Skift Blog
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Skift Take: Flight booking data reveals Americans' top worldwide and domestic destinations so far this year. Tourism marketers take note, especially of changes from the 2019 rankings.
Lodging
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
WASHINGTON—A recent increase in U.S. hotel labor costs reflects a normalizing business mix and significant gains in group demand, according to September year-to-date P&L data from CoStar. U.S. Hotel Performance September 2023 YTD Per-Available-Room Metrics (Percentage change from September 2022 YTD)GOPPAR: $75.74 (up 6.2 percent)TRevPAR: $208.34 (up 8.6 percent)EBITDA PAR: $52.95 (up 5.1 percent)LPAR (Labor Costs): $69.36 (up 13.1 percent) “September labor costs were higher than the summer m
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Skift Blog
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Skift Take: There doesn't seem to be much of a downside for Booking.com getting into cruises. As with flights, which it launched in 2019, we can only say — what took you so long?
Hotel Management
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Accor is gearing up to launch its latest soft brand boutique hotel collection, Emblems, globally and is eyeing opportunities in the Pacific for the five-star offering. Emblems, which sits within Accor’s Luxury and Lifestyle division , above MGallery, will form an important part of Accor’s global growth strategy over the coming years. Accor’s Global Head of Hotel Performance for Sofitel, MGallery and Emblems, Kerrie Hannaford, told HM that the group is currently focused on finding suitable Emblem
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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
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Skift Take: Ultra-luxury travelers’ accelerating desire for exceptional and exclusive experiences is driving hospitality to reach new heights in a rarefied segment. Atlantis The Royal is setting new standards in its quest to anticipate the needs of a continuously evolving high-end travel market.
Hospitality Net
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
The brand’s first hotel in the region is a tranquil green escape from Singapore’s bustling Orchard Road, with its curated collection of restaurants and bars, signature spa and stunning rooftop pool.
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Hospitality Net
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
HotelRunner, a leading innovator in travel and hospitality technology, will attend The Phocuswright Conference from November 13 to 16 in Florida. Sponsored by HotelRunner, the premier event will once again bring together the top industry professionals and decision-makers with the theme "You, Me & the Machine".
Skift Blog
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Skift Take: Whether you're an industry veteran or a newcomer, be prepared to connect with these kinds of people and more at Skift Global Forum East, learn from their expertise, and be part of the exciting conversations that will shape the future of travel.
Hotel Management
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Hotel asset management firm Axsia HTL is predicting a drop off in hotel management agreements (HMAs) in 2024 and beyond as more owners opt in favour of franchise agreements, which are predominate in the US market. While big brands remain powerful in the Australian market, Axsia HTL claims they are growing fast and are “too stretched to provide the necessary support” to ensure each hotel is reaching its potential.
Skift Blog
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Skift Take: The all-electric air taxi service could go a long way in helping India combat its growing problems of pollution and congestion in its major cities.
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
Hospitality Net
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
There are over 7 million listings worldwide on Airbnb, and every minute, over 100 five-star reviews are submitted to the platform1. But what’s the best way to discover the right accommodation for you if not by starting with the ones that people love the most?
Skift Blog
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Skift Take: In episode seven of the Skift Ideas Podcast, host Colin Nagy is joined by Michael Canning of Exceptional Alien, to discuss how how they are leveraging the power of creative communities to curate unique and authentic travel experiences.
Hospitality Net
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
We recently sat down with Mehdi Hemici, Chief Loyalty & Ecommerce Officer at Accor, and Ravindra Bhagwanani, Managing Director at Global Flight, to dig a little deeper into the findings in our ‘Hospitality Ahead’ Report published in March. There were some key discussions about the ongoing transformations in loyalty and how we need to adjust these programs to better suit consumer demand.
Skift Blog
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Skift Take: The FAA's mental health committee is a long overdue step to help pilots overcome the many of the issues making their jobs difficult.
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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.
Hospitality Net
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Expected to open in summer 2024, Patmos Aktis, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Greece will bring The Luxury Collection to the peaceful island of Patmos.
