19 Aprile 2024

• CRM for Hotels: 6 Benefits to Unlock Group Sales Success
  18 Aprile 2024
  CRM for hotels has become essential not only for connecting with guests but also for driving growth in hotel sales and catering. Many hotels currently operate with fragmented systems for managing customer information, including property management systems (PMS), point of sale tools (POS), and various other operational software. Integrating these technologies to capture and use customer data effectively can be challenging, particularly for boosting group sales and catering as demand for events increases.
• PURS Fine Hotels & Restaurants Taps Tripleseat for Hotels to Maximize Group Sales and Streamline Event Planning
  18 Aprile 2024
  Tripleseat for Hotels, the leading cloud-based group sales and catering management platform for hotels announces its exciting new collaboration with PURS Fine Hotels & Restaurants, an acclaimed German-based hospitality group with luxury properties located in the historic town of Andernach situated along the picturesque Rhine river.
• Saudi Arabia’s Tourism Development Fund (TDF) and Karisma Hotels & Resorts International sign MOU
  18 Aprile 2024
  Saudi Arabia’s Tourism Development Fund (TDF) and Karisma Hotels & Resorts International signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), exploring opportunities for developing luxury resorts in Saudi Arabia. The signing took place on 17th April at the International Hospitality Investment Forum (IHIF) in Berlin.
• Cycas appointed to introduce Fairfield by Marriott brand yo UK Market
  18 Aprile 2024
  Cycas Hospitality’s growth momentum continues into the second quarter of 2024, following the hotel operator’s appointment to manage the UK’s first Fairfield by Marriott hotel, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands.
• Start Treating Direct Online Distribution Costs as… Distribution Costs!
  18 Aprile 2024
  Currently direct online bookings and their distribution costs: ongoing website hosting and technology upgrades, website content optimization, SEO, website visitors referrals fees (metasearch and paid search CPCs, online media and retargeting referrals, etc.), hosting, analytics, data marketing, email marketing, social media marketing, digital marketing agency fees, etc. - all come from the Sales & Marketing Budget, which is a line item in the property budget.
• Emeraude Hotels partner with Mews to offer guest-centric hospitality driven by innovation
  18 Aprile 2024
  Mews, the industry-leading hospitality cloud that was recently named Best PMS at HotelTechAwards 2024, has been selected by Emeraude Hotels to power their portfolio across France.
• IHG Hotels & Resorts Launches Apple AirPlay in North American Hotels
  18 Aprile 2024
  Today, global hospitality leader IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) launches AirPlay in the first phase of hotel rooms, giving guests the ability to stream content privately and securely from their iPhone or iPad to the TV in their guest rooms. AirPlay is available at more than 60 hotels in North America, including properties like InterContinental Buckhead Atlanta, Hotel Indigo NYC Downtown – Wall Street and Holiday Inn & Suites Ottawa Kanata.
• Otelier Announces Second Annual Night Auditor Appreciation Day on May 18
  18 Aprile 2024
  Otelier, the hospitality performance optimization platform that puts data and efficiency at the heart of hotel operations, is once again preparing to shine a spotlight on the unsung heroes of hospitality with the celebration of the second annual Night Auditor Appreciation Day on May 18.
• Luxury hotels and a ‘sense of place’: The branding imperative
  18 Aprile 2024
  ‘Sense of place’ has long been a buzz phrase. Linked to a range of disciplines from urban planning to sociology, nowadays it is increasingly being used in the hospitality industry. It captures the physical aspects, culture and history of a place, as well as its impact on the senses, which can trigger emotions. Over time, it can create feelings of familiarity, comfort and security, as well as a sense of belonging: it’s a place where one feels, quite literally, ‘at home’. As we journey on, checking out brand identity examples will give us a better understanding of this concept.
• Manhattan lodging market stabilizes and grows in Q4 ‘23
  18 Aprile 2024
  Manhattan hotels have seen an increase in occupancy, average daily rate (ADR) and revenue per available room. But the growth rate has started to decline as the market stabilizes. Cheaper hotels gained from market fatigue, with midscale properties having three times the ADR growth than higher-priced hotels in Q4.
• Shaping Hospitality’s Future with Dimitri Manikis of Wyndham Hotels
  18 Aprile 2024
  Dimitri Manikis is the President of Wyndham Hotels and Resorts for Europe, Middle East, Eurasia and Africa. Wyndham is the world’s biggest franchise with 25 brands across 9,200 hotels in 95 countries. Dimitri’s region includes around 650 hotels in 45 countries.
• Global Trends and Local Experiences: The Role of Specialized PMS in Luxury Hospitality
  18 Aprile 2024
  In my role as Senior Vice President at Shiji Group, I lead our efforts across the vibrant markets of Asia Pacific & Middle East, drawing extensively on my previous experiences at Oracle and Micros Fidelio. This position, enriched by over twenty years in hospitality, allows me to blend cutting-edge technology with the unique cultural intricacies of each locale. The sophistication of Asia’s luxury hospitality market demands a nuanced approach to integrating modernity with tradition, which I look to promote by using tailored technology.
• Duetto and Shiji enhance integration with folio data
  18 Aprile 2024
  Duetto, a global leader in revenue management systems, has announced today that its software can now receive and process folio messages from the Shiji Enterprise Platform (PMS).
