Skift Blog
JULY 5, 2024
Skift Take: After a snap U.K. election, the results are in. A landslide for the Labour party means aviation pledges should soon turn into practice. The industry will be watching.
Anthony Cole Training
JULY 5, 2024
Remember the tagline and series of commercials by American Express, “Don't leave home without it?” In this case, we don't want salespeople to leave the office without pre-call planning and pre-call preparation. This is a specific discipline, a hallmark and habit of all great salespeople.
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Skift Blog
JULY 5, 2024
Hear how mid-sized cities are becoming the new hotspots for July 4th getaways and about the shifting dynamics in the short-term rental market.
MediaBoom
JULY 5, 2024
With the global events industry set to hit $2.1 trillion by 2032 , the need for standout event planner websites is growing. In the current digital landscape, establishing a robust online presence is crucial for any business, and event planners are no exception. So, what defines a winning Event Planner Website Design? A polished and professional website design achieves this by seamlessly blending captivating visuals with clear information about your services, experience, and client testimonials.
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.
Skift Blog
JULY 5, 2024
Skift Take: There was a lot of variety in this group of startups: flying taxis, skiing tours, renewable jet fuel, loyalty, pest control, luggage, and a new travel media brand.
Hotel News Resource
JULY 5, 2024
With slightly over three weeks until the start of Paris 2024, SiteMinder, the name behind the only software platform that unlocks the full revenue potential of hotels, has analysed hotel arrivals during the Olympics period (26 July to August 11), and compared them to the same dates last year.
Hotel Sales Focus brings together the best content for hotel sales and marketing professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Hotel Business
JULY 5, 2024
The Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) Americas recently held its first Commercial Strategy Conference, which took place from June 25-26, in Charlotte. The sold-out event, an evolution of HSMAI’s Marketing Strategy Conference and HSMAI ROC, brought together a record 860 industry professionals from 152 unique hotel brands and management companies, and more than 40 partner companies, from across the hospitality sector to explore the latest trends, strategies and inno
Skift Blog
JULY 5, 2024
Skift Take: While the extended-stay hotel boom may be more of a slow burn than a supernova, hotel brands with patience and deep pockets may find the long-term rewards to be substantial.
Hotelier Magazine
JULY 5, 2024
TORONTO — More than 9,000 LCBO workers represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU) are now on strike after talks broke down at the bargaining table yesterday. All 669 retail locations will close for a period of 14 days. On July 19, if a deal hasn’t been reached by the two sides, just 32 LCBO stores will open province-wide for in-store shopping but will only operate on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays with limited hours.
Skift Blog
JULY 5, 2024
Skift Take: Ixigo's got it figured out: Why go superapp when you have loyal users? Ixigo's multi-brand, multi-app strategy meets all travel needs and makes cross-selling easy. No one-size-fits-all solution needed.
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.
Hospitality Tech
JULY 5, 2024
By enrolling in both programs and linking accounts, members can earn Marriott Bonvoy points and Starbucks Stars and be on their way toward free stays and coffee as well as access to curated travel experiences.
Hotel Designs
JULY 5, 2024
Hotel Designs WOW!house panel discussion: the hotel bathroom – creating tangible experiences WOW!house panel discussion: the hotel bathroom – creating tangible experiences The unveiling of the House of Rohl bathroom in the WOW!house 2024 provided the perfect platform for an evening of networking, celebration and conversation… Following a series of successful design partnerships in previous WOW!
Hospitality Tech
JULY 5, 2024
By enrolling in both programs and linking accounts, members can earn Marriott Bonvoy points and Starbucks Stars and be on their way toward free stays and coffee as well as access to curated travel experiences.
Hotel Designs
JULY 5, 2024
Hotel Designs Introducing InterContinental Crete Introducing InterContinental Crete InterContinental has made its Greek Island debut with a modern Mediterranean escape overlooking Mirabello Bay. We stepped inside for a closer look… InterContinental Crete has opened its doors as the inaugural property for InterContinental Hotels & Resorts in the Greek Islands.
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.
Hotelogix
JULY 5, 2024
Reservation software for a small hotel is like a helpful assistant that makes booking rooms easier. It lets hotels manage bookings, shows room availability online, and keep track of guest details. It's handy for guests too, letting them book rooms directly on the hotel's website. What is hotel reservation software for small hotels? Hotel reservation software for small hotels is like a super helper that makes booking rooms easy and keeps guests happy.
