IHG Likes Third-Party Bookings and 4 Other Hospitality Trends this Week


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This week in hospitality, IHG goes its own way when it comes to reservations, Cvent is having trouble attracting group bookings, and Choice Hotels hopes to expand its presence in the upscale market.

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IHG Likes Third-Party Bookings When Other Hotels Prefer Direct Reservations: InterContinental Hotels Group has frequently been contrarian over the years when it comes to travel distribution. The chain recognizes that not all guests are brand loyal, and that it is wise to maintain healthy rela