Hotel Business
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG Hotels & Resorts) reported global RevPAR increased 3% for full-year 2024 vs. 2023, with a year-over-year increase of 4.6% for the fourth quarter. RevPAR for the Americas was up 2.5% for the year (up 4.6% in Q4), with U.S. RevPAR up 1.7% for the year, accelerating from 0.6% in the first half to 2.6% in the second half.
Hotel Designs
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
Hotel Designs Breaking news IHG Hotels & Resorts acquires Ruby! Breaking news IHG Hotels & Resorts acquires Ruby! InterContinental Hotels Group PLC (IHG) has announced the acquisition of premium urban lifestyle brand Ruby, its 20th brand, as it targets global expansion… Established in 2013, the Ruby brand currently operates 20 hotels (3,483 rooms) in major cities across Europe and has another 10 pipeline hotels (2,235 rooms).
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Hotel Management
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has acquired premium urban lifestyle brand, Ruby, for 110.5 million (~AU$181.5m) from Ruby SARL, as part of a master franchise and development agreement. Established in 2013, the Ruby brand 20 th brand in the IHG portfolio currently operates 20 hotels (3,483 rooms) in major cities across Europe and has another 10 pipeline hotels (2,235 rooms).
Skift Blog
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
Skift Take: The real challenge for MakeMyTrip isnt just building an end-to-end travel company its making sure the experience is actually seamless. Can it truly integrate flights, hotels, ground transport, and everything else into one frictionless journey? Thats the test that will define its success or failure.
Speaker: Matt Sunshine, CEO at The Center for Sales Strategy
AI isn’t replacing salespeople—it’s empowering them. The most forward-thinking sales organizations are using AI to enhance human performance rather than eliminate it. From coaching and messaging to prospecting and pipeline accountability, artificial intelligence is giving managers and SDRs the new tools they need to work smarter, sell better, and close more.
Hotel Management
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
Ovolo Hotels is set to harness the power of artificial intelligence to elevate marketing efforts through a strategic partnership with innovative marketing group Nodal. A trailblazer in the digital marketing landscape, Nodal brings expertise in AI optimisation, utilising advanced data analytics and machine learning algorithms. Using AI to understating personas in a deeper way, Nodal can craft targeted campaigns to the right audience at the right time.
Lodging
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
What are the benefits of American hotel lodging certifications for professionals in the hospitality industry? First, Id like to congratulate the new president of AHLA, Rosanna Maietta. Her leadership marks an exciting chapter for the organization, and I look forward to working to support Rosanna and the association in continuing to advance the hospitality industry.
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Lodging
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
CHARLOTTE, North CarolinaExtended Stay America announced the opening of the Extended Stay America Premier Suites Bradenton. This is the latest development in Extended Stay America Premier Suites continued growth and its 20th Floridian property. Over the past year, Extended Stay America has doubled the number of franchise owners across its family of brands.
Skift Blog
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
Skift Take: IHG's latest franchising deal underscores how there's distribution pressure on independent hotel brands to join forces with the largest hotel groups.
Webrezpro
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
Big-brand hotels and independent properties offer different guest experiences, and thats the way it should be. Some travelers enjoy the familiarity and predictability of an international chain, while others are attracted to the unique local experiences provided by smaller lodgings like inns and B&Bs. Others could go either way!
Skift Blog
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
Skift Take: The UK's aviation industry could be flying into a sustainable aviation fuel supply crisis without a solid plan to ramp up production.
Speaker: Brendan Sweeney, VP of Global Sales and David Phelan, Account Executive
In a world where buyers are more informed and objections are more nuanced, confidence isn't optional—it’s a competitive advantage. In high-stakes conversations, knowing how to handle pushback can make or break the deal. Join industry experts Brendan Sweeney and David Phelan for a behind-the-scenes look at how teams are transforming sales coaching with real-time feedback, objection-handling role plays, and pre-call preparation that actually sticks.
Hotel Designs
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
Hotel Designs Lorenzo Maraviglia appointed General Manager of Auberge Resorts Collections Collegio alla Querce Lorenzo Maraviglia appointed General Manager of Auberge Resorts Collections Collegio alla Querce Collegio alla Querce, Auberge Resorts Collections first Italian location, has announced the appointment of Lorenzo Maraviglia, a Tuscan-born industry-leading hospitality expert, as the new General Manager of the property ahead of its highly anticipated debut in March… Collegio alla Que
Skift Blog
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
Skift Take: Most U.S. travelers are looking for warm weather and affordable destinations during this year's spring break, and the Sunshine State tops the list of destinations in a new forecast.
eHotelier
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
AI represents a myriad of tools that can be deployed iteratively to attain operational improvements to all stages of the guest journey, from better merchandising of experiences at the booking or prearrival phases through to onsite facility management and post-stay loyalty.
