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Research Shows #1 Opportunity for Hotels in 2025

Hospitality Net

Its been great reading some articles here on Hospitality Net about trends and opportunities this year, such as Martin Solers hotel media review and EHLs Key Hospitality Technology Trends to Watch in 2025.

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Tripadvisor Exec Explains Partnership with ChatGPT-Competitor Perplexity

Skift Blog

Skift Take: The Tripadvisor brand has been struggling, but there could be value in its huge dataset for AI search engines that want to deliver personalized results.

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Record high room rates for Sydney hotels on NYE

Hotel Management

New Years Eve gave Sydney hotels plenty of cause for celebration on December 31. Sydney hotels pulled in record high average daily rate and revenue per available room on the night, according to December preliminary data from CoStar. CoStar reports occupancy levels of 78.8% for December 2024, up 2.1% year over year, while ADR stood at AU$314.15 (+0.9%) and RevPAR at AU$247.43 (+3.0%).

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Cendyn: Secondary Markets Surpass Primary Markets for YOY Meetings Growth

Lodging

AUSTIN, TexasKnowland by Cendyn released December monthly data findings to help hoteliers gain insight into the top locations selected by todays meeting planners. The company announced St. Louis, Missouri/Illinois ranked first in the top 25 markets with year-over-year (YOY) growth at 125.8 percent. Nashville came in second with growth at 28 percent.

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5 Ways You Can Win Faster with Gen AI in Sales

Incorporating generative AI (gen AI) into your sales process can speed up your wins through improved efficiency, personalized customer interactions, and better informed decision- making. Gen AI is a game changer for busy salespeople and can reduce time-consuming tasks, such as customer research, note-taking, and writing emails, and provide insightful data analysis and recommendations.

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The Titans of Travel: How Small Businesses Shape Europe’s Accommodation Industry

Hospitality Net

The European travel and tourism sector is not just an economic powerhouse; its a vibrant ecosystem driven by millions of businesses. A vast majority of them are SMEs (small and medium-sized enterprises) forming the heart of the industry, offering everything from family-run B&Bs to boutique hotels, all while keeping the wheels of local economies turning.

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Ryanair Wants a Two-Drink Cap at Airports: Here’s What Key Industry Players Think

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Ryanairs call for a two-drink limit at airports highlights deep industry divisions. Even if such measures are practical, would they effectively address root problems?

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Driftwood Secures Financing for Westin Cocoa Beach Resort & Spa

Lodging

MIAMI, FloridaDriftwood Capital has secured a total of $207 million in senior construction financing and Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE) financing for its Westin Cocoa Beach Resort & Spa on Floridas Space Coast. After breaking ground in September 2024, the $420 million, 502-key resort is part of Driftwoods decade-long investment to grow the region’s hospitality profile and meet demand.

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Where Tradition Meets Modernity: Four Points by Sheraton Chennai Velachery Opens Its Doors

Hospitality Net

Discover the perfect blend of Chennais cultural charm and contemporary hospitality at Four Points by Sheraton Chennai Velachery - where every stay is a celebration of style, comfort, and authenticity.

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Why is Air France Using Smell in its Premium Marketing Strategy?

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Traditionalists may turn their noses up at companies creating fragrances. However, Air France's new scent is the latest indication that multi-sensory airline marketing is here to stay.

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Marriott Bonvoy brings express wellness treatments to the Australian Open

Hotel Management

Official hotel partner of the Australian Open, Marriott Bonvoy, is welcoming members and VIP guests to experience premium wellness and culinary offerings at its dedicated hospitality space for the duration of the 2025 event. Our partnership with the Australian Open allows us to connect with our members, now measuring 220 million globally, and showcases our leading hospitality offering in a unique way at Australias biggest sporting event, said Marriott International Area Director of Marketing, De

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Don't Let AI Pass You By: The New Era of Personalized Sales Coaching & Development

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!

