Alexandra E. Petri

Hotels

What Hotels Say About Airbnb on Their Earnings Calls

Airbnb: potential distribution partner or industry threat? Some hotel companies and booking sites say neither, while others are keeping a watchful eye on both the positive and negative effects Airbnb may create.

Alexandra E. Petri, Skift | 9 years ago

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Best Travel Ads This Week: Sky’s The Limit With Airlines’ Storytelling Techniques

Airlines are becoming more playful as they experiment with ways to deliver a sense of their brand.

Alexandra E. Petri, Skift | 9 years ago

Hotels

Best Western Offers Independent Properties a Unique Choice

On one hand, best Western doesn't scream four-star comfort. On the other, they're not making these hotels pay big time just for the added distribution. It seems like a win-win for hotels that are better than good enough.

Alexandra E. Petri, Skift | 9 years ago

Hotels

Red Roof Inn Talks International Strategy and Sweet Spots for Economy Lodging

The key to success in its road ahead lies less in the countries where it will develop its presence but more in the developers it is partnering up with.

Alexandra E. Petri, Skift | 9 years ago

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Best Travel Ads of the Week: TV as the Connector

In the world of social media, TV still has a place in promoting all things travel.

Alexandra E. Petri, Skift | 9 years ago

Hotels

La Quinta’s Interim CEO Says Company’s Future Leadership Still Remains Unclear

What does it take to lead La Quinta?

Alexandra E. Petri, Skift | 9 years ago

Hotels

Commune Hotels Introduces Personalized Guest Communication Service

Alexandra E. Petri, Skift | 9 years ago

Hotels

Hilton Says It’s Not Worried About Starwood-Hyatt Merger

Hilton Worldwide officials say they like the chain's position and claim the game plan wouldn't change if Starwood indeed is involved in a merger.

Alexandra E. Petri, Skift | 9 years ago

Hotels

Extended Stay America Sees a Potential Partner, Not a Threat From Airbnb

Extended stay hotels don't have a real threat from Airbnb, but they may have a good distribution partner in the platform.

Alexandra E. Petri, Skift | 9 years ago

Hotels

Four Seasons Keeps Visitors Wired With Free Wi-Fi Across All Its Properties

To meet consumer demands and make it easier for visitors to access the mobile app, Four Seasons unveiled a new standard of Wi-Fi: complimentary access available for an unlimited number of devices.

Alexandra E. Petri, Skift | 9 years ago