring in Asia-Pacific. Because hotels and agencies need to harness data quality to thrive, they must take a more nuanced regional approach to monitoring potential issues.

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Skift Blog

JANUARY 29, 2025

Skift Take: The market is forcing a margin call on post-Covid excess, conspicuous consumption, and there is traveler backlash to excessive rates. This pushback has created space for new thinking.

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Skift Blog

JANUARY 29, 2025

Skift Take: Frontier is making an offer to combine operations with the beleaguered Spirit Airlines, which filed for bankruptcy in November. Spirit says it is still carrying on with its plans to be a standalone carrier.

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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

Skift Blog

JANUARY 29, 2025

Skift Take: A Heathrow expansion could signal that the UK is open for business and tourism. But we may not see a shovel in the ground for years.

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Skift Blog

JANUARY 29, 2025

Skift Take: This isn't just about money it's a power struggle over a troubled member's club brand.

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Branding Hotels 262

Skift Blog

JANUARY 29, 2025

Skift Take: The Philippines may have finally recognized the vast potential of the Indian market, but are direct flights alone enough?

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Skift Blog

JANUARY 29, 2025

Skift Take: Great ideas dont wait - so why should you? If you have an exciting project that is set to redefine the future of travel, Skift IDEA Awards could be the perfect opportunity for your work to be celebrated on a global stage. Dont delay - the Early Bird deadline is fast approaching.

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