Sun.May 14, 2023

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Interview: Expedia CEO on How Its AI Rollouts Would Be Impossible for Prior Regimes

Skift Blog

Skift Take: First-mover advantage from online travel companies in generative AI might not hold up over the long-term. The chessboard may get overturned. Still, getting out there first doesn't hurt.

Travel 330
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Why Every Hotel Company Wants an Extended Stay Brand Now

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Forget spas and cocktail bars. Indoor kitchens are the must-have perk at U.S. hotels now. Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt, and Wyndham are smart to bet that the long-stay trend will be here for the long term.

Branding 312
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India Daily: Sabre Data Suggests Aviation’s Strong Growth Potential

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Skift Take: Sabre highlighted the market's growth potential. But it is contingent on the government's commitment to the aviation sector, including a $12 billion investment.

Marketing 278
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Hotel Groups Rebalance Portfolios to Shift Upmarket for Pricing Power

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Skift Take: Inflation? What inflation? Pricing power and a shift upmarket are putting global hotel groups in a strong position long-term.

Hotels 275
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Welcome to the Future of Hospitality: Smart Rooms Start Here

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