Skift Blog
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Skift Take: Oyo, based in India, has tried for years to gain traction in the U.S., but it has claimed that competitors have played hardball. It's now betting that buying a network is its best way to gain scale fast.
Lodging
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
ATLANTA—Peachtree Group continued to build momentum with its sixth hotel acquisition of the year with the AC Hotel by Marriott in Park City, Utah, showing the growing equity investment opportunities re-emerging in the hospitality sector. “Our team has successfully acquired a number of hotel properties at below-market prices, taking advantage of the current slowdown in transactions,” said Greg Friedman, managing principal and CEO of Peachtree.
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Hotel Management
SEPTEMBER 15, 2024
EVT has introduced its first QT Hotels and Resorts’ property to South East Asia with the opening of QT Singapore. The 134-room luxury lifestyle hotel launches following a major refurbishment and rebranding of the heritage Hotel Telegraph on Robinson Road. “After a phenomenal transformation, QT Singapore is ready to bring its bold and creatively charged hospitality to the heart of Singapore’s culturally vibrant district,” said EVT Hotels and Resorts Director, Norman Arundel.
Are Morch
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
This article is part of the Hotel Digital Transformer newsletter on LinkedIn. Subscribe to my LinkedIn newsletter where I’ll share tips, ideas, and strategies to help your hotel open its digital gateway. __ My fellow hoteliers, the future of our industry is upon us, and it is one marked by the transformative power of artificial intelligence (AI). As […] The post The 2024 Hotel Forecast: Elevating Guest Experiences Through AI and Human Synergy appeared first on Are Morch, Digital Transforma
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.
Skift Blog
SEPTEMBER 15, 2024
Skift Take: Looser visa restrictions are greasing the wheels of global tourism, but the real question is whether these policies can sustain long-term growth or just offer a fleeting boost to countries eager for quick wins.
Lodging
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
PARSIPPANY, New Jersey—Super 8 by Wyndham owners can now adopt the INNOV8TE 2.0 design package. The next iteration of the INNOV8TE program, developed in collaboration with owners and design experts, combines upgrades with increased operational efficiency. Available across the United States and Canada, INNOV8TE 2.0 is a cost-effective upgrade that aims to elevate the hotel experience.
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Are Morch
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
With the advent of new technology and a wave of increasingly demanding guests, the hotel sector finds itself at a turning point as the twenty-first century goes on. Hotels are evolving into innovative centers where comfort and convenience meet at every touchpoint, rather than just being locations to stay the night. The digitally native millennial […] The post Optimizing Comfort and Efficiency: A Guide to Modern Upgrades in the Hotel Industry appeared first on Are Morch, Digital Transformat
Skift Blog
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
Skift Take: Deputy Secretary of State Richard Verma unveiled at the Skift Global Forum Tuesday that the State Department plans to roll out its online passport renewal option on September 18.
Lodging
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
NEWTON, Massachusetts—Sonesta International Hotels Corporation announced the execution of a deal to open five Sonesta ES Suites hotels in the Dominican Republic. The first property, Sonesta ES Suites ELEMENTS Jarabacoa, is scheduled to open in the first trimester of 2026 with the remaining four hotels to be completed within seven years. Sonesta ES Suites ELEMENTS Jarabacoa, an upscale, extended-stay hotel, will be located in the La Vega province.
Hotel Management
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
Family-run hospitality business Amora Hotels and Resorts is gearing up for growth with plans to double its network to 12 properties within the next five years. Following in the footsteps of his father, who founded the business in 1997 with the launch of its Melbourne property, Earp Siriphatrawan is leading Amora’s expansion as owner and director, with his eyes firmly on Australia and Thailand.
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
eHotelier
SEPTEMBER 15, 2024
AI has the potential to revolutionize the way hotel employees learn, making the process more effective and faster, which in turn fosters a culture of innovation and openness to transformation.
Skift Blog
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
Skift Take: Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky wants to make billions of dollars from new lines of business — and they may not all be focused on travel.
Lodging
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
REDONDO BEACH, California—Women hoteliers from across the nation converged at the 2024 HerOwnership Conference by AAHOA, a two-day event crafted by women for women in the hospitality industry. Centered around the empowering themes of executive presence, hotel ownership, and mental health and wellness, the conference inspired attendees to connect, lead, and thrive in an industry where their voices and leadership are more important than ever.
Hotel Management
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
Melbourne Airport is set to get its long-awaited third runway after the project was cleared for construction by the Federal Government last week. Scheduled to commence construction in 2025 and open in 2031, the project could not come at a better time for Melbourne, according to Accommodation Australia (Victoria) General Manager, Dougal Hollis. “Melbourne is set to become Australia’s largest city by 2031, with just over 6 million people, and Melbourne Airport’s annual passenger numbers are expect
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eHotelier
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
If your booking process feels slow, unclear, or unresponsive, you might be ghosting your guests without even realizing it.
