Category: Hotel Channel Management

Here is your weekly industry news round-up. Check out the short snippets here and follow below for more details.

• Dubai’s Palm Jumeirah: awards won by the iconic island tourist destination
• Lemon Tree Hotels signs a new hotel in Rajasthan, under the brand Keys Lite by Lemon Tree Hotels
• Hotel repositioning through property renovation
• The Reach at Piccadilly, Manchester, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel to Open 2023 in the U.K.
• Regenerative Hospitality – a new sustainability paradigm on the rise

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Palm Jumeirah, iconic island tourist destination wins multiple awards

Palm Jumeirah, Dubai’s iconic man-made island home to some of the most expensive properties and destination to landmark hotels, restaurants and more have been recognized with various records and awards. Last month, Arabian Business reported on Dubai’s top five most expensive properties sold in 2022 of which four were in Palm Jumeirah.

https://www.arabianbusiness.com/industries/travel-hospitality/dubais-palm-jumeirah-records-awards-won-by-the-iconic-island-tourist-destination

Lemon Tree Hotels has announced its latest signing at Rajasthan

Lemon Tree Hotels announced its latest signing, Keys Lite by Lemon Tree Hotels, Banswara, Rajasthan. The property is expected to be operational by April 2024 and shall be managed by Carnation Hotels Private Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary and the management arm of Lemon Tree Hotels Limited. This property will feature 54 well-appointed rooms, a restaurant, banquet spaces and a fitness centre. The Udaipur Airport is about 161 km from the property, while the Tata Nagar Railway Station is 3 kms away.

https://www.hotelierindia.com/operations/lemon-tree-hotels-signs-a-new-hotel-in-banswara-under-the-brand-keys-lite-by-lemon-tree-hotels

Hotel Owners turn their attention to their hotel renovations

In many instances, hotel owners can’t ignore the mandate to renovate. Property improvement plans (PIPs) are required across all hotel brands to ensure standardization and consistency. While brands have been lenient with struggling hotels over the last two years, some are starting to be more aggressive in enforcing PIP compliance but may adjust depending on the direction of the economy. Given the spiraling deferred maintenance of the past two years, many guestrooms require replacement of both soft goods and case goods (e.g., furniture), as well as complete bathroom remodels, and technology and systems upgrades. Others are looking at targeted public area projects with direct positive returns on investment.

https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article124178.html

The Reach at Piccadilly, Manchester to open in 2023

Manchester is set to welcome a new upscale hotel, as The Reach at Piccadilly, Manchester, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel announces plans to open in 2023. Named for its location – at the meeting point of the Rochdale and Ashton Canals – The Reach at Piccadilly forms part of Tribute Portfolio. Speaking of the opening, General Manager Peter Nye said: ‘I am thrilled to announce the opening of The Reach at Piccadilly, Manchester, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel for 2023.’ We have set out to celebrate the pioneering spirit of the past alongside the entrepreneurial spirit of Manchester today, and we cannot wait to welcome our first guests in Spring.

https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article124192.html

Regenerative Hospitality – a new paradigm

The statement is clear. The tourism industry needs to go one step further to make a significant contribution to building a sustainable future. Yet, many have criticized the current inadequacy of the final objective – respecting the Paris Climate Agreement – and the actual paradigms of the industry, such as unlimited growth and the global distribution of tourism (Becken, 2019). Thus, the call from the UN Secretary-General António Guterres to rethink and reinvent the tourism industry raises concerns about the effectiveness of sustainability to meet that objective.

https://www.hospitalitynet.org/opinion/4114246.html

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Wish You All Happy Holidays and A Great New Year 2023 Ahead.

Here is your weekly industry news round-up. Check out the short snippets here and follow below for more details.

• Storm disrupts travel plans calling 2000 plus US flight Cancellations
• Travel Demands to keep soaring in 2023
• Airbnb partners with Dubai Tourism on Remote Working Hub
• APAC’s Travel & Tourism Sector shows a drop of 26% in Greenhouse Gas Emission
• Business Travel shows slower recovery than Leisure Travel in 2022

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Year End US Holiday Plan Gets Disrupted by Storm

Airlines canceled more than 2,000 U.S. flights, disrupting holiday travel for thousands, as a powerful winter storm hit the United States. The extreme weather coincided with the start of a holiday travel season that could be one of the busiest ever. So far, 21 percent of departing flights at Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport and 37 percent of flights at Chicago Midway were canceled Thursday.

https://skift.com/2022/12/22/storm-disrupts-holiday-travel-forcing-more-than-2000-u-s-flight-cancellations/

High levels of Travel Demand may continue in 2023

Following the challenges of the preceding two years, 2022 saw travel resume at record-breaking levels, and hotels worldwide reaped the rewards. Despite rising costs, early market indicators show that pent-up travel demand will likely continue in 2023. Travel is still top of mind for people, particularly across Western Europe and the US. In fact, our most recent market data shows that nights booked from British and US guests are significantly above 2019 levels, and at a much higher price too.

