Tue.Oct 31, 2023

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Travel Experiences in Demand: Survey of 18,000 Travelers Reveals Preferences

Skift Blog

Skift Take: A massive survey of 18,000 travelers worldwide suggests that 2024 is shaping up to be a year when tours, activities, and experiences are decisive. Now if only marketers will catch up to reality.

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WTTC Announces Major Speakers for its 23rd Global Summit in Rwanda

Hospitality Net

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) gears up for its stellar 23rd Global Summit in Kigali this week (1-3 Nov), with Ivorian footballing legend Didier Drogba set to take to the stage.

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Paul Singer’s Elliott Management Bets on Hotels as Part of $372 Million Deal

Skift Blog

Skift Take: An investment vehicle backed by Elliott Management has invested in hotels, following similar moves by other big-money firms. Fun fact: The $370 million deal coincides with the acquisition of U2's The Clarence Hotel.

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Twin Bridges Hospitality To Asset Manage Two New Hotels In New York City

Hospitality Net

Twin Bridges Hospitality has been appointed asset manager for two new hotels which opened October 12th in New York City: Home2 Suites by Hilton New York Times Square and Hampton Inn by Hilton New York Times Square.

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How to Stay Competitive in the Evolving State of Martech

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

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JetBlue Took a Beating During the Third Quarter

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Despite the company's difficult third quarter, JetBlue executives have reason for optimism — especially with business and international travel making progress in their recoveries.

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Mews adds Expedia Group to its collection of direct OTA integrations

Hospitality Net

Mews, the industry-leading hospitality cloud, has released a bespoke integration to Expedia Group that allows properties to connect the leading Online Travel Agencies (OTA) directly to Mews PMS.

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UrVenue Adds Director of Partnerships Position with the Hiring of Nicole Navitsky

Hospitality Net

To support its rapid growth and streamline integrations among the vendor community, UrVenue has hired Nicole Navitsky as Director of Partnerships. In this newly created position, Navitsky is responsible for driving sustainable growth and ensuring that UrVenue – pioneer of the hospitality industry’s first official Property Experience Management System (PXMS) – delivers an exceptional product for its hotel customers and technology partners.

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West Maui Fully Reopens to Tourism, But Travel Recovery Lags

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Public officials sped up the full reopening of West Maui to help save the pivotal holiday season for all of Maui. Hopefully, it's not too late.

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Hotel Verdant Opens in Downtown Racine

Hospitality Net

Hotel Verdant, a full-service, upscale boutique hotel that serves as a gathering place both for the community and travelers, is now open. The 80-room, four-story hotel is located in the historic Zahn’s Department Store at 500 Main St. on the centrally located Monument Square.

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What Indian Travelers Are Looking For Now: India Report

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Indian travelers are price sensitive, but don't make the mistake of thinking they are not big spenders. They're all about getting bang for their buck.

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Diving into Diversity: Decoding the Foundations of Inclusion in Hospitality Talent Acquisition

Speaker: Lauren Fernandez - CEO & Founder, Full Course

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

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Airbnb and IGLTA reveal new travel trends among the LGBTQ+ community

Hospitality Net

During the 40th Annual Global Convention of the International Gay and Lesbian Travel Association (IGLTA) hosted in San Juan, Puerto Rico, Airbnb presented the results of a survey commissioned to the IGLTA Foundation that identify new travel trends among the LGBTQ+ community1 including accommodation preferences and inclusive destinations.

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U.S. Trial to Block JetBlue-Spirit Merger Gets Underway

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Affordable air travel for U.S. consumers and control of the domestic market remains central to the JetBlue-Spirit merger court case.

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U.S. hotel commentary - September 2023

Hospitality Net

U.S. hotel revenue per available room (RevPAR) rose 2.9% in September 2023, which was the strongest year-over-year (YoY) growth of the quarter, even as occupancy continued to decline modestly.

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MakeMyTrip Enters Car Rental Business with Savaari Acquisition

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Acquiring a car rental services company is a significant step towards MakeMyTrip's travel superapp ambitions. After all, seamless connectivity is a priority for both domestic and international travelers.

