Skift Blog

JUNE 2, 2025

Skift Take: The pay for a dozen travel company CEOs in the S&P 500 attracted compensation greater than half of their peers in the S&P 500.

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Lodging

JUNE 2, 2025

MCLEAN, VirginiaWith recent openings in Paris, Cape Town, Dallas, Osaka, Costa Rica, Jordan, and more, Hiltons luxury and lifestyle brands have opened their 1,000th hotel globally. This milestone follows a record year of growth for Hilton, underscored by strategic partnerships, acquisitions, and nearly 100,000 rooms added to Hiltons portfolio. With almost 500 luxury and lifestyle hotels in the pipeline, including bringing the NoMad brand to Detroit in 2027, Hilton continues to demonstrate the mo

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Skift Blog

JUNE 2, 2025

Skift Take: With close to 80 signings and more than 30 openings, the Indian hotel industry had a strong momentum during the first three months of 2025. It remains to be seen how geopolitical disruptions affected the sector in the coming months.

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Hotel Management

JUNE 2, 2025

Independent Hotel management company La Vie Hotels and Resorts has acquired the management rights for the former Rydges Norwest in Sydneys Hills District. Artist impression: Visy Dior Hotels International The property has been rebranded under a white label as Visy Dior Hotels International and is set to undergo a transformation worth up to AU$18 million over the next 18 months.

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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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eHotelier

JUNE 2, 2025

As a hotel manager with years of experience on the floor, Ive learned that the most memorable guest experiences dont come from grand gesturesthey come from consistent, thoughtful service. The kind that starts the moment a guest walks through the door. Based on the principles from the Greet and Serve Guests training module, here are.

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Hotel Management

JUNE 2, 2025

LHG appoints Chief Operating Officer Kevin Robinson has taken up the position of Chief Operating Officer at Langham Hospitality Group (LHG), effective 14 April 2025. Robinson brings over 30 years of hospitality leadership to the role, returning to the Group after previously leading The Langham, Chicago during its pre-opening phase in 2011. Robinsons career path includes leadership roles with Westin and Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, gaining operational and strategic expertise across internatio

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Hotel News Resource

JUNE 2, 2025

My mission was to help the Brothers, Benedictine Monks all, improve the hotels sales performance of a gorgeous, spare, thirty room jewel box called, 'Guest House', of St. Johns Abbey. I am not Catholic. I might best be described as a failed Episcopalian. But none of that matters. What mattered is that my host, Brother Benedict, needed to turn a profit, at least a modest one.

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Lodging

JUNE 2, 2025

Keeping vast or modest hotel properties compliant with state regulatory mandates requires continual updates to hotel security policies and procedures, including how to manage the hundreds to thousands of keys on hotel premises. Appropriate planning is essential to ensure that hotel staff are trained in key control procedures and that emergency response teams are familiar with hotel emergency response plans, including where all keys are ready and available to them.

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eHotelier

JUNE 2, 2025

Verita Healthcare Group, a leading global name in personalised medicine, has launched its latest facility, Verita Health Hoi An, in the UNESCO heritage city of Hoi An, Vietnam.

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Lodging

JUNE 2, 2025

NEW YORK CITY, New YorkJLLs Hotels & Hospitality Groupannounced that it has arranged a $136 million refinancing for the Fairmont Orchid, a 540-key luxury resort located on Hawaii’s Big Island. JLL worked on behalf of the borrower, Mirae Asset Global Investments Co., Ltd., to secure a five-year, fixed-rate loan through New York Life Real Estate Investors (NYLREI).

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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

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Hotel News Resource

JUNE 2, 2025

Article - Hilton to Open Over 150 New Luxury and Lifestyle Hotels Globally in 2025 - Hilton plans to open more than 150 new luxury and lifestyle hotels worldwide in 2025, including the NoMad Detroit at Michigan Central Station.

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eHotelier

JUNE 2, 2025

In the heart of every hotel, theres a familiar rhythm: the rush of check-ins, the hum of housekeeping, the clink of dishes from the kitchen, and the quiet urgency

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Hotel News Resource

JUNE 2, 2025

Article - Whats Hot and Cool: National Restaurant Association Show 2025 - The National Restaurant Association Show 2025 dazzled attendees with a vibrant showcase of the latest food and beverage trends.

