Upcoming webinar ‘How to Maximize Reviews on TripAdvisor’ will help independent hoteliers understand how reviews can be effectively used to influence travelers, how to tap into the power of automated review collection tools and learn from examples of successful hotels who have increased reviews using automated technology.
Bed & breakfasts benefit from strong growth
During the first half of 2015, the number of reservations at B&Bs was 39% higher than in the same period last year, and the number of accommodations increased by 18% according to Bedandbreakfast.eu.
Marriott launches campaign to drive direct bookings
Each of the 30 and 60 second “#itpaystobookdirect” spots injects humour in communicating the benefits of booking hotel stays directly on Marriott.com.
Ritz Carlton partners with Trey Ratcliff’s Photo Walk Across the USA
Ritz-Carlton sees sponsorship as an opportunity for guests to learn, engage and share their experiences through photography.
Name tag pros and cons: the feedback
Most responses claimed that name tags are necessary as a comfortable and more personal way to interact, not only with guests, but also among work colleagues.
Wyndham Hotel Group to add eight new Ramada Hotels in China
Opening through the end of 2017, the combined eight properties – several of which fall under the brand’s growing Ramada Encore tier – will increase the size of the Ramada portfolio in China by more than 10 percent.
Singapore’s 50th anniversary celebrations drive holiday travel boom
Europe leads the way in travel to Singapore, up 9.9% in total visitor nights for the same time last year.
LUX* Resorts & Hotels partners with heidi klein swim & beachwear
heidi klein’s LUX* Maldives Collection will debut in stores in February 2016.
Marriott teams with NBA to take fans #AroundTheWorld
Marriott Rewards members will have access to unique NBA experiences in 12 cities around the world, starting this week in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Hilton and Primestar to develop 10 new hotels in Germany and Austria
The new additions are expected to focus on the rapidly expanding Hampton by Hilton brand, and concentrate on key cities across the Central European region.
