The Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) Americas is proud to introduce the 2024 Marketing and Revenue Optimization award recipients who will be celebrated during HSMAI’s Commercial Strategy Conference.
The 46th annual NYU International Hospitality Industry Investment Conference (NYU IHIIC), operated by Questex, a leading information services and event company, in partnership with the NYU School of Professional Studies (NYU SPS) and its Jonathan M. Tisch Center of Hospitality, will deliver unparalleled thought leadership through keynotes, general sessions, workshops and networking events. Top industry executives from CEOs of hotel brands to various investment and real estate executives will discuss the latest trends, economic influences, and projections. The NYU IHIIC will be held on June 2-4, 2024 at the Marriott Marquis in New York.
Marriott International’s presence in the Canadian market strengthened, as the company celebrated a 36 percent year over year increase in hotel-level leisure revenue in 2023. With 274 hotels currently open and 90 in the pipeline, several factors, including a dedicated focus on lifestyle, upper midscale and extended stay brands; as well as market-specific loyalty program offerings and partnerships, continue to drive the company’s success in Canada.
The Cornell University Nolan School of Hotel Administration’s Pillsbury Institute for Hospitality Entrepreneurship today announced the creation of a network and a series of events, resources, and convenings for entrepreneurial individuals and organizations throughout the hospitality industry. This network will facilitate the sharing of best practices, bridging of funding sources and investing opportunities, and identification of partnership and collaboration opportunities. It was launched with a convening of 50 extraordinary entrepreneurs and thought leaders who traveled from around the country to a one-of-a-kind Summit at Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa on May 2nd and 3rd.
AAHOA (Asian American Hotel Owners Association) recently hosted a Hospitality Insurance Forum with leaders in Arkansas to address the industry’s significant insurance challenges plaguing hoteliers. The forum centered on developing creative strategies to alleviate the burden of insurance premiums, facilitating greater access to insurance resources, and fostering an environment of increased accessibility.
Yesterday, Hilton (NYSE: HLT) announced a partnership with ResortPass, the leading platform for booking day access to Hilton’s exceptional resort and hotel amenities, bringing curated day pass packages to participating Hilton properties across the Americas. Catering to the rapidly expanding segment of individuals seeking daytime visits to top resorts and renowned hotels in unbeatable locations, Hilton and ResortPass offer access to amenities and perks at a collection of beach resorts and urban getaways for locals and visitors alike.
At U.S. Travel’s IPW – the largest generator of international inbound travel to the United States – association President and CEO Geoff Freeman shared a vision to make travel a national priority, solve barriers to visitation growth, and become the most-visited nation in the world.
The Seminar “Enhancing Tourism Development through Innovation in Community-Based Tourism” was held within the framework of the 69th meeting of the UN Tourism Regional Commission for the Americas. The meeting served as a prelude to the institutional event and brought together leading players in the sector to address challenges, strategies and good practices in this tourism segment.
A severe and troubling scenario for travelers could play out at airports this summer travel season if Congress enacts an amendment by Senators Jeff Merkley (D-OR) and John Kennedy (R-LA) to the Federal Aviation Administration reauthorization bill.
AHLA Foundation hosted nearly 1,000 attendees from across the hotel industry at the Hyatt Regency McCormick Place for the annual ForWard conference this week. Over three days, industry leaders gathered to share knowledge and hear from dynamic speakers focused on celebrating, championing, and creating community for women in hospitality. This year’s conference theme, “Right the Narrative,” centered on the power of storytelling and the importance of amplifying the stories and voices of women in the hotel industry.
Equinox Hotels, renowned for its pioneering approach to high-performance luxury hospitality and sleep-focused innovation, announces the launch of its inaugural Global Sleep Symposium at Equinox Hotel New York on June 19th and 20th. This visionary two-day overnight event is set to redefine the landscape of sleep tourism by uniting global experts in sleep health and performance with Equinox Hotel's dynamic programming centered on movement, nutrition, regeneration, and community. Expect vibrant discussions and invaluable insights as industry leaders converge to delve into the singularly transformative topic: Sleep.
Roughly 1.3 million business trips take place every day in the U.S., according to American Express Business Travel. For small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), those trips can lead to a positive impact on a company’s bottom line – but can also be challenging to coordinate, budget and manage. But it doesn’t have to be.
Continuing its acclaimed research series examining underrepresented traveler audiences, https://www.mmgyglobal.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">MMGY Global announced today the release of a new report entitled Portrait of Family Travel™: Autism, ADHD and Neurodiversity. Examining the unique travel preferences, behaviors and barriers of this audience segment, the study highlights the significance of accommodations such as low-sensory/quiet areas, clear and transparent information up front, and – perhaps most importantly – a call for greater kindness and patience.
A new study from AAA and Bread Financial finds younger generations are driving a surge in live event travel. Approximately three in five Gen Z (65%) and Millennial (58%) respondents confirmed they have traveled in the past 12 months and/or plan to travel in the next 12 months for in-person events like concerts, sporting events, comedy shows, and book readings that are more than 50 miles from home . This compares to 43% of Gen X and just 27% of Baby Boomers.
The Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) has announced the launch of the Commercial Effectiveness Organizational Assessment, a tool providing a structured framework for assessing where a hotel organization’s commercial structure is strong and where improvements are needed. The tool and accompanying report, Taking Commercial Strategy to the Next Level, are a free member benefit for HSMAI members and available to the industry for purchase.
NEWH, Inc. is excited to announce that long-time member Anita Degen, IIDA, Managing Principal of her namesake firm, Degen & Degen Architecture and Interior Design, was honored with the NEWH Pinnacle Award at the organization’s leadership conference. Receiving not one, but two honors, Degen was also inducted into the association’s College of Fellows alongside four other new members, bestowed during NEWH’s biennial Leadership Conference on February 17, 2024 in Nashville.
As the global cruise industry gathers in Miami this week, three powerhouse travel brands have partnered together to unveil a first-of-its-kind research study examining a coveted audience: the first-time cruiser. Entitled From Shore to Ship: Attracting the Next Wave of Cruisers, the U.S. edition of the study was released today by the https://cruising.org/en/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) in partnership with https://www.mmgyglobal.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">MMGY Global and https://www.travelzoo.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Travelzoo. The report arrives as the industry prepares for an increase in ship inventory to satisfy growing worldwide demand.
Under the banner theme of “Meetings Matter,” Global Meetings Industry Day is April 11, a day dedicated to championing the undeniable professional, personal and economic benefits of business meetings, trade shows, conferences and conventions.
Newport Hospitality Group (NHG) proudly announces its highly anticipated Leadership Conference 2024, slated to run from April 28th to May 1st at the Marriott Downtown in Richmond, Virginia. As a premier hotel management company based in Williamsburg, Newport Hospitality Group is honored to convene its leadership teams, General Managers, and Directors of Sales from Newport's hotels for this pivotal event.
The Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) is proud to introduce the 2024 Rising Sales, Marketing, and Revenue Optimization Leader Councils.