Skift Blog
APRIL 28, 2024
Skift Take: Gen Z has made boasting about good sleep its most recent flex. And the travel sector has followed suit, using science to cater to vacationers of all ages looking to get some precious shut-eye.
Hospitality Net
APRIL 1, 2024
The signing ceremony was graced by His Royal Highness, Tuanku Raja Muda of Perlis and Chairman of Westfield Global Sdn Bhd (centre) joined by Dato’ Yeoh Yih Sean, Director of Westfield Global Sdn Bhd (on his left), Mr. Kevin Chen, Senior Vice President Hotel Development, Asia Pacific Marriott International (on his right) and witnessed by esteemed Directors from Westfield Global Sdn Bhd and representatives from Marriott International.
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Lodging
APRIL 15, 2024
When Kenneth Fearn entered the lodging industry a couple of decades ago, many of the diversity and inclusion programs that now exist were just getting their start and consequently were of little help. Nevertheless, armed with a strong financial background and an intense desire to get out on his own, Fearn firmly established Integrated Capital, which gave him the ability to “call his own shot.
Hotel Management
APRIL 4, 2024
Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Town Hall is set to be transformed under a new multi-million-dollar refurbishment confirmed to start mid-April. From April 16, the Toga-owned hotel be fully shut down for renovations with a target completion date ahead of Christmas and New Year, in December 2024. TFE Hotels’ Group Chief Operating Officer, Chris Sedgwick, described it as a “major scale project” and “a huge repositioning of the asset”, which is in line with TFE Hotel’s contemporary vision for the brand
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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
eHotelier
APRIL 30, 2024
To achieve a FTG rating is truly a rarity and an achievement that a property should cherish. Of the roughly 700,000 hotels and resorts in the world, only 0.002% of properties attain this distinction.
Hospitality Tech
APRIL 28, 2024
From interactive menus to airport transportation schedules, there are a multitude of ways that hoteliers can use digital signage to improve the guest experience.
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Hospitality Net
APRIL 16, 2024
Cycas Hospitality’s growth continues into 2024 following their landmark appointment to manage The Ormond Hotel in Dublin on behalf of the Ormond Group, a leading hospitality group from Southeast Asia. This will be Cycas Hospitality’s first property in Ireland and marks another significant step in their pan-European expansion.
Lodging
APRIL 10, 2024
The U.S. hospitality industry has made significant strides within the past year, and the pace only continues to grow despite challenges. The AHLA recently predicted the demand for hotel jobs will outpace overall market job growth over the next five years, but at the same time, two-thirds of hotels are still experiencing staffing shortages. CBRE reported that the commercial real estate lending market demonstrated signs of stabilization at the end of 2023 even though transaction […] The post
Hotel Management
APRIL 11, 2024
Vibe Hotel Melbourne Docklands has begun welcoming guests following its official opening on Monday April 8. The 273-room hotel, formerly Four Points by Sheraton, is owned by MA Financial Group and operated by TFE Hotels. TFE Hotels’ Group Chief Operating Officer, Chris Sedgwick; Senior Director of Operations ANZ, Tish Nyar; and Regional General Manager VIC, Stephen Moore, joined Hotel General Manager, Nigel Maxey, for the opening celebrations.
eHotelier
APRIL 29, 2024
Hotels anticipating and incorporating trends – from experiential travel to influencers, health & wellness, medical tourism, culinary experiences, and the business of worship – set a new standard for the ultimate guest experience, moving beyond mere accommodation to become architects of unforgettable journeys.
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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
Refine
APRIL 18, 2024
In a hotel, understanding the dynamics of room types and leveraging this understanding can significantly impact revenue, profit, and guest satisfaction. Room-type analytics is a vital component of any hospitality Business Intelligence platform and offers hotels a deeper insight into their inventory’s performance. Data-driven decisions based on Room-Type Analytics enhance profitability and guest experience.
Skift Blog
APRIL 21, 2024
Skift Take: Will AI replace the Tim Williams (Trivago Guy) and William Shatner (the Priceline Negotiator) types? Could be. Trivago, meanwhile, is already testing a second AI-infused commercial.
Hospitality Net
APRIL 12, 2024
Whether it’s rooting on a team at a nearby sporting event, drifting down a lazy river with loved ones at a Play category listing, or enjoying the pool with friends at a beachfront villa, there are plenty of playful adventures awaiting this summer.
Lodging
APRIL 17, 2024
The meetings and events business continues to draw visitors from around the world to the most desired destinations. The path back seems smoother than ever for hoteliers who are getting their groove back. Indeed, the meetings industry continues to be an essential revenue driver for increasing profitability for hotels of almost any size. For meeting planners, however, the story may be a little different.
