Skift Blog
APRIL 17, 2024
Skift Take: The net proceeds of Brian Chesky's 10-year pay package — which he said would be donated to host programs and to charities — would really soar if Airbnb's share price breaches tough-to-reach targets.
Are Morch
MARCH 27, 2024
In the ever-evolving landscape of the hospitality industry, the quest for higher revenue, enhanced productivity, and greater guest satisfaction is relentless. Leading the charge in this digital transformation is Velma, an AI-powered assistant designed specifically for hotels. Velma is not just any virtual assistant; it’s a game-changer, transforming online visitors into loyal guests through a […] The post Revolutionizing The Hotel Guest Experiences of Tomorrow with Velma: The AI-Powe
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Lodging
MARCH 31, 2024
A strategically designed menu has an enormous impact on customer choice and your bottom line. Menus created with top food choices in mind will encourage the customer to explore their options and pick something they might not normally choose. If implemented correctly, this will have a positive effect on your profits. Explore the art and science of menu engineering.
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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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
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
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.
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Hotel Designs
APRIL 10, 2024
Hotel Designs The undeniable advantages of choosing a hotel over Airbnb VIP arrivals: hottest hotel openings in March 2024 Returning from two years of travel, Deputy Editor Megan Christopher discusses the advantages of choosing a hotel over Airbnb… Ah, the age-old debate – Airbnb or hotel? For the seasoned traveller seeking a guaranteed haven of comfort and productivity, the answer leans decidedly towards the professional hospitality experience.
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.
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.
Skift Blog
APRIL 24, 2024
Skift Take: New York and California dominated in the top "key" category with Michelin's new U.S. hotel ratings. Maybe it's time to take a trip to wine country.
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
Skift Blog
APRIL 21, 2024
Skift Take: Thousands of fed-up residents took to the streets of Tenerife. Activists want a new tourism model that puts locals first. But businesses seek sustained growth from a tourism sector that drives about a third of the local economy.
Skift Blog
APRIL 23, 2024
Skift Take: Who's in and who's out of American Airlines' new preferred agency program to date? The deadline extension seems to indicate their are some hiccups along the way.
Skift Blog
APRIL 25, 2024
Skift Take: India’s largest airline has taken the next logical step in its growth story by ordering a sizeable number of widebody aircraft. Combined with the A321XLR, the A350-900 will give the airline the ability to connect people from India to the world.
Skift Blog
MARCH 26, 2024
Skift Take: In a recent interview, Hilton CEO Chris Nassetta discussed the hotel giant's record-breaking year for hotel development, the drivers behind its loyalty program's growth, and how it's trying to tame its carbon emissions.
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Skift Blog
MARCH 27, 2024
Skift Take: Google is the among the tech giants investing in a reimagined, AI-powered future of travel planning and booking. How can the smaller companies compete?
Skift Blog
MARCH 29, 2024
Skift Take: Two U.S. federal agencies warned hotel companies that using the same pricing software as rivals use may risk violating antitrust law in highly concentrated markets.
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.
Skift Blog
APRIL 23, 2024
Skift Take: Just as online travel companies experiment with new features on their website pages, Trivago does something similar with its TV ads. Too soon to tell which ones will make the cut.
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Skift Blog
APRIL 23, 2024
Skift Take: JetBlue reported a $716 million loss on Tuesday as it recalibrates its strategy as a standalone carrier following the termination of its merger with Spirit Airlines.
Skift Blog
APRIL 22, 2024
Skift Take: The world's largest hotel group has had its carbon reduction plans approved by the world’s main verifier of corporate climate targets. Marriott follows Accor, Hilton, and IHG in having SBTi verify its plans.
Skift Blog
JANUARY 16, 2024
Skift Take: As brand loyalty and consumer retention become increasingly important business metrics, travel brands must find new and innovative ways to reach and engage consumers.
Skift Blog
MARCH 27, 2024
Skift Take: Today's podcast looks at Google's new AI tools, the U.S. State Department's new approach to visa wait times, and Australia's new record number of Indian tourists.
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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.
Lodging
FEBRUARY 5, 2024
The security and safety of all guests, employees, and visitors at hotels is top priority for hotel security management teams. Investing in upgrades to security and safety technology helps hotels stay compliant, manage assets, and prevent security incidents. One component of security technology that hotels invest in is key control and asset management solutions.
Skift Blog
JANUARY 10, 2024
Skift Take: The safety of the traveling public tops all other concerns when it comes to Boeing's 737 Max 9 plane, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said.
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.
Skift Blog
APRIL 22, 2024
Skift Take: The Great Barrier Reef is experiencing its fifth coral bleaching event in eight years. Surprisingly, tour operators are crucial in providing the research the government needs to save the treasure.
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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.
Skift Blog
APRIL 21, 2024
Skift Take: The Ferragamo family's Portrait Milano hotel has taken the Italian fashion capital by storm. It did so through its philosophy of "inclusive exclusivity," its celebrated pasta bianco dish, and some star-studded events. Is Naples, Venice, or Palermo next?
Skift Blog
APRIL 24, 2024
Skift Take: Understanding what Chinese travelers want is crucial for stakeholders in the tourism industry to tailor offerings and experiences that match these changing preferences.
Skift Blog
APRIL 20, 2024
Skift Take: The Emirates President's honest assessment of the situation after Tuesday's record rainfall in Dubai indicates that the airline is determined to be better prepared for similar events in the future.
Skift Blog
FEBRUARY 7, 2024
Skift Take: Taylor Swift is a modern day Midas - everything she touches turns to gold. Fans can’t get enough of the Eras Tour, brought to cities around the world by one of the shrewdest business minds of a generation.
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