• Saudi Arabia Highlights Investment Initiatives in Tourism at International Hospitality Investment Forum​
  18 Aprile 2024
  The Saudi Ministry of Tourism is currently taking a prominent stage at the International Hospitality Investment Forum (IHIF), presenting a unique opportunity for global investors to dive into the thriving tourism landscape of the Kingdom. With the spotlight on the Tourism Investment Enablers Program (TIEP), that was recently announced, Saudi Arabia is aggressively pushing towards its Vision 2030 goal of being a top global tourism destination for investors and tourists alike. ​
• Kempinski’s Sister Brand Bristoria Plans China Opening in 2025
  18 Aprile 2024
  Next to the planned Kempinski Hotel Yangzhou Nuoyuan, Bristoria Hotel Yangzhou will have 312 guestrooms and a wide selection of meeting rooms and function spaces, providing a home from home for travellers visiting the region to explore the city’s dynamic business opportunities. As the first ever Bristoria hotel in China, guests can expect a more laid-back ambiance than big-sister Kempinski, with a philosophy based on simple excellence: a great night’s sleep, fresh local cuisine and first-class business facilities and connectivity.
• Kempinski Expands in China’s Jiangsu Province
  18 Aprile 2024
  When complete, the lakeside Kempinski Hotel Yangzhou Nuoyuan inspired by the characteristics of Sui and Tang architecture with modern design will be home to 93 elegantly appointed rooms and suites overlooking landscaped gardens and waterways, The boutique-sized hotel will also be home to a swimming pool and spa with gym and fitness centre, and a stunning ballroom for high-profile events and corporate functions.
• Sommet Education Unveils New Step in Strategic Digital Expansion with Online Executive Certificates
  18 Aprile 2024
  Sommet Education, a leader in hospitality management education, unveils new step in strategic digital expansion initiative. Focused on elevating executive and lifelong learning, Sommet Education introduces innovative online Executive certificates to meet professionals’ evolving needs and enhance their expertise across diverse industries.
• Hilton Grand Vacations and Great Wolf Lodge Partner to Offer New Travel Experiences for Families
  18 Aprile 2024
  Hilton Grand Vacations Inc. (NYSE:HGV), the premier vacation ownership and experiences company, announced a partnership with Great Wolf Lodge, the owner and operator of North America’s largest family of indoor water park resorts, to help expand family travel options for guests/members of both companies. The partnership will allow HGV members who are looking for a high-quality, quick drive-to, family getaway the ability to exchange club points for stays at 19 Great Wolf Lodge locations across the U.S., while also introducing interested guests of the indoor water park resort to the benefits of vacation ownership.
• Hotel Association of NYC Foundation Annual ‘Red Carpet Hospitality Gala’ Lights Up Big Apple
  18 Aprile 2024
  The Hotel Association of NYC Foundation, charitable arm of the Hotel Association of New York City (HANYC), hosted its annual “Red Carpet Hospitality Gala” at The Intercontinental Barclay in Manhattan on Monday, April 1, recognizing Hyatt Hotels and Resorts U.S. and Canada President Susan Santiago with its Hospitality Award and Robin Hood Foundation’s CEO Richard R. Buery, Jr. with its Humanitarian Award.
• Destination by Hyatt to Make its South American Debut in Paracas, Peru
  18 Aprile 2024
  Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) and El Pardo Hospitality today announced plans for The Legend Paracas Resort in Paracas, Peru to join the Destination by Hyatt brand, marking the introduction of the brand in South America. Expected to join the Destination by Hyatt brand in June 2024, the hotel is currently undergoing a phased enhancement project to elevate guestrooms, offer new culinary options, and redesign public areas. Enhancements will be done in a thoughtful manner over the next 24 months in an effort to avoid impacting the guest experience.
• Caption by Hyatt Zhongshan Park Shanghai Opens Its Doors
  18 Aprile 2024
  New select-service lifestyle hotel marks the Asia-Pacific debut of the Caption by Hyatt brand.
• Hilton Expands Guadalajara Portfolio with Signing of Canopy by Hilton Guadalajara, Continuing the Company’s Rapid Growth in Mexico
  18 Aprile 2024
  Expected to open in 2028, the hotel will join Hilton’s portfolio of more than 90 hotels in Mexico and continue to strengthen its presence in the growing city of Guadalajara.
• Wyndham Brings Rewards to its Business Program, Simplifies Travel for Businesses of All Sizes
  18 Aprile 2024
  Whether you’re a startup looking to maximize travel budgets, a travel manager wanting to recognize employees, or a construction foreman needing a last-minute, multi-week group booking—managing your company’s travel needs is now easier than ever thanks to Wyndham and its newly expanded, free-to-join, Wyndham Business program.
• Mövenpick Hotel Istanbul Marmara Sea opens its doors unveiling a unique experience with breathtaking views
  18 Aprile 2024
  Mövenpick, part of Accor, a world leading hospitality Group is excited to announce the opening of Mövenpick Hotel Istanbul Marmara Sea at an exceptional waterfront setting in Zeytinburnu. The hotel is set to open its doors on April 15, extending a warm welcome to its guests in the heart of Istanbul.
• Turkey’s Positive Outlook
  18 Aprile 2024
  Turkey has always attracted visitors with its deep-rooted history, culture and stunning scenery. Furthermore, its enhanced air connections and transportation networks have elevated its appeal for both leisure and business trips. Despite recent obstacles, like economic setbacks, inflation and currency devaluation, Turkey’s hospitality industry remains resilient.