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Industry Veteran Tim Dick Joins Woodworth Core Group

Lodging

ATLANTA, GeorgiaOfficials of Woodworth Core Group (WCG), a leading provider of customized lodging research, valuation and advisory services, announced that Timothy J. Dick, PhD, has joined the firm in their Atlanta office as executive vice president. WCG Principal R. Mark Woodworth stated, We continue to focus on providing seasoned expertise to our clients.

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WIWT: Revolutionizing Hotel Social Selling

Hospitality Net

Wish I Was There (WIWT) is disrupting the hotel industry by taking social selling to a whole new level. Forget the complexities of managing social media and influencer collaborations. WIWT offers a streamlined solution that bridges the gap between hotel marketing and distribution, opening up a world of new opportunities for hotels to connect with potential guests.

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Airbnb Cracks Down on Price Gouging During LA Fires

Skift Blog

Airbnb hosts in two California counties who raise their rates more than 10% compared to pre-LA fires' pricing will be blocked from doing so.

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Plans underway for new-build hotel at Fiji’s Nadi International Airport

Hotel Management

Hotel operator selection is underway for a new-build hotel at Nadi International Airport, according to The Fiji Times , following a successful year for the nations tourism sector. In an interview published this week, Fiji Airports Ltd CEO Mesake Nawari revealed plans for a new transit hotel, a state-of-the-art commercial and retail building and expanded parking facilities as part of a 10-year strategic plan.

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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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Denver Union Station and The Crawford Hotel Complete Renovation

Lodging

DENVER, ColoradoDenver Union Station and The Crawford Hotel recently completed a refresh, including updates to the Great Hall and each of the hotels 112 guestrooms. Originally opened in 1881, the Denver Union Station first reopened in July 2014 after a $54 million renovation that included the creation of The Crawford Hotel, which is named for urban preservationist and Union Station Alliance member Dana Crawford.

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Cappadocia Marriott Hotel Opens in Turkey

Hospitality Net

Marriott Hotels, the namesake brand of Marriott Bonvoys extraordinary portfolio of over 30 hotel brands, today announced the opening of Cappadocia Marriott Hotel. Nestled within the moonscape landscapes of Cappadocia, the property is the largest and newest hotel in the region, offering travelers a gateway to the storied destination.

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U.S. Supreme Court Upholds TikTok Ban: What it Means for Travel

Skift Blog

Skift Take: The U.S. ban represents a significant setback for travel companies that have become increasingly dependent on the platform for customer acquisition.

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Melbourne’s luxury hotels welcome strong international business at Australian Open

Hotel Management

The 2025 Australian Open is in full swing and hotels across Melbourne are enjoying a flurry of activity as visitors descend on the city. This years event is expected to draw record fan numbers an bring an increase of up to 10% in Melbourne city hotel room bookings, across main tournament days, according to Accommodation Australia. Event-related occupancy forecasts are particularly impressive, given STR and JLL report Melbourne has welcomed 81 new hotels and over 5,200 rooms in the five-year peri

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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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UPDATED: Hotel industry offers support to wildfire victims

Hotel Business

Hotels in and around Los Angeles and industry associates are offering support to those displaced by the devastating wildfires in California. AAHOA Charitable Foundation launches wildfire initiative AAHOA has launched the Hope & Haven: California Wildfire Recovery Initiative , powered by the AAHOA Charitable Foundation (ACF) to support communities devastated by the ongoing wildfires in California.

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California Lodging Investment Conference [CLIC] Unveils 2025 Schedule

Hospitality Net

Officials of the California Lodging Investment Conference [CLIC], the only hospitality conference focused on the California hotel market, today unveiled the agenda for its eighth annual gathering. The Westin Long Beach will play host to the event from March 5-6, 2025.

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2024 Smashed All-Time Airline Industry Records: 4 Key Takeaways

Skift Blog

Skift Take: A global shift towards higher capacity aircraft is offering more seats onboard fewer flights but huge sustainability questions remain.

