Skift Blog
APRIL 9, 2025
Skift Take: Mandarin Oriental is about to unveil its first major change to its marketing since 1985. Expect a revamped logo and the debut of a mobile app as the luxury hotel brand charges toward doubling its portfolio by 2033.
Hotel Management
APRIL 10, 2025
Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour owner Jerry Schwartz has lodged a Development Application to add two levels of penthouses to the top of the hotel, after plans for a helipad were knocked back. Schwartzs proposal for the 590-room luxury hotel includes construction of two four-bedroom penthouses, one with a lap pool, above the existing executive lounge, with exclusive lift access.
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Lodging
APRIL 28, 2025
BETHESDA, MarylandMarriott International announced it has reached an agreement to acquire the lifestyle brandcitizenM. The transaction is expected to accelerate Marriotts global expansion of its select-service and lifestyle lodging offerings, as the company continues to focus on expanding its portfolio to provide more options for guests and Marriott Bonvoy members.
Social Hospitality
APRIL 15, 2025
There has never been a time when travel has become more popular, and its largely due to social media’s popularity. After all, when youre scrolling about on your phone in your home and come across an Instagram Reel of a famous tourist spot, its hard not to feel that FOMO (fear of missing out). Social media indeed triggers that travel itch that many adventure seekers cant ignore.
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 connectivity, personalized comfort, and high-tech convenience. From AI-powered smart room controls to keyless entry, 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
Hotel Financial Coach Blog
APRIL 13, 2025
What hotel brands don’t know is that they can create great financial bench strength in their hotels and their owners will pay 100% of the cost. Brands also don’t know that they can create this bench strength with resources that are readily available. Lastly, brands don’t know that their non-financial managers are literally dying to get these financial skills and abilities now and they want to apply them.
Hotel Speak
APRIL 18, 2025
Okay, so we all love a good deal, right? Getting something cheaper always feels like a win. And hotels and resorts have definitely caught on to this, offering tons of discounts to get people to book. But a lot of hoteliers have gotten stuck in a loop of constantly slashing prices, offering direct channel discounts, OTA promotions, and special rate packages to drive occupancy.
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Hotel Management
APRIL 21, 2025
Hotel X names new General Manager Daniel Gerritse has been appointed as the new General Manager of Hotel X, Fortitude Valley. Gerritse brings over 15 years of luxury hospitality experience to the role, including in sales, marketing, and operational leadership across major Australian hotel brands. Most recently serving as Director of Sales and Marketing at InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort, Gerritse also held senior roles with W Brisbane, where he was part of the pre-opening leadership team,
Lodging
APRIL 14, 2025
DALLAS, TexasPeachtree Group, a diversified commercial real estate investment platform, announced the grand opening of the 87-suite TownePlace Suites in Forney, Texas. Peachtree will operate the hotel for TEKMAK Development (TEKMAK), a full-service hospitality development company. TownePlace Suites Forney is located 22 miles east of Dallas. Ongoing new construction, expanding retail centers, and industrial parks continue to position Forney as an appealing destination for business and leisure tra
Hotel Designs
APRIL 15, 2025
Hotel Designs Mandarin Oriental expands its Parisian presence Mandarin Oriental expands its Parisian presence Mandarin Oriental has assumed management of the legendary Htel Lutetia, unveiling its new identity as Mandarin Oriental Lutetia, Paris, making it the only Palace hotel on the Left Bank… The inauguration of Mandarin Oriental Lutetia marks a significant step in enhancing the Groups presence in the French capital, with an exceptional hospitality experience now on both sides of the Sei
STAAH
APRIL 20, 2025
Mangkuluhur Residences by LORIN was falling behind using manual distribution techniques. Till STAAH came along. Located in the heart of Jakartas business district, Mangkuluhur Residences by LORIN offers a haven of tranquillity amidst the dynamic urban landscape of the Indonesian capital. Its modern style establishment offers comfort, convenience, relaxation, connectivity as well as quite retreat for discerning travellers.
