Marriott’s new reservations system could be its secret weapon in direct booking wars Expect all the other major hotel brands to be revamping their reservations systems just like IHG has, and Marriott soon will, too. Source: Hotel Marketing Marriott’s new reservations system could be its secret weapon in direct booking wars
How hotels can compete in the Airbnb landscape As new travel aspects surface across Airbnb initiatives, the contest to compete is constantly evolving. For hotels and resorts this presents an exciting opportunity to initiate innovative hotel experiences. Source: Hotel Marketing How hotels can compete in the Airbnb landscape
UK tour operator Brexit lobby group issues no-deal warning A lobby group representing tour operators that employ UK staff to work in EU resorts and destinations has warned of dire consequences if the UK does not secure a Brexit deal. Source: Hotel Marketing UK tour operator Brexit lobby group issues no-deal warning
Amex M&E forecasts steady growth for Meetings & Events in 2019 Meeting planners are optimistic about 2019, according to American Express Meetings & Events’ 2019 Global Meetings & Events Forecast, based on a survey conducted in July and August of over 700 meetings and events professionals in 33 countries. Source: Hotel Marketing Amex M&E forecasts steady growth for Meetings & Events in 2019