Anthony Cole Training
AUGUST 16, 2024
Every business that has ever been started has done so by wanting to position its products or services on a continuum between the two extremes of value and price. Some businesses (think Apple, Ritz Carlton) are focused on delivering a high value experience. Some businesses (think Walmart) are focused on being the low-cost provider in their industry. Most businesses land somewhere in the middle.
Skift Blog
AUGUST 16, 2024
Skift Take: In an increasingly competitive market, airlines are looking closer to home to help stand out on the international stage.
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Lodging
AUGUST 16, 2024
DALLAS, Texas—CBRE reduced its forecast for U.S. hotel performance this year as lodging demand softens due to weaker-than-expected leisure travel and slowing corporate profit growth. CBRE now projects a 1.2 percent increase in revenue per available room (RevPAR) growth for 2024, down from the 2.0 percent estimated in May 2024. Nevertheless, CBRE anticipates 2 percent year-over-year growth in RevPAR in the second half of 2024, up from 0.5 percent year-over-year growth in the first half, […]
Skift Blog
AUGUST 16, 2024
Skift Take: The U.S. business travel recovery has been uneven. New York City? Thriving. San Francisco? Not so much. But the hotel manager giant Highgate sees signs for optimism.
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.
Lodging
AUGUST 16, 2024
Bed bugs can be a nightmare for the hospitality industry, leading to unhappy guests, potential health issues, and negative business reviews possibly resulting in lost revenue. Bed bugs will live anywhere and can easily hitchhike their way into your building on the clothing and personal items of guests and staff alike. If you do find yourself with a bed bug infestation, preparing for a bed bug service is crucial to help ensure the treatment is […] The post 6 Essential Tips to Prepare Guestr
Skift Blog
AUGUST 16, 2024
Skift Take: Las Vegas is betting nearly $2 million on Formula 1 tickets to woo airlines and showcase the city’s high-stakes potential. The gamble comes as demand for the race shows signs of faltering.
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Skift Blog
AUGUST 16, 2024
Skift Take: As Oyo keeps pushing forward in Europe, snapping up Checkmyguest and its affiliates drives home the company’s determination to carve out a spot in the global vacation rental market.
Lodging
AUGUST 16, 2024
WASHINGTON—The U.S. hotel industry reported positive comparisons year over year for the second week in a row, according to CoStar’s latest data through August 10, 2024. U.S. Hotel PerformanceAugust 4-10, 2024 Percentage change from comparable week in 2023:Occupancy: 68.7 percent (up 0.5 percent)ADR: $159.49 (up 1.4 percent)RevPAR: $109.51 (up 1.9 percent) Among the Top 25 Markets, Houston saw the highest year-over-year increases in occupancy (up 31.1 percent to 76.3 percent) and RevPAR (up
Skift Blog
AUGUST 16, 2024
Skift Take: We frequently discuss CEOs in the travel industry, but what is their world really like? And what makes a successful CEO in the travel industry? Erik Blachford discusses that and more in this episde of the Skift Travel Podcast.
Lodging
AUGUST 16, 2024
COCOA BEACH, Florida—Driftwood Hospitality Management (DHM) announced the completion of a multimillion-dollar renovation for the Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront, a 295-key flagship property on Florida’s Space Coast. The renovations, encompassing seven floors and more than 10,000 square feet of meeting space, draw inspiration from Cocoa Beach’s nature and surf culture.
Speaker: Brendan Sweeney, VP of Global Sales and David Phelan, Account Manager
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
AUGUST 16, 2024
Skift Take: Today's podcast looks at Skift Research's latest mega-report on the state of travel, the marketing battles of Expedia and Booking Holdings, and new goals for Nashville.
