Skift Blog

JUNE 5, 2023

Skift Take: Today's edition of Skift's daily podcast looks closer at U.S. tourists in the UK, female business travelers, and hotels' profitability challenges.

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Lodging

JUNE 5, 2023

BETHESDA, Maryand—Marriott International, Inc. announced, in connection with the 2023 NYU International Hospitality Industry Investment Conference, its plans to expand in the affordable midscale lodging segment, following its recent entry with City Express by Marriott in Latin America. Consistent with the company’s approach to regionally relevant lodging products for every purpose, Marriott is announcing its plans to launch a new brand, which has not yet been named but is currently being referre

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Hotel Management

JUNE 5, 2023

Accor will introduce Australia’s second Handwritten Collection hotel next week with the opening of 82-bedroom Hotel Morris on June 14. The boutique hotel takes residence at an iconic Italian renaissance building on Sydney’s Pitt Street which first opened in 1929 and held the title of Australia’s tallest hotel for 34 years. The 82 guest rooms – with six ensuite varities – take inspiration from the art deco era as well as Australia’s landscape with golden mustard tones and Jarrah wood accent

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Hotel Business

JUNE 5, 2023

By Jeff Bzdawka It was inevitable. Even as we hope to see the pandemic in the rearview mirror, we are only just beginning to see its impact on society, business and future generations. One potential upheaval is looming in commercial real estate. Today hoteliers, asset managers and owners are tasked with navigating one of history’s most significant market shifts.

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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

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eHotelier

JUNE 5, 2023

Expedia best practice guide for hoteliers - Insights - Insights In order to benefit from Expedia in the best possible way, you should consider some important aspects and set yourself up in the best possible way.

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Hotel News Resource

JUNE 5, 2023

The hotel distribution landscape is facing potential transformation, driven in part by the entry of fintech and big banks. As the industry looks ahead, several other key factors such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), data privacy, regulatory changes, and evolving distribution channels could shape the strategies of global hotel distribution. I explored these trends and their implications for the current and future state of hotel distribution with HSMAI’s Global Distribution Advisory Board

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Skift Blog

JUNE 5, 2023

Skift Take: As a Booking.com survey shows, the travel industry has far to go before it can truly claim inclusivity and a travel economy that values LGBTQ+ travelers.

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Hospitality Net

JUNE 5, 2023

Accor, a world-leading hospitality group, and the second largest developer and operator of branded residences globally, today provided an update on the progress of its fast-growing, branded residences business line. Currently, Accor is welcoming residents home at some 40 branded residence communities around the world, with another 100+ projects under development, across 20 distinct brand collections.

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Skift Blog

JUNE 5, 2023

Skift Take: We’re doubling down on our coverage of one of the most dynamic sectors in travel with the Short-Term Rental Report — a smart, concise premium newsletter designed to keep you up-to-date on the latest market news.

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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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Hotel Business

JUNE 5, 2023

Marriott International Inc. has revealed plans to further expand in the affordable midscale lodging segment with the launch of a new midscale extended-stay brand, which has not yet been named but is currently being referred to as Project MidX Studios. The brand is intended to deliver reasonably priced modern comfort for guests seeking longer stay accommodations in the U.S. & Canada, the company reports.

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Hotel News Resource

JUNE 5, 2023

Park Hotels & Resorts Inc. (NYSE:PK) today announced that, starting in June, it ceased making payments toward the $725 million non - recourse CMBS loan which is scheduled to mature in November 2023, and is secured by two of its San Francisco hotels - the 1,921 - room Hilton San Francisco Union Square and the 1,024 - room Parc 55 San Francisco.

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Lodging

JUNE 5, 2023

LODGING is LIVE at the 2023 NYU International Hospitality Industry Investment Conference. Find our show coverage here. The revitalized travel industry, both domestic and international, was a major talking point of “The CEOs Check In” session at the 45th Annual NYU International Hospitality Industry Investment Conference. Moderated by CNBC Anchor Sara Eisen, the panel discussion convened top hospitality executives to share industry observations and best practices in brand leadership.

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MediaBoom

JUNE 5, 2023

The travel and tourism sector is currently undergoing significant expansion, with companies fiercely vying for customer attention. In fact, in 2022, this industry made an astounding 7.6% contribution to the global GDP , demonstrating an impressive 22% surge compared to the previous year. To thrive in this highly competitive environment, it is vital to set your brand apart through the implementation of impactful travel content marketing.

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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.

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Hospitality Net

JUNE 5, 2023

Hotels rely on technology to provide the best guest experience and address new challenges big and small, but responsibly leveraging their investment in technology requires a concerted effort. A large part of realizing the benefits of the tech stack is ensuring that stakeholders and users are engaged in doing the work to achieve the desired benefits.

