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Hilton CEO Touts Focus on Core Hotel Business as Competitive Edge

Skift Blog

Skift Take: In an interview, Hilton CEO Chris Nassetta spoke about sticking to Hilton's "core competencies" with traditional lodging and not expanding into cruises and vacation rentals like rivals have.

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Trilogy Hotels expands to Northern Territory under three-property deal with DCOH

Hotel Management

Independent hotel management company Trilogy Hotels is expanding to the Northern Territory under a multi-property partnership with Darwin-based DCOH Group. The deal sees Trilogy take over management of 417 rooms across three city centre hotels – Novotel Darwin CBD, Frontier Hotel Darwin and Smith Hotel Darwin. DCOH, formerly the Halikos Group, is a family-run business and one of the region’s largest privately-owned construction, real estate and hospitality providers.

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Hoshino Resorts Announces Pioneering Onsen Ryokan in the United States

Hospitality Net

Hoshino Resorts, a renowned Japanese hospitality brand celebrating its 110th anniversary, is thrilled to announce its first new build project in the United States, marking its rollout of the onsen ryokan segment in the country.

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Mews Becomes a Certified PMS Provider for BWH Hotels

Lodging

AMSTERDAM—Mews has entered into an agreement with BWH Hotels to be a certified PMS provider. Mews features can streamline property management from guest check-in to backend operations. With the software, BWH properties can integrate with existing systems. This efficiency improves guest experiences and resource management, aligning with BWH’s goal of providing value to their hoteliers and guests. “The collaboration with Mews aligns with BWH’s dedication to delivering exceptional

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Dont 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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Why Are Airlines Quiet Quitting China?

Skift Blog

Many of the world’s biggest airlines are making a withdrawal from China. The list is large and it’s growing by the week.

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Hilton signs 140-room Palm Cove hotel in deal with Tyche Asset Management

Hotel Management

Hilton is set to make its debut in Queensland’s Palm Cove in 2026 following the signing of Hilton Palm Cove Cairns Resort and Spa, under a management agreement with Tyche Asset Management. The 140-room resort is located in the heart of the tropical coastal village, 40 minutes south of Port Douglas and 25 minutes of Cairns, where the company operates Hilton and DoubleTree properties.

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Marriott and MGM to Convert Las Vegas Strip Property to W Hotels Brand

Lodging

Marriott International, Inc. and MGM Resorts International announced plans to convert a property on the Las Vegas Strip to the W Hotels brand within the Marriott Bonvoy portfolio, continuing the brand’s evolution. Anticipated to complete its conversion later this year, W Las Vegas marks the latest step in the companies’ long-term licensing agreement announced in July 2023.

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Boeing Reaches Tentative Deal With Machinist Union to End Strike

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Even if the union ratifies the new contract, Boeing still has to confront a slew of issues with its aircraft programs that have led to delays and production slowdowns.

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Inside the $70 million revamp of Sofitel Sydney Wentworth

Hotel Management

Sofitel Sydney Wentworth, an icon in the city’s hotel scene for close to six decades, has unveiled the results of an extensive $70 million refurbishment. On Monday, the 5-star hotel peeled back the curtain on its new-look entrance and lobby, guest rooms, conference and events spaces, food and beverage venues, and exclusive club lounge, unveiling “a new era of French-inspired luxury and understated grandeur”.

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The Ayre Group and Nikki Beach Hospitality Group Partner to Bring 263-Key Nikki Beach to Antigua

Hospitality Net

Ayre Group and Nikki Beach Hospitality Group, the global luxury lifestyle hospitality company, announced their partnership to open Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Antigua, which will also feature a beach club - Nikki Beach Antigua- as well as branded, private Nikki Beach Residences.

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How to Stay Competitive in the Evolving State of Martech

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

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CoStar: September Reports Mixed U.S. Hotel Performance Results

Lodging

WASHINGTON—The U.S. hotel industry reported mixed performance results from the previous month, according to September 2024 data from CoStar. U.S. Hotel PerformanceSeptember 2024 Percentage change from September 202):Occupancy: 64.6 percent (down 2.5 percent)ADR: $162.63 (up 1.2 percent)RevPAR: $105.04 (down 1.3 percent) Among the Top 25 Markets, New York City experienced the highest occupancy level (down 0.8 percent to 87.0 percent), driven by the United Nations General Assembly, Fashion Week, a

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The ‘Megathemes’ to Watch at this Year’s Skift Aviation Forum

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Taking inspiration from our Skift Megatrends list, here are some of the biggest themes we expect to come up time and again across multiple discussions at the Skift Aviation Forum 2024.

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Key appointments: 1 Hotels, Hotel X, LHG and Moxy Sydney Airport

Hotel Management

LHG appoints news SVP – Finance Langham Hospitality Group (LHG) has appointed Angela Zhou as its new Senior Vice President – Finance. Based at the company’s headquarters in Hong Kong, Zhou will oversee its global Hotel Finance Operations, Corporate Finance, Legal, and Financial Planning and Analysis functions, reporting directly to Chief Executive Officer, Bob van den Oord.

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Baha Mar Unveils Expansion Plans With New Beachfront Resort And Residences

Hospitality Net

The leading luxury resort Baha Mar announces expansion plans to add a 4th luxury resort as the next phase of its continued development. The new resort and residences will be a stunning addition to Baha Mar’s "luxury of choice" collection, with a projected opening in 2029. Today Baha Mar and the government of The Bahamas have signed their Heads of Agreement signaling the approval to move the project forward to construction.