Hotel Designs
AUGUST 16, 2024
Hotel Designs Product watch – Marvel 3D from Atlas Concorde– Product watch – Marvel 3D from Atlas Concorde– The first Marvel collection dedicated to wall tiles, Marvel 3D from Atlas Concorde, combines the realism of marble-effect products with the trend of three-dimensional reliefs, once again elevating marble to a designer surface for decorating room… The Marvel 3D collection further expands the Marvel world, a complete stylistic project that for over ten years has included all the surfac
Skift Blog
AUGUST 16, 2024
Skift Take: In an increasingly competitive market, airlines are looking closer to home to help stand out on the international stage.
Hotelier Magazine
AUGUST 16, 2024
In this episode of Checking In, Rosanna Caira, editor and publisher of Hotelier magazine speaks with Dr. Altaf Sovani, an award-winning author, educator, entrepreneur and founder of Alzen Consulting. The two discuss the impact of the labour crisis on Canada’s hospitality industry and they dissect innovative solutions for the recruitment and retention of Millennials, who are poised to become 75 per cent of the global workforce by 2025.
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.
Skift Blog
AUGUST 16, 2024
Skift Take: Flyr CEO Alex Mans isn't afraid to call out the old guard as he harnesses AI to shake-up the antiquated world of airline technology.
Hotel Business
AUGUST 16, 2024
In the Q2 2024 Europe Hotel Construction Pipeline Trend Report from Lodging Econometrics (LE) , analysts report the region’s total pipeline stands at 1,680 projects/249,454 rooms at the quarter’s close. Hotel projects currently under construction in Europe at Q2 stand at 755 projects/117,908 rooms, representing 45% of the projects and 47% of the rooms in the total pipeline.
Hotelier Magazine
AUGUST 16, 2024
PORTSMOUTH, N.H. — The Q2 2024 Canada Hotel Construction Pipeline Trend Report from Lodging Econometrics (LE) reveals that at the close of Q2, there are 322 projects/40,297 rooms in the country’s total pipeline. These record-high project and room counts represent a 17-per-cent increase in projects and an eight-per-cent increase in rooms year-over-year (YOY).
Hotel Business
AUGUST 16, 2024
Hotel Equities (HE) has opened the SpringHill Suites by Marriott Phoenix West/Avondale. The newly constructed hotel is owned by Virtua Avondale Hospitality LLC. “We are thrilled to open the doors of SpringHill Suites Phoenix West/Avondale and bring a top-tier lodging experience to this dynamic region,” said Karen Mendez, senior regional director, operations, HE.
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 Designs
AUGUST 16, 2024
Hotel Designs The renaissance of Palazzo Talìa The renaissance of Palazzo Talìa Palazzo Talìa has opened its doors in the heart of Rome, heralding a new era for this 16th century architectural masterpiece… Nestled near the city’s most iconic landmarks, Palazzo Talia has been meticulously restored to blend timeless elegance with modern comfort.
Hotel Business
AUGUST 16, 2024
Rodrigo Vargas Design has promoted Jezzica Lindkrantz to the role of director. In her new position, Lindkrantz will continue to play a pivotal role in shaping the studio’s design work and ensuring the successful execution of its interior design projects. Her expertise will guide all phases of design, from initial concept through to project completion.
Hotel Business
AUGUST 16, 2024
JLL ’s Hotels & Hospitality group has named Tony Muscio as a senior managing director for its JLL Hotels & Hospitality group, leading the Western region. With more than 20 years of experience in the real estate industry, including 18 years at JLL, Muscio brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his new role. Specializing in the sale of luxury resorts and trophy hotels, he has been involved in more than $12 billion worth of hospitality transactions over the course of his career.
Hotel Business
AUGUST 16, 2024
The General Services Administration (GSA) has released increased per diem rates for fiscal year 2025. The per diem guidelines govern reimbursement for federal employees’ lodging and meals expenses for official government travel. Starting Oct. 1, the standard daily lodging allowance for most of the continental U.S. will increase by $3 to $110 per day, an increase estimated to be worth approximately $100 million to the hotel industry.
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