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Hotel Speak
APRIL 18, 2025
Every year, hotels worldwide generate an estimated 289,700 tons of waste. Meanwhile, the annual carbon footprint of the hospitality industry as a whole is estimated at 3% of total global carbon emissions. These numbers highlight an urgent need for change across the board. Earth Day, celebrated annually on April 22, serves as a global call to action for environmental responsibility.
Skift Blog
APRIL 15, 2025
Skift Take: Expedia Group has long been a leader in B2B travel technology, 2025 marks a turning point as the company seeks to clarify its solutions for partners looking to streamline operations, enhance traveler experiences, and seize new opportunities in digital transformation.
Hotel Management
APRIL 8, 2025
Taplin Group and 1834 Hotels have opened a new 60-key coastal property in South Australia. Located at 1 Colley Terrace, The George Glenelg aims to deliver a refined and sophisticated stay close to Glenelg Beach and the Jetty Road precinct. Its the latest venture from Taplin Group, a South Australian family-owned company with a heritage dating back to 1932.
Lodging
APRIL 4, 2025
LINCOLNSHIRE, IllinoisLG Electronics USA has introduced a commercial-grade autonomous vacuum cleaning device, developed in collaboration with the Marriott Design Lab. The LG Robotic Vacuum Cleaner is available now to the hospitality industry following implementation pilots at Marriott International properties. This is a prime example of how our collaboration with the Marriott Design Lab is advancing innovation for the entire industry, said Michael Kosla, senior vice president, LG Electronics USA
Speaker: Brendan Sweeney, VP of Sales & Devyn Blume, Sr. Account Executive
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Hotel Designs
APRIL 4, 2025
Hotel Designs The Standard, Brussels continuing to defy convention The Standard, Brussels continuing to defy convention After the successes of The Standard, London and The Standard, Ibiza, The Standard hotel brand is ready to embark on its next chapter in Europe this spring with the debut of its newest hotel in Belgium’s lively capital welcome to The Standard, Brussels… The Standard, Brussels is part of the innovative ZIN redevelopment project in the Northern Quarter, a dynamic mi
STAAH
APRIL 1, 2025
Managing online bookings is one of the biggest challenges for hotels today, especially when they work with multiple Online Travel Agencies (OTAs) like Booking.com, Expedia, and Agoda. Without the right tools, keeping room availability, pricing, and bookings updated can quickly become a nightmare, leading to costly errors like overbookings , inconsistent rates, and hours spent on manual updates.
Hotel Speak
APRIL 15, 2025
London, 15 April 2025: SDK Consulting , revenue and commercial consultancy for hotels, has been appointed by boutique hotel brand Z Hotels to develop the commercial strategy and run the revenue and distribution department. Jon Siberry will be leading the commercial function as Director of Revenue Management overseeing the revenue strategy at both the group and unit levels of the 14 property portfolio.
Skift Blog
APRIL 28, 2025
Skift Take: By adding CitizenM, Marriott strengthens its select-service and lifestyle offerings.
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
Hotel Management
APRIL 15, 2025
Sydneys oldest pub, Fortune of War, is set to open a boutique hotel offering in May following a major renovation project. Built in 1828 by former convict Samuel Terry, Fortune of War has established itself as an icon in Sydneys pub scene over the past nearly 200 years. Now with the opening of The Russell Boutique Hotel, the pub aims to provide a warm and welcoming home-away-from-home experience in the heart of The Rocks.
Lodging
APRIL 23, 2025
MIAMI, FloridaDriftwood Capital announced the successful closing of a $1.2 billion portfolio consolidation involving 18 Hilton, Marriott, and Margaritaville-branded hotels across 10 states. The 4,203-key portfolio represents some of the most strategically located assets in Driftwoods national platform, all of which are operated directly by the firm.
