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Ask Skift: Are Low-Cost Carriers Always Cheaper?

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Travelers have increasingly turned to low-cost airlines in recent years in the hopes of finding less expensive ways to fly, but are they really saving money? Here's what we found on the matter.

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The Hotel Financial Coach – Speaking Services

Hotel Financial Coach Blog

Click on image to learn more The Hotel Financial Coach – Speaking Services Purchase on Amazon in paperback, hardcover or Kindle format PURCHASE HERE Complimentary Discovery Call – [link] Video Course Links: [link] [link] Be sure to check out my other services on the links below. On-line Strategic Hospitality Financial Leadership Workshops The 3 Month 1-1 Financial Leadership Mentoring Program Hotel Accounting Policy Manuals Hotel Asset Management Program Strategic Hospitality Financial Lea

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Omni Hotels Knows it’s Tiny. Here’s How it Thinks it Can Compete with Global Giants

Skift Blog

Skift Take: The global hotel groups talk like they're going to inherit the earth. So how can a small brand like Omni thrive? In his first major interview as its new president, Kurt Alexander outlines his plan.

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Six hotel sales strategies to increase occupancy and revenue

eHotelier

A hotel sales strategy is a plan of action designed to increase hotel revenue and bookings. It involves identifying target markets, setting sales goals, and creating a plan to achieve those goals.

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How to Stay Competitive in the Evolving State of Martech

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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A Better Hotel for the Middle Class?

Skift Blog

Skift Take: This week IHG launched a new mid-market brand, Garner, as a conversion brand to quickly expand and refresh new and previously independent hotels.

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KC Beach Club increases revenue by 50% with STAAH

STAAH

The Thai beach resort attributes the revenue surge to the efficiencies in online distribution and direct bookings via STAAH. Located in the tourist mecca of Thailand – Koh Samui – KC Beach Club & Pool Villas offers everything expected of this destination; mellow morning vibes and a happening party atmosphere by evening. Occupying a coveted spot on the popular Chaweng Beach, it is a stroll down to the white sands for guests and a 10-minute drive to the airport, with the entertainment complex

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Sweetgreen Hires Two Chipotle Alumni

Hospitality Tech

Chad Brauze joins as Head of Culinary and Michael Kotick as VP, Head of Marketing.

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BWH Hotels expands its lifestyle brand Aiden into Western Australia

eHotelier

Leading global hotel brand, BWH Hotels (BWH), announces the signing of new, stylish 120-room hotel, Aiden SCQ, the first Aiden property of BWH’s newest lifestyle boutique brand in Western Australia to join the successful Aiden Darling Harbour opened in 2022.

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US hotels focus on margins in first half of 2023

Hospitality Today

Hotels saw general pressure on profit margins in the first half of 2023, with GOP margin falling by 1% point compared to the same period in 2022

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Mandarin Oriental, Singapore and Mandala Club collaborate to redefine luxury and lifestyle experiences in Singapore

eHotelier

Mandarin Oriental, Singapore and Mandala Club, a private members’ club with its flagship in Bukit Pasoh, Singapore are partnering to provide an immersive experience into the vibrant culture of Singapore that will ignite the senses, expand the mind, and connect like-minded communities. This collaboration—the first of its kind in Asia—will bring to life Mandarin Oriental, Singapore’s new philosophy, Exceptionally Singapore, with exclusive access to designer spaces; an inspiring calendar of cultura

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Diving into Diversity: Decoding the Foundations of Inclusion in Hospitality Talent Acquisition

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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Client-Centric Hotel Asset Management | Hotel Marketing

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Client-Centric Hotel Asset Management | Hotel Marketing

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Wiltons’ Assistant Restaurant Manager, Tommaso Sicuro to cycle 750 miles in aid of hospitality action

eHotelier

Tommaso Sicuro, Wiltons' Assistant Restaurant Manager will be undertaking the renowned long-distance cycling event Paris-Brest-Paris over four days, 20th to 24th August this year in aid of Hospitality Action.

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Travel in Southeast Asia reaches new heights

Hospitality Today

Travel in SEA continues to increase, with sustained momentum beyond the initial phase of revenge travel, according to Google

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Bulgaria’s Travel & Tourism sector set to contribute 10% of the economy forecasts WTTC

eHotelier

Speaking at a panel session at the Hyatt Regency Pravets Resort in Bulgaria today, World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) President & CEO Julia Simpson revealed that the WTTC 2023 Economic Impact Research (EIR) today forecasts that 10% of the Bulgarian economy will come from Travel & Tourism by 2033.

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ABM Evolution: How Top Marketers Are Using Account-Based Strategies

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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China’s travel revival might need a little more time

Hospitality Today

While China easing group tour restrictions is a travel industry leap, don't expect a sudden surge of Chinese tourists

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Global Business Travel and Events costs expected to remain elevated through 2024, reflecting ‘True New Cost of Travel’

eHotelier

Global business travel and events costs are set to climb higher through the remainder of 2023 and into 2024, albeit at a much more moderate pace than the exceptionally steep increases seen in 2022. This is according to the 2024 Global Business Travel Forecast, published today by CWT, the business travel and meetings specialist, and the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), the world’s largest business travel trade organization.

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Engaging pet owners on your hotel website

Hospitality Today

Surprising statistics reveal that more than half of travelers worldwide now take their pets with them when they holiday

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New Executive Chef, Craig Robertson joins team at Daydream Island Resort and Living Reef

eHotelier

Daydream Island Resort and Living Reef continues to expand its onsite team with the appointment of Craig Robertson to the role of Executive Chef.

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A Buyer’s Guide to Future-Proofing Your Restaurant Tech Stack

The race to 100% digital is on. With the restaurant industry still in the early innings of its digital transformation, brands need an airtight strategy when it comes to building out their tech stack. Download the buyer’s guide to learn where to prioritize your efforts and get the most out of every investment.

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Wego's focus on the Middle East is paying off

Hospitality Today

Singapore-based Wego has shifted its geographic focus, with the MENA region becoming its priority in the last decade

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How to Boost Your F&B Revenue’ eBook

eHotelier

What are the building blocks to boosting your F&B revenue - without overstretching your existing team?

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Europeans want to travel, but less than a year ago

Hospitality Today

A recent report by the European Travel Commission sheds light on the changing behaviors of European travelers

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Expedia's searches for autumn escapes are up

Hospitality Today

Flight searches for fall are up 15% and hotel searches increased 20% compared to fall 2022

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ABM Success Recipe: Mastering the Crawl, Walk, Run Approach

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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Despegar reports record Q2

Hospitality Today

The Latin America OTA reported a 16% increase to gross bookings of $1.

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