Skift Blog
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Skift Take: If Sabre sells its hospitality unit this time around, it can use some of the proceeds to pay off debt, and then refocus on its core airline and travel agency business.
Lodging
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
According to AAA booking data, the two travel categories seeing increased demand compared to last year are flights and cruises. Domestic flight bookings are up 1 percent and international flight bookings are up 3 percent. Travelers are paying about the same as they did last fall. The average domestic roundtrip ticket is $660, and the average international roundtrip ticket is $1,315.
Hotel Management
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
The Flying Kangaroo has taken off from Brisbane to Port Vila, Vanuatu, for the first time in Qantas ‘ history. The inaugural service, QF159, was at full capacity today with holidaymakers and business travellers making the near 3-hour journey to one of the Pacific’s hidden gems. “We are thrilled to expand our network with the introduction of direct flights between Brisbane and Port Vila,” said Qantas Group CEO International, Cam Wallace. “This new route will maintain connectivit
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 Business
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
Lifestyle hospitality company sbe has revealed that Sam Nazarian, sbe chairman/CEO, has assembled a team of partners—entrepreneur Tony Robbins, musician and sbe partner Marc Anthony and international strategist Richard Attias— to build The Estate Hotels & Residences luxury platform. The Estate will feature a global network of luxury resorts and residential projects driven by a commitment to functional and preventive medicine through multi-modal diagnostics and vetted therapeutics powered by
Skift Blog
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Skift Take: Speaking to Skift, JetBlue president Marty St. George said it’s possible to balance a low-cost airline with high-end lounges. If realized as planned, these could be some of the most exclusive spaces of any U.S. carrier.
Lodging
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Over the last several years, new brands have been rolled out at a dizzying pace by the major franchise companies, all of whom are searching for any white space they can find to grow distribution and consumer loyalty. While not all the brands introduced have gained significant development momentum, a handful have done well out of the gates, so to speak.
Hotel Management
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Amara Singapore, a 38-year-old hotel in Tanjong Pagar, has completed an 11-month-long transformation project encompassing guest rooms, public spaces, meeting spaces, ballrooms and dining venues. A partnership with Studio HBA, a division of Hirsch Bedner Associates, the renovation blends modern aesthetics and traditional warmth, while taking inspiration from the vibrant culture the area.
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
Hospitality Tech
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
Providing free Wi-Fi is no longer enough. As cyber threats increase, hotels must also prioritize network security to protect guests and avoid costly breaches. Explore the latest protections for guest Wi-Fi.
Skift Blog
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
Skift Take: Booking Holdings now has 7.8 million short-term rental listings worldwide, but not many in the U.S. That's an opportunity, the CEO said.
Lodging
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina—Extended Stay America announced the launch of its STAY Counted program, designed to make voter registration more accessible and encourage participation in the upcoming presidential election. First introduced in 2020, STAY Counted has been refreshed for the November 2024 election to continue to help communities exercise their right to vote.
Hotel Management
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Japan’s Seibu Prince Hotels and Resorts recently unveiled The Prince Kitano New York following a year’s renovation and the result is stunning. Formerly known as The Kitano Hotel New York, the refreshed property opened in December 2023 and now sits within The Prince portfolio, the company’s flagship hotel brand characterised by exceptional elegance, comfort and privacy.
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eHotelier
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Gen Z is challenging the hospitality industry to up its game. By possessing different sets of skills, different approaches to work, and different education, they offer a significant change. Not only this but they are doing it with flair, and in some cases even outperforming their predecessors. In this way, the leadership of each company, as well as the whole industry, should focus on translating strengths and combating weaknesses to ensure the progressive development of the hospitality industry.
Skift Blog
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
Skift Take: The Alaska-Hawaiian merger cleared another major hurdle after receiving the green light from the DOT.
Lodging
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
AUSTIN, Texas—Hyatt has chosen the Oracle OPERA Cloud hospitality platform as the property management system (PMS) for its global hotel portfolio. With OPERA Cloud, Hyatt properties will be able to standardize its operations and data management across more than 1,000 hotels and all-inclusive properties. With a data platform delivering a common user interface and processes across its properties, Hyatt colleagues will have the insights to operate efficiently and provide a more consistent experienc
Hotel Management
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
As part of a business delegation to the Republic of Korea this week, Air New Zealand Chief Customer and Sales Officer Leanne Geraghty has shared details on the upcoming return of the airline’s seasonal direct services to Seoul. Flights between Auckland and Seoul will recommence on 28 October 2024 and continue through to 29 March 2025, with more than 130 flights between the countries across the period.
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