Thu.Aug 17, 2023

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Domestic U.S. Tourism Growth Levels Off as Americans Head Overseas

Skift Blog

Skift Take: If U.S. domestic tourism businesses want to hold on to the post-pandemic gains with Americans, they better upgrade their marketing strategies and experience offerings.

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Lakeside Motel in Wisconsin adopts Hotelogix to digitize operations and drive growth

Hospitality Net

Hotelogix, a globally leading cloud-based hospitality technology provider, said that Lakeside Motel in Wisconsin Dells, United States, has adopted its Cloud Hotel Property Management System (Hotel PMS) to automate and streamline daily operations while reducing software ownership costs. The property also aims to leverage Hotelogix-powered digitization to drive growth and stay competitive.

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We Tried the Travel Plugins on ChatGPT Plus: What Worked, What Didn’t

Skift Blog

Skift Take: While the ChatGPT Plus platform is not reliable even when plugged into real-time data from travel websites, the setup bring users another step toward the future of travel planning and booking.

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International Travel Pushes Portuguese Hotel Bookings to New Heights

Hospitality Net

Building international booking volumes remain the driving force behind Portugal’s booming summer of travel. This is according to new data from SiteMinder, the world’s leading open hotel commerce platform. So far in August, over 77% of the reservations made to Portuguese hotels have come from foreign guests, compared to 75% in August last year and 64% in 2021.

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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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Air India’s Cabin Upgrades Take Shape: How it Plans to Fix Passenger Experience

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Air India has opened its checkbook to offer a contemporary experience, one it hopes will dissuade passengers from flying one-stop via the Middle East or Far-East Asia when it is ready with its offering — Rashaad Jorden Read the Complete Story On Skift

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Accor signs third hotel with Sarin Hotels

Hospitality Net

ustralia and New Zealand’s largest hotel operator, is thrilled to announce a signing agreement with Sarin Hotels to open a second The Sebel hotel in Wellington - The Sebel Wellington Thorndon - following the successful opening of The Sebel Wellington Lower Hutt in May this year.

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Best Practices for Selecting a Commercial Interior Design Firm for Your Next Hotel Development

Hospitality Net

Choosing the right hospitality interior design firm is of utmost importance for the success of any hotel development project. Whether it’s an intimate setting or large-scale property, boutique hotel or extensive resort, branded or independent, the stories told through design have the power to connect people to places and to evoke emotion and meaning.The interior design of a hotel plays a pivotal role in creating a truly one-of-a- kind environment that can transform a space and tell a story in ev

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Hong Kong Gains as Skift Travel Health Index Dips – Latest Update

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Global travel declined from June to July, similar to the downward trend we saw this time last year. Hong Kong was the only country with an uptick in Skift's Travel Health Index.

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The Hotel Maria Announces December 2023 Opening in Helsinki

Hospitality Net

The Hotel Maria will redefine Nordic hospitality when it opens its doors in the heart of Helsinki on December 15, 2023 as a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts’ prestigious Legend Collection. Nestled in the historic Kruununhaka district, The Hotel Maria is a destination in its own right with 117 spacious rooms, including 38 luxurious suites, alongside two elegant restaurants and bars, a ballroom, chapel and state-of-the-art spa and wellness facilities, as well as a destination boutique featurin

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Despegar Is Opening Stores in Brazil and Argentina

Skift Blog

Skift Take: You probably won't see many credit card machines at Despegar's stores or booths in Argentina. But you will see travelers with cash.

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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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RMS Cloud and Atomize Join Forces to Revolutionise Hotel Revenue Management

Hospitality Net

RMS Cloud, a leading provider of cloud-based property management systems, and Atomize, an innovative revenue management platform, are thrilled to announce their strategic integration, ushering in a new era of hotel revenue management.

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Review: test driving AirAsia’s Superapp for business and leisure travellers

Hotel Management

These days there is an app for everything. Communication, travel, networking, education, e-commerce, news, finance and so much more. I’m waiting for the app that makes a cappuccino on your smartphone. But hey, maybe it’s out there and I’ve missed it. One airline, Southeast Asia’s AirAsia, is certainly having a go at designing ‘the app to end all apps’ with their imperiously named Superapp.

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Otro Oaxaca: For Travelers, Not Tourists

Hospitality Net

Travelers are invited to explore Oaxaca from the inside out at Grupo Habita’s newest project, Otro Oaxaca, opening this August. Whether descending into the underground spa, sharing meals on the rooftop terrace, unwinding in a multistory suite, or discovering the maze of streets beyond, it’s about slowing down and going with the flow, embracing the unknown, and seeing Oaxaca "another" way—the Mexican way.

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Words of wisdom from HM Awards Innovative Collaboration winner Ovolo Hotels

Hotel Management

The countdown is on to the 2023 HM Awards , with nominations now open to determine the top properties, people and projects in the region. HM caught up with Ovolo’s Group Director of Marketing, Stephen Howard, to discuss the group’s 2022 HM Awards Innovative Collaboration win for the ‘Ride Here. Ride Now.’ campaign. Tell us about the award win and what it meant to Ovolo Hotels?

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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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RMS Cloud and Atomize Join Forces in Complete 2-Way Integration Endeavor

Hospitality Net

Atomize has finalized the 2-way integration with the property management system RMS Cloud which means hotels using RMS Cloud can now sign up with Atomize revenue management software and enjoy the benefits of price automation to increase operational efficiency and improve revenues.

