Episode 274 – The Influencer Playbook: 3 Simple Wins for Independent Hoteliers – Image Credit TravelBoom Marketing    Good day fellow hoteliers and welcome to episode 274 of The Hotel Marketing Podcast by TravelBoom. Today we also have a special guest. Mr. Nick Escobar with our sister agency Joybyte. As a reminder, every episode is also […]

How AI Agents in Hospitality Work Hand-in-Hand with Traditional Guest Service – Image Credit TrustYou    In the hospitality industry, nothing beats exceptional guest service. For decades, hotels have differentiated themselves through warm welcomes, personal touches, attentive staff, and comfortable rooms. But as guest expectations evolve, even the most dedicated teams face growing challenges in delivering […]

Hyatt Place Chicago | Medical/University District – Image Credit Hyatt    Execuvue business intelligence platform enables faster insights, more efficient analysis and smarter decisions for leading hotel asset management firm Aptech, a leading provider of scalable accounting, business intelligence, financial planning and management solutions for the hospitality industry, today announced that Murphy Asset Management has implemented […]

Paul St. John – Image Credit Aptech    Aptech, a leading provider of hospitality-specific accounting and finance software, is pleased to announce the appointment of Paul St. John as Vice President of Sales. In this role, St. John will lead Aptech’s strategic sales strategy, expand market presence, and accelerate growth.  With over 25 years of experience […]

Understanding and Leveraging Hotel KPIs to Drive Success – By Heather Apse – Image Credit Unsplash+    In today’s competitive hospitality landscape, successful hoteliers are turning to data—and more specifically, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)—to make smarter, faster, and more strategic decisions. These measurable metrics allow you to track performance, evaluate profitability, and fine-tune operations in real […]

Image Credit Global Travel Collection    Global Travel Collection’s data indicates a 64% year-over-year increase in luxury hotel bookings in France for July, with Paris, Nice, and Marseille as the top destinations. Global Travel Collection (GTC) has reported a significant rise in luxury hotel bookings in France for July, marking a 64% increase compared to the […]

Hotels Embrace Buy Now, Pay Later: A New Trend in Travel Financing – Image Credit Unsplash+    Hotels are increasingly adopting Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) options to attract a new generation of travelers, though many are still hesitant to integrate this payment method. The hospitality industry is witnessing a shift in payment preferences as more […]

Mercedes Blanco – Image Credit Lighthouse    Industry veteran transitions to VP Enterprise Growth as part of strategic Lighthouse acquisition Lighthouse, the leading commercial intelligence platform serving 85,000+ in 185 countries hotels globally, today announced the appointment of Mercedes Blanco as Vice President of Enterprise Growth, marking a significant milestone in the company’s strategic acquisition of […]

Rotana Hotels & Resorts and Lighthouse Announce Strategic Partnership to Enhance Commercial Intelligence – Image Credit Lighthouse    Leading Middle Eastern hospitality group selects Lighthouse to power commercial decisions across 80+ properties Lighthouse, the leading commercial platform for the hospitality industry, has been selected by Rotana Hotels & Resorts as their preferred rate intelligence provider. The […]

Kimpton Mas Olas Resort & Spa, Mexico – Image Credit IHG Hotels & Resorts    IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced that it has surpassed one million open rooms globally. This development comes as the company continues to expand its presence in over 100 countries, supported by a growing travel industry and a strategic focus on […]