Skift Blog
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
Skift Take: All of the sudden, the deal is showing some life. If the UK ultimately approves it next month, the acquisition would still have to get past a Department of Justice lawsuit seeking to kill it.
Speaker: Beth Sunshine, SVP, Up Your Culture
When culture isn’t consistently lived out across the organization, engagement suffers—and it often starts with a disconnect at the top. In this session, Beth Sunshine, SVP of Up Your Culture at The Center for Sales Strategy, will reveal how HR and executive leaders can close the gap between vision and execution by equipping frontline and mid-level managers to become culture carriers.
Hotel News Resource
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
The future of travel is arriving faster than you think. and it will be powered by the convergence of generative artificial intelligence and digital identity.
Skift Blog
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
Skift Take: On todays pod, we talk about IHGs new acquisition, UK airlines fuel problem, and a nearing business travel mega merger.
Hotel News Resource
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
Six Senses has launched a comprehensive female wellness program designed to create a holistic approach to women's health that focuses on hormonal and metabolic balance.
Skift Blog
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
Skift Take: Post takeover by Tatas, Air India is rapidly expanding operations to capture international traffic from India. Hope the supply delays for new aircraft and retrofits don't put a damper on its plans.
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
Hotel Designs
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
Hotel Designs Redefining spaces with Liang & Eimil surfaces Redefining spaces with Liang & Eimil surfaces In hospitality design, surfaces have to be enduring, stylish and functional which is no easy feat. Here, luxury furniture, lighting and accessories brand, Liang & Eimil, shares its best practice for getting surface design right… In hospitality dining spaces, guests and staff interact with a multitude of surfaces, from the tables they dine at to the counters and bars wher
Skift Blog
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
Skift Take: In todays briefing, we discuss the airport lounge arms race, TravelPerks new money, and Thailands TV hopes.
Hotel Designs
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
Hotel Designs Meli Hotels International pipeline and plans for 2025 Meli Hotels International pipeline and plans for 2025 Meli Hotels International has reinforced its commitment to quality tourism with plans to accelerate its growth this year with a focus on Premium and Luxury segments. Here’s what we know… As the company continues to consolidate its leadership Meli is anticipating a pivotal year for tourism in 2025.
Hotel Business
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
Enseo has appointed David Goldstone as president, hospitality. He will help execute Enseos vision and strategic direction as the company continues to offer customer-centric solutions for hospitality, including interactive guestroom entertainment, managed WiFi, smart room controls and employee safety devices. The addition of David to the team is an especially exciting development for Enseo and our customers alike, said Brian Gurley, CEO of Enseo.
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MEWS
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
What is a hotel reviewer? At its core, a hotel reviewer is someone who stays at a hotel to provide an honest, unbiased evaluation of their experience. From the moment you check in to the time you check out, a hotel reviewer assesses everything from the quality of service to the cleanliness of the room, the comfort of the amenities, and even the location's appeal.
Hospitality Tech
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
Industry vet most recently served as CEO of Another Broken Egg Cafe.
SiteMinder
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
What is the Federal Trade Commission? The Federal Trade Commission is an independent agency of the US government that works to ensure economic competition between businesses and protect consumers from unjust practices. Also known as the FTC, the agency is headquartered in Washington, DC and is led by five commissioners, who generally serve seven year terms, decided upon by the president and confirmed by the senate.
Hospitality Tech
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
Technology solutions provider adds new enterprise brands while maintaining 98.6% client retention.
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!
SiteMinder
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
What is eco-friendly tourism? Eco-friendly tourism is a form of travel that minimises environmental impact of the tourism industry, protecting natural resources and supporting local communities. It can be tricky to define the term eco tourism for hotels, because it can mean so many different things. One eco tourism definition focuses on reducing waste, another seeks to maintain local ecosystems, and another again might be focused on the cultural heritage of an area.
Hospitality Tech
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
Nemacolin and Hapi prove that the right collaboration can turn technology into a guest-centric advantage.
eHotelier
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
VisitEngland has today Wednesday 12 February launched its Tourism Superstar 2025 competition with the public encouraged to get involved and cast their vote.
Hospitality Tech
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
This messaging protocol holds the promise of supercharging - and possibly even replacing - the value of the SMS (short message service) format marketers have grown to know and love.
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