eHotelier
DECEMBER 15, 2022
General managers that put more effort into the commercial work in the hotel will likely steal market share from the competition. Here are three things that are the top priorities in 2023 for hotel general managers.
Boutique Hotel News
DECEMBER 15, 2022
US: Highgate has entered into a definitive agreement to purchase LA-based Viceroy Hotels & Resorts, with the transaction expected to close in early 2023. Viceroy debuted in 2000 with the launch of Viceroy Santa Monica. Since then, the brand has evolved to include three hotel categories within its portfolio: the Icon Collection, the Lifestyle Series, and Urban Retreats. .
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eHotelier
DECEMBER 15, 2022
Expanding its executive team, KSL Resorts has named longtime hospitality industry professional Thatcher Dilley its senior vice president, development west. In this newly created role, Dilley is charged with overseeing all capital planning and development for the company’s western properties.
Boutique Hotel News
DECEMBER 15, 2022
Czech Republic: Hospitality technology provider Mews has raised $185 million in Series C funding led by equity investment company Kinnevik and the growth equity business with Goldman Sachs. The latest funding round saw participation from Revaia, Derive Ventures and Orbit Capital, alongside returning investors including Battery Ventures, Notion Capital, Salesforce Ventures, Thayer Ventures, and henQ.
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eHotelier
DECEMBER 15, 2022
Harwood International, the global Dallas-based real estate firm today, announced the company’s flagship boutique hotel property, Hôtel Swexan. Set to open in the summer of 2023, Hôtel Swexan will serve as the crown jewel of the more-walkable-than-ever 19-city block Harwood District. .
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eHotelier
DECEMBER 15, 2022
The Peninsula Istanbul, the newest addition to The Peninsula Hotels’ portfolio of peerlessly elegant and luxurious worldwide properties, is delighted to announce that it is now accepting reservations in advance of its opening on February 14, 2023. Guests can enjoy an exclusive opening offer of €1,050 including complimentary daily breakfast for two; a €100 credit towards dining, spa and wellness; complimentary airport pick up for all suite reservations.”.
Lodging Magazine
DECEMBER 15, 2022
NEW YORK—An affiliate of the principals of Highgate announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to purchase Viceroy Hotels & Resorts. The Los Angeles-based hospitality group is known for its individual hotels and resorts. The Viceroy brand debuted in 2000 with the launch of Viceroy Santa Monica and has evolved into a portfolio of hotels and resorts in destinations such as St Lucia, Chicago, Los Cabos, and Snowmass.
eHotelier
DECEMBER 15, 2022
The recent announcement that Adelaide will host the Australian Football League’s (AFL) Gather Round and LIV Golf in April 2023 has resulted in a boost in the market’s hotel occupancy on the books, according to STR’s Forward STAR data. .
Hotel Owner
DECEMBER 15, 2022
Burgh Island Hotel’s local council development management committee has approved the first major development at the property since 1934, with £3m of renovation having already been completed over the past four years. . The new multi-million-pound development will be upgrading the hotel’s facilities, “setting new standards” for contemporary luxury. . It is reported that the most “prestigious” element of the development is the West Wing extension, which will add 12 en-suite bedrooms over four floor
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eHotelier
DECEMBER 15, 2022
The Baird/STR Hotel Stock Index rose 2.7% in November to a level of 5,430. Year to date through the first 11 months of 2022, the stock index was down 5.5%. .
Hotel Owner
DECEMBER 15, 2022
RBH said that it is celebrating a successful first 12 months of trading for its The Westin London City property with RevPAR reportedly over 20% ahead of its competition. As Marriott International’s 1000th opening in EMEA, The Westin London City opened to “significant anticipation” as the newest waterfront hotel in London. Despite pandemic challenges, RBH said the hotel has outperformed its competitor set comprising some of London’s top luxury properties in all major metrics including market shar
eHotelier
DECEMBER 15, 2022
HiJiffy’s multilingual virtual assistant is capable of handling complex voice communication with guests with a human-like interaction.
Lodging Magazine
DECEMBER 15, 2022
Choice Hotels International, Inc., has appointed Sally Bartas to the position of chief talent and culture officer. In this newly created role, Bartas will work closely with the company’s leaders to expand talent programs, HR strategies, and more. Island Hospitality Management announced that Kate Bleakley has been promoted to vice president of operations, WaterWalk division.
