Fewer hotels are using social media for marketing purposes The American Hotel & Lodging Association surveyed some 8,000 hotels in the US to understand what steps they are taking to enhance guest acquisition and services with technology. Source: Hotel Marketing Fewer hotels are using social media for marketing purposes
Marriott introduces rooms for the health conscious For an extra $30 a night, Marriott’s new “Stay Well” rooms offer air purifiers, organic mattresses and anti-microbial countertops, as well as circadian mood lighting, aromatherapy and vitamin C-infused showers for healthier hair and skin. Source: Hotel Marketing Marriott introduces rooms for the health conscious
TripAdvisor revenue misses as hotel income falls TripAdvisor reported lower-than-expected quarterly results, as its referral and transaction revenue fell 9.6 percent in the third quarter. The company is struggling to monetize the growing user base and content due in part to a late shift to mobile. Source: Hotel Marketing TripAdvisor revenue misses as hotel income falls
Judge rejects Airbnb bid to halt San Francisco ordinance A U.S. judge on Tuesday rejected Airbnb’s request to block a San Francisco law that forbids the home-rental company from taking bookings from hosts who have not registered their home with the city. Source: Hotel Marketing Judge rejects Airbnb bid to halt San Francisco ordinance