Image Credit Manus.ai   Can Manus.ai’s advanced AI agent handle hotel bookings on popular engines? Not always! Discover its capabilities, limitations, and potential impact on direct bookings. While Generative AI has been a huge topic in hospitality for years now, a new type of AI is on the scene and becoming more relevant to hoteliers every […]
LivAway Suites Begins Construction on New Tucson Hotel – Image Credit Livaway Suites   LivAway Suites has commenced construction on a new extended-stay hotel in Tucson, Arizona, marking its fourth location in the state within six months, with an expected opening in Summer 2026. LivAway Suites has started construction on a new extended-stay hotel located at […]
Episode 273 – Experiential Marketing: Crafting Memorable Guest Experiences – Image Credit TravelBoom Marketing   We’ve said it on this show for years. No one is coming to stay at your property; they are coming to experience your area. Your property is just a necessity for the guest. (with the exception of a very few resorts). […]
Image Credit Fivelements Retreat in Bali   The hospitality industry contributes to 3% of global carbon emissions, with hotel operations responsible for 1% and construction of new hotels accounting for the remaining 2% (UNTWO,2022). Additionally, the industry generates approximately 289,700 tons of waste annually, which include around 79,000 tons of food waste (Tostivint et al., 2016). […]
CBRE Report: What 10,500 New Flights Mean for Australian Hotels – Image Credit Unsplash   New international flight routes are set to supercharge Australia’s hotel sector, creating demand for potentially 1.9 million room nights annually, according to a new CBRE analysis. Over the last year, CBRE has tracked the launch of 56 new international flight routes, […]
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After 1Q25’s forecast release, CBRE cut its 2025 GDP outlook to 1.3% from 1.9%.In June, CBRE reduced its 2025 and 2026 GDP growth estimate to 1.3% and 2.0%, respectively, below the long-run average of 2.1%. Inflation is now expected to increase in 2026 to 3.6% up from 2.7% previously, which could put sustained […]
Embassy Suites Phoenix Tempe Hotel – Image Credit CBREÂ Â Â The Embassy Suites by Hilton Phoenix Tempe is now on the market, presenting a lucrative opportunity for potential investors. CBRE Hotels is managing the sale, emphasizing the property’s strategic location and potential for significant value enhancement. Situated directly off Highway 60, the hotel provides convenient access […]
Is Your Hotel Ready for an AI Agent? Signs It’s Time to Automate – By Mayela Lozano – Image Credit InnQuest Software   After three decades in hospitality technology, we’ve watched countless operational trends come and go. But AI concierge tools represent something different, they’re not about replacing the human touch that makes hospitality special. Instead, […]
Two Leading Agencies Unite to Form a Global Marketing Force in the Hospitality and Leisure Spaces Denver-based Screen Pilot and United Kingdom-headquartered Ignite have officially joined forces, forming a 100-person global agency poised to redefine marketing for the hospitality and leisure sectors. This strategic merger and acquisition combines Screen Pilot’s data-driven, tech-forward expertise with Ignite’s […]
Duetto and The Hotels Network, a Lighthouse Company, Announce Strategic Partnership to Boost Direct Hotel Bookings and Optimize Marketing Spend – Image Credit The Hotels Network   Duetto, the world’s leading revenue management software provider for the hospitality industry, and The Hotels Network (THN), a Lighthouse company and the leading direct growth platform for hotels, today […]
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