Skift Blog

JUNE 14, 2023

Skift Take: The U.S. got a big boost from the vaccine rule drop for international inbound travelers. This won't fill the hole left by Chinese tourists.

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Lodging

JUNE 14, 2023

As we continue to notice a rise in blended travel models such as remote work, “bleisure” travel, and full-time nomads, hotel brands will need to rethink everything to cater to these travelers. With nearly 81 percent of business travelers extending their time to include leisure travel actvities and many remote workers taking the chance to work from other destinations for “workcations,” hotels will need to follow the trends set by these categories of travelers and […] The post Shift in Strat

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Skift Blog

JUNE 14, 2023

Skift Take: Google faces a tougher hill to climb than Booking, although the European Commission's statement of objections puts Booking's Etraveli acquisition in doubt.

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Anthony Cole Training

JUNE 14, 2023

Regardless of the current state of affairs, GREAT organizations go through a constant assessment of where they are. They look at lagging metrics, leading metrics, and success metrics. They consider that data to help them identify the answer to these three questions.

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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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Skift Blog

JUNE 14, 2023

Skift Take: If Congress doesn't allocate money to the assistant secretary for travel and tourism office, it's in effect rendering the position useless to the industry.

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Lodging

JUNE 14, 2023

ATLANTA—Hotel Equities (HE) announced the addition of the Wyndham Moline on John Deere Commons in Moline, Illinois, to its management portfolio. The 163-room hotel is located on the Mississippi River and grows HE’s portfolio of properties in the Midwest. The hotel is owned by Moline Hotel, LLC. “We are excited to welcome the Wyndham Moline into our family,” said Al Smith, president of hotel operations.

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Lodging

JUNE 14, 2023

BEVERLY HILLS, California—Continuing the momentum from its most recent acquisition in November 2022, Kirkwood Collection announced it has acquired three historic properties in Palm Springs: La Serena Villas, Del Marcos Hotel, and The Three Fifty Hotel. The addition of the hotels expands Kirkwood Collection’s Greater Palm Springs portfolio to five properties and brings the Kirkwood Collection portfolio to ten hotels and properties throughout California.

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Skift Blog

JUNE 14, 2023

Skift Take: Introducing the Skift Ideas Podcast, a bi-weekly podcast featuring candid conversations on the innovations and ideas powering the future of travel.

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Lodging

JUNE 14, 2023

ROCKVILLE, Maryland—Choice Hotels International, Inc. continues its growth in the extended-stay segment with the groundbreaking of the Everhome Suites Glendale. The property is being developed by HighSide Companies with six Everhome Suites hotels currently completed or under construction, and additional projects in the due diligence phase. “We’re excited to stand alongside HighSide Companies breaking ground on another Everhome Suites hotel as the brand continues its national expansio

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Skift Blog

JUNE 14, 2023

Skift Take: This might be the summer of travel, but the economic uncertainty still has consumers choosing value above anything else.

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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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Lodging

JUNE 14, 2023

BOSTON, Massachusetts—Toast, a digital technology platform built for restaurants, announced an agreement with Marriott International, Inc. to make its Toast for Hotel Restaurants technology available to food and beverage outlets within Marriott’s select-service hotels in the United States and Canada. Toast for Hotel Restaurants is designed to meet the needs of hotel restaurant operators and offers integrations with hotel property management systems, helping leverage technology for the hospitalit

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Skift Blog

JUNE 14, 2023

Skift Take: Revenge travel has been one of the dominant trends globally post-pandemic, irrespective of seasons. While that continues to play out, understanding where flight search volumes are highest for any given destination is crucial for all players involved in the travel ecosystem.

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Hotel Management

JUNE 14, 2023

DreamGreen by Vendella is recycling plastic bottles into luxury bedding, pillows & quilts and is taking Australian hoteliers by storm. Finally, a high quality sustainable product range delivered at sustainable pricing. DreamGreen by Vendella is at the forefront of sustainable bedding in the Australian hotel industry. Now partnered with some of Australia’s largest hotel brands, the brand has quickly gained a healthy reputation for its innovative approach to sustainability, which involves recy

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Skift Blog

JUNE 14, 2023

Skift Take: The Shangri-La concept has always had a fantasy streak. But a new marketing video cleverly connects real-world experiences at its luxury hotels with a conjured haven of imaginary delights.

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Advertiser: ZoomInfo

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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Hospitality Tech

JUNE 14, 2023

App reduces guest frustration and doubles as a great marketing tool.

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Skift Blog

JUNE 14, 2023

Skift Take: Today's edition of Skift's daily podcast looks closer at hotel CEO pay, profiting from China's travel boom, and the tricky business of private clubs and hotels.