Skift Blog
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Skift Take: Talk about eye candy. In our second-ever list of top hotel design firms, we spotlight the innovators responsible for interior designs and architectural masterworks. These all-stars are making hotels more comfortable, sustainable, and breathtaking.
Hospitality Net
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Minor Hotels, an international hotel owner, operator and investor with more than 540 hotels in 56 countries in Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, the Indian Ocean, Europe, South America and North America, announces its debut in the French capital with the upcoming addition of three four-star hotels. The group will launch three NH Hotels in Q1 2024, with one of the properties to be rebranded as NH Collection in 2025 following a renovation.
Skift Blog
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Skift Take: IndiGo, India’s largest airline, is taking a series of hits due decisions made over a decade ago related to its engines.
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Hospitality Net
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
In the perpetual quest to achieve greater market share, hoteliers constantly seek strategies to help them transcend the competition posed by online travel agencies (OTAs). This is where hotel data revenue can help.
Lodging
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
eTip announced it added instant cashless tip payouts for restaurant workers to its platform. With this new feature, eTip allows food service establishments to provide real-time, cashless tip payouts directly to their employees’ existing bank accounts. U.S. diners are carrying less cash, which presents a dilemma for restaurants and food service businesses.
Hospitality Net
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
The terms diversity, equity, and inclusion are intertwined. As workplaces, communities, and society work to build justice, fairness, and equality into their environments, these three words represent opportunities to embrace new ways of inviting people in, capitalizing on their unique perspectives, and encouraging productive collaboration.
Lodging
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
WASHINGTON—Hilton’s Vice President of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) and Global Head of Sustainability, Jean Garris Hand, testified on behalf of Hilton and the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) to the U.S. Senate Subcommittee on Tourism, Trade, and Export Promotion. The hearing, titled “Sustainable Tourism for a Thriving Economy,” explored how to build a sustainable travel and tourism sector while balancing the needs of businesses, visitors, and local communities.
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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.
Hospitality Net
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
M/s ASV Hotels & Properties Developers, a real estate & hotel development company in Lucknow, today announces the signing of a franchise agreement with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts for a new hotel development under the upper midscale Wyndham Garden brand in Lucknow.
Skift Blog
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Skift Take: Today's podcast discusses Airbnb's enhancements for hosts, Las Vegas' latest big attraction, and Singapore Air's earnings.
Hospitality Net
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
The hospitality industry is ever-evolving, and understanding the power of employer branding has never been more critical. In each episode of this inaugural season, we invite a diverse array of hospitality professionals to discuss the nuances of employer branding. They will share their insights, experiences, and strategies, shedding light on the key factors that shape the future of the industry.
Hotel Management
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
The Government of Western Australia’s proposed reforms to regulate short-stay accommodation in the state has been welcomed by The Australian Hotels Association (WA). AHA(WA) CEO Bradley Woods said a mandatory registration scheme, coupled with a requirement that short-stay accommodation in the Perth metro area obtain development approval after 90 days use, is an initial step in the right direction.
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Hospitality Net
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Pro-invest Group and IHG Hotels & Resorts open doors to Hotel Indigo Sydney Potts Point, the brand's newest neighbourhood.
Hotel Business
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Premier , an end-to-end architecture, design, procurement, project management and development firm, has named Aimee Sanborn SVP, adaptive-reuse & mixed-use, spearheading the company’s expansion into the adaptive-reuse and mixed-use segments nationally. The move supports the company’s commitment to supporting developers and existing building owners with the redevelopment of underperforming assets.
Hospitality Net
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Columbus Hotel Monte‑Carlo, Curio Collection by Hilton, is due to open before the end of the year.
Hotel Business
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Unifocus has been awarded the title of the “World’s Best Workforce Management Solutions Provider” for 2023 by the World Travel Tech Awards. The company is also celebrating its 25th anniversary. “With a quarter-century of pioneering workforce management technology and counting, our commitment to innovation ensures that our tools set the industry benchmark,” said Moneesh Arora, CEO, Unifocus.
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