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ABM Evolution: How Top Marketers Are Using Account-Based Strategies

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.

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Accor’s Premium, Midscale & Economy Division Set to Break Record in Number of Signings across Asia

Hospitality Net

Accor, the largest international hospitality group in Middle East, Africa & Asia Pacific, is gearing towards a record-breaking year in signings in the Premium, Midscale, and Economy Division across Asia, affirming its strong commitment to the region’s dynamic hospitality landscape.

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Africa’s Booming Middle Class Poised to Boost Domestic Tourism

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Today's podcast discusses middle-class travel in Africa, visa delays in Europe and the U.S., and the Four Seasons’ new strategy.

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The Dean Hotel Group Agrees to Sell Majority Stake

Hospitality Net

The Dean Hotel Group has today announced that it has agreed to sell a majority stake in its business to an investment vehicle that is managed and led by Lifestyle Hospitality Capital (LHC) Group, and backed by funds advised by Elliott Investment Management L.P. Founder Paddy McKillen Jr and the McKillen Company will retain a stake and remain involved in the business.

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Colorado Hears Arguments on Tax Hikes For Short-Term Rentals

Skift Blog

Skift Take: The outcome of the Colorado bill will have a big impact on taxes owners ultimately pay.

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A Buyer’s Guide to Future-Proofing Your Restaurant Tech Stack

The race to 100% digital is on. With the restaurant industry still in the early innings of its digital transformation, brands need an airtight strategy when it comes to building out their tech stack. Download the buyer’s guide to learn where to prioritize your efforts and get the most out of every investment.

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Six Senses AlUla Will Invite Guests to Step Inside a Sensational Living Museum in the Saudi Arabian Desert

Hospitality Net

Six Senses has signed a hotel management agreement with AUla Development Company, fully owned by the Public Investment Fund (PIF), to open Six Senses AlUla in Saudi Arabia in 2027. The agreement was signed by Fabien Toscano, Chief Executive Officer of AlUla Development Company, and Neil Jacobs, Chief Executive Officer of Six Senses, in the presence of AlUla Development Company Managing Director Naif AlHamdan, at the Maraya Concert Hall.

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Shashi Hotel Opens Carte Blanche, an In-House Coffee Shop

Lodging

MOUNTAIN VIEW, California—Shashi Hotel announced the opening of its in-house boutique coffee shop, Carte Blanche. Carte Blanche is helmed by Shashi Group’s Vice President of Culinary Operations Jarad Gallager, along with Executive Chef Aubree Arndt. Artisanal coffee offerings will be accompanied by a menu focused on Spanish flavors and techniques. Carte Blanche has partnered with independently owned coffee roaster Vertigo Coffee Roasters, based in San Juan Bautista, California with its coffee so

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How Technology is Making De-Flagging Easier and Levels the Playing Field for Going Independent

Hospitality Net

For many of us, entrepreneurship is a terrifying pursuit. Breaking away from the traditional mold to create something new or different is, admittedly, the path of more resistance. It takes courage, innovative thinking and creativity, agility, relentless execution and unflappable commitment to make it work – and even then, many ventures will fail. But those ventures that do find success act as a beacon to anyone with an entrepreneurial spirit; a sign that big dreams can, sometimes, glean even big

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AHLA Partners With IncentiFind, Brings Sustainable Savings to Members

Lodging

WASHINGTON—The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) and IncentiFind announced a new partnership to help AHLA’s more than 30,000 members identify sustainability-related cost savings. IncentiFind offers more than a half million incentives, including tax credits, grants, fee waivers, rebates, and bill credits. These credits support the implementation of green measures like energy efficiency, renewables, water conservation, and more, which are all directed at reducing bottom-line costs fo

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ABM Success Recipe: Mastering the Crawl, Walk, Run Approach

Shifting to an account-based marketing (ABM) strategy can be both exciting and challenging. Well-implemented ABM motions build engagement with high-value accounts and drive impactful campaigns that resonate with your audience. But where do you begin, and how do you progress from crawling to running? Watch now as Demand Gen experts delve into the essentials of each stage of the ABM process.