Hotel Designs
APRIL 22, 2025
Hotel Designs Ennismore announces Bali signing, taking the first Hyde Hotel to Asia Ennismore announces Bali signing, taking the first Hyde Hotel to Asia Ennismore has announced the arrival of Hyde Hotels in Indonesia slated to open in 2026, Hyde Suites Seminyak Bali will be taking the brands signature festival vibes to the region… Tucked away amidst verdant tropical gardens with expansive views of the Indian Ocean, Hyde Suites Seminyak Bali will complement the vibrant spirit of Bali with
Hotel Business
APRIL 2, 2025
LG Electronics USA has introduced a commercial-grade autonomous vacuum cleaning device, developed in collaboration with the Marriott Design Lab. The LG Robotic Vacuum Cleaner is available now to the hospitality industry following implementation pilots at Marriott International properties. “This is a prime example of how our collaboration with the Marriott Design Lab is advancing innovation for the entire industry,” said Michael Kosla, SVP, LG Electronics USA. “The LG Robotic Va
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Hotel Speak
APRIL 23, 2025
LONDON April 2025 IDeaS, a SAS company and the worlds leading provider of hospitality revenue management software, today announced the launch of IDeaS Spotlight, a first of its kind demand intelligence solution that empowers marketers to generate the right demand at the right time. Spotlight helps both single properties and portfolios to identify and act on high-value opportunities for deploying impactful, demand-generating marketing tactics informed by advanced analytics and AI.
Skift Blog
APRIL 16, 2025
Skift Take: As experience-driven travel rises, sports fans are boosting domestic tourism by traveling to watch the Indian Premier League live. Hotel and train bookings have spiked, but a growing number of ticketing and travel scams are making many travelers cautious.
Hotel Management
APRIL 10, 2025
The countdown is on to the Australian debut of the highly anticipated 1 Hotel Melbourne, with the property now taking reservations for a June opening. The mission-driven luxury lifestyle brand, founded by hospitality visionary Barry Sternlicht, brings its sustainable luxury and nature-inspired design to life at a waterfront Riverlee property on the southwestern edge of Melbournes CBD.
Lodging
APRIL 28, 2025
SOUTHLAKE, TexasSabre Corporationand TPG, a global alternative asset management firm, announced the signing of a definitive agreement under which TPG has agreed to acquire Sabre’s Hospitality Solutions business for$1.1 billion. TPG will invest in Hospitality Solutions through TPG Capital, the firm’s U.S. and European private equity platform.
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Hotel Designs
APRIL 28, 2025
Hotel Designs Marriott International announces acquisition of citizenM brand Marriott International announces acquisition of citizenM brand Marriott International has announced it has reached an agreement to acquire the lifestyle brand citizenM in an acquisition that supports its growth in innovative lifestyle offerings… The citizenM global portfolio currently consists of 36 open hotels, comprising 8,544 rooms, across more than 20 cities spanning the U.S., Europe, and Asia Pacific, includi
Hotel Business
APRIL 4, 2025
Hotel bookings for the 2025 Easter holiday have risen by 16.8% compared to the equivalent period last year, according to new data from SiteMinder. The data, comparing bookings at the same properties across nine markets 30 days before Easter in both 2024 and 2025, reveals stronger demand and travelers securing their accommodation earlier and increasingly looking beyond their home countries.
Hotel Speak
APRIL 14, 2025
April 14, 2025 (London, England ) Agilysys, Inc. (Nasdaq: AGYS), a leading global provider of hospitality software solutions and services, is proud to announce its new partnership with Hospitality Action, the UKs leading charity supporting hospitality workers in times of crisis. This alliance underscores Agilysys commitment to not only serving the industry with cutting-edge technology but also supporting the people at the heart of hospitality.
Skift Blog
APRIL 27, 2025
Skift Take: Amid heightened concerns about U.S. aviation infrastructure, a crop of startups are bullish that they will significantly disrupt the travel experience in the next few years.
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