Skift Blog
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
Skift Take: Testing the waters with the announcement of the Wynn Al Marjan Island, the UAE government has gone to the deep end, announcing a federal level gaming authority. Chaired by the former CEO of MGM, this new authority sets the stage for a full-blown gambling industry.
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
LuxUrban Hotels Inc. ("LuxUrban" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: LUXH), which utilizes an asset-light business model to lease entire hotels on a long-term basis and rent out hotel rooms in these properties in key major metropolitan cities, announced today that the Blakely Hotel in New York City has been re-branded as "The Blakely by LuxUrban, Trademark Collection® by Wyndham.
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Skift Blog
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
Skift Take: The American Express GBTs of the world won't lose sleep over this. But Kayak's effort should be a wake-up call to the sector. Technologies like blockchain may be seeding more competition at last.
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
The Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua, Bali celebrates a momentous 32-year milestone as it gracefully concludes its full-scale transformation, a tribute to the captivating nature and indigenous Balinese culture that surrounds it. The resort is now welcoming guests to its elevated rooms, restaurants and facilities adorned with elements that cherish heritage combined with modern elegance.
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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
Skift Blog
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
Skift Take: As blended travel comes of age, tokenized payment innovations using artificial intelligence and augmented reality are paving new ways to create seamless travel experiences that span the entire customer lifecycle.
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
With rich landscapes, a multi-layered cultural heritage, and untouched wilderness, New Zealand has captured the imagination of some of the world’s most creative minds. Rosewood Hotels & Resorts ® is embarking on a journey to this iconic destination with Robertson Lodges, a distinguished collection of three resorts, each offering a unique and luxurious escape.
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Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
IHG Hotels & Resorts and Franzé Developments have today opened Geelong’s first major newbuild hotel in around 20 years - Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong. It marks a significant milestone for Victoria’s biggest regional city with the new addition of one of the most recognised and trusted hotel brands in the world.
Skift Blog
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
Skift Take: At a time when India's aviation and hospitality sectors are riding high on domestic travel, IHG is positioned well to capitalize on market opportunities with its Essentials collection of brands.
Hotel Management
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
Peak industry body Accommodation Australia (AA) is pushing for a more sustainable industry through a new partnership with Ecotourism Australia. Accommodation Australia President, Leanne Harwood, said the partnership aims to promote “genuine and measurable sustainability” to its thousands of member hotels, motels and caravan parks. “There’s no doubt sustainability is one of the most critical issues for our guests, our members and the wider community,” Harwood said.
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
Cycas Hospitality has signed a hotel management agreement in its first partnership with Ennismore to operate the design-led 25hours Hotel Terminus Nord, bringing the hotel management company’s French portfolio to 10 hotels (over 1,500 rooms) in the region.
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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
Skift Blog
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
Skift Take: Apple hasn't traditionally focused on travel, but these new features are useful.
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) partnered with Hotelbeds to bring sector leaders together in Palma, Mallorca, to delve into the ever-evolving dynamics of global Travel & Tourism.
Skift Blog
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
Skift Take: Having snatched headlines with its glamorous hotel projects, Saudi Arabia wants to do the same with its new cruise ship.
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
Independent luxury and full service hotel and resort groups are not willing to settle for less regarding operations technology. Still, their search for the best tools for the job has left many operators bogged down in complexity as they manage too many disparate systems at once. No hotelier can circumvent the rising complexity of operations today, but independents need more time and support to navigate these challenges and remain profitable.
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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.
Skift Blog
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
Skift Take: Although Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary maintains the company is committed to expanding in Italy, he certainly seems equally as eager to hit the government hard for moves he considers unfathomable.
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
My recent trip to HSMAI’s annual Revenue Optimization Conference resulted in (no surprises) all talk about AI this and AI that. At a subsequent meeting with my peers, which further underlined this all consuming topic from session to session, a colleague turned to me and said “… are we tired of AI yet?” I had to nod in the affirmative.