https://www.hospitalitynet.org/opinion/4114185.html

Aspiring Emirates look forward to working at Dubai Remote Working Hub

Airbnb has teamed up with Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) to launch the Dubai Remote Working Hub. Velma Corcoran, Airbnb regional lead for Middle East & Africa, said: “Dubai is a global leader in facilitating remote working. As this trend continues to accelerate, we want to work together to make it easier for people to enjoy the newfound flexibility to work and travel, and help the city harness the economic benefits of this new type of tourism.”

https://rb.gy/id4bao

WTTC reveals APAC’s Take on Climate Footprint towards Sustainable Tourism

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and the Saudi-based Sustainable Tourism Global Center have unveiled revolutionary new data detailing the climate footprint of the Travel & Tourism sector in the Asia Pacific region (APAC). According to the data, in 2019, when Travel & Tourism was at its peak, this figure had dropped by more than 26% to 0.69kg, demonstrating the progress of changes implemented by governments and business leaders across the Asia-Pacific region to create a more sustainable sector.

https://www.hospitalitynet.org/news/4114213.html

What is Really Happening with Business Travel?

International business travel has been recovering at a slower rate than leisure tourism. That is, at least, until the fourth quarter of 2022. From October, business travel begins to outstrip leisure. While the latter’s recovery is decelerating as a result of factors including inflation, the recovery of business travel – a less price-sensitive segment – is gaining momentum.

https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article124157.html

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Wish you all Happy Holidays!

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• Self-Sovereign Identity: Unlocking Seamless Travel Across the World
• Sheikh Ahmed Priorities US$150bn Disabled Tourism Market
• Air India Cabins To Get A New Look Of $400mn
• Did You Check The Norwegian Cruise Line’ Northern Hemisphere 2024/25 Cruise List?
• Gen Alpha Plans International Family Travel Trips in 2023

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SSI: Your Self-Sovereign Identity for Travel

SSI is the new decentralized model for digital or online identity. Promising to dramatically improve the trust in internet identity for all parties – people, organizations, and even things can now have a trusted and provable digital identity. At the foundation of SSI are impactful technologies like the TCP/IP protocols that enabled the internet, the HTTP protocol that gave birth to the web, and the GSM standard that brought about the mobile revolution.

https://www.phocuswright.com/Travel-Research/Research-Updates/2022/the-self-sovereign-identity-opportunity-for-travel

Sheikh Ahmed to make Dubai tourism accessible for all

Looking to make the Dubai tourism ecosystem a more inclusive place, HH Sheikh Ahmed created the Dubai Team for Travel and Tourism. The team will regularly meet with disabled people, also known as people of determination in the emirate, to gauge their needs and requirements when travelling. This includes improvements needed at airports, airlines, hotels, shopping centres, and other touristic places.

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Norwegian Cruise Line Unveils Northern Hemisphere Summer 2024/25 And Winter 2025 Cruises

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel, unveiled its Northern hemisphere summer 2024/25 and winter 2025 cruises sailing to bucket-list destinations in Europe, Alaska, and Caribbean. “Our itineraries are designed to provide longer port hours and fewer sea days to truly allow our guests the opportunity to dive into the cultures and destinations they are visiting as a way to reconnect with the world around them” said Harry Sommer, president and chief executive officer of Norwegian Cruise Line.

https://eglobaltravelmedia.com.au/2022/12/09/norwegian-cruise-line-unveils-northern-hemisphere-summer-2024-25-and-winter-2025-cruises-in-europe-alaska-and-caribbean/

Air India to spend $400mn in refurbishing its white interiors

Air India will spend over $400 million to refurbish the interiors of its entire wide-body fleet, the national carrier announced in a statement on Thursday. The move is part of the airline’s efforts to attract more flyers after the carrier was taken over by Tata Group. The fleet will include 27 Boeing B787-8 and 13 B777 aircrafts; however, the First Class cabin will be retained on the 777s, the airline said.

https://shorturl.at/lxY13

How Gen Alphas is contributing to 2023 travel decision making?

Data from our Gen Alpha & Family Travel Trends study shows that nearly 9 in 10 respondents said planning a trip together can be fun for the entire family. Additionally, 67% said that travel ideas come from the children or both children and adults when planning trips. 7 in 10 travelers are open to inspiration when planning a family trip, meaning that there is a strong opportunity for travel brands to reach and inspire families through various marketing initiatives.

https://www.hospitalitynet.org/opinion/4113905.html

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• Is “Slow Tourism” going to be the new trend of the New Year?
• Qatar shakes up Visa rules for Football Fans
• Technology’s take on Hotel’s Revenue Management
• Wyndham crosses the 550th hotel mark in the EMEA region
• Four Seasons Sees a Future in Tents

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Slow Tourism: Hotels adapting for this new trend

A study conducted by Allison Caffyn in 2012 defined slow tourism as a type of travelling that focuses on ​​the destination’s environment and local community. Slow tourism can be applied across the entire guest stay – prior, during or even after the stay, representing a significant opportunity for hotels to reshape their offering while giving back to the local community. But, can any property take advantage of it?

