Skift Blog

JULY 14, 2023

Skift Take: Today's edition of Skift's daily podcast looks closer at Delta’s international support, the Grand Canyon’s green efforts, and India’s travel tax problems.

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Hospitality Net

JULY 14, 2023

In the latest updates on the regional market performance of the hotel industry in the United Kingdom, we share year-to-date data from May for 2023 compared to the same period in 2022 and 2019, according to HotStats’ monthly Hotel Benchmarking reports.

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Skift Blog

JULY 14, 2023

Skift Take: Texas hotelier Liz Lambert has linked up with noted architect Bjarke Ingels and 3D printing firm ICON to reimagine the future of El Cosmico. Despite the bleeding edge tech, the emphasis will be on the spirit of self reliance and community that defined the early iterations of the property.

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Hospitality Net

JULY 14, 2023

1 Hotel Mayfair opened Thursday 13th July 2023, making its debut as the first European property of the 1 Hotel’s mission-driven portfolio. 1 Hotel Mayfair is setting a new benchmark for lower impact luxury in London, introducing a destination, community and platform for change for travellers and Londoners alike.

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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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Skift Blog

JULY 14, 2023

Skift Take: The idea that a giant tourist attraction like Disney could fall victim to price sensitivity, especially under the current macro economic conditions, is telling. It further underscores that if theme parks are going to charge an arm and a leg, they need to deliver an experience worth the price tag, to remain competitive.

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Hospitality Net

JULY 14, 2023

We’re excited to introduce a game-changing tool for managers and decision-makers in the hotel and travel industry. We launched an Artificial Intelligence (AI) consultant, powered by OpenAI’s state-of-the-art ChatGPT-4, extensively trained on business subjects, including economics, revenue management, customer psychology, marketing, tech, data, and analytics.

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Hospitality Net

JULY 14, 2023

UAE-headquartered Global Hotel Alliance, the world’s largest alliance of independent hotels brands, has reported stronger-than-forecast H1 2023 results, with room revenue in its GHA DISCOVERY loyalty programme up a remarkable 122% year-on-year by the end of Q2.

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Skift Blog

JULY 14, 2023

Skift Take: Fairlyne wants to help travelers resell their unwanted airline tickets, and Boddy wants to help people access gyms while they're traveling.

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Hospitality Net

JULY 14, 2023

The US accommodation market is iconic. It’s 1950’s motels lining empty desert roads, sun-soaked Miami beach resorts, old-world luxury with park views and much more besides. No wonder the US is the world’s largest tourism market and its third most visited destination.

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Skift Blog

JULY 14, 2023

Skift Take: Most talk about generative AI is bombastic. Yes, today's tech has accuracy and security issues. But that will be resolved within a few years. The tech will then transform hotel revenue management.

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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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Hospitality Net

JULY 14, 2023

Hilton’s new Ocean City, Maryland hotel brings a contemporary oasis to the famed boardwalk. Rooted in local fare and culture, Hilton Garden Inn Ocean City Oceanfront reinvigorates this popular vacation spot on the Atlantic Ocean. In collaboration with OTO Development, //3877 was tapped as the design architect, architect of record and interior designer for the project, which included the complete renovation of an existing beachfront property.

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Skift Blog

JULY 14, 2023

Skift Take: Funky furniture and art grab all the glory in hotel design talk on Instagram and TikTok. But lighting has under-appreciated importance. This example of a lighting refresh at a particular Florida resort could offer broader lessons to the sector.

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Hospitality Net

JULY 14, 2023

Berlin’s hotel industry recorded its highest performance since September 2022, according to preliminary June 2023 data from STR.

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Skift Blog

JULY 14, 2023

Skift Take: What makes San Francisco such a great destination seems to reside more outside of its downtown area.

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Advertiser: ZoomInfo

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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Hotel Business

JULY 14, 2023

Hyatt Hotels Corporation has revealed that Calistoga Motor Lodge and Spa, a retro-inspired property with 97 guestrooms and suites, has joined the JdV by Hyatt portfolio. Located at the head of the Silverado Trail in California’s wine country, the property is the first Independent Collection hotel in Napa Valley. Inspired by California’s wine region with design by New York-based design firm AvroKo, the property is a new take on the classic roadside motel experience, according to Hyatt.

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Hotel Designs

JULY 14, 2023

Hotel Designs Sneak peek: Members Suite at the Independent Hotel Show 2023 Sneak peek: Members Suite at the Independent Hotel Show 2023 Hotel Designs meets design studio Cocoon & Bauer, returning as a design partner to the Independent Hotel Show 2023… Having previously brought the innovative Inclusive Hotel Room feature to life in 2022 at the Independent Hotel Show, this year Cocoon & Bauer is tackling the show’s Members Suite, an area for leading hoteliers to network, relax and do

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Hotel News Resource

JULY 14, 2023

In the latest updates on the regional market performance of the hotel industry in the United Kingdom, we share year-to-date data from May for 2023 compared to the same period in 2022 and 2019, according to HotStats’ monthly Hotel Benchmarking reports.