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IHCL Announces Financial Results for Q2 FY 2023-24 - Marking Six Consecutive Quarters of Record Performance

Hospitality Net

The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, reported its consolidated financials for the second quarter ending September 30th, 2023.

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Showcasing North Texas-Inspired Artwork

Lodging

JW Marriott Dallas Arts District | Dallas, Texas The first JW Marriott hotel in Dallas is situated in a cultural enclave that includes institutions such as the Dallas Museum of Art, Crow Museum of Asian Art, Moody Performance Hall, and the Winspear Opera House. Fittingly, JW Marriott Dallas Arts District is themed after the arts, featuring more than 20 original, commissioned pieces for its public areas.

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Cove Opens Cove Huntingdon House in London’s Exclusive Kensington and Chelsea Neighbourhoods

Hospitality Net

Extended stay pioneers edyn announce the opening of their newest property, Cove Huntingdon House, under its sophisticated serviced apartment brand Cove. Open October 2023, Cove Huntingdon House is ideally located in the exclusive Kensington and Chelsea neighbourhoods, with London’s most coveted restaurants, galleries and retail just a stones throw away.

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PPDS Introduces New Evolution of ePaper Signage Range

Lodging

AMSTERDAM—PPDS introduced the latest evolution of its ePaper signage range with the launch of the 32-inch Philips Tableaux 5150I for hotels and other hospitality environments. Extending PPDS’ global strategy and commitment to bringing sustainable solutions to market, the new 32-inch Philips Tableaux 5150I signals a breakthrough in technology for larger form factor full-color ePaper displays.

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Beyond The Meeting Room: Luxury Magazine Resource

Escape into a world of luxury and dive into the future of tech, fun takes on the American pastime, and many inspirational individuals. With engaging reports on fashion, food, travel, finance, sports, and more, download now and enjoy the read!

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Hotel Operator Beat 2023 - Europe

Hospitality Net

Findings from the Cushman and Wakefield Operator Beat 2023 indicate that capital cities throughout Europe continue to hold their allure for operators, with the recent addition of Vienna to this esteemed list. Notably, City markets in France, Germany, Benelux, and Turkey have experienced a surge in operator interest since 2021.

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Futurelog’s 2023 hospitality technology innovations

Hotel Management

Pace is paramount in the ever-evolving hospitality technology landscape, and 2023 has seen FutureLog chart impressive progress, as evidenced by a flurry of product developments and launches that underline its commitment to continually enhancing and innovating the procure-to-pay journey. Elevating the User Experience In its unwavering commitment to customer-centric innovation, FutureLog has dedicated much of 2023 to enhancing the user experience (UX) across its web and native mobile apps, creatin

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How GDS has Evolved and the Benefits to Independent Hotels

Hospitality Net

In the vast realm of hotel distribution, where technology reigns supreme, one pillar has stood the test of time: the Global Distribution System (GDS).

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Video exclusive: Marriott CEO Anthony Capuano talks global growth, Bonvoy, Asia Pacific and giving back to communities

Hotel Management

Marriott International’s President and CEO Anthony Capuano has had a stellar career at the global accommodation chain and in that time, he’s been known as a leader who is focused as much on growth as he is about giving back to local communities. For Capuano, when new projects are signed in destinations across the globe, like Vietnam this week, he looks at how those properties can be a beacon for the local community and infuse as much talent, products and supplies as possible.

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How Intent Data Helps Marketers Convert A-List Accounts

One of the biggest challenges for any B2B marketer is understanding your prospects’ next move — who is most likely to buy and when. Without these insights, marketing campaigns can feel more like guesswork, with high investment and little return. We’re here to tell you there’s a better way. By tracking buyers’ digital footprints and online activity, such as website visits, product reviews, and spikes in content consumption, you can engage prospects with a message that really resonates.