Skift Blog

APRIL 26, 2024

Skift Take: Venice is likely the first city to charge a fee to access its central area. Using entry fees, Venice is testing a system to manage tourist flows.

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Lodging

APRIL 26, 2024

The first quarter of 2024 demonstrated the hotel demand in all Accor Group regions and segments. Operating performance indicators (RevPAR and portfolio growth) are trending positively, and the group has continued to manage its balance sheet in line with its commitments. Sébastien Bazin, chairman and CEO of Accor, said, “In this first quarter, marked by the group’s return in CAC 40, Accor once again delivered a solid performance, increasing revenue in all regions, notably in […]

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Skift Blog

APRIL 26, 2024

Skift Take: Two days ago, Tony Fernandes announced that he’s putting retirement aside for the next five years. On Thursday he announced AirAsia Move’s plans to be the biggest OTA in Southeast Asia and a day later, he’s talking about his ambition to position AirAsia as the largest low-cost airline group in Asia.

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Lodging

APRIL 26, 2024

A high-quality mattress promotes the restful sleep that is one of the fundamental offerings of the hotel industry. But even top-tier mattresses eventually need replacing, and at that point procurement will need to investigate the products in the ever-evolving bedding market. Given the variety of products in terms of price point and features, it’s best to start this exploration well before the warranty expires on the hotel’s current mattresses, advised David Wiles, director of Tempur […] Th

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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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Anthony Cole Training

APRIL 26, 2024

DNA is a molecule called deoxyribonucleic acid, which contains the biological instructions that make each species unique. So, what makes up the very unique and coveted Sales DNA? Is there a genetic code for successful sales managers and if so, wouldn’t every company like to crack that code?

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 26, 2024

Minor Hotels has made significant strides towards net zero, achieving year-on-year reductions in energy, carbon emission and water intensities, while cutting its organic waste to landfill by more than a quarter, according to its newly released global 2023 Sustainability Report.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 26, 2024

The Boutique Lifestyle Lodging Association (BLLA) is proud to announce the successful completion of its first retreat in collaboration with Conscious Souls of Hospitality. Held in the stunning locale of Ibiza, Spain, from April 7 to 11, this event marked a significant fusion of spirituality and hospitality, focusing on the root of authentic wellness.

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Skift Blog

APRIL 26, 2024

Skift Take: American is the latest airline to alter its schedule as delivery delays at Boeing mount.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 26, 2024

In recent years, the topic of well-being has become increasingly ubiquitous. A report by McKinsey (2024) finds, surprisingly, that millennials and Gen Z are spending more on health and wellness than older consumers. According to the Global Wellness Institute (2023), the wellness economy reached $5.6 trillion in 2023 and is forecast to soar to $8.5 trillion by 2027.

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Skift Blog

APRIL 26, 2024

Skift Take: Today's podcast looks at Indigo's new purchase, Wyndham's new strategy, and Royal Caribbean's new audience.

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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

APRIL 26, 2024

Effective cross-functional collaboration stands as a pivotal trend shaping contemporary business outcomes. Realizing the full potential of collaborative teamwork demands meticulous preparation, the alignment of shared objectives, and the guidance of skilled leadership to reinforce desired organizational behaviors and objectives. While the advantages of cross-functional collaboration are widely acknowledged, the implementation of this approach requires more than mere immediacy; it necessitates a

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Skift Blog

APRIL 26, 2024

Skift Take: Coming off the release of annual financial reports, we delve into the issue of CEO pay in the travel industry in this week's podcast as several major executives have seen their compensation boom in recent years.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 26, 2024

The first quarter of 2024 once again demonstrates the strength of hotel demand in all Accor Group regions and segments. Operating performance indicators (RevPAR and portfolio growth) are all trending positively, and the Group has continued to manage its balance sheet in line with its commitments.

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Skift Blog

APRIL 26, 2024

Skift Take: A program newly open to Americans as well as Europeans promises to educate travel company leaders on sustainable practices.

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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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Hospitality Net

APRIL 26, 2024

Sommet Education, a leading worldwide player in the hospitality education boasting a community of 10,000 students and 60,000 influential alumni worldwide, is proud to announce the launch of its Foundation, a significant milestone aimed at supporting employment challenges within the hospitality sector.