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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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Routes to ROI: Financial Considerations Behind New Build and Conversion Options

Lodging

In today’s commercial real estate landscape, buyers and sellers are at odds in terms of their price points and expectations. Many sellers are reluctant to sell because they are in a loan that was locked in at a lower rate prior to rate increases, so they want to stay in their loans and continue to do business as usual. On the flip side, we’re seeing a lot of cash-rich buyers who are patiently sitting on […] The post Routes to ROI: Financial Considerations Behind New Build and Conversion Op

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Short-Term Rental Headwinds: U.S. Supply Growth Is Slowing

Skift Blog

Skift Take: The U.S. vacation and short-term rental market has seen its supply growth rate drop in half over two years. It's like watching a sprinter decide to take up power walking.

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Key appointments: 1 Hotels, Hotel X and Moxy Sydney Airport

Hotel Management

1 Hotel and Homes appoints Melbourne-based leadership team 1 Hotel and Homes has recruited top local and international talent for its Melbourne-based leadership team, ahead of the March 2025 opening of its first Australian property, 1 Hotel & Homes Melbourne. Johannes Brosemann joins as Hotel Manager, following five years as Executive Assistant Manager at Brisbane’s renowned Calile Hotel.

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The impact of AI in the Travel and Hospitality sectors. Transcript of Simone’s recent talks at Hospitality Day and TTG

Hospitality Net

Last week, I gave two talks on the impact of artificial intelligence in the travel and hospitality sectors at Hospitality Day and TTG Travel Experience. What follows is a more or less literal but faithful transcript of what I presented. Enjoy reading, Simone.

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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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Loews Plans Third Hotel Opening for Universal Epic Universe

Lodging

ORLANDO, Florida—Loews Hotels & Co, co-owner and operator of the hotel portfolio at Universal Orlando Resort, announced the opening date of the company’s third hotel coming to Universal Epic Universe next year. Universal Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel will start taking reservations on October 22 for bookings beginning May 22, 2025. The company is in the midst of growth as it prepares to open Universal Stella Nova Resort and Universal Terra Luna Resort in […] The post Loews Plans Thi

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Locals in Spain’s Canary Islands Rally to Limit Tourism

Skift Blog

Skift Take: You know how sometimes you go on vacation and think, "Wow, this place is great, I wish I could live here!" Well, it turns out the people who actually live there might be thinking, "Wow, I wish all these tourists would go away.

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Commandaria, the wine for kings – the king of wines

eHotelier

Commandaria is a sweet wine from the Island of Cyprus in Mediterranean and it is considered to be the oldest wine still in the making, recognized by the Guiness Book of world records.

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Bookboost partners with HotelTechReport to present the 2025 Email Marketing & Hotel CRM Buyer’s Guide

Hospitality Net

Bookboost, the industry-leading hospitality CRM platform, and HotelTechReport, the world’s foremost research and online community for hotel professionals, have teamed up to launch the Ultimate Buyer’s Guide to Hotel CRM & Email Marketing Software 2025.

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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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3 Lost Hotel Keys Scenarios and Key Control Remedies

Lodging

For such a small item, a lost key can wreak havoc on hotel security and profitability. Rekeying can cost thousands of dollars, and if theft is involved, factor in the cost of replacing stolen inventory items. Although electronic keys have replaced traditional hotel room keys, there are still hundreds of physical keys on site at any hotel belonging to housekeeping, facilities, security, shipping and receiving, restaurant services, and a variety of other departments.

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How Skyscanner Is Building Its Presence in a Booming India Market

Skift Blog

Skift Take: As more Indians look to explore new destinations and seek better travel deals, Skyscanner’s approach of being both a travel guide and a deal-finder could resonate.

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Build Your Own AI Movie Muse: Personalized Picks in Minutes

Hotel Marketer

I’ve always loved the silver screen. There’s something magical about finding that perfect film or TV series to fit your mood, whether you’re on the couch with a bowl of popcorn or stuck on a long flight.

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Marriott Signs Agreement to Debut The Luxury Collection and AC Hotels to Shenzhen

Hospitality Net

Marriott International, Inc. today announced that it has signed an agreement with Shum Yip Holdings Company Limited to introduce The Luxury Collection and AC Hotels by Marriott to Shenzhen, a coastal city situated in southern China. Expected to open in November 2028, the Luxury Collection Hotel in Shenzhen will offer its authentic twist to luxury that encapsulates the spirit of the destination, while AC Hotel by Marriott Shenzhen North Station will provide its trademark modern design and seamles

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ABM Evolution: How Top Marketers Are Using Account-Based Strategies

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.

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Outrigger unveils Waikiki Paradise Hotel

Hotel Business

Outrigger Hospitality Group has unveiled the newly reimagined Outrigger Waikiki Paradise Hotel, the brand’s second craft hotel following Outrigger Waikiki Beachcomber Hotel. Formerly known as Ohana Waikiki East, this transformed property merges modern amenities with cultural authenticity to offer guests a truly unique and immersive Hawaii experience, according to developers.

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Oman Is the Calm Alternative to the Gulf’s Glitzy Mega-Projects

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Muscat is the ying to Dubai’s yang. Oman's roadmap doesn’t focus on glitzy mega-projects but rather sustainable growth and cultural preservation.

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OK Corral Gun Club

Webrezpro

Enjoy sport shooting? Check out OK Corral Gun Club. Located in Okeechobee, Florida, this club has clay shooting courses, static ranges, and a competition park along with a variety of accommodation options. You can rent a cabin or book a house for a larger group.

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Accor’s luxury boutique brand Faena planning for 120-Key Property in New York

Hospitality Net

Faena’s unique spirit of luxury and experiential hospitality is making its way to the City of Dreams. Perfectly situated by the High Line and Hudson River, Faena New York is reimagining One High Line’s East Tower as its next destination.

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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!