Hotel Management
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
Singapore’s Mandarin Oriental hotel has re-opened to the public with a new look following a six-month transformation project. The hotel, which has been in operation for over 36 years, has been “reborn” with colour and inspiration from Singapore’s distinctive Angsana trees, and architectural traditions such as Peranakan style architecture and black and white houses.
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
IDeaS, a SAS company, the world’s leading provider of hotel revenue management software and services, announced today that Summerstar Tourist Parks has adopted the IDeaS’ G3 Revenue Management System (RMS) across fourteen of its Australian-based caravan and holiday park sites.
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Hotel Management
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
Pro-invest Group’s AU$20million reinvention of 575 Flinders Lane, Melbourne sees the introduction this week of Beso restaurant and bar, adjoining the recently-opened Hotel Indigo Melbourne on Flinders. A Spanish taperia with a streetside entrance for locals and hotel access for guests, Beso will serve up Spanish classics with a contemporary twist, Victorian and Spanish wines, as well as Spanish vermut and signature cocktails.
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
What’s on the minds of hoteliers? What’s keeping them up at night? And what makes travelers happy and eager to return? Some of the best places to have these candid discussions are at the industry’s conferences and events, and this year’s lineup has not disappointed. From AAHOACON and BITAC, to HITEC and The Hospitality Show, I’ve been traveling steadily, attending 13 events since January.
Hotel Management
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne has debuted a new-look Baroque-inspired ballroom and conference space this week. It’s the final stage in the hotel’s multi-million-dollar renovation which saw all 320 rooms, lobby and restaurant space restored to its turn-of-the-century origins. “In its heyday, what is now the King Edward Ballroom (named after the building’s most famous visitor in Edward, Prince of Wales back in 1920), was in fact a Club Bar within the original Commercial Travellers Building,” said Ren
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
Hotel Internet Services (HIS), a full-service provider of internet services and solutions, has today announced its participation as an official exhibitor of the Independent Hotel Show taking place in Miami from September 20-21, 2023. By showcasing its latest industry purpose-built technologies, HIS representatives at booth #126 are set to provide attendees with high-value and up-to-date insight into how they can keep pace with ever-increasing guest demands for faster online connectivity and pers
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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.
Skift Blog
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
Skift Take: Contiki is seeing more seasoned travelers shifting their focus from Europe to far-flung African adventures as the company digs into the immersive choice the post-pandemic traveler is hungry for.
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
Exceptional event spaces, elevated guestrooms and enriching experiences await at the highly anticipated Munich Marriott Hotel City West.
Skift Blog
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
Skift Take: There's been a lot of buzz about AI in travel, so we're going to ask CEOs about it on stage for everyone to see.
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
Just as ensuring hotel safety requires leaving no asset or process unexamined, the quest for affordable property coverage requires casting a wide net.
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Hotel Management
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
BWH appoints ANZ MD of Operations BWH Hotels has appointed Rod Munro to the position of Managing Director of Operations for Australia and New Zealand. Reporting to Vice President, International Operations for Asia Pacific, Olivier Berrivin, Munro has been charged with expanding the brand’s presence in the region. “BWH Hotels Australasia is undergoing rapid growth and we are excited for Rod to continue this momentum in the region” said Berrivin.
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
The rising need for hotels to generate more revenue-enhancing opportunities that go beyond guest rooms has contributed to demand for a central reservations system (CRS) and booking engine that is simple, intuitive, and has the power to personalize guest experiences.
Hotel Business
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
Away Together , a mobile application that brings all components of the travel industry together on one platform, has entered into a partnership with Celitech, an eSIM platform company focused on helping businesses offer affordable connectivity for travelers. “The second you touch down and your phone connects to a foreign tower, the exorbitant fees begin with your cellular provider,” said Al Fares, CEO, Celitech.
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
Hip, Energetic Hotel is Reintroduced to the Mile High City, with Newly Refreshed Guest Rooms, Lobby, Social Spaces, and More.
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