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Record growth for flagship luxury and lifestyle brands at Accor with 90 hotels signed last year

Hotel Management

Accors luxury and lifestyle brands Sofitel, Sofitel Legend, MGallery and Emblems achieved record growth in 2024 with close to 90 hotels signed collectively. Under the leadership of Maud Bailly as CEO for the past two years, these flagship brands have undergone a comprehensive transformation prompting renewed interest from owners and investors. 2024 has been a milestone year for our brands, marking unprecedented development momentum, said Bailly.

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10 Ways to Leverage Buyer Signals and Drive Revenue

In today’s ultra-competitive markets, it’s no longer enough to wait for buyers to show obvious signs of interest. Instead, sales teams must be proactive, identifying and acting on nuanced buyer behaviors — often before prospects are fully ready to make a purchase. In this eBook from ZoomInfo & Sell Better, learn 10 actionable ways to use these buyer signals to transform your sales strategy and close deals faster.

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Driftwood secures $257M for Westin Cocoa Beach Resort

Hotel Business

Driftwood Capital has secured a total of $207 million in senior construction financing and Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE) financing for its signature Westin Cocoa Beach Resort & Spa on Floridas Space Coast. The company also secured a $50 million credit facility from Amerant Bank at the holding company/fund level. After breaking ground in September 2024, the $420-million, 502-key resort is part of Driftwoods decade-long investment to elevate the region’s hospitality

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Island Hospitality Management Assumes Management of Under-Construction 176-Suite TownePlace Suites in Downtown San Jose, Calif.

Hospitality Net

Island Hospitality Management announced its selection as the management company for the under-construction TownePlace Suites by Marriott, situated in the heart of downtown San Jose. This soon-to-open addition to the citys hospitality scene will offer an upscale extended-stay product with the comfort and convenience preferred by business and leisure travelers alike.

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Emissions from Hotels: The Gap Between Plans and Actions

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Hotels have big plans to lower the amount of greenhouse gas emissions they generate. However, this report could show a gap between those plans and actual progress, especially when it comes to energy usage.

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Veriu Group unveils refurbishment of Punthill flagship, the first in a series of targeted property upgrades

Hotel Management

Punthill South Yarra Grand, operated by Veriu Group, has unveiled its first major refurbishment since opening in 2009. The Yarra Street hotel has been under works for over two months, with the cost amounting to almost AU$1.4 million. Common areas including the lobby and reception area have been upgraded with stylish new furniture and artwork, which has also been added to the hallways.

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Beyond the Basics: How to Develop and Retain a Top-Performing Sales Team

Speaker: Brendan Sweeney, VP of Sales at Allego

Maximizing sales rep performance is no easy task. 📈 Traditional sales training methods focus heavily on the first few weeks in the sales role. Companies dedicate time, resources, and budget to onboarding new hires, only for them to forget what was learned in those first few weeks, lose motivation, and struggle to come to grips with their role.

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Poor hotel tech is affecting employee retention, Cloudbeds finds

eHotelier

Cloudbeds, the premier hospitality management software platform, has revealed 38% of hotel employees say their experience with property management systems (PMS) influenced their decision to leave a job.

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The most loved Airbnbs on TikTok in 2024

Hospitality Net

2024 was the year of globetrotting with guests adventuring to international locales and seeking out experiential listings, capturing their one-of-a-kind stays on TikTok. Some of the most loved TikToks of the past year highlighted unique listings with eccentric architecture and distinctive amenities in off-the-beaten-path destinations.

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Belmond Hotel Group’s Anti-TikTok, Slow TV Marketing Push

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Belmond believes that true luxury will become having the luxury of time.

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Perth hospitality scene to benefit from major Cultural Centre rejuvenation

Hotel Management

A $55 million rejuvenation of Perth Cultural Centre the heart of Western Australia’s arts and culture scene is now underway, with the redevelopment expected to bring a major boost to tourism. The project, jointly funded by the Cook and Albanese Labor Governments, will create a vibrant and accessible hub connecting iconic cultural institutions, including the Art Gallery of WA, WA Museum Boola Bardip, and the State Library of WA.

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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!