Drawing from a data set of 3000+ properties across 95+ countries, and representing everything from small hostels to hostel groups, Cloudbeds' State of Hostels report is packed with data. Stay ahead and discover why 2024 is the year of chasing demand. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Archives for 13/03/2024
How Does Airbnb Compete with Hotels? & By Olivia Clifton
After choosing where they’ll vacation, guests typically consider the next difficult decision about their trip: Airbnb or hotel? This company, along with others like VRBO, keeps hoteliers on their toes as they continue to compete for occupancy in both top destinations and less&traveled locations. So, how does airbnb compete with hotels? Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Should Revenue Management Be Involved in Reputation Management? & By Monika Morrobel
We know that reputation management is important, but how involved should revenue managers be in that process? I brought this topic to the leaders of the HSMAI Revenue Optimization Advisory Board to discuss our role in reputation management. Here are our top five takeaways. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Tripleseat for Hotels Partners Up with Urban Cowboy Hotels to Maximize Group Bookings and Event Revenue
Urban Cowboy, a growing design&driven boutique hotel brand, selects Tripleseat for Hotels as its group sales and catering management software trusted to boost group bookings and streamline the event planning process. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
HVS Report & The Benefits of a Small Hotel Management Company & By Kasia M. Russell
The benefits of a large hotel management company may seem obvious. However, when choosing a management company for your hotel, consider looking beyond the obvious and evaluating whether a more personalized and strategic approach is appropriate for your hotel investment goals. This article outlines the benefits of selecting a small hotel management company for the day&to&day operation of … [Read more...]
Ames Escarzega Joins JLL's San Francisco Office As Managing Director
Escarzega, who has over 20 years of industry experience, will focus on hospitality investment sales and advisory in the western U.S. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
IHCL Announces a 350 Key Taj Hotel in Indore, Madhya Pradesh
The hotel is a Greenfield project and will be one of the largest convention facilities in Central India. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Digital Wallets Still Offer Many Undiscovered Treasures
Tourism professionals are better equipped to meet their customers' needs thanks to intelligent 'Guest Cards' & From the transaction to a conversation. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Hotel Association of New York City Foundation Hosts Annual Red Carpet Hospitality Gala
Event Will Feature a Live Broadway Performance from A BEAUTIFUL NOISE, THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
100 Acre JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa to Open 2025 in Greece
Marriott International, Inc. announced it has signed an agreement in collaboration with Vasilakis SA to bring the JW Marriott brand to Greece. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Google Hotel & Restaurant Search Listings Tests Adding Website Link & Search Engine Roundtable
Google is testing adding the hotel and restaurant website link directly to the Google Search hotel and restaurant listings on the main search results screen. This is instead of making you go through the Google hotel or restaurant results interface to learn more. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Online Travel Giants Set New Record for Marketing Spend in 2023 & PhocusWire
Financial figures from Expedia Group, Booking Holdings, Airbnb and Trip.com Group & four of the largest online travel agencies in the world & show the companies spent a record amount of money to promote their brands and attract customers in 2023, as pent&up demand from the pandemic is still driving spending. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Quest Yelverton Kalgoorlie Hotel in Australia Listed for Sale
Local vendors have listed the Quest Yelverton Kalgoorlie Hotel for sale with a price expectation of circa $7 million. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Canadians Among Top Anticipated Travel Spenders for 2024 According to Amex Global Travel Trends Report
The report reveals that Canadians rank as the second highest global market for anticipated average trip spend and are prioritizing spontaneous, bucket list, and once in a lifetime vacations. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Atwell Suites Austin Airport Hotel Opens
Atwell Suites today announced the opening of its first Texas property in Austin. Atwell Suites Austin Airport marks the third U.S. open property for the brand, following debuts in Miami and Denver. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Travel and Tourism Sector Deal Activity Down by 22.5% YoY During January&February 2024
The travel and tourism sector witnessed the announcement of 93 deals globally during the first two months of 2024, an year&on&year (YoY) decline of 22.5% compared to the announcement of 120 deals during the same period in 2023. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Hotel Zessa Santa Ana – a DoubleTree by Hilton Debuts New Name Following Completion of Extensive Renovation
Hotel Zessa, a DoubleTree by Hilton, formerly known as the DoubleTree by Hilton™ Santa Ana - Orange County Airport, proudly announces its new name, following an extensive renovation. Nestled in the heart of Orange County, the hotel welcomes guests to experience a perfect blend of classic upscale style and trendy indie boutique vibes. The transformation captures the essence of Southern … [Read more...]
