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Sales Commandment #10: Thou Shalt Never Answer the Un-Asked Question

Anthony Cole Training

Has thou been answering the un-asked question? Find out why you should never, ever answer the un-asked question in the final commandment of the 10 Commandments of Sales Success.

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The general manager’s top priority list for 2023

eHotelier

General managers that put more effort into the commercial work in the hotel will likely steal market share from the competition. Here are three things that are the top priorities in 2023 for hotel general managers.

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Meliá and Rafael Nadal launch ZEL

Hotel Business

Tennis player Rafael Nadal and Meliá Hotels International have launched ZEL , a new brand of resort and urban leisure hotels that will first operate in Spain, and expand in destinations throughout Europe, the Middle East, Asia and the Americas. The joint venture between Nadal and Meliá Hotels International, both from Mallorca, Spain, aims to create a unique hospitality experience focused on classic Mediterranean character throughout various global destinations, the two report.

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Highgate to acquire Viceroy Hotels & Resorts

Boutique Hotel News

US: Highgate has entered into a definitive agreement to purchase LA-based Viceroy Hotels & Resorts, with the transaction expected to close in early 2023. Viceroy debuted in 2000 with the launch of Viceroy Santa Monica. Since then, the brand has evolved to include three hotel categories within its portfolio: the Icon Collection, the Lifestyle Series, and Urban Retreats. .

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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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Virdee integrates with CloudBeds

Hotel Business

Virdee , which delivers digital check-in and virtual concierge services to the lodging industry, has integrated with Cloudbeds , an all-in-one lodging operations platform, that will provide hoteliers and hosts with an efficient end-to-end solution for providing contactless guest experiences, the company reports. Virdee will be available as a new partner in Cloudbeds’ Marketplace.

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How can Hotels Promote Sales During the Off-Season?

Travelboom Marketing

Increasing occupancy during the off-season remains one of the hotelier’s biggest challenges and can require a lot of creativity for your digital marketing strategy. Hotel marketers should utilize every platform, including email, social, paid search, and website content, to promote sales during the off-season. As challenging as it may sound, there are several tactics that you can implement to bolster your off-season marketing strategy.

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Foods You Should Avoid Before (and During) a Flight

Hotels by Day

Picture this. You’re at the airport about to embark on a flight to the destination of your dreams. You’ve sorted your travel insurance, exchanged your currency — you even have your mother-in-law looking after the dog. All you have to do is kick back, watch the in-flight entertainment, and scour the guidebooks of where to explore […] The post Foods You Should Avoid Before (and During) a Flight appeared first on HotelsByDay.

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Hyatt rebrands AMR Collection as Inclusive Collection

Hotel Business

Hyatt Hotels Corporation has rebranded its AMR Collection as the Inclusive Collection and integrated more than 20 European Inclusive Collection resorts into the World of Hyatt loyalty program. Following the Inclusive Collection launch in May 2022 , guests and members will now have more all-inclusive resort options to choose from in the Americas and Europe, with additional European resorts in the Inclusive Collection expected to join World of Hyatt soon, the company reports.

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HITEC to debut in two new U.S. cities

eHotelier

HFTP has set the 2024 and 2025 dates for its upcoming HITEC.

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Highgate to acquire Viceroy Hotels & Resorts

Hotel Business

An affiliate of the principals of Highgate have entered into a definitive agreement to purchase Viceroy Hotels & Resorts (Viceroy). The LA-based hospitality group is known for its individual modern luxury hotels and resorts throughout the world, and was voted one of the top 10 hotel brands globally in the 2022 Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

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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HiJiffy launches the first voice assistant specialised in hospitality

eHotelier

HiJiffy’s multilingual virtual assistant is capable of handling complex voice communication with guests with a human-like interaction.

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Rockbridge, AMS Hospitality break ground on Idaho hotel

Hotel Business

Rockbridge and AMS Hospitality , in partnership with GWC Capital , have broken ground on the 131-room Residence Inn in downtown Eagle, ID, located within the Molinari Park mixed-use development. Located in downtown Eagle, a thriving community within the high-growth Boise market, the hotel will feature more than 3,000 sq. ft. of meeting space, a premium fitness center, and a selection of suites to accommodate business and leisure travelers over both short-term and extended stays.

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Thatcher Dilley takes charge of development for Western properties

eHotelier

Expanding its executive team, KSL Resorts has named longtime hospitality industry professional Thatcher Dilley its senior vice president, development west. In this newly created role, Dilley is charged with overseeing all capital planning and development for the company’s western properties.

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Mews closes $185m Series C round

Boutique Hotel News

Czech Republic: Hospitality technology provider Mews has raised $185 million in Series C funding led by equity investment company Kinnevik and the growth equity business with Goldman Sachs. The latest funding round saw participation from Revaia, Derive Ventures and Orbit Capital, alongside returning investors including Battery Ventures, Notion Capital, Salesforce Ventures, Thayer Ventures, and henQ.

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Don't Let AI Pass You By: The New Era of Personalized Sales Coaching & Development

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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Harwood International announces flagship boutique Hôtel Swexan

eHotelier

Harwood International, the global Dallas-based real estate firm today, announced the company’s flagship boutique hotel property, Hôtel Swexan. Set to open in the summer of 2023, Hôtel Swexan will serve as the crown jewel of the more-walkable-than-ever 19-city block Harwood District. .

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Black Friday 2022 results

eHotelier

61% increase in website conversion for hotels running dedicated campaigns.

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Dorchester Collection appoints Arabella El Barkouki as Global Director of Sales

eHotelier

Dorchester Collection has announced the appointment of Arabella El Barkouki as global director of sales, effective immediately.

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The Peninsula Istanbul, will open February 14th along the Bosphorus

eHotelier

The Peninsula Istanbul, the newest addition to The Peninsula Hotels’ portfolio of peerlessly elegant and luxurious worldwide properties, is delighted to announce that it is now accepting reservations in advance of its opening on February 14, 2023. Guests can enjoy an exclusive opening offer of €1,050 including complimentary daily breakfast for two; a €100 credit towards dining, spa and wellness; complimentary airport pick up for all suite reservations.”.

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The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report

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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Baird/STR Hotel Stock Index rose 2.7% in November

eHotelier

The Baird/STR Hotel Stock Index rose 2.7% in November to a level of 5,430. Year to date through the first 11 months of 2022, the stock index was down 5.5%. .

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Adelaide hotel bookings jump for sport-heavy April

eHotelier

The recent announcement that Adelaide will host the Australian Football League’s (AFL) Gather Round and LIV Golf in April 2023 has resulted in a boost in the market’s hotel occupancy on the books, according to STR’s Forward STAR data. .