As more companies adopt chatbots and other conversational interfaces to improve their customer service and operational efficiency, the need for talented individuals to develop, maintain, and operate these systems is also increasing. Against this backdrop, GlobalData finds that companies are posting jobs related to OpenAI, ChatGPT, OpenAI/ChatGPT. Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Selina Catahoula Hotel in New Orleans Completes Renovations
The hotel also added 8 additional keys for a total of 51 guestrooms that includes Standard, Studio, and Suite accommodations. Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
International Tourists Unlocking Economic Recovery Across the UAE Says the World Travel & Tourism Council
Travel & Tourism jobs surpassing 2019 levels in Dubai and Abu Dhabi - Overseas visitors spending more in Dubai than in 2019 Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Interview: Skyware CEO Bob Palloni Shares Insights to Help Independent Hotels Navigate a New Era of Hospitality Technology – By Alan Young
A tech veteran’s insider tips on driving next-level efficiencies, cost savings, and elevating guest service to successfully compete in today’s digital economy Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Rockbridge opens The Pennywell in St. Louis
US: Private equity firm Rockbridge has opened The Pennywell St. Louis Downtown, a Hilton Hotel, operated by HEI Hotels & Resorts. The Pennywell is housed in the former Merchants-Laclede National Bank. Designer Jacky Arena Interiors oversaw the renovation. Now complete, the hotel offers 195 rooms, a lobby lounge, coworking spaces, a bar and restaurant, and a fitness centre. The … [Read more...]
Brazil Relaunches 'Marca Brasil' Branding
Brazil’s government relaunched its “Marca Brasil” branding and logo, created in 2005 and utilized through 2018, said officials at Embratur, the country’s tourism promotion agency. The branding represents a departure from the logo and messaging utilized between 2019 and 2022, officials said.The branding will be featured in Brazil’s international tourism promotion campaigns and represents “a new … [Read more...]
U.S. Hotel Stocks Jumped 16.4% in January
In January, the Baird/STR Hotel Stock Index surpassed both the S&P 500 (+6.2%) and the MSCI US REIT Index (+10.5%). Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
New-Build 249 Room Radisson Collection Hotel & Conference Center, Abuja Nigeria Announced
Located next to the Presidential Palace in Maitama District, the hotel will be a 45-minute drive from the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, the country's second busiest airport after Lagos. Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Outrigger partners with Solonis
Solonis, a provider of property management solutions, has partnered with Outrigger Hospitality Group to deliver its property management system and guest engagement technologies to its portfolio of 16 Hawaii Vacation Condo properties across Hawaii. “We appreciate Solonis’ thoughtful approach towards innovation and are pleased to partner with them to provide our condo owners and guests with new … [Read more...]
Amsterdam to ban cannabis smoking in public to curb ‘grim’ tourist behaviour
Smoking weed on the streets of Amsterdam's inner city will soon be banned, the city’s council has announced.The destination has long been known for cannabis but local residents have complained that overtourism is making the centre of the city unlivable. More than 18 million travellers visited Amsterdam last year.“Residents of the old town suffer a lot from mass tourism and alcohol and drug abuse … [Read more...]
PwC: Manhattan had solid Q4
Increases in occupancy, ADR and RevPAR continued to accelerate across Manhattan during the second half of 2022, according to PwC’s Manhattan Lodging Overview. Q4 RevPAR experienced a year-over-year increase of 54.2%, with the strongest gains in October—up 85.8%. Q3 RevPAR increased 75.1% from the same period in 2021. “RevPAR exceeded pre-pandemic levels at Manhattan hotels for the first time in 2H … [Read more...]
LE: Europe ends ’22 with robust construction pipeline
In the year-end 2022 Europe Hotel Construction Pipeline Trend Report from Lodging Econometrics (LE), analysts report that at the close of the fourth quarter, Europe’s total construction pipeline stood at 1,711 projects/260,911 rooms. At the Q4 close, there were 784 projects/123,377 rooms under construction, 403 projects/60,724 rooms scheduled to start construction in the next 12 months and … [Read more...]
Mit Shah to be honored by UJA-Federation of New York
UJA-Federation will honor Mit Shah, CEO, Noble Investment Group, during its annual Hospitality Division reception following the NYU Investment Conference on June 6 at the New York Marriott Marquis. Shah will be recognizd for his professional and philanthropic achievements. The event will raise vital funds to support UJA-Federation of New York’s efforts to help those in crisis throughout the … [Read more...]
IHG opens first Vignette Collection hotel in the Americas
IHG Hotels & Resorts has debuted the Vignette Collection in the Americas with the opening of Yours Truly DC. Vignette Collection, the newest brand in IHG’s Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio, is a family of hotels connected by a shared vision that travel can benefit local people and places. Located in Washington, DC’s eclectic Dupont Circle, Yours Truly is a “bohemian-inspired haven designed to … [Read more...]
Choice reports company-record revenues in ’22
Choice Hotels International Inc. reported total revenues of $1.4 billion for full-year 2022, a record for the company and a 31% increase compared to the same period of 2021. It also reached a company-record adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) for full-year 2022 of $478.6 million, a 19% increase compared to the same period of 2021. “2022 was a … [Read more...]
When Luxury Included makes perfect sense at the Sandals Grande St. Lucian
Set on its own stunning peninsula, this Luxury Included® resort is perfect for a relaxing beach escape. Let the views stir your soul and the people steal your heart at Saint Lucia’s grandest all-inclusive resort. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]
HEI Hotels & Resorts Assumes Management of Hyatt Regency Boston Harbor
HEI Hotels & Resorts announced it has assumed management of the 270-room Hyatt Regency Boston Harbor Hotel in Boston, Massachusetts. The Hyatt Regency, owned by Pebblebrook Hotel Trust, is located near Logan International Airport. Situated along the Boston Harbor waterfront, the hotel overlooks the harbor. In addition to proximity to Logan Airport, the hotel has access to downtown Boston and … [Read more...]
Machu Picchu Reopens to Tourism
Officials in Peru have announced that the iconic tourist site Machu Picchu has been reopened to visitors as of Wednesday, February 15.The centuries-old religious sanctuary in South America's Andes Mountains had been closed since January 21 due to civil unrest stemming from local protests calling for the resignation of President Dina Boluarte and members of Peru’s Congress.ADVERTISINGLast month's … [Read more...]
Aurora Expeditions Expands Into Northern Greenland with New Itinerary
Aurora Expeditions is expanding into the less-visited region of northeast Greenland with a new itinerary, the 14-day East Greenland Explorer, which will depart on August 15, 2023. Trending Now ADVERTISINGBeginning in Reykjavik, Iceland onboard the Greg Mortimer … [Read more...]
Choice rises in upscale and extended stay segments
In 2022 the Choice Hotels portfolio expanded to 22 brands and nearly 7,500 hotels, representing almost 630,000 rooms, in 46 countries and territories. Milestone moments Last year saw the grand opening of the first Everhome Suites and opening of the 65th Cambria Hotel, to the brand relaunch of Suburban Studios and the acquisition of Radisson Hotels Americas. The breadth of Choice Hotels … [Read more...]