Jason Clampet

Jason Clampet is the co-founder and Chief Product Officer at Skift.

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Daily Lodging Report

India Sees Double-Digit Room Rate Growth

In February 2024, major Indian hotel markets experienced near double-digit ADR growth and slightly higher occupancy rates, with notable increases in Hyderabad and Goa despite occupancy dips, and overall performance surpassing February 2019 levels.

2 weeks ago

Daily Lodging Report

Wyndham Expands in the Extended-Stay Sector

WaterWalk, Wyndham’s 25th brandstands out from other hotel brands in that it lets owners sell a mix of rooms, with about 60% marketed as extended-stay hotel rooms and about 40% marketed as short-term rentals.

2 weeks ago

Daily Lodging Report

Hilton Plans 75 Hotels in India

Hilton aims to triple its India portfolio to 75 hotels in three to four years, expanding into emerging markets like Ayodhya and introducing luxury brands, with a focus on tier-I markets and the growing wedding segment.

3 weeks ago

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Las Vegas Lifts U.S. Hotel Performance

U.S. hotel performance in February 2024 saw modest revenue gains driven largely by Las Vegas and major events, with luxury and upscale chains leading growth amidst varied demand across other segments.

3 weeks ago

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India Hotel Investment Activity Recap

India’s hospitality sector in 2023 saw a record investment of $401 million, marking a near fourfold increase from 2022, with robust growth in hotel transactions, signings, and openings, particularly in tier-two cities, and an optimistic revenue growth forecast for FY2025 driven by spiritual tourism.

3 weeks ago

Hotels

Oyo CEO Discusses Personal Highs and Lows, Shark Tank’s Impact – Full Video

Oyo CEO Ritesh Agarwal talked candidly about his dramatic past year. He saw his business thrive and became a judge on the popular TV show Shark Tank India. However, he also suffered personal loss and saw an IPO filing stall.

Rashaad Jorden | 3 weeks ago

Oyo CEO Discusses Personal Highs and Lows, Shark Tank’s Impact – Full Video

Daily Lodging Report

Marriott Vacations’ New Timeshares Collection

Marriott Vacations Worldwide introduced The Marriott Vacation Clubs City Collection, featuring branded properties in seven cities with plans for expansion to other urban areas, including the addition of two Westin Vacation Club properties.

3 weeks ago

Tourism

U.S. Ambassador Garcetti Wants More Americans Traveling to India: Full Video

Eric Garcetti wants more Americans to visit India — and he wants more Indians to visit the U.S. He talked to President Biden about visa wait times.

Justin Dawes | 3 weeks ago

U.S. Ambassador Garcetti Wants More Americans Traveling to India: Full Video

Airlines

Air India’s CEO On How the 92-Year-Old Airline Has a Start-Up Culture — Full Video

Air India CEO Campbell Wilson has lofty ambitions for Air India. Once underinvested by the Indian government, Air India now 470 aircraft on order and hired thousands of new employees as part of an effort to turn its operations around.

Meghna Maharishi | 3 weeks ago

Air India’s CEO On How the 92-Year-Old Airline Has a Start-Up Culture — Full Video

Daily Lodging Report

Thailand Is Considering Casinos

Thailand’s legislature is considering legalizing casino resorts, anticipating a potential increase of US$12 billion in tourism revenue.

3 weeks ago