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Press Releases
HSMAI Announces 2024 Sales Career Achievement and Professional of the Year Honorees
The Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) is proud to introduce the 2024 Career Achievement and Sales Professional of the Year award recipients who will be celebrated during HSMAI’s Sales Leader Forum on Nov. 13, 2024 in Washington D.C. The following hospitality executives have showcased exceptional talent, a deep passion for their profession, and outstanding expertise in hotel sales.
The Hospitality Show announces highlights and key sponsorships for 2024
The Hospitality Show, the industry’s leading technology and operations event produced by Questex and the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), announced an extensive list of program highlights and sponsorships today.
Nov. 7 Hospitality conference will recognize industry talent
The annual Washington Hospitality Association will host an industry conference in partnership with the Washington State University Carson College of Business at 12:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7, at the Hilton Motif in Seattle. Participants may register online until Nov. 2 at 5 p.m.
Hilton Invites Guests to Stay Like Paris Hilton With Debut of ‘Stay Like an Infinite Icon’ Themed Suites
From hospitality to fashion and music, Paris Hilton stands as an icon to fans around the world and Hilton is proud to debut two Paris-inspired, custom-curated suites. The “Stay Like an Infinite Icon” suites will be available from Oct. 4 – Nov. 1, 2024 at the legendary Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles, celebrating the launch of Paris’s new album “Infinite Icon.”
See Doja Cat like never before at her exclusive living room session
Fresh from her European tour, Doja Cat is inviting fans to see her like never before with an immersive living room performance you won’t want to miss. For one night only, guests will step into the world of Doja and experience her live artistry in an intimate setting.
Pay homage to the masterpiece Purple Rain and the musical genius of Prince, at the newly restored Purple Rain house
For the first time ever, Prince fans will have unprecedented access to the art and music of Purple Rain.
MMGY Report: Holiday Travel Trends Upward as Culinary and Cruise Vacations Surge in Popularity Among Americans
Eat, drink and be merry: culinary tourism, cruises and the upcoming holiday season are among the trending topics featured in the “Fall Edition” of MMGY’s Portrait of American Travelers® study. An examination of the evolving habits, preferences and behaviors of today’s U.S. travel consumers, the quarterly survey found that nearly 8 in 10 U.S. adults plan to take a vacation in the next 12 months, which represents an increase of 6% compared to the results from fall 2023.
Over 200 Hoteliers To Lobby Congress for Hotel and Consumer Friendly Policies
The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) this week is hosting its annual Hotels on the Hill fly-in event, which will draw more than 200 hoteliers and industry leaders from 36 states to Capitol Hill to lobby for a variety of important policies.
The Hospitality Show wins Trade Show Executive Gold 100 Grand Award for best new launch
The Hospitality Show, the groundbreaking event designed to empower the hospitality industry produced by Questex and the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), has been awarded the prestigious Trade Show Executive Gold 100 Grand Award for Best New Event Launch 2023. This recognition underscores the show's success in bringing together the diverse facets of the hospitality industry through an innovative and impactful format.
HSMAI Announces the Passing of President and CEO Bob Gilbert
It is with profound sadness that the Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) Americas, HSMAI Foundation and HSMAI Global, announce that President and CEO, Bob Gilbert passed away on September 19, 2024). In July 2024, the organization announced that Gilbert had accelerated his retirement plan as a result of a serious health issue following 30 years of executive leadership for HSMAI.
The Hospitality Show announces additional programing highlights
The Hospitality Show (The Show), the industry’s leading technology and operations event produced by Questex and The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), has revealed new highlights that have been confirmed for the 2024 program.
HSMAI Announces 2024 Sales Leader Forum
The Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) 2024 Sales Leader Forum, will take place on Nov. 13, 2024, in Washington, DC. Organized by HSMAI’s Sales Advisory Board, this year’s event focuses on advancing the hotel sales discipline by providing off-property sales leaders with essential knowledge on top trends, strategic insights, and best practices in today’s evolving landscape.
Out of Office: Understanding American vacation trends
Americans are notorious for leaving vacation days on the table. Despite the numerous benefits of taking time off from work, over half (53%) of Americans don’t plan to use all their paid time off this year. It’s a troubling vacation travel trend, especially compared to other countries where taking extended breaks is more the norm.
Aloft Hotels Offers Working Dogs Free (Dog) Brew This International Dog Day
Aloft Hotels is celebrating what could paws-ibly be the best day of the year for dogs with a new one-week only deal: buy one human drink, get one dog brew free. Dogs seem to always have a job to do, and whether it’s providing emotional support to those who need it or simply eating as many shoes as possible, Aloft Hotels is rewarding those working dogs with an extra treat this International Dog Day (August 26).
HSMAI Charters Two New Chapters: Greater Denver and Tennessee Valley
The Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) is thrilled to announce the chartering of two new chapters – Tennessee Valley and Greater Denver. These new chapters highlight HSMAI’s strategic priority to broaden the association's reach, focus on developing new markets, and enhance member value proposition through localized engagement.
Resolute Road Hospitality and Choice Hotels International Host Extended-Stay Seminar
Resolute Road Hospitality and Choice Hotels International recently organized an Executive Investment Forum in Dallas titled "Exploring Extended Stay in Texas." The event drew approximately 100 hospitality executives who delved into best management practices, emerging market trends, and Choice's latest extended-stay brand, Everhome Suites.
Ludacris Becomes Booking.com's Newest Host, Offering The Ultimate Family Travel Experience At His Atlanta Home
An A-Town adventure awaits! Digital travel leader Booking.com has teamed up with legendary Grammy Award-winning rapper, actor and philanthropist Ludacris for an exclusive, once-in-a-lifetime, family-friendly experience at his iconic Atlanta mansion. For just $4.04, a nod to the renowned Atlanta area code, four lucky guests will have the opportunity to stay at Ludacris’ luxurious compound for a two-night stay starting on September 3, 2024, exclusively on Booking.com. This unique getaway offers an immersive experience into Ludacris’ world, featuring his personal touch and favorite family-friendly activities, with the added thrill of meeting Ludacris himself during the stay.
Local travel on the rise: See the top trending destinations locals love
Guests are increasingly discovering amazing stays closer to home. Over the past five years, nights stayed by Airbnb guests within 300 miles of their home (which is about a tank of gas away) have nearly doubled.1 Although international travel has rebounded to pre-pandemic levels, the trend of traveling locally shows no signs of slowing. In fact, local travel is growing twice as fast as long-distance travel on Airbnb.2
HSMAI Washington DC Announces State of the Industry Program
The Washington, D.C., chapter of the Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International today invited hospitality professionals from throughout the metropolitan area to attend its annual State of the Industry program Aug. 22 at the Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf.