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Articles tagged “guest experience”

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IDEAS: Holiday Inn Launches Open Lobby Concept in Dubai

Holiday Inn has introduced a new open lobby concept at the 275 room Holiday Inn Dubai Business Bay, located in the United Arab Emirates.  Credit: IHG Hotels & Resorts The new concept has been designed to transform the traditional hotel lobby into a multi-functional hub that fosters ‘a dynamic environment where individuals can seamlessly blend…

Adam Stacey | 4 months ago

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IDEAS: Renaissance Hotels Launches RENAI, its New AI-powered Virtual Concierge

Guests staying at select Renaissance Hotels will soon have access to RENAI, a virtual concierge. Credit: Renaissance Hotels/Marriott Bonvoy RENAI, which stands for Renaissance Artificial Intelligence, is being launched as part of a pilot program designed to provide guests with instant access to ‘vetted , insiders’ picks for vibey cocktail bars, under-the-radar attractions, top-rated breakfast…

Adam Stacey | 4 months ago

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IDEAS: Air Canada Introduces New Tracking Tool for Baggage and Mobility Aids

Air Canada is launching a new feature within its mobile app that will enable customers to track their baggage and mobility aids in real time. Credit: Air Canada According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, more than one in every 100 wheelchairs and scooters that travel in the cargo hold of an aircraft on domestic…

Adam Stacey | 5 months ago

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IDEAS: IHG Hotels & Resorts Launches Experiential Winter Chalet Campaign

IHG Hotels & Resorts is getting into the holiday spirit with the launch of a new experiential winter campaign at a selection of its American properties.  Credit: Roger Davies / IHG Hotels & Resorts Select InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, Vignette Collection and Hotel Indigo properties will be transformed into ‘Winter Wonderlands’…

Adam Stacey | 5 months ago

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IDEAS: Qatar Airways Goes Organic with New Onboard Menu

Qatar Airways is introducing a range of new onboard menu items that have been sourced from organic farms in Qatar, in celebration of EXPO 2023 taking place in Doha. Expo 2023 Doha, which is running through March 2024, celebrates the theme of 'Green Desert, Better Environment,' and aims to promote sustainable innovations. Credit: Qatar Airways…

Adam Stacey | 5 months ago

Business Travel

Wellbeing… The Last Mile of Luxury? In Conversation with Harry Jameson

In episode eight of the Skift Ideas Podcast, we are joined by Harry Jameson of Pillar Wellbeing, to examine the industry's transformative journey towards embracing and incorporating wellness as an integral aspect of the guest experience.

Skift | 5 months ago

Wellbeing… The Last Mile of Luxury? In Conversation with Harry Jameson

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IDEAS: Kimpton Partners with Anthropologie on New Accessory Borrowing Scheme

We've all experienced that moment of dread when we arrive in our hotel room and begin unpacking our luggage, only to realize that we've forgotten to pack the star piece of one of our planned outfits. Well a new partnership from Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants and Anthropologie aims to alleviate these feelings of 'pack-xiety'. Credit:…

Adam Stacey | 6 months ago

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IDEAS: Finnair Set to Renew the Cabins of its Embraer Fleet

Finnair has announced that it will be giving the interiors of its Embraer aircraft a refresh in the coming years.  Credit: Finnair According to a release from the Finnish carrier, the new cabins will build off the familiar elements introduced in the carrier’s new long-haul aircraft cabins and will provide a ‘fresh and inviting interior’…

Adam Stacey | 6 months ago

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IDEAS: Qatar Airways to Roll Out SpaceX’s Starlink on Select Routes

Qatar Airways has announced a new collaboration with SpaceX’s Starlink, which will see the carrier introduce complimentary high-speed internet connectivity onboard specific aircraft and routes.  Credit: Qatar Airways The new initiative, which is currently in the pre-launch phase, will allow passengers to enjoy Wi-Fi speeds of up to 350 Megabits per second, allowing internet-based services…

Adam Stacey | 6 months ago

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IDEAS: Emirates Launches New Initiative to Support Neurodivergent Passengers

Emirates and Dubai International Airport are working with local schools, autism groups and key stakeholders on a new initiative in an effort to improve the travel experience for neurodivergent passengers.  Credit: Emirates The ‘travel rehearsals’ have been designed to allow neurodivergent passengers to practice their journey through the airport and onboard aircraft, during which they…

Adam Stacey | 6 months ago