Skift Blog
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Skift Take: Gary Kelly has been a part of the Southwest family for almost four decades. Will his departure and that of six other board members be enough to keep Elliott happy?
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
In the modern, data-centric, tech-reliant hospitality industry, hotels depend heavily on third-party vendors to streamline operations, enhance guest service, and maximize profits and productivity. This dependency, however, introduces a vulnerability as it involves sharing sensitive data with these external partners.
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Skift Blog
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Skift Take: It’s not too late to reserve your seat today for the most anticipated thought leadership conference in the travel industry: Skift Global Forum on September 17-19 in New York City.
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
ATLANTA, September 10, 2024 - Repay Holdings Corporation (NASDAQ: RPAY) (“REPAY”), a leading provider of vertically-integrated payment solutions, today announced an embedded integration with Otelier, a hospitality software and performance optimization platform, to create a one-stop shop for their clients to more efficiently execute vendor payments from the same platform they process and manage invoices, DigiPay.
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.
Lodging
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
HOUSTON, Texas—WorldVue announced that it will be the designated in-room entertainment provider for Loews Hotels & Co properties by 2027. Four additional properties will be implemented this year, with the rest to follow throughout 2025 and beyond. Loews Hotels will eventually deploy the WorldVue HUB within its guestrooms. This new offering represents an advancement in in-room entertainment for New York-based Loews Hotels.
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Knowland, the world’s leading provider of data-as-a-service insights on meetings and events for hospitality, reported that New York ranked second among the top 25 markets, with over 30 percent year-over-year (YoY) meeting volume growth driven primarily by sports tourism for August. Las Vegas ranked first with 36 percent YoY growth. This data is sourced from Knowland’s sales intelligence platform designed to help hoteliers protect and grow their revenue base.
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Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
JW Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, unveils its first property in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, with the opening of JW Marriott Hotel & Suites Saigon. Located at the junction of Hai Ba Trung Street and Le Duan Boulevard, with a direct connection to the popular mPlaza Saigon, this 565-key, dual-tower property is nestled within District 1, the city’s commercial and cultural hub.
Lodging
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
NewcrestImage acquired the DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Columbus Downtown in Ohio. The deal was brokered by Hunter Hotel Advisors, with Senior Vice Presidents Tim Osborne and Spencer Davidson representing the institutional seller. “This acquisition underscores our continued appetite for transactions that offer strong growth potential in both market share and asset value,” said Mehul Patel, managing partner and CEO, NewcrestImage.
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Balancing distribution channels between Online Travel Agencies (OTAs) and direct bookings is essential for maximizing revenue and maintaining control over the guest experience. While OTAs can drive significant traffic and bookings, relying too heavily on them can lead to increased distribution costs and diminished profit margins. These easily accessible OTA discounts often reduce the perceived value for guests and add additional costs for hotels in the form of commissions, which typically range
Lodging
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
GAINESVILLE, Florida—Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville announced the recent completion of its all-encompassing renovation, providing a refresh of the property’s 104 guestrooms, lobby, fitness center, meeting spaces, and outdoor pool. “We’re beyond thrilled to share Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville’s new look and feel,” said Husani Parris, general manager. “We can’t wait to continue to serve our guests, new and returning, with the highest level of hospitality in our newly renovated space.
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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
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Red Roof®, an award-winning leader in the lodging industry, continues to invest in new hotels and strengthen the brand and its business. The company opened its 700th property, a new build in Jamaica, N.Y., along with a new build and prototype, the HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof® Tampa - Airport, in Tampa, Fla. The dual openings reflect continued demand for the Red Roof economy lodging brand and underscore the company’s unwavering commitment to a quality experience and great value for budget-consc
Lodging
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Powering hotels can be expensive. Energy accounts for 6 percent of all operating costs; on average, U.S. hotels spend $2,196 annually per available room on this line item, according to a report from the EPA’s ENERGY STAR program. For full-service hotels, reducing energy consumption by 10 percent is comparable to raising average daily rate by $1.35. But energy efficiency brings benefits beyond boosting the bottom line.
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Hotel Internet Services (HIS), a leading provider of advanced internet connectivity solutions for the hospitality sector, announces the successful completion of a major WiFi network upgrade at Best Western Plus Dubuque in Iowa. The full-service hotel property recently partnered with HIS to ensure that seamless internet access is available throughout all onsite areas of the property, including all 150 guestrooms and 8,500 square feet of meeting space.
Lodging
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Hilton announced that Graduate Hotels has officially joined Hilton’s 24 brands. Guests of the 34 Graduate by Hilton hotels can now earn and redeem Hilton Honors points while staying at the brand in the United States and United Kingdom. In addition to earning points, Hilton Honors members can access experiences through the Hilton Honors Experiences platform.
