Flight D7 001 from long-haul low-cost carrier AirAsia X landed at Honolulu International Airport on June 28, marking the airline’s first foray into the US.Ê
Mantra Group is closing the gap on gender inequality
Mantra Group is closing the gap on gender inequality, with its latest data showing the accommodation group sits well above the industry average for female employees and that an influx of women in management has boosted gender equality in senior roles.
BHG and AccorHotels form partnership for Accor to manage 26 hotels in Brazil
Brazil Hospitality Group and its shareholders, which are funds managed by GP Investments and GTIS Partners, have announced an agreement with French group AccorHotels by means of which Accor will reflag and manage a portfolio of 26 hotels and 4,400 rooms. AccorHotels will pay R$200 million for the transaction.Ê
etouches announces acquisition of Loopd, a leading onsite data-driven technology
etouches, a top global provider of cloud event management software,Êhas announced the acquisition of Loopd, an enterprise SaaS start-up that enhances attendee experience through data-driven technology. This acquisition complements etouches recent pivot to a data-driven approach to enhancing clientsÕ event success.
Flattening reservation pace presents ongoing challenge for hoteliers
As North American hoteliers progress through the early months of 2017, the pace of new bookings is flat with new February reservation commitments at -0.8 per cent. However, average daily rates (ADR) for the first and second quarters of 2017 are showing signs of growth across all travel segments.
Germany becomes star performer for hotel transactions, says HVS report
Hotel transaction volume across Europe reached Û17.8 billion in 2016, down 25Êper cent downÊon the previous yearÕs record volume, according to the annual European Hotel Transactions report, published this week by HVS and its brokerage and investment services division HVS Hodges Ward Elliott.
Cruise bookings show solid growth in 2017
Travel Leaders Group released its travel survey data specific to the cruise industry, which together with real-time current booking data indicates increased demand among leisure travelers for cruise vacations in 2017.
Dormakaba acquires Mechanical Security businesses from Stanley Black and Decker
The acquisition of certain Mechanical Security businesses from Stanley BlackÊand Decker has been completed by dormakaba, following satisfaction of customary closing conditions including the receipt of all necessary regulatory approvals.
Thailand extends visa fee waiver scheme for tourists from 21 countries
The Royal Thai Government recently approved the extension of the visa fee waiver and reduction for visas on arrival for tourists from 21 countries. The original scheme, established on November 30Êlast year, will now be extended until August 31Êthis year.
TravelClick launches new messenger feature with Guest Management Solutions
TravelClick, a global provider of innovative, cloud-based and data-driven solutions for hotels to maximize revenue, has launched a new Guest Messenger feature, which is integrated into TravelClickÕs Guest Management Solutions. With this innovative tool, hoteliers can have text conversations with guests before, during and after stays to not only further engage guests and personalize the guest experience but also build loyalty.
