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Catalysts for Change: 5 Innovative Ways Hoteliers Can Adapt to Today's Travelers - By Peter Waters

Catalysts for Change: 5 Innovative Ways Hoteliers Can Adapt to Today's Travelers - By Peter Waters

Amadeus is passionate about travel and we know our partners are too. That’s why our latest report shares some great news on the global travel rebound, as well as some real takeaways for hoteliers looking to innovate and stay ahead of the curve by putting the traveler at the center of everything that they do. Read more

TODAYS BYLINES

 

Consumer Marketing

The Value of the Understood Consumer - By Trey Williams, VP, Strategic Planning, MMGY

Among marketing’s increasingly important modern challenges is the expectation of consumers for brands to deliver experiences that feel tailored specifically for them. That requisite extends beyond the features of the end product itself to the manner in which products and services are discovered, compared, and ultimately purchased and experienced. In fact, today’s discerning consumers go a layer deeper, looking to understand and align the values of a brand to their own. So how do we as marketers keep up? Read more

 

Trends

 

Hotel Construction Pipeline Europe

UK & Germany with the Strongest Hotel Construction Pipelines in Europe at Q2 2023

In the Q2 2023 Europe Hotel Construction Pipeline Trend Report from Lodging Econometrics (LE), analysts report the region currently has 1,715 projects/256,578 rooms in its construction pipeline at the close of the quarter. Read more

 

Market Report U.S.

U.S. Hotels Report Positive YOY Performance Comparisons for the Week Ending August 19th

Following seasonal patterns, U.S. hotel performance declined from the previous week but showed most positive comparisons year over year, according to CoStar’s latest data through 19 August. Read more

 

Business Travel Trends

Defying Economic Turbulence: Business Travel Skyrockets 46% Compared to Pre-Pandemic

Despite rocky economic conditions and pressures within organizations to cut down on travel costs, business travel is making an unexpected and robust comeback. Read more

 

Market Report Australia

Demand Outpacing Supply in Australian Student Accommodation Market

In an Accommodating the Growth in New Students report, CBRE highlights that an incremental 8,000 PBSA rooms will be delivered across Australia over 2023-2026 – representing a 7% uplift. Read more

 

Market Report California

2023: A Challenging Year for California's Hotels

The first half of 2023 proved to be a roller coaster for the California hotel industry, with varying performance across luxury, full-service, and select-service segments. The year started on a high note, especially for luxury hotels, before experiencing a dramatic decline in Q2 across all major areas, compared to the same period in 2022. Read more

 

Travel & Tourism Economic Impact

U.S. Leads Global Travel & Tourism Rebound Says WTTC

Strong outbound growth from US Travellers - US Domestic Travel & Tourism market demonstrates its resilience - Millions more American jobs since 2021 Read more

 

Market Report Canada

CoStar Reports Canadian Hotel ADR and RevPAR Reached Record-highs in July

Canada’s hotel industry reported its highest average daily rate (ADR) and revenue per available room (RevPAR) for any month on record, according to CoStar’s July 2023 data. Read more

 

News

 

Social Media Marketing

TikTok, Instagram, X: How Travel Startups Use Social Media - PhocusWire

On average, working age people are now spending up to two and a half hours on social media platforms each day. And it’s no secret that businesses have taken note, especially new ones that want to make a quick - and inexpensive - splash. Read more

 

Hotel Online Bookings

Maximizing Direct Bookings: The Impact of Enhanced Online Visibility for Hotels

The travel and tourism industry continues to be highly competitive, with people eager to travel again and hotels and chains vying for business against online travel agencies, vacation rentals, and booking sites. After the pandemic in 2021, Google searches for hotels increased by 92%. According to statistics, more than 90% of travelers will do research online, and 82% will complete their booking online. Read more

 

Marriott Bonvoy

Marriott Bonvoy to Launch India's First Co-Branded Hotel Credit Card

HDFC Bank has joined hands with Marriott Bonvoy to launch the 'Marriott Bonvoy HDFC Bank Credit Card', India's first co-branded hotel credit card. Read more

 

Hilton Garden Inn Development Update

Hilton Unveils New Regional Prototype for Hilton Garden Inn, Ramps Up Growth Momentum in Thailand

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) hosted over 100 hotel developers and owners from Thailand and other markets in South East Asia, as it introduced a new regional room prototype for its upscale brand, Hilton Garden Inn. Read more

 

In Brief

 

Sales And Catering Management Platform
Tripleseat Named to the 2023 Inc. 5000 Annual List for the Fourth Time

H World Group Results
H World Group Limited Reports Second Quarter and Interim of 2023 Financial Results

Hotel Opening Mexico Guadalajara
Hotel Indigo Guadalajara Expo Opens in Guadalajara's Historic District, Chapalita

Hotel Opening San Diego
Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter Opens

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Minute Suites Opens Third Location at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

Hotel Opening France
Canopy by Hilton Cannes Hotel Opens on the French Riviera

 

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