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Hotel Business

JUNE 2, 2025

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has unveiled its first-annual Hotel Owner Trends Report. A multi-month effort spanning two industry-wide surveys of hundreds of hotel owners and property developers, the findings paint a picture of an industry that, despite the tumultuous news cycle, remains confident in its resilience and long-term growth prospects. Theres a lot of noise in the marketplace right now, and yet, more than 90% of hotel owners and developers are optimistic about what the next five years

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Hotel News Resource

JUNE 2, 2025

For the week ending May 24, 2025, U.S. hotels experienced slight declines in occupancy but increases in average daily rates and revenue per available room.

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Hotel Business

JUNE 2, 2025

Hilton s luxury and lifestyle brands have opened their 1,000th hotel globally, with almost 500 properties in the pipeline, including the NoMad Detroit announced today. Our ultimate goal is to serve travelers for any stay occasion, anywhere in the world they want to be, said Chris Nassetta, president/CEO, Hilton. Our luxury and lifestyle portfolios are an essential part of this strategy, and today we marked an important milestone as we strive to have the best hotel brands in these categories acro

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Hotel News Resource

JUNE 2, 2025

Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced the launch of 'Unscripted by Hyatt', a new brand aimed at the upscale market. The brand plans to open over 40 global properties.

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eHotelier

JUNE 2, 2025

IHGHotels & Resorts, one of the worlds leading hotel companies, has signed a management agreement with Kevit Retreats Private Limited for the development

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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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Hotel News Resource

JUNE 2, 2025

ost&COVID macroeconomic shifts have revived hotel demand in smaller cities, but these markets can be overlooked by hotel developers, especially amid rising costs. Market and feasibility studies are essential tools for aligning local development goals with investor interests.

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eHotelier

JUNE 2, 2025

Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced today the opening ofAluaSoul Sunny Beach, part of Hyatts Inclusive Collection, in the heart of Sunny Beach, Bulgaria.

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Hotel News Resource

JUNE 2, 2025

Article - Hotel Owners Bet on Brand Strength and Technology for Future Growth, Wyndham Survey Finds - Hotel Industry Shows Resilience and Growth Despite Economic Challenges, According to Wyndham's Report

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eHotelier

JUNE 2, 2025

Five-star Sydney hotel, Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park, has announced the appointment of seasoned hospitality executive, David Lance, as General Manager.

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Advertiser: ZoomInfo

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Hospitality Today

JUNE 2, 2025

How to position your property for maximum visibility, direct bookings, and long-term growth from day one

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eHotelier

JUNE 2, 2025

Langham Hospitality Group (LHG) has named Kevin Robinson as Chief Operating Officer, effective April 14th, 2025.

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Hotel News Resource

JUNE 2, 2025

The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) has announced the development of three new wildlife lodges under the Taj brand in the Balule Game Reserve, located in Kruger National Park, South Africa.

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eHotelier

JUNE 2, 2025

LeadingIndependentHotel management company, La Vie Hotels & Resorts, announced the acquisition of management rights for the former Rydges Norwest

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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.

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Hotel Business

JUNE 2, 2025

The U.S. hotel industry reported mixed year-over-year comparisons for the week ending May 24, according to data from CoStar. May 18-24 (percentage change from comparable week in 2024): Occupancy: 67.5% (-0.4%) ADR: $164.57 (+1.5%) RevPAR: $111.02 (+1.1%) Demand for Friday and Saturday of Memorial Day weekend was the third highest on record, behind 2022 and 2019.

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eHotelier

JUNE 2, 2025

Sabre Corporation, a leading global travel technology company, today announced the appointment of Maneesh Jaikrishna as Vice President and General Manager

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Hotel News Resource

JUNE 2, 2025

Article - IHCL Announces New Hotel in Nathdwara, Rajasthan - IHCL has signed an agreement to open a new Gateway hotel in Nathdwara, Rajasthan.

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Hotel Business

JUNE 2, 2025

HEI Hotels & Resorts has added the Pittsburgh Marriott City Center to its portfolio of upper-upscale branded hotels and resorts throughout the U.S., which now numbers more than 100 properties. HEI continues to expand and strengthen its portfolio of high-quality urban assets like the Pittsburgh Marriott, said Anthony Rutledge, CEO/managing director, HEI Hotels & Resorts.

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Advertiser: ZoomInfo

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