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Hotel Designs

JULY 14, 2023

Hotel Designs Case study: Havwoods gets underfoot in Nokken cabins Case study: Havwoods gets underfoot in Nokken cabins Going beyond a simple wood cabin design, Nokken is a new retreat hospitality concept that combines the best in desirable, eco-conscious and considered architecture, making it a perfect match with the functionality and flair of Havwoods wood flooring… Claiming to be the world’s most adaptable modular cabin ecosystem, Nokken has been purposely designed by creators Nathan Ay

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Hotel News Resource

JULY 14, 2023

Article - Travelers React to AI-Generated Travel Ads - With the rise of AI, Destination Analysts explores how travelers feel about AI-generated travel ads.

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Webrezpro

JULY 14, 2023

Need a beach break asap? Book yourself into the Mayan Princess Hotel. Located on the white sand shores of Ambergris Caye in Belize, this hotel has everything you need to return tan and happy. You can explore the Belize Barrier Reef, trek the jungle, or simply lay on your towel with a book.

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MediaBoom

JULY 14, 2023

The logo you choose plays a crucial role in shaping your brand’s perception among potential clients. Therefore, it is essential to dedicate ample time and effort towards crafting a logo that truly embodies your personal brand, sets you apart from competitors, and leaves a lasting impression. But what makes the perfect luxury real estate logo? A luxury real estate logo often possesses a number of key characteristics, including sophisticated typographies and color palettes, minimalist design

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Hotelier Magazine

JULY 14, 2023

KELOWNA, B.C. — The Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association (TOTA) has welcomed the culinary tourism initiative, the Great Taste of Canada, to the region to tell the food stories of the interior of B.C. The Thompson Okanagan’s diverse climate and geography – paired with the many talented growers, makers and artisans – provide an ideal environment for agricultural farming and incredible culinary experiences to flourish.

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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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Hotel News Resource

JULY 14, 2023

Jakarta’s hotel industry recorded its highest average daily rate (ADR) and revenue per available room (RevPAR) levels since October 2018, according to preliminary June 2023 data from STR.

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Hotel Business

JULY 14, 2023

The Cornell Hotel Society has revealed the 2023 class of the Cornell Hotelie Hall of Fame and the winner of its Rising Star award. The inductees are: James W. McLamore ’47 John Harney ’56 Harris Rosen ’61 Burton “Skip” Sack ’61 Annabella Santos Wisniewski ’65 Steve Rushmore ’67 Jim Eyster ’69 Leland C. “Lee” Pillsbury ’69 Cindy Estis Green ’79 Chiaki Tanuma MPS ’80 Evan Frazier ’92 The Rising Star award, which recognizes early Hotelie successes, is being presented to Karim Abouelnaga ’13.

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Hotel News Resource

JULY 14, 2023

Article - Berlin Hotel Performance Reaches 8-month High in June - Berlin’s hotel industry recorded its highest performance since September 2022, according to preliminary June 2023 data from STR.

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Hotel Business

JULY 14, 2023

A total of 365 deals (mergers & acquisitions, private equity and venture financing deals) were announced in the travel and tourism sector globally during the first half of 2023, which was a decline of 38.8% compared to 596 deals announced during the same period in the previous year, revealed GlobalData , a data and analytics company. An analysis of GlobalData’s Financial Deals Database also showed that all the deal types under coverage witnessed a decline in deal activity.

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Hotel Designs

JULY 14, 2023

Hotel Designs The Ritz-Carlton, Naples – reopened and reimagined The Ritz-Carlton, Naples – reopened and reimagined The latest chapter of The Ritz-Carlton, Naples’ storied history has arrived, with the legendary beachfront resort unveiling a dramatic transformation drawing inspiration from the historic glamour of travel and the destination’s unique coastal elegance… The dramatic transformation of The Ritz-Carlton, Naples includes the addition of the new Vanderbilt Tower, which features an

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Hotel Business

JULY 14, 2023

Sandman Hotel Group has opened Sandman Signature Fort Worth Downtown Hotel in the century-old W.T. Waggoner Building. It is the company’s second Signature-branded hotel property in Texas. Originally constructed in 1920, this 20-story building was known for being the tallest in the State of Texas and the Southwest. The building is u-shaped on the upper floors and is one of the few buildings in Fort Worth to position light toward the front of the building, according to the company.

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Hospitality Tech

JULY 14, 2023

MACH enables operators to have the best of all worlds whilst building a tech stack.

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Hotel Business

JULY 14, 2023

Due to constricted business travel during the Fourth of July, U.S. hotel performance fell from the previous week and showed weaker year-over-year comparisons, according to STR ‘s latest data through July 8. July 2023 (percentage change from comparable week in 2022): Occupancy: 61.8% (-2.3%) ADR: $155.81 (+1.2%) RevPAR: $96.36 (-1.2%) Among the top 25 markets, New York City saw the highest year-over-year occupancy increase (+11.4% to 77.3%).

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Advertiser: ZoomInfo

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