IRIS Hotels in Saudi Arabia Expands Its Portfolio with Hotelogix&powered Centralised Control
The group has also become compliant with NTMP and ZATCA. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
HVS Hotel Market Report & Tulsa, Oklahoma: Tulsa Tourism Is on the Rise & By Kira Black
Tulsa's tourism industry has experienced a strong recovery from the COVID&19 pandemic. Tulsa experienced record&breaking revenue from tourism in 2022 and 2023, encouraging the local chamber of commerce to focus on sustaining tourism and community&building for the foreseeable future. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Industry&Leading Finance Technology to Be On Display at Hunter Hotel Investment Conference
As a Silver Sponsor, Aptech will showcase the latest in enterprise accounting, business intelligence, and budgeting/forecasting automation in Booth #812 Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Colliers 2024 Canadian Hotel Investment Report
Sustained investor interest and strong operating conditions kept the hotel real estate market active in 2023 with transaction volume of approximately $1.72 billion, pacing slightly ahead of 2022 levels ($1.63 billion). Despite interest rate headwinds, confidence in the hotel asset class was evidenced by a diverse investor pool including new entrants eyeing hotels in a quest for cash flow amidst … [Read more...]
Ruby Announces First Project in Sweden
Ruby Kungsholmen — Photo by ©Bobakstudio/Karminsky Architecture The Ruby Group has marked its debut in the Scandinavian market by securing its' first project. Located in the heart of the island of Kungsholmen in Stockholm, Ruby is set to develop a 187-room hotel. This venture is in partnership with Alecta Fastigheter, a real estate company owned by Sweden´s largest pension fund Alecta. Ruby … [Read more...]
Tampa&St. Petersburg Florida Market Sees 20 Percent Year&over&Year Meeting and Events Growth in February
National Associations and Technology groups lead in four out of five markets Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Web Exclusive: Hilton’s Jessica Shea on wellness trends
Health and wellness remain a hot topic in hotels. Hotel Business caught up with Jessica Shea, VP, wellness, retail and leisure operations, to find out the latest trends and how her company is working to satisfy guests. Why do you think there is a renewed interest in health and wellness among guests? Jessica Shea I’ve worked in hospitality for 20 years, and I have never seen a time when … [Read more...]
The benefits of short-term stays for hotels
By Jared Lerner In the competitive landscape of the hospitality industry, hotels are constantly seeking innovative ways to optimize their operations, increase revenue and enhance guest satisfaction. One such way to do this is via short-term microstays, which allow guests to reserve a room for two to 12 hours in the daytime and access all the amenities of an overnight stay. By embracing this … [Read more...]
Digital Nomad Guide to Living in Porto, Portugal
Portugal’s second city, Porto, is an increasingly popular destination among digital nomads and other remote workers. I’ve spent quite a bit of time in this vibrant, artsy city over the last few years and I can confidently say that it’s an amazing place to live and work remotely.In this comprehensive guide to living in Porto, I’ll share everything you need to know about living in this unique and … [Read more...]
Web Exclusive: Newport Harbor Island Resort to reopen following renovation
Nestled in Newport, RI on Goat Island is the Newport Harbor Island Resort, a true New England destination. The resort has undergone a renovation and plans to open next month. “With every hotel, we try to connect with the community, personally engage guests and start conversations,” said Dawson Design Associates (DDA) Lead Designer Andrea Sheehan. “We immediately dive into the history of the place, … [Read more...]
Meyer Jabara Hotels Continues Growth Trajectory
Meyer Jabara Hotels is on a mission. Recently, the owner/operator of 31 hotels hired an investment expert to source acquisition opportunities, equity investors, and debt financing. Today, Chas Henry joins the company as Senior VP of Business Development and Acquisitions. Appeared first on: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]
IHG Forms Agreement With EnviroSpark for EV Chargers at Canadian and U.S. Hotels
ATLANTA—IHG Hotels & Resorts announced an agreement with EnviroSpark to make electric vehicle chargers (EVCs) available to all IHG-branded hotels across the United States and Canada. IHG hotels can now partner with EnviroSpark on EVCs depending on their individual needs and requirements. This agreement will further expand on IHG’s 1,100 hotels globally with EVCs, and meet the growing customer … [Read more...]
Marriott and Vasilakis SA Partner on a 160-Key JWMarriott in Crete, Greece
Marriott International, Inc. announced it has signed an agreement in collaboration with Vasilakis SA to bring the JW Marriott brand to Greece. Anticipated to open in 2025, JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa will span 100 acres of coastal beauty and will be a haven for travelers who seek a luxury escape paired with exceptional service and holistic well-being experiences. SWOT Hospitality, known for … [Read more...]