Venuelocity Launches the Single Largest Network of Meeting and Wedding Planners
Venuelocity, the Fort Lauderdale-based hotel-lead generation technology firm, re-imagines how hotel sales teams will generate group leads, with two new products:
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Travel Like Mariah Carey this Summer with a Stay at her Booking.com Vacation Rental in Beverly Hills
Looking to travel like a star this summer? Booking.com and beloved musical icon, singer and songwriter Mariah Carey are offering travelers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to vacation just like Mimi this summer, with a special overnight trip package at her favorite Beverly Hills vacation rental on Booking.com, where she’s been living it up for the past three months.
Top Takeaways: U.S. Travel's Research Advisory Committee Meeting
Last week, we welcomed nearly 40 members of the Research Advisory Committee for our annual in-person meeting in Washington, D.C. Through meaningful presentations from industry experts on the evolving drivers of international travel’s recovery and the disruption and opportunities of ChatGPT, the meeting was extremely informative, engaging and thought provoking. The committee had the opportunity to exchange and share ideas with each other through an open forum discussion. Topics discussed included sustaining leisure travel demand beyond the summer, destination management and sustainability initiatives and business travel’s new normal.
By Jamie Mageau, Director of Research Products, U.S. Travel Association
Summer Travel Expectations Still Strong but Economic Pressure and Poor Travel Experience May Weaken Future Demand
This summer, air travel demand is expected to be the strongest since pre-pandemic—and potentially the strongest ever. Over a quarter of Americans plan to increase the amount they are spending on leisure travel in the next three months (26%) up from 19% in Q1.
By Jamie Mageau, Director of Research Products, U.S. Travel Association
Independent Lodging Congress Selects Puzzle Partner as Official Content Media Partner and Sponsor
Puzzle Partner, the leading hotel and travel technology marketing consulting firm, has been chosen as the Independent Lodging Congress (ILC) official content media sponsor and partner. Together, the two visionary brands will continue to push boundaries, challenge conventional thinking, and unlock new opportunities in the ever-evolving world of hospitality.
The Experience Economy Endures: 2023 Deloitte Summer Travel Survey
Signs point to a busy season, as pricing pressure does not seem to deter Americans from enjoying their vacations.
JC Golf Selects Tambourine For Digital Marketing Strategy
JC Golf, the California-based golf management company, selected Tambourine, the Fort Lauderdale-headquartered hospitality digital marketing firm, for custom website design and paid media services to promote its portfolio of high-end courses, JC Player Cards, and membership options.
Q2 Insights Reveal Summer Travel Expectations and Opportunities to Address Traveler Pain Points
These new insights combined with surveys of current business travelers and corporate executive perspectives from the Quarterly Business Travel Tracker in collaboration with JD Power and Tourism Economics will help anticipate and identify consumer opportunities and risks—highlighting the greatest opportunities to grow travel and ensure it is established as essential.
By Jamie Mageau, Director of Research Products, U.S. Travel Association
Hundreds of Hoteliers Lobby Congress for More Workers
The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) this week hosted its Hotels on the Hill fly-in on Capitol Hill. More than 200 hoteliers representing 30-plus states met with members of Congress to share how labor shortages are impacting hotels and lobby for policies to help grow the hotel workforce.
GBTA Showcases Business Travel Outlook for Canada and Future Industry Trends
Business travel in Canada is poised for a strong, evolving future, according to the takeaways from the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) Canada Conference 2023 held in Toronto from May 15-17.
Staying on Target: Mastering Your Meta Audience
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Waterville Valley Resort adds new innovations to become an agile industry leader
Waterville Valley Resort has selected Thynk.Cloud to help them elevate their historical brand experience, automate and simplify the work of their employees and deliver continued innovation by embracing true business agility.
HSMAI Announces 2023 Revenue Optimization Honorees
The Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) will celebrate four outstanding revenue optimization leaders during HSMAI ROC Americas in Toronto on June 28, part of HSMAI Commercial Strategy Week 2023. HSMAI will honor Andrew Rubinacci with the prestigious Vanguard Award for Achievement in Revenue Optimization. Monika Morrobel, CRME, CHDM, Senior Corporate Director of Commercial Strategy at Kessler Collection and Don Hood, Director of Commercial Services at Hyatt Centric Key West Resort & Spa, will be presented with the Revenue Professional of the Year Awards for corporate and single/multi-unit, respectively. Dave Roberts, professor at Cornell University, author, and longtime hospitality executive at Marriott, will be honored with the Revenue Optimization Educator of the Year Award.
42.3 Million Americans Expected to Travel for Memorial Day Weekend
AAA projects 42.3 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more from home this Memorial Day weekend*, a 7% increase over 2022. This year, 2.7 million more people will travel for the unofficial start of summer compared to last year, a sign of what’s to come in the months ahead.
2023 AHLA ForWard Conference: Better Than Ever
The 2023 AHLA ForWard Conference in Chicago brought together over 600 women in the hospitality industry who were excited to learn from, encourage, and support each other. The conference's mood was incredibly upbeat, with participants buoyed by the sense of community and shared experiences. Here's a brief summary of some of the most inspiring moments of the conference from hertelier correspondents Lan Elliott of DEI Advisors and Gloria Kennett of Hyatt Hotels & Resorts.
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The Hospitality Show 2024 to be Held in San Antonio Oct. 28-30, 2024
The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) and Questex today announced that The Hospitality Show 2024 (The Show) will be held at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio Monday, Oct. 28, 2024, through Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2024.
Hotel Association of NYC Foundation Honors Industry Luminaries at Annual ‘Red Carpet Hospitality Gala’
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 Pierre Hotel in Manhattan on Monday, May 1 where Hon. Eric Adams, Mayor of the City of New York, delivered keynote remarks.
How a Historic San Francisco Hotel Leveraged Amadeus’ iHotelier Solution to Increase Direct Bookings and Sell More Unique Experiences
With its distinct combination of timeless design, original Victorian architecture, and modern elegance, San Francisco’s 115-year-old Handlery Union Square Hotel, in the heart of downtown, offers guests the best this city has to offer. Ideal for business travelers, families or couples, the hotel boasts premier views and private balconies from many rooms, two full-service meeting and events venues, and a warm ambience that makes guests feel relaxed and welcome.
Nemacolin Turns to Hapi for Salesforce CRM Deployment
Nemacolin, an award-winning, luxury destination resort nestles within 2,200-acres in the Laurel Highlands of southwestern Pennsylvania, has partnered with Hapi and Salesforce to roll out high-touch, personalized service across its entire campus, which includes lodging, restaurants and activities.
Cost Concerns Creep Up for Travelers, Forcing Hoteliers To Rethink Rate Strategies
After a period when consumers were prioritizing spending on travel and experiences regardless of the expense, hotels in some markets are now beginning to see that trend slow down as inflation persists.