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August 16, 2021

137 Million American Adults (53%) to Travel for Labor Day 2021 Despite 75% Concerned About the Delta Variant According to a Survey by The Vacationer

A new survey from The Vacationer (https://thevacationer.com/labor-day-travel-survey-2021/) shows 137 Million American adults (53%) plan to travel for Labor Day this year. Despite the increase in travel from the Fourth of July, 75% (194 million adults) say Covid-19 and the Delta variant is either a big concern or a slight concern when considering Labor Day plans.

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August 13, 2021

Hotel Executives Weigh Obstacles to Recovery at Hotel Data Conference

To reach full recovery, the U.S. hotel industry must minimize obstacles such as the Delta variant and find ways to attract talent from outside the hospitality industry, hoteliers said during the first day of the 2021 Hotel Data Conference.

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August 12, 2021

Growing Search Volume, Longer Search Windows Point to Return of Traveler Optimism

With nearly three-quarters of consumers saying they’re planning a trip in the next 12 months, new search data corroborates that more travelers are optimistic about the return of travel.

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August 5, 2021

Revolut’s ‘super app’ could threaten future profitability of leading travel brands across Europe and US, says GlobalData

Revolut’s new super app, ‘Stays’, could threaten the profitability of leading travel brands across Europe and the US, says GlobalData. The leading data and analytics company notes that the app has beat leading brands in the move towards end-to-end booking solutions, which comes right at home with travel-hungry customers looking for deals online.

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August 5, 2021

Booking revenue triples on travel demand boost from U.S., Europe

Online travel agency Booking Holdings Inc (BKNG.O) said on Wednesday its quarterly revenue more than tripled and trounced estimates, driven by strong demand in Europe and the United States as more people planned their long-delayed getaways.

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August 2, 2021

Second Quarter Hotel Demand Growth Surprises Forecasters, But Roadblocks Remain

Hotel demand growth has outpaced expectations for this leisure-driven summer travel season, but that doesn't mean the overall recovery is further along than anticipated, forecasting experts said at the Americas Lodging Investment Summit.

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July 27, 2021

Changes in travel are likely here to stay. And that's a good thing

As the world finally starts to reopen and we emerge from the pandemic, there are so many things that have been altered or impacted by Covid-19.

travelweekly.com

The next-gen metrics that move hotel P&L

Hotel tech has changed what's possible – and measurable. RevPAR and ADR aren't enough; discover the metrics that really matter.

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July 27, 2021

The next normal: How travel brands can chart the journey forward from Covid-19

With cities locked down, borders closed and mask-wearing people limiting exposure to each other, it’s not surprising that airlines, hotels and travel experience providers all saw staggering drops in their businesses during 2020. According to the World Travel & Tourism Council, the travel and hospitality sector lost nearly $4.7 trillion last year. Yikes.

marketingweek.co.uk

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July 26, 2021

What’s the Price of an Uncleaned Hotel Room?

When Alex Diaz was furloughed last March, along with most of his colleagues, he did not expect to be back anytime soon.

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July 23, 2021

Storytelling Gives Boutique Hotels Edge In Competitive Markets

Whether it's a new-build property or a 100-year hotel that has witnessed history, storytelling is what sets boutique hotels apart from branded properties.

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July 22, 2021

The First Rule of Personalization: How to Not Annoy the Customer

Personalization is more than an advertising industry buzzword—it is one of the most common goals of modern marketers.

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July 21, 2021

Marriott’s new CEO sat down with TPG to talk Bonvoy benefits, hot breakfast and more

Long before he was interested in hotels, Anthony “Tony” Capuano wanted to be a fighter pilot.

thepointsguy.com

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July 16, 2021

Why online-travel giant Booking is getting into the fintech game

Add Booking Holdings Inc. to the list of e-commerce companies betting that a tighter control over the payments process will create a better experience for consumers—and a new revenue stream.

marketwatch.com

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July 14, 2021

The Ethics of Producing Travel Content Post Pandemic

In the lead up to the first lockdown, there was definitely a formula that worked for travel content. From couples posing in the waterfalls of Bali and beaches of Tulum, to floating breakfasts and beautiful sunsets from beautiful houses in the Maldives - we’re aware of many examples of how successful aspirational travel content was made.

talkinginfluence.com

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July 13, 2021

The importance of agile marketing in today’s shifting media landscape

Last year, the pandemic significantly impacted media and advertising. According to Kantar, US media spending in the first half of 2020 dropped nearly 20% compared to the same period in 2019—with travel category media spending plunging more than 50%. On the flip side, consumers spent an unprecedented amount of time at home in 2020, causing an unusual boost in time spent with media and online.

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July 13, 2021

Independent-Focused Hotel Managers Add More Soft Brands as Segment Grows

Third-party hotel management companies with a focus on boutique and lifestyle properties are noticing an uptick in soft-branded hotels seeking their services.

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July 6, 2021

Crowds Return For Euros Tournament, But Hotels Report Fewer Bookings Than Normal

The UEFA European Soccer Championships, better known as the Euros, is the first major crowed-attended, international event to be staged across Europe as the continent emerges from the COVID-19 pandemic.

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June 24, 2021

Hotel Brands Expect Hybrid Events To Flourish Post-Pandemic

While events and group business streams have largely laid dormant through the depths of the COVID-19 pandemic, hotel brands and operators say conversations and future bookings with meetings planners show dramatic changes in what they're looking for in some events.

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June 23, 2021

Europe's Reopening: Here's Where Travel Advisors Are Sending Clients

As European countries reopen their borders, travelers are eager to begin exploring the continent again, travel advisors said.

travelpulse.com

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June 21, 2021

Europe is edging toward a more open summer, with American tourists.

Warmer weather and low coronavirus case numbers are raising hope in some countries in Europe that vaccine rollouts could usher in a more normal summer after an erratic year of lockdowns.