Hotel Industry News

How do you define luxury travel? It’s a well-worn phrase, one which translates across industries and generations; but how can we truly understand such a subjective concept? With the increase in demand for unique and exotic holiday experiences, the luxury travel market is predicted to grow at a CAGR of 6.83% globally. So the question becomes - Is luxury travel about the appearance of a hotel, or more about the service? Can it be attributed to the destination or the amenities? What about emerging technology, or local experiences? How can hoteliers ensure they are tapping into the potential of luxury travel and appealing to modern guests? continue reading →

B2B travel conference organiser EyeforTravel has released a new report that explores the Chinese outbound travel market, with particular focus on China’s largest distribution platform, Ctrip. continue reading →

Airbnb’s groundbreaking partnership with SiteMinder last year signalled many things for the industry. Topping the list, of course, were the evolving aspirations of two disruptive technology pioneers, and the further blurring of what is traditional and what is alternative accommodation. However, the move also indicated the growing supply and relevance of one particular hotel segment - the boutique hotel. continue reading →

Conveniently Located Midway Between Lubbock and Abilene Close to Oil Fields continue reading →

Two new hotels – Canopy by Hilton Paris Trocadero and Canopy by Hilton Bordeaux Chartrons are set to welcome their first guests before the end of 2021, following management and franchise agreements. continue reading →

Growth Model Shows $9.5 to $11 Billion Could be Returned to Shareholders continue reading →

IHG will open a flagship regional Holiday Inn in Wagga Wagga in early 2021, following the signing of a management agreement with Interlink Group (Australia). continue reading →

Who really has the buying power when it comes to hotel technology purchases? continue reading →

4,000-acre, amenity-rich resort turns to Go Moment® to engage guests and promote the unique on-site guest experiences at their two properties, Grand Cascade Lodge and Minerals Hotel continue reading →

Search engine marketing (SEM), or buying traffic through paid search listings, is a relatively easy way to drive qualified traffic and more direct bookings to your hotel website. It is used to improve the visibility of your website in search engine results pages (SERPs). SEM is a key advertising initiative, so we’re diving into the basics of everything you need to know. continue reading →