Hotel Business
JULY 5, 2024
The U.S. hotel industry reported higher performance results from the previous week and positive comparisons year-over-year (YOY), according to CoStar’s latest data through June 29. June 23-29 (percentage change from comparable week in 2023): Occupancy: 71.9% (+3.2%) ADR: $162.81 (+3.6%) RevPAR: $117.13 (+6.9%) Among the top 25 markets, Minneapolis saw the highest YOY increases in each of the three key performance metrics: occupancy (+20.1% to 74.8%), ADR (+15.7% to $150.42) and RevPAR (+39.0% to
Hotel News Resource
JULY 5, 2024
The U.S. hotel industry reported higher performance results from the previous week and positive comparisons year over year, according to CoStar's latest data through 29 June.
Hotel Business
JULY 5, 2024
Detroit-based developer Sterling Group and the Detroit Regional Convention Facility Authority (DRCFA) have revealed that a new, 600-room JW Marriott is under construction at Water Square, the site of the former Joe Louis Arena. The hotel will be connected to the Huntington Place Convention Center via a skybridge. “This connected hotel will change the hospitality landscape in the City of Detroit and allow for Huntington Place to attract more and larger conventions,” said Danny Samson,
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 News Resource
JULY 5, 2024
Key Trends: Operators keep daily rates elevated as a result of limited supply, elevated demand and rising labour costs - Major global operators continue to expand aggressively, with increased emphasis on lifestyle brands
Bookassist
JULY 5, 2024
Hotel Trends for Q2 are now available. You can find Q1 trends here. This data is powered by Bookassist Intelligence. Retrieve trends, insights, and data from key markets in Europe, including direct revenue, part of ad campaign performance, ROI achieved across the European market, and more for Spain, Ireland, Germany, Austria, Poland, Czech Republic, France, and Italy.
Hotel News Resource
JULY 5, 2024
The sold-out event, an evolution of HSMAI's Marketing Strategy Conference and HSMAI ROC, brought together a record-breaking 860 industry professionals from 152 unique hotel brands and management companies, and more than 40 partner companies
Hotel Business
JULY 5, 2024
Cloudbeds has released its 2024 State of Independent Lodging Report , which spotlighted key developments expected to reshape the travel industry this year, including new spins on experiential travel, the rising popularity of inflation-busting travel hacks and a growing demand for new skills among next-generation hoteliers. “The economy seems poised to dodge a recession again this year, but that doesn’t mean it’s smooth sailing for hotels,” said Adam Harris, cofounder/CEO, Cloudbeds. “
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
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Hotel News Resource
JULY 5, 2024
U.S. hotel RevPAR rose 4% year over year (YoY) in May, following a 1.9% increase in April, marking the second consecutive month of growth after a slow Q1. Occupancy also grew for the second month in a row (+1.0 percentage points [ppts]), which was the largest gain since March 2023.
Hotelier Magazine
JULY 5, 2024
HENDERSONVILLE, Tenn. — Global performance was the bright spot this week with sports and concerts in full swing. Highlights of the week’s report included the Juneteenth holiday calendar shift, which impacted U.S. performance across the board; RevPAR declines reported across all chain scales; and EURO 2024, Formula One and Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour lifted cities across Europe.
Hotel News Resource
JULY 5, 2024
Article - Scandic to Convert Office Space into Hotels in Gothenburg and Umeå - Scandic has signed a long-term lease agreement for two new Scandic Go hotels in central Gothenburg and Umeå.
Hotel News Resource
JULY 5, 2024
Article - Vietnamese Travel & Tourism Set for a Record 2024 - GDP, jobs, and domestic visitor spending to exceed pre-pandemic levels
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!
Hotel News Resource
JULY 5, 2024
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) 2024 Economic Impact Research (EIR) forecasts a record-breaking year for Travel & Tourism in the Philippines, with its economic contribution, job numbers, and visitor spending all set to reach new highs.
Hotel News Resource
JULY 5, 2024
Article - HVS Asia Pacific Hospitality Newsletter - Week Ending 28 June 2024 - Weekly Hotel Industry Asia Pacific News Roundup from HVS
Hotel News Resource
JULY 5, 2024
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) yesterday announced an agreement with M Hospitality to open Hilton Marjan Island Beach Resort & Spa in Ras Al Khaimah, the UAE's northernmost emirate.
Hotel News Resource
JULY 5, 2024
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the opening of DoubleTree by Hilton Nice Centre Iconic, a stylish and modern hotel nestled on the picturesque French Riviera.
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