https://blog.thehotelsnetwork.com/slow-toursim-trend

Qatar to allow Visa less entry for fans

Qatar will now allow the fans to enter the country even if they do not have match tickets in a shake-up of visit visa rules. Qatar’s Ministry of Interior made the announcement on Twitter stating “fans will be allowed to enter the State of Qatar starting December 2, 2022 without a match ticket provided that the following conditions are met: Hayya Card, hotel reservation, a fee of QR500.”

https://rb.gy/hqszza

Role of Technology in transforming Hotel Revenue Management

If you ask any hotelier “What is your focus now that demand for travel is returning?”, the immediate answer will be focusing on room rates. Because the hospitality industry grapples with extremely high customer acquisition costs Tech investment is central to preparing for the future and the mantra is Automation, AI + People = Profits

https://www.hospitalitynet.org/opinion/4113816.html

Wyndham continues expansion in Europe, Middle East, Eurasia and Africa

In India, the company surpassed its 50th hotel mark with new openings in culturally rich destinations, such as Ramada by Wyndham Gangtok Hotel & Casino Golden, Ramada by Wyndham Station Road Katra and Ramada Encore by Wyndham Siliguri Sevoke Road. In Europe, Wyndham furthered its footprint in Germany, one of its largest European markets with over 130 hotels, with the opening of Ramada by Wyndham Essen, Wyndham Garden Munich Messe and Super 8 by Wyndham Koblenz, in addition to expanding its Trademark Collection brand with two hotels in Düsseldorf.

https://www.hotelierindia.com/business/wyndham-continues-growth-momentum-across-europe-middle-east-eurasia-and-africa

Naviva: 1^st luxury rented resort in America by Four Season

Naviva featuring 15 units, strives to immerse guests in 48 acres of greenery overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Each of those units has a plunge pool and an expansive deck with an outdoor shower. The Punta Mita, Mexico-based property is emphasizing incorporating elements of the outdoors, reports Contributor Carley Thornell in Skift’s Future of Hotel Design feature.

https://skift.com/2022/12/01/four-seasons-sees-a-future-in-tents/

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• Hilton announces its upcoming hot new hotel openings in 2023
• “Controlled automation” It’s time to make a smarter hotel pricing decision
• Are Airport Hotels a good choice for scheduling a business meeting?
• “Annette” the virtual agent of hotels goes where no call bot has gone before
• YHA Australia launches its first co-working space inBlue Mountains
• Airbnb’s co-founder says goodbye to short-term rentals & welcomes backyard tiny homes

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Hilton hot openings in Europe, Middle East and Africa

Hilton has revealed its hotly anticipated new openings for 2023, many of which are perfectly located near the world’s most beautiful beaches, UNESCO World Heritage Sites and Wonders of the World. With numerous exciting properties set to open worldwide, there’s endless travel bucket list inspiration on offer.

https://www.hotelnewsme.com/hotel-news-me/hilton-reveals-its-hottest-new-hotels-opening-in-2023/

How can independent hotels make smarter pricing decisions?

“Controlled automation” is the answer to a successful dynamic pricing strategy that gives independent hotels an advantage in a competitive landscape filled with big brands. In today’s environment past records or artificial intelligence alone won’t work. The duo of AI and revenue manager’s experience is needed which comes with the Controlled Automation technique.

https://bit.ly/3EKsV5X

Airport hotels to be a popular destination for meetings

Airport hotels are becoming more popular meeting venues, but less so because of the amenities offered, and more so because of how work has evolved in the post-COVID world,” he said. “With many professional firms now employing geographically diverse teams, airport hotels have become convenient meeting venues when in-person collaboration is required.

https://meetings.skift.com/are-airport-hotels-still-popular-for-meetings/

Is it possible to engage on a regular call with a virtual call bot?

AI is the way of the future, and the hospitality industry is ahead of the curve. Annette can answer hundreds of commonly asked hotel-specific frequently asked questions. Additionally, Annette can understand and communicate in several languages and be programmed using your hotel’s very own voice talent. When guests call and Annette answers, they won’t hear some robotic, clunky voice on the end of the line. Instead, with Annette, guests hear a kind employee with a regional accent they’d expect.

https://hoteltechnologynews.com/2022/11/how-hotels-can-use-a-virtual-agent-to-cut-labor-costs-without-sacrificing-service-quality/

Co-living meets co-working at YHA’ Katoomba Property, Australia

the first Y-Hive co-working space officially launches at YHA’s award-winning Katoomba property, Blue Mountains YHA. A first of its kind for the area, this dedicated hot-desking space has been thoughtfully designed to meet the needs of locals, out-of-town visitors and guests of the property. These new spaces will be ideal for digital nomads, those who are tired of working from home, or those taking advantage of newfound flexibility to combine their next holiday with work.

https://eglobaltravelmedia.com.au/2022/11/16/when-co-living-meets-co-working-yha-australia-debuts-first-of-its-new-co-working-facilities-at-award-winning-blue-mountains-property/

Joe Gebbia of Airbnb is now the cofounder of Samara: backyard tiny homes

Gebbia is now the cofounder of Samara, a tiny home startup with plans to factory-build studios and one-bedrooms that can be dropped into its customers’ backyards. Samara’s studio and one-bedroom ADUs start at $290,000 including installation costs.

https://www.hospitalitynet.org/external/4113571.html

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