Wed.May 08, 2024

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Airbnb CEO: ‘We Are Ready to Step on the Gas’ for International Expansion

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Despite risks from regulation and competition, there is a huge opportunity for Airbnb to expand further around the world beyond its five core markets. It's a big world out there.

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Unity by Hard Rock Launches as Company’s Loyalty Program

Lodging

HOLLYWOOD, Florida—Hard Rock International announced the global launch of Unity by Hard Rock, a loyalty program that rewards members across Hard Rock’s portfolio of more than 200 locations including hotels, casinos, cafes, and Rock Shops around the world. The brand is celebrating how its guest offerings have “Come Together” under the loyalty program with Lionel Messi, Noah Kahan, John Legend; and Shakira.

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What Do Indian Tourists Want? We Asked 5 Hotel Brands – India Report

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Due to close proximity, the nations of Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Bhutan witness significant tourism from India. With preferences of Indian travelers changing, boutique properties are reaching out with diverse offerings to attract this tourism segment.

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Google Search Claims Another Victim: Tripadvisor Lowers Outlook

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Google has made frequent changes to its search results pages over the years, and Tripadvisor has often suffered as Google has its own competing businesses. Recent changes appear to have hit Tripadvisor particularly hard.

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Welcome to the Future of Hospitality: Smart Rooms Start Here

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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These Are the Countries To Watch in Europe’s Tourism Recovery

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Sun, savings, and sports are all factors driving Europe’s tourism recovery.

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Tripadvisor Rules Out a Merger for Now

Skift Blog

Tripadvisor stated this morning that a merger is not in the works for now. "The Special Committee has determined that at this time, there is no Tripadvisor stated this morning that a merger is not in the works for now.

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