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Global economies are reeling from recent upheavals—pandemic aftershocks, geopolitical conflicts, and a tech sector crunch. Mark Zuckerberg's 2023 "Year of Efficiency" ethos extends into 2024, with leaders seeking cost reductions without stunting growth. No-code technology emerges as a beacon of hope, fostering resilience and adaptability. Platforms like Make.com and Zapier empower even non-technical staff to automate and innovate, freeing IT for strategic tasks.
eHotelier
DECEMBER 15, 2022
Dorchester Collection has announced the appointment of Arabella El Barkouki as global director of sales, effective immediately.
Hotel Owner
DECEMBER 15, 2022
The Bank of England (BoE) has announced that interest rates will be raised by 0.5%, bringing the base rate of interest to 3.5%, the highest level in 14 years. . At a meeting held on 14 December 2022, the Bank’s MPC voted by a majority of 6-3 to increase rates by 0.5 percentage points. . According to the BoE, two members had preferred to maintain the Bank Rate at 3%, while one preferred to increase it by 0.75 percentage points to 3.75%. .
eHotelier
DECEMBER 15, 2022
61% increase in website conversion for hotels running dedicated campaigns.
Hotel Business
DECEMBER 15, 2022
Tennis player Rafael Nadal and Meliá Hotels International have launched ZEL , a new brand of resort and urban leisure hotels that will first operate in Spain, and expand in destinations throughout Europe, the Middle East, Asia and the Americas. The joint venture between Nadal and Meliá Hotels International, both from Mallorca, Spain, aims to create a unique hospitality experience focused on classic Mediterranean character throughout various global destinations, the two report.
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eHotelier
DECEMBER 15, 2022
HFTP has set the 2024 and 2025 dates for its upcoming HITEC.
Serviced Apartments
DECEMBER 15, 2022
SINGAPORE: CAP Worldwide Serviced Apartments has launched CAP Worldwide Singapore PTE Ltd and has opened an APAC service office. The new office is in The Hive, within Singapore’s thriving Central Business District. CAP CEO, Jo Layton said: ‘The CAP team have been successfully servicing our contracted clients across the APAC region for over three years.
Hotel Business
DECEMBER 15, 2022
Virdee , which delivers digital check-in and virtual concierge services to the lodging industry, has integrated with Cloudbeds , an all-in-one lodging operations platform, that will provide hoteliers and hosts with an efficient end-to-end solution for providing contactless guest experiences, the company reports. Virdee will be available as a new partner in Cloudbeds’ Marketplace.
EATER
DECEMBER 15, 2022
Marylu Herrera /Eater. One of the biggest restaurant trends of 2022 combines pasta, seafood, and pure fantasy When it comes to Italian food, red sauce continues to hold strong. There seems to be no stopping Major Food Group’s insistence that there be a chicken parm in every port, and the biggest names are even ensuring that the red-sauce joint is jarred and sold at the grocery store.
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Your Guide to Restaurant Marketing Success Start maximizing ROI and doing more with less with Olo’s ultimate guide to restaurant marketing. In this guide: Strategies to level up in 4 key areas: data, audiences, content distribution, and loyalty Interactive checklists to help you track your progress throughout the year Tips for leveraging guest data across your entire business What you’ll learn: Level 1 | Beginner: Learn how to collect guest data, build a healthy subscriber list, launch personali
Revenue Hub
DECEMBER 15, 2022
Is your 2023 hotel marketing budget a little leaner than you’d like? NB: This is an article from 80 Days. Or, are you looking to refine your approach and experiment with more targeted offers directed at specific age groups in 2023? Read on to discover a tempting trio of different demographics that should be on your radar for 2023… GEN Z & MILLENNIALS.
EATER
DECEMBER 15, 2022
Jenny Huang/Clarkson Potter. The baking icon wanted every page of “What’s for Dessert” to feel like a little celebration You don’t have to be a big-time baker to be an unwavering Claire Saffitz devotee — the former Bon Appétit personality, chef, and cookbook author excels not only in baking but in teaching and translating the art of desserts with ease.
Revenue Hub
DECEMBER 15, 2022
A good Average Daily Rate (ADR) is every hotel owner’s dream. It shows your hotel is doing well and helps keep your business on track. NB: This is an article from Lybra , one of our Expert Partners. So, how exactly can you increase your ADR to realise remarkable returns? To that end, we have compiled a few tips to help you improve the ADR and occupancy rates of your hotel.
PhocusWire
DECEMBER 15, 2022
Trip.com Group's accommodation revenue increased by almost a third to $408 million while transportation ticketing revenue was up 44% to $369 million year-on-year.
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