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Lodging

APRIL 26, 2024

LOS ANGELES, California—Sonnenblick-Eichner Company has arranged a strategic joint venture equity investment into the ownership entity of the Pacific City Lodging portfolio, located in Pacific City, Oregon. The Pacific City Lodging portfolio is a collection of oceanfront resort properties comprised of the Headlands Coastal Lodge & Spa, the Inn at Cape Kiwanda, Hart’s Camp, and the Cape Kiwanda RV Park.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 26, 2024

In Mykonos, the most cosmopolitan island of the Cyclades, the new chapter of Numo Hotels & Resorts offers a new take on authentic hospitality offering a distinctive high-aesthetic resort.

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Lodging

APRIL 26, 2024

STONECREST, Georgia—Artemis Hotel Group announced the completion of a full-scale renovation for the Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta East/Stonecrest, located in Lithonia, Georgia. The 110-room property managed by GF Hotels underwent an extensive transformation encompassing the entire property, including the exterior, guestrooms, corridors, and public areas.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 26, 2024

From one of the industry’s brightest and most respected voices in lifestyle and design, comes a new company name and an even sharper focus on developing lifestyle hotels that pack punch and redefine Australia’s hospitality landscape.

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Lodging

APRIL 26, 2024

WASHINGTON—U.S. hotel performance showed mixed results from the previous week, according to CoStar’s latest data through April 20, 2024. U.S. Hotel Performance April 14-20, 2024 Percentage change from comparable week in 2023:Occupancy: 66.8 percent (down 0.3 percent)ADR: $158.60 (up 1.5 percent)RevPAR: $105.94 (up 1.2 percent) Among the Top 25 Markets, Philadelphia reported the largest year-over-year increases in occupancy (up 14.3 percent to 72.1 percent) and RevPAR (up 23.2 percent to $1

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 26, 2024

With every passing year, revenue management is playing a more central role at hotels as they navigate a landscape now locked in a permanent state of change.

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Skift Blog

APRIL 26, 2024

Skift Take: Destination Toronto is sticking with someone who knows the organization inside and out.

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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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Hospitality Net

APRIL 26, 2024

According to Hilton’s third annual trends report, this year will be marked by a pronounced emphasis on wellness travel, with "rest and relaxation" identified as the pivotal trend shaping the travel landscape for 2024. Beyond the traditional offerings like spas, yoga classes at sunrise, and fitness centers with the latest equipment, the pursuit of personal wellness has undergone a significant transformation.

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Hotel Management

APRIL 26, 2024

Crowne Plaza Changi Airport has once again been named the world’s best airport hotel at Skytrax’s 2024 World Airport Awards. The hotel clinched both ‘World’s Best Airport Hotel’ and ‘Best Airport Hotel in Asia’ for the ninth consecutive year at the annual awards list, which represents the benchmark of excellence in the world airport industry. “We are immensely honoured to receive these prestigious recognitions for the ninth year running,” said Crowne Plaza Changi Airport Hotel Manager, Abd

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 26, 2024

The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, reported its consolidated financials for the fourth quarter and full year ending March 31st, 2024.

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Hotel Management

APRIL 26, 2024

An exciting debate on branded versus white label operators is set to unfold at AHICE Asia Pacific on Wednesday May 1. The conference kicks off with this ‘Mini Debate’ at 8:15am, as part of a Breakfast Masterclass moderated by JLL Hotels and Hospitality Group Managing Director, Gus Moors. Six key leaders will argue for and against the topic: “Branded Operators are better at running hotels than White Label Operators”.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 26, 2024

Artemis Hotel Group, a fully integrated hospitality company focused on investments in distressed, limited-service, and extended-stay hotels, announced today the completion of a full-scale renovation for the Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta East/Stonecrest, located in Lithonia, Georgia.

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Hotel Business

APRIL 26, 2024

One in every four individuals in the U.S. has a sensory need or an invisible disability according to KultureCity , including those with autism spectrum disorder, dyslexia and attention-deficit disorder. With more than 90% of neurodivergent individuals and caregivers of neurodivergent individuals in the U.S. planning to travel at least one night this year, a new survey led by Hyatt finds hotels can make their travel journeys, from pre-arrival to checkout, more seamless and inclusive.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 26, 2024

PPHE Hotel Group, the international hospitality real estate group which develops, owns and operates hotels and resorts, is pleased to announce a trading update for the three months ended 31 March 2024.

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Webrezpro

APRIL 26, 2024

Book yourself into a Mill Bay Marine Group rental home. These delightful rentals in beautiful spots around British Columbia are perfect for those seeking outdoor adventures and ocean views. There are glamping, RV sites, and campsites too if you’re looking for something a bit more rustic–or affordable.

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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.

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