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Exclusive video: why Jackson Hole is one of America’s hottest alpine destinations

Hotel Management

Jackson Hole Mountain Resort in Wyoming is high on the list of destinations for skiers and boarders each season thanks to its legendary cable cars, powder filled runs, luxurious hotels and the stunning greater ecosystems of Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks. This magical destination in Wyoming, also known for its cowboy culture, has some of the best winter and summer mountain activities in America, from legendary ski runs to epic mountain biking and once you’ve slid through powder just

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1033-key Jabal Omar Jumeirah Opening later this year

Hospitality Net

The hotel is a component of the expansive Jabal Omar Project. This grand endeavor encompasses 16 hotels, over 13,000 keys, 40 towers, with a goal to attract two million hotel guests each year. Furthermore, the project aims to accommodate up to 100,000 visitors daily during the Hajj and Umrah pilgrimages.

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Accor signs third hotel deal with Sarin to add a new Sebel in Wellington

Hotel Management

Accor has signed an agreement with Sarin Hotels to open a second The Sebel property in Wellington, further increasing the brand’s presence in New Zealand. Located at 172 Thorndon Quay in Wellington’s central suburb of Piptea, The Sebel Wellington Thorndon is set to open in September 2023 and it follows the debut of The Sebel Wellington Lower Hutt in May this year.

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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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372-Room Westin Atlanta Perimeter North Announces Completion of Multi-Million Renovation

Hospitality Net

The Westin Atlanta Perimeter North today announced the completion of a multi-million renovation that touched on all aspects of the hotel, including public spaces, guest rooms/suites and a new café and marketplace called Perimeter Provisions. The improvements also added cabanas with firepits for dining alfresco to the hotel’s SAVOR Patio. The hotel is operated by HEI Hotel & Resorts, a leading hospitality investment and management company.

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Ramada Resort by Wyndham Port Douglas partners with National Indigenous Training Academy

Hotel Management

Ramada Resort by Wyndham Port Douglas has signed a partnership with the National Indigenous Training Academy (NITA) to provide traineeship placements to First Nations students seeking a career in hospitality. The placement gives young people completing certificate qualifications in hospitality and tourism through NITA – part of Voyages Indigenous Tourism Australia – a practical taste of the industry, where Ramada Port Douglas will offer experience in both food and beverage, housekeeping and else

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Hilton Develops Innovative Cocktail Program for Newest Lifestyle Brand

Hospitality Net

With consumer demand for non-alcoholic cocktails on the rise, Hilton is debuting a leading-edge beverage program for its newest lifestyle brand, Tempo by Hilton, designed to provide an uncompromised bar experience to the modern traveler.

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Construction set to begin on Mooloolaba’s new $250 million Avani hotel

Hotel Management

Construction of the long-awaited, AU$250 million Avani Hotel in Mooloolaba, Queensland is set to start in September in a major boost for tourism to the Sunshine Coast. Sunshine Coast Council has given the green light to the 13-storey, 4.5-star hotel, with the finalisation of development approvals for the key project that “will help boost the local economy through the creation of jobs and bring tourists to the region”, according to Councillor Joe Natoli.

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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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Los Angeles Leads in Meetings and Events Volume for July, according to Knowland

Hospitality Net

Knowland, the world’s leading provider of data-as-a-service insights on meetings and events for hospitality, reports Los Angeles-Long Beach moved up to the lead spot in the U.S. over Chicago for July 2023. This is the first time this year that the Los Angeles market took the lead in event volume. Overall U.S. meeting and event volume for July 2023 was up 22.1 percent over July 2022.

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Blackstone Is Back Buying Hotels in Japan: Top Stories in Hotels

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Blackstone is once again looking to acquire Japanese hotels, IHG debuted its newest brand, and Hyatt gave details on its latest brand. Plus, other highlights from this week's news in hotel deals and development worldwide.

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U.S. hotel results for week ending 12 August

Hospitality Net

U.S. hotel performance declined from the previous week but showed mostly positive comparisons year over year, according to CoStar’s latest data through 12 August. CoStar is a leading provider of online real estate marketplaces, information and analytics in the property markets.

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IHG Has a New Hotel Brand for the Middle Class

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Today's edition of Skift's daily podcast looks closer at IHG’s new brand, Booking Holding’s European concessions, and a JetBlue-Spirit Air timeline.

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Beyond The Meeting Room: Luxury Magazine Resource

Escape into a world of luxury and dive into the future of tech, fun takes on the American pastime, and many inspirational individuals. With engaging reports on fashion, food, travel, finance, sports, and more, download now and enjoy the read!

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Some Hilton hotels to bring back daily housekeeping. See how other hotel policies compare.

Hospitality Net

Hotels have been adjusting their housekeeping policies post-COVID lockdowns, with various brands shifting toward an opt-in model that provides daily housekeeping only to guests who request it.

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Skift Global Forum Should Be Your Team’s 2023 Offsite Destination

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Maximize the learnings (and the savings) by taking the whole team to Skift Global Forum in New York City next month.

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Achieving the Warmth of True Hospitality

Hospitality Net

A smart observer once noted the difference between “service” and “hospitality” is the difference between being “well-run” and being “well-loved.” While it is a fine accomplishment to earn a guest’s, “They always do a nice job,” endorsement, it is far better to inspire an effusive, “I absolutely LOVE that property – their team understands us and always provides just the right touch at the right time.

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James Latham continues support for Rycotewood Colleage

Hotel Designs

Hotel Designs James Latham continues support for Rycotewood Colleage James Latham continues support for Rycotewood Colleage James Latham is on a mission to empower student creativity by supplying HIMACS and Valchromat for 2023 Rycotewood College competition on colour and curve – and it’s not for the first time… For the second-year running , James Latham is supporting Rycotewood College in its student competition focused on colour and curve in furniture design.

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How Intent Data Helps Marketers Convert A-List Accounts

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.