The Surging Travel Demand in Europe and Asia
Skift Blog
AUGUST 15, 2023
Skift Take: Today's edition of Skift's daily podcast looks closer at junk fees in Texas, price hikes at tourist landmarks, and increasing travel demand in Europe and Asia.
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Six Stunning Stays with Open-Air Cinemas
Hospitality Net
AUGUST 15, 2023
After a day of exploring and discovering new sights and experiencing new cultures while traveling, what better way to end the day relaxing and unwinding with a good movie at the property before a good night of sleep. According to our research, a third (33%)* of travelers want to enjoy new experiences this year while traveling. So how cool would it be to unwind with a movie in an incredible, unforgettable setting.
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How Customer Data Helps Travel Companies Make Smarter Business Decisions
Skift Blog
AUGUST 15, 2023
Skift Take: New insights from Visa demonstrate the value of maintaining access to relevant customer data. Understanding the latest trends in consumer spending and payments can give travel companies a leg up on the competition.
Capstone Property Group Opens Courtyard by Marriott in Downtown Gainesville, Georgia
Hospitality Net
AUGUST 15, 2023
Located in the heart of downtown Gainesville, Georgia, the highly anticipated Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville opened its doors and officially began welcoming guests today. The all-new contemporary hotel - Gainesville’s largest hotel property - anchors the mixed-use development, The National, a revival and redevelopment of Gainesville’s long-vacant First National Bank by developer and owner, Capstone Property Group, LLC.
How to Stay Competitive in the Evolving State of Martech
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
Airbnb and Booking Keep the Cash Flowing
Skift Blog
AUGUST 15, 2023
Skift Take: We saw during the pandemic how important it was for companies to have plenty of cash and the ability to borrow more. Airbnb and Booking Holdings have ample resources for big things on their to-do lists.
Why Study Abroad?
Hospitality Net
AUGUST 15, 2023
Are you currently asking yourself if you should study abroad? And, more importantly, where should you study abroad? This article aims to explain the benefits of studying abroad, what you should consider when choosing a study abroad country, program and university and how it can help you land your dream international career.
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In the highly competitive hospitality sector, businesses constantly seek innovative ways to attract and retain customers. Offering attractive discounts is an effective strategy widely employed by hotels, resorts, restaurants, and other hospitality establishments. This article aims to explore and analyze the various discount strategies that can help businesses in the industry maximize their revenue while meeting the expectations of price-sensitive consumers.
Ask Skift: Why Is Saudi Arabia Making a Big Investment in Its Tourism Industry?
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Marriott International Signs Agreement with New Development Group to Bring EDITION Hotels Brand to Dali in Southwestern China
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Skift Global Forum East 2023 Venue Announced: Atlantis The Royal Dubai
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Diving into Diversity: Decoding the Foundations of Inclusion in Hospitality Talent Acquisition
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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
Storyboard Launches AI-Powered Translations to Breakdown Language Barriers
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AUGUST 15, 2023
Storyboard, the leading audio communication provider for frontline teams, announced that it will provide real-time AI-powered transcriptions and translations for over 50 languages in Chat by Storyboard. Most frontline companies have a diverse workforce that includes immigrants and non-English speakers and therefore spend millions on hiring paid professionals or paying for costly outsourced translation services to reach their employees who communicate in different languages or dialects.
Mondee Buys Its Fourth Company This Year
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Skift Take: Mondee is venturing down an unbeaten path by targeting travel influencers, and it seems to be making investors a little uneasy.
Mondrian Ibiza Preview Season Kicks Off in Cala Llonga
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An entirely new expression of the White Island’s culture and energy opens today as Mondrian Ibiza launches an 8-week preview in Cala Llonga. The global hotel brand is welcoming guests for this brief period ahead of its highly-anticipated 2024 opening. Mondrian’s introduction to Spain is innately linked to its brand DNA, which is rooted in art, design and culture.
1834 Hotels and Wyndham Reimagine Adelaide’s Heritage
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AUGUST 15, 2023
1834 Hotels partners with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts to revive Kings Head Hotel as Ramada by Wyndham Kings Head Adelaide, blending heritage and modernity in 117 rooms and immersive dining. “Rediscovering Heritage: 1834 Hotels and Wyndham Hotels and Resorts Join Forces for Ramada’s Adelaide Revival” In a pioneering collaboration, 1834 Hotels partners with Wyndham Hotels and Resorts to reinvigorate Adelaide’s historic Kings Head Hotel site.
ABM Evolution: How Top Marketers Are Using Account-Based Strategies
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.
A Blueprint for Success: Unraveling the Complexities of Budgeting and Forecasting
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AUGUST 15, 2023
Budgeting stands as a pivotal process for hoteliers, allowing them to strategically structure their operations, personnel, and resources to meet their forthcoming financial objectives. P&L benchmarking offers a valuable framework to facilitate accurate financial strategies by providing insights into financial performance relative to industry peers and empowering them to make data-driven decisions during the budgeting process.
HM Awards Rising Star Chris Lee recounts double awards win
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The countdown is on to the 2023 HM Awards , with nominations now open to determine the top properties, people and projects in the region. HM caught up with last year’s double HM Awards winner Chris Lee to hear about her experience of the HM Awards and the outcomes from her win. Tell us about your award win and what it meant to you? At last year’s HM Awards, I was honoured to have been awarded Communications Associate and Rising Star alongside the very talented Chris Waite and Chris Purdy.
Millennium Hotels and Resorts MEA signs MOU with Mohammed Bin Rashid Establishment for Small and Medium Enterprises Development
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Millennium Hotels and Resorts, MEA is pleased to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Dubai’s esteemed entity, Mohammed Bin Rashid Establishment for Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Dubai SME).
Exclusive video: United Airlines ‘excited’ at GBTA as business travel gets back to 2019 levels
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United Airlines’ Vice President of Sales Strategies and Effectiveness, Glenn Hollister, says the company is excited about the rapid return of the global business travel market, which the Global Travel Business Association (GBTA) forecasts now shows a return to 2019 levels by the end of 2024, two years ahead of schedule. Revealed by GBTA at the 2023 GBTA Convention in Dallas this week (Aug 15), global business travel spending rose 47% to US$1.03 trillion in 2022, with strong gains continuing and
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Wedgewood Weddings Partners with Revenue Generation in Driving Revenue Performance
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Tourism boost: Singapore Airlines reveals massive growth in Australia
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