Has New AI Search Killed Traditional SEO? Here’s What Works Now in the New Reality – Image Credit Puzzle Partner   (aka…The New AI Search Algorithm Ate My Traffic – And Other Bedtime Stories for Marketers) Gratitude plays a central role in my life, and I’m deeply thankful for the privilege of working with remarkable clients. […]
The Hotels Network’s AI Receptionist KITT Now Available on Oracle Cloud Marketplace   KITT now deploys on OCI and integrates with OPERA Cloud via OHIP, enabling real-time booking and fully automated voice reservation support for hotels The Hotels Network (THN), a leading provider of direct growth solutions for hotels and an Oracle partner, today announced KITT, THN’s […]
Rendering of voco hotel London – Waterloo and Hotel Indigo & Suites London – Waterloo – Image Credit IHG Hotels & Resorts   IHG Hotels & Resorts, in partnership with Palm Holdings, is set to expand its presence in London with the introduction of two new properties: voco London – Waterloo and Hotel Indigo & Suites […]
Rising Marketing Expenditures Among Online Travel Agencies in Q1 2025 – Image Credit Unsplash+Â Â Â
Online travel agencies (OTAs) like Airbnb, Booking Holdings, Expedia Group, and Trip.com Group collectively increased their marketing spend to $4.5 billion in Q1 2025, continuing a trend of aggressive investment in brand and customer acquisition.
These companies are diversifying […]
Crowne Plaza Katowice Hotel – Image Credit IHG Hotels & Resorts   IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the upcoming opening of Crowne Plaza Katowice in Poland, set for 2026. IHG Hotels & Resorts is expanding its presence in Poland with the addition of a new hotel, Crowne Plaza Katowice, slated to open in 2026. This […]
Image Credit Cogwheel Marketing   Cogwheel Analytics, a leading business intelligence platform for the hospitality industry, is pleased to announce the appointment of Ben Golson as Chief Operating Officer and Partner. Golson officially assumed his new role on May 12th, 2025, and will oversee day-to-day operations, team development, and strategic execution as the company continues its […]
Wellness Real Estate Report 2025: Major Wellness Hotels Outshine in Revenue and Profit   Visit Major Wellness Hotels Excel in Revenue and Profit Growth in 2024, According to Wellness Real Estate Report The 2025 edition of the Wellness Real Estate Report, produced by HotStats and RLA Global, highlights significant financial performance improvements 2024 among hotels with […]
Miraval The Red Sea Residences – Image Credit Hyatt   Miraval Resorts & Spas, in collaboration with Red Sea Global, will introduce Miraval The Red Sea Residences, featuring twenty beach villas in Saudi Arabia, scheduled for late 2025. Miraval Resorts & Spas has announced the upcoming launch of Miraval The Red Sea Residences in Saudi Arabia. […]
What is a Metasearch Engine? the Ultimate Guide for Hotels – Image Credit Lighthouse   How to improve performance on metasearch engines Ranking high on metasearch engines is critical for your property because would-be guests typically click on the top few results, just like in a Google search. A top position can significantly increase visibility, click-through […]
Q1 2025 P&L Snapshot: What U.S. Hotels Are Really Telling Us – Image Credit Populus Hotels   The first quarter of 2025 painted a relatively stable picture for U.S. hotels. Revenue crept up, gross operating profit margins remained intact, and costs, particularly labor—appeared manageable. But under this surface-level steadiness lies a more nuanced story, one marked […]
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