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Hotel Management
APRIL 11, 2024
25hours Sydney names General Manager Australia’s first 25hours hotel, which is scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2025, has appointed Silvia Kypriotis as its General Manager. Kypriotis brings over 20 years of hotel industry experience, having started her career with Stamford Hotels and Resorts and worked across various managerial positions within hotel operations at Accor.
eHotelier
APRIL 9, 2024
The more renewable energy is integrated into the hospitality industry, the better understanding industry professionals will have of the impact it makes on ROE and the environment. Innovations will continue to develop as the importance of renewable energy in hospitality is realized.
Hotel Business
APRIL 9, 2024
Twenty Four Seven Hotels, a third-party hospitality management company for premium-branded, select-service and lifestyle hotel segments in the western U.S., has partnered with Shiny, a digital tipping platform, to provide services for more than 450 associates across its 30 hotel portfolio. The service is available across multiple hotel departments, including housekeeping.
Skift Blog
APRIL 27, 2024
Skift Take: Nobu, the posh restaurant chain, is expanding its luxury hotels brand. The secret sauce? Sky-high revenue from their in-house restaurants, Robert De Niro's star power, and a culture that keeps top talent sticking around, says top exec Trevor Horwell.
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Hospitality Net
APRIL 10, 2024
The international and innovative hotel brand, YOTEL, welcomes guests to its highly anticipated opening of YOTEL Geneva Lake, featuring Switzerland’s first Nordic-inspired gastronomy destination.
Lodging
APRIL 1, 2024
PRINCETON, New Jersey—Graduate Hotels announced that its latest hotel in Princeton, New Jersey is accepting reservations ahead of its opening in early June 2024. This property marks the 34th hotel in the brand’s portfolio. Graduate Princeton will have 180 guestrooms, as well as a signature food and beverage offering and nearly 6,000 square feet of public space decorated in the brand’s maximalist style.
Hotel Management
APRIL 15, 2024
IHG Hotels and Resorts is set to introduce a second Holiday Inn and Suites to Australasia in the coming years following the signing of a Sunshine Coast hotel with Felix Capital. The new-build hotel, which is set to open in early 2028, will form part of a mixed-use development in Caloundra. “We’re delighted to be bringing our Holiday Inn and Suites brand to the Sunshine Coast and thrilled to be partnering with Felix Capital on this exciting hotel in Caloundra,” said IHG Hotels and Resorts Directo
eHotelier
APRIL 11, 2024
Implementing effective strategies to increase direct bookings is essential for maximizing revenue, enhancing guest relationships, and maintaining control over the booking process.
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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.
Refine
APRIL 20, 2024
In the fast-paced world of hospitality, hoteliers often find themselves juggling multiple responsibilities. One way to streamline marketing efforts and improve overall efficiency is by automating some of your touchpoints with guests. The good news is that this is not difficult to do. By setting up intelligent triggers that automate specific actions, hotel managers, front The post 5 Touchpoints You Can Automate to Save Time in Your Hotel appeared first on Revfine.com.
Skift Blog
APRIL 24, 2024
Skift Take: We web-scraped 20k+ hotels listed on Google across the U.S., Europe, Asia and Middle East to understand which online travel agencies and direct sites compete for bookings in Google's sponsored and organic listings.
Hospitality Net
APRIL 4, 2024
Ireckonu, an innovative Hospitality Middleware and Customer Data Platform for hotel chains, today announced the achievement of ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification, a globally recognized standard for information security management systems (ISMS). This certification demonstrates Ireckonu’s comprehensive commitment to the highest level of security for sensitive information and data.
Lodging
APRIL 19, 2024
Over the past four years, utility costs at U.S. hotels have increased at a pace greater than total operating revenue. As a result, utility department expenses increased from 2.9 percent of total revenue in 2019 to an estimated 3.3 percent in 2023. As hotels have struggled to recover from the pandemic, any rise in cost ratios is an area of concern for owners and operators.
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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.
Hotel Management
APRIL 16, 2024
Canberra based property group Doma has introduced its third Little National Hotel with the opening of Little National Newcastle. Located on Newcastle’s harbourfront district, at 44 Honeysuckle Drive, the 181-room hotel has the highest room count of any hotel in the city, reflecting its smart compact room design. “Little National Newcastle marks the third venture hotel in Australia, and stands as a testament to Doma’s commitment to providing an affordable luxury hotel experience,” said Doma
eHotelier
APRIL 28, 2024
By embracing these innovative promotion ideas in 2024, hotels can differentiate themselves, attract new guests, and foster loyalty among existing clientele.
Hotel Business
APRIL 9, 2024
Earlier this year, Orkin’s annual list of the “50 Worst American Cities for Bed Bugs” was released. While the order of the cities may slightly shift each year, one fact remains constant: these bugs aren’t going anywhere. In fact, they are increasing, and not merely in urban areas. Suburban and rural America are also becoming homes for the pests as their relentless march continues.
Skift Blog
APRIL 4, 2024
Skift Take: The solar eclipse will have a minimal impact on air travel, but airlines are operating a slew of flights that will give flyers a special view of the once-in-a-lifetime event.
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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.
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