New partnership offers guests exclusive access to once-in-a-lifetime football experiences. @MarriottIntl @FCBayern
Shorter, more frequent trips gain popularity among international traveller, according to visa study
Visa’s Global Travel Intentions Study of more than 15,000 globetrotters also finds carrying cash can come with concerns for travellers worldwide. @VisaNews
Marriott closer to checking in as most valuable hotel brand
Hilton remains worldÕs most valuable hotel brand but lead over Marriott shrinks 74%. @BrandFinance
Data accuracy biggest barrier to personalisation for hotel marketeers
To get it right personalisation requires a careful blend of IT and marketing skills to make sure that the data is accurate but that the human touch is still there.
Active millennials are being priced out of skiing and golf holidays
Millennials face bigger financial challenges than their boomer parents and few can justify the cost of going on a pricey ski or golf holiday.
Steve Wynn steps down as CEO and Chairman of Wynn Resorts
Founder concludes avalanche of negative publicity renders him unable to be effective in his roles.
New SiteMinder partnership enables hotel listings on Airbnb
Airbnb’s partnership with SiteMinder will make it easier for traditional hospitality providers to reach the ever-growing Airbnb community.
New look Green Hotelier Awards seek the worldÕs most sustainable hotels
Hotels across the world can compete to win in categories which examine their carbon footprint, water stewardship, waste reduction, community impact and their role as a responsible employer.
Karin Sheppard to head up IHG Europe
Karin Sheppard returns to Europe with more than 15 years of IHG experience across multiple markets.
U.S. News & World Report releases 2018 Best Hotels rankings
Four Seasons Resort Lanai is the Best Hotel in the USA; Ritz Paris is the Best Hotel in Europe.