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Hotel Designs

JUNE 5, 2023

Hotel Designs MEET UP North 2023 panel announced MEET UP North 2023 panel announced Tickets are now on sale for MEET UP North, Hotel Designs’ networking event that takes place inside YOTEL Manchester on July 6. The highlight of the evening will be an immersive panel discussion on ‘blurring the boundaries between spaces’ Editor Hamish Kilburn has all the details… On July 6, Hotel Designs will be taking over YOTEL Manchester for MEET UP North.

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Skift Blog

JUNE 5, 2023

Skift Take: Frontdesk's acquisition of Zencity highlights a consolidation trend among property managers, but also the very fragmented nature of the sector.

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Hospitality Net

JUNE 5, 2023

Short-term rental Hosts — who host on a range of channels, including Airbnb — make up nearly one-quarter of all EU tourist accommodation supply. Hosting is an integral part of the EU’s tourism offer and is an economic lifeline for everyday Europeans across the bloc – helping Hosts afford rising living costs, and guests access affordable travel options across the EU.

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Skift Blog

JUNE 5, 2023

Marriott International said on Monday it would expand into the "affordable midscale" hotel category in North America with its 32nd brand.

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eHotelier

JUNE 5, 2023

Marriott International, Inc. announced today, in connection with the 2023 NYU International Hospitality Industry Investment Conference, its plans to further expand in the affordable midscale lodging segment, following its recent entry into the segment with City Express by Marriott in Latin America. Consistent with the company’s approach to meeting the needs of guests with regionally relevant lodging products for every stay purpose, Marriott is announcing its plans to launch a new brand, which ha

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Skift Blog

JUNE 5, 2023

Skift Take: Marriott CEO Anthony Capuano has decentralized some decision-making to help the company move faster in its development growth goals. He's also looking to add products adjacent to hotels, amplifying its loyalty program.

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Hospitality Net

JUNE 5, 2023

European tourism leaders have met to advance shared plans for the sector’s future. The 68th meeting of the UNWTO Regional Commission for Europe (31 May – 2 June, Sofia, Bulgaria), assessed the current state of tourism in the region while also recognizing the vital importance of education, jobs and investments for a more inclusive and sustainable future.

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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.

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eZee Absolute

JUNE 5, 2023

Introduction In an industry as competitive and dynamic as hospitality, understanding the factors that drive profitability is crucial for the success of any hotel business. Improving your hotel’s bottom line starts with enhancing its profitability. But is it that easy to analyze the profitability of your property? Well, yes and no. Hotel profitability analysis is a multifaceted approach that considers revenue generation, cost management, and operational efficiency.

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Hospitality Net

JUNE 5, 2023

The city’s most symbolic five-star luxury hotel returns as the centrepiece of Thailand’s hospitality and reopens its doors to provide guests with unparalleled luxury experiences and elegant designs inspired by Thailand’s rich culture.

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Hotel Designs

JUNE 5, 2023

Hotel Designs Granorte launches online room visualiser Granorte launches online room visualiser Granorte has introduced an online room visualiser, making it’s easy for architects, designers and end-users to see just how Granorte cork floors and Delivering Nature cork wall and floors make spaces more beautiful… The Granorte room visualiser tool lets visitors try out the entire collection.

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Hospitality Net

JUNE 5, 2023

Stayntouch, a global leader in cloud hotel property management systems (PMS) and guest-centric technology, today announced a partnership with Waikiki Malia, a popular hotel offering a contemporary retreat in the heart of Waikiki, Hawaii. Waikiki Malia chose Stayntouch to deliver its intuitive cloud PMS to empower staff, streamline operations, and elevate service.

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Hospitality Tech

JUNE 5, 2023

Jenna Keith-Birney, Director of Back of House and Above Store Technology, Taco Bell, Irvine, Calif., received the 2023 Top Women in Restaurant Technology Innovator Award at MURTEC 2023.

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Hospitality Net

JUNE 5, 2023

Weekly U.S. hotel occupancy (66.8%) exceeded the matched week last year by a slim margin of 0.4 percentage points (ppts) with an expected dip week over week (-0.7ppts) ahead of the Memorial Day holiday. While generally unchanged for the week, there were changes by day of week pointing to stronger mid-week occupancy and softer weekend occupancy compared to last year.

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Hotel Designs

JUNE 5, 2023

Hotel Designs Everything we know about Mandarin Oriental Athens Everything we know about Mandarin Oriental Athens Mandarin Oriental just dropped a bomb on the hotel design industry with the announcement that it will open a new hotel in Athens in 2027. Here’s what we know… Up until now, details on Mandarin Oriental’s second arrival in Greece have been a tightly guarded secret.

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