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 Net
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
IHG® Hotels & Resorts has announced the launch of the first Regent Residences in the Middle East through an agreement with Sankari, a premier luxury real estate developer in Dubai.
Skift Blog
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Skift Take: Japan's casino dreams are ramping up as Osaka IR takes a leap of faith, ditching its exit clause. But with rising costs and public doubts, the stakes are sky-high. Will this gamble succeed, or is Japan risking a costly blunder in a competitive market?
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Raffles Hotels & Resorts is proud to reveal ‘The Butler Did It,’ the newest campaign from the luxury hospitality brand. The project, which brings together exceptional creative talent, celebrates the brand’s legendary Butler Service and its role in creating an inspiring and unexpected guest experience.
Skift Blog
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Skift Take: The travel industry is rapidly evolving, and the State of Travel 2024 report provides comprehensive insights into the key trends and shifts shaping its future.
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
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.
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Rocco Forte Hotels is delighted to announce the opening of Rocco Forte House Milan on 29th August 2024. Located in the heart of Milan, eleven exclusive apartments offer guests an extraordinary combination of luxury, privacy and personalised service.
Skift Blog
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Skift Take: Meet Ask Skift 2.0 – your upgraded guide to smarter travel knowledge, powered by years of expertise and cutting-edge AI.
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Swissôtel, a globally recognised symbol of Swiss hospitality excellence, today announces the opening of Swissôtel Poiana Brasov, which marks the entry of the premium brand in Romania. Nestled within the lush greenery of the Postăvarul Massif, this new property offers an ideal retreat for skiers, hikers and nature lovers in the country’s most popular mountain resort.
Lodging
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
For hotels looking to take sustainability to the next level, they can’t get there without contributions from both associates and guests alike. For that reason, hotel executives continue to emphasize the importance of properties communicating and detailing their efforts both internally and externally. Mike Shutts, VP, engineering, security and sustainability, CoralTree Hospitality, reinforced the point.
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Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Element by Westin, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of extraordinary hotel brands, makes its debut in Denmark with its first opening in Esbjerg. Core Hospitality has confirmed that the hotel A Place To will be rebranded to become Element by Westin Esbjerg at the beginning of 2025.
Lodging
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
While taking steps to “go Green” can have many benefits for hoteliers on its own, getting recognized for such measures is also critical for these properties. For that reason, finding the right green certification is essential for properties and can help tip the scales in their favor when it comes to consumers making decisions. But there are a many different organizations and places to get this certification, and not all carry the same weight in […] The post Getting the Right Certification
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
DoubleTree by Hilton London Tower of London, known for its skyline views, rooftop bar Savage Garden, and prime location near attractions like the Tower of London - is rolling out plans for a significant renovation this year. The investment will see the refurbishment and redesign of 200 bedrooms across three floors, making way for new Deluxe and Executive Rooms.
Lodging
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Sustainable Cleaning Solution Generator PathoSans, a leading provider of sustainable and socially responsible cleaning and disinfecting solutions, has launched its new space-saving Compact Concentrate (CTC) onsite generator. The generator can be wall-mounted and provides cleaners with a continuous supply of PathoClean and PathoCide from a typical janitorial closet or any location where water and a drain are present. pathosans.com Recycling Solutions Rubbermaid Commercial Products’ Configure cont
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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.
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Making its highly anticipated comeback on 27 September 2024, the iconic Dusit Thani Bangkok hotel is set to reaffirm its status as one of the city’s most beloved and recognised landmarks and a beacon of gracious Thai hospitality.
Lodging
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Hotels got the memo a couple of years ago. The detritus of modern life—including those omnipresent plastic water bottles and miniature soaps and lotions found in guest bathrooms—were threatening our oceans and marine life and contributing to global warming. In response, many implemented waste-reduction measures such as replacing those plastic bottles with bulk dispensers and paper menus and brochures with QR codes to access information digitally.
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Maestro PMS, the hotel industry’s leading Web Browser-based cloud and on-premises all-in-one property-management system, has teamed with industry-leading financial management platform Data Plus to elevate the technology offerings at the famed Francisco Grande Hotel & Golf Resort. The seamless end-to-end integration is giving the property valuable insights into their financial performance, including occupancy rates, revenue streams, and more, and management is making better informed and more time
Lodging
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Recycling programs have long been part and parcel of any worthwhile sustainability effort, but with a variety of new product solutions and strategies now available to hoteliers, the potential benefits of recycling have never been greater. Cutting-edge eco-friendly solutions also continue to drive change throughout the sustainability landscape, shifting the overall climate for green efforts and adding a bottom-line component as well.
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