Boston University School of Hospitality Administration (BU SHA) is proud to announce that the fourth annual ICON award will be presented to Padma Lakshmi, an Emmy-nominated producer, television host, food expert, and a New York Times best-selling author, as well as one of Time Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People (2023).
Feeling let down by your Valentine? Ditch the chocolates and grab your friends for an unforgettable weekend in Sin City. This February, Christina Aguilera is inviting guests to make Vegas their playground with a thrilling experience and overnight stay – one you’ll remember way longer than your date.
The Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) honored travel marketing excellence at the Adrian Awards Celebration on Tuesday, February 13, at the New York Marriott Marquis in New York, NY with more than 500 industry and agency executives in attendance. This year, the 67th annual competition focused on WanderLOVE, highlighting the most creative and successful campaigns that spark a love for travel and ignite a desire for exploration, and celebrated the people behind the work.
The Hunter Hotel Investment Conference (“HUNTER” or “Hunter Conference”) is pleased to present Bob Hunter, Founder of Hunter Hotel Advisors and Hunter Conference, with the 2024 Hunter Conference Award for Excellence and Inspiration. Each year, the award recognizes a hotelier who exemplifies exceptional leadership, citizenship, and innovation. From his start as a hotel broker to founding a nationally attended conference that hosts over 2,000 attendees, Bob Hunter has been a leader that has pioneered relationship-driven business and results.
Since hosting the first-ever GRAMMY Awards at The Beverly Hilton in 1959, Hilton has been more than just a name in the hotel industry. From inventing the Vegas residency to welcoming musicians who have penned world-famous songs while at Hilton properties, Hilton’s history is rich with musical milestones.
The Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International (HSMAI) Foundation, in partnership with Women in Travel THRIVE, is proud to announce the release of a pivotal research paper titled "The Power of Mentorship." Authored by Dr. Emily Ma, Professor of Hospitality at the University of Surrey, and Dr. Laurie Wu, Associate Professor at Temple University, this paper is a cornerstone in HSMAI’s ongoing efforts to address the gender imbalance in leadership roles within the hospitality industry.
To kick off the Easter season, the PEEPS® Brand, the iconic Marshmallow candy brand synonymous with the spring season, is offering fans the sweetest experience of a lifetime! PEEPS® has teamed up with Home2 Suites by Hilton Easton, just a bunny's hop away from the one and only PEEPS® headquarters, to unveil a one-of-a-kind, fully immersive stay for fans of all ages: the PEEPS® Sweet Suite! The PEEPS® Sweet Suite will transport fans to an Easter wonderland filled with playful PEEPS® decorations, whimsical furnishings, and an irresistible taste of the PEEPS® 2024 flavor lineup.
The Network of Executive Women in Hospitality (NEWH)’s biennial Leadership Conference will take place in Nashville, Tennessee from February 15 - 17, 2024. Hosted at the Renaissance Nashville Hotel, the event draws leaders in the hospitality industry from all over the world. pment.
AHLA Foundation yesterday hosted its 6th annual Night of a Thousand Stars gala honoring leaders in the hotel and lodging industry – including property-level talent who embody the spirit of hospitality. The event raised nearly $1 million to support AHLA Foundation initiatives aimed at strengthening industry’s workforce and included the Stars of the Industry Awards, commemorating winners for their service to the industry.
Josh Ramsey, SSP’s Hotel Revenue Performance Industry Expert, is trusted as an expert in revenue management and hotel performance for top management companies in the US.
French Lick Resort is a historic resort complex located in the Hoosier National Forest in Southern Indiana in the town of French Lick, Indiana, in the United States. The resort consists of two grand hotels, the French Lick Springs Hotel and the West Baden Springs Hotel, offering indoor versatile meeting and event space with more than 169,000 square feet, over 3,000 acres of outdoor space as well as several other attractions, including a casino, a golf course, a horse stable, 12 restaurants, and 2 world-class spas.
IDeaS, a SAS company, the world’s leading provider of hotel revenue management software and services, announced today recognition in Built In’s 2024 Best Places to Work. The company earned two awards: U.S. Best Places to Work and U.S. Best Midsize Places to Work. The annual awards program includes companies of all sizes, from startups to those in the enterprise tier, and honors remote-first employers and companies in large tech markets across the U.S.
Join us for our annual search trends webinar, “Search Trends and Must-Haves: Future-Proofing Your Digital Strategy in 2024,” where we will explore the key areas shaping the future of search. Our panel of experts includes Barry Schwartz, CEO of RustyBrick; Eric Enge, President of Pilot Holding; and Benu Aggarwal, Founder and President of Milestone Inc. Stay ahead of the curve and prepare for the future of SEO with insights into emerging trends, AI advancements, and the impact of Google’s Search Generative Experience (SGE). Discover the key metrics to measure your success, explore the types of AI-powered content that will excel, and learn how to implement essential technical SEO strategies. Develop a multichannel marketing approach that aligns with the latest search trends and creates a seamless user experience that exceeds expectations. Our experts will guide you through essential takeaways: Unveiling top search trends for 2024, including the impact of Google Search Generative experience on search results. Understanding different key SERP result types and their relevance in the evolving landscape. Exploring measurement criteria for new SERP elements and deciphering their implications. Implementing effective must-have SEO strategies to enhance your digital presence across search, social, and the web. Strategies to future-proof your assets, content, and drive more qualified traffic. Learning how to operationalize AI into your digital strategy in 2024. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights. Register now to future-proof your digital strategy! Register Now
Cooper City, FL 12/18/2023 - ComOps is proud to announce its status as a distinguished Woman-Owned Enterprise, providing exceptional strategic consulting and specialized support to businesses worldwide.
AAA projects 115.2 million travelers will head 50 miles or more from home over the 10-day year-end holiday travel period*. This year’s total number of domestic travelers is a 2.2% increase over last year and the second highest year-end travel forecast since 2000, when AAA began tracking holiday travel. 2019 remains the busiest Christmas and New Year’s travel period on record with 119 million travelers.
Three months after Local Law 18 went into effect to regulate short-term rentals, a survey of travelers found people are less likely to travel to New York City once they are made aware of the new restrictive rules.
U.S. Travel Association announced today the 2026-2030 host cities for its IPW international travel trade show: Greater Fort Lauderdale, Florida (2026), New Orleans, Louisiana (2027), Detroit, Michigan (2028), Denver, Colorado (2029) and Anaheim, California (2030).
Officials of the California Lodging Investment Conference [CLIC], the only hospitality conference focused on the California hotel market, today released the agenda for the upcoming, seventh annual gathering. The conference will take place March 6-7, 2024, at the Westin South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa, Calif.
Travelers staying at select Renaissance Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s extraordinary portfolio of over 30 hotel brands, will soon have instant access to vetted, insiders’ picks for vibey cocktail bars, under-the-radar attractions, top-rated breakfast spots and more through an exciting new virtual concierge service. Today the brand announced a pilot program for RENAI by Renaissance (pronounced “ren-A”), which stands for Renaissance Artificial Intelligence, and is akin to having a well-connected local who is available 24/7 all right from guests’ smartphones.
Nobu Hotel Atlanta, the epitome of luxury lifestyle accommodations nestled in the vibrant heart of Buckhead, today announced they’ve hired Resonate, an esteemed boutique marketing communications firm as their agency of record.