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eHotelier

JUNE 14, 2023

Is your hotel leveraging technology to do more with less? - Insights - Insights Here are three ways PMS innovation can step up to relieve pressure for operators everywhere.

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Skift Blog

JUNE 14, 2023

Skift Take: Today's edition of Skift's daily podcast looks closer at why the U.S. needs Chinese tourists, how short-term rentals may perform this summer, and why the new U.S. tourism department can't do anything.

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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 14, 2023

Hotelogix will organise Hotel Tech Drive on 20 June in Phuket, Thailand. Hosted jointly with other hospitality solutions providers, Carmen Software and BookingWhizz, it will bring together industry leaders, experts, and innovators to showcase the benefits of cloud technology and full stack solutions for hotels.

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Skift Blog

JUNE 14, 2023

Skift Take: Emirates, Etihad Airways, and Qatar Airways are three of the most notable brands when it comes to airline sponsorships, but Turkish Airlines is carving out its own place among them.

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Boutique Hotel News

JUNE 14, 2023

UK: Property consultancy Knight Frank has been appointed to sell the Wyndham Trenython Manor Hotel, a historic manor house hotel and resort in south Cornwall, for offers in excess of £2,750,000. The Victorian manor house hotel sits on 24 acres of land close to the harbour town of Fowey. It offers 25 guest rooms, two restaurants, a bar, private dining room, conference room, a spa with indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room and whirlpool, two treatment rooms, and a gym.

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Skift Blog

JUNE 14, 2023

Skift Take: Like it's Iberian neighbor Spain, Portugal turned its head start of warm weather into a head start on post-pandemic tourism recovery.

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Tourism 130

Advertiser: ZoomInfo

ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!

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Hotel Designs

JUNE 14, 2023

Hotel Designs BILL & COO unveil new suites and villa on Mykonos BILL & COO unveil new suites and villa on Mykonos BILL & COO Coast Suites on Mykonos is set to unveil a new look for the summer, with the opening of ten new Grand Coastal Suites, the Grand Coastal Villa and a reimagined beachfront pool… The new suites are an extension of BILL & COO Coast Suites, where barefoot luxury comes to life on ten acres of fragrant gardens and shoreline.

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Hospitality Tech

JUNE 14, 2023

App reduces guest frustration and doubles as a great marketing tool.

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Demand Calendar

JUNE 14, 2023

The untapped benefits awaiting hotels that maximize the use of their PMS are transformative. By harnessing the wealth of data within the system, hotels can gain unparalleled insights into guest behavior, optimize revenue streams, elevate operational efficiency, and foster exceptional guest experiences. In this article, we delve into why hotels fall short in fully utilizing their PMS and explore the remarkable gains they stand to achieve by embracing their strategic potential.

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Webrezpro

JUNE 14, 2023

Need an escape to the evergreens? Camp at Whistler Olympic Park. Just south of Whistler, British Columbia, this park has 39 affordable spots for you to pitch your tent or park your RV. There are fully serviced RV sites with water, sewer, electricity…and gorgeous views.

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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 News Resource

JUNE 14, 2023

May was the first month this year with the market’s ADR above GBP200. In addition, the occupancy level was London’s highest since November 2022.

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Intelity

JUNE 14, 2023

In today’s digital landscape, travelers expect technology to be integrated into every experience — including their hotel stay — here’s how to meet guest expectations Want to order dinner from your favorite restaurant, but don’t feel like leaving your couch? There’s an app for that. Need to get to the airport at 5 a.m. and don’t want to wake up your spouse?

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Hotel Designs

JUNE 14, 2023

Hotel Designs Hotel San Fernando opens in Mexico City Hotel San Fernando opens in Mexico City The reimagined boutique Hotel San Fernando, marks Bunkhouse’s second property in Mexico. Located in the La Condesa neighbourhood of Mexico City, only a few steps from the Parque México, the new property is a serene retreat central to the city’s bustling energy… The Hotel San Fernando features 19 guestrooms across five floors, a lobby bar and lounge, and a rooftop terrace.

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MediaBoom

JUNE 14, 2023

Imagine owning a property with breathtaking views, lavish amenities, and unparalleled customer service. That’s what luxury real estate brands offer – an exclusive experience for discerning buyers. From exquisite properties to personalized attention, we’ll explore what sets these brands apart. What are luxury real estate brands? Luxury real estate brands are businesses that focus on high-end properties and offer an exclusive experience to their clients.

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Advertiser: ZoomInfo

Incorporating generative AI (gen AI) into your sales process can speed up your wins through improved efficiency, personalized customer interactions, and better informed decision- making. Gen AI is a game changer for busy salespeople and can reduce time-consuming tasks, such as customer research, note-taking, and writing emails, and provide insightful data analysis and recommendations.

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