Airlines
United Airlines Reconsiders Fleet Plans
Today's podcast looks at United's Boeing blues, Expedia CEO's message to hotels, and Marriott CEO's growth strategy.
Marriott International News
The journey of the largest hotel chain in the world, Marriott International, Inc. - now with more than seven thousand hotel, residential, and timeshare properties - began with a root-beer stand in Washington, D.C. in 1927 started by J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott. Following its $13.3 billion acquisition of Starwood Hotels & Resorts in 2016, it became the largest global hotel company. It currently commands a mammoth portfolio of more than two dozen hotel brands such as JW Marriott Hotels, The Ritz-Carlton, The Luxury Collection, Delta Hotels, Marriott Vacation Club, Le Méridien, Sheraton Hotels and Resorts, Courtyard, Fairfield, and W Hotels. Its properties contain nearly a million and a half rooms worldwide. Through its premier loyalty program Bonvoy, it is engaged in partnerships with the likes of United Airlines, Uber, American Express, Hertz, and others to optimize customer engagement.
Hotels
Ayodhya's $10 Billion Revamp Sparks Ambitious Tourism Projections: India Report
Despite the surge in online travel searches, the ultimate success in reaching the 50 million tourist goal for Ayodhya hinges on translating the ambitious infrastructure plans into tangible reality.
Hotels
Hilton and Marriott's Banner 2023
Hilton said they ended 2023 with the strongest development quarter in its history while Marriott International, Inc. announced the company’s record year of global signings with 52% more organic rooms signed in 2023 than the previous year.
Hotels
Marriott’s 3 Big Challenges: CEO Anthony Capuano Makes a Case for Growth
Despite doubling its room count over a decade, Marriott CEO Anthony Capuano remains optimistic about the company's growth potential. He's betting that high-margin luxury hotels and a tech revamp will help sustain fat fees.
Hotels
Marriott Debuts Moxy in India
Marriott International debuted their Moxy Hotels brand in India this week while also expanding their JW Marriott brand to the city of Surat, Gujarat.
Hotels
Airbnb to Boost Host Capacity and Highlight Offbeat Destinations in Uttarakhand: India Report
By building a host network in less-explored regions, Airbnb would be contributing to responsible tourism development, and also diversify its offerings in India — a priority market for the company.
Short-Term Rentals
There Will Be a Short-Term Rental Boom in the Middle East
The Middle East’s lofty tourism goals mean a re-think in accommodations. Luxury hotels won’t be enough.
Hotels
Humanity's Faustian Climate Bargain Comes Due
Traditional travel seasons are changing faster than a melting snowcap, and tour operators are leading the way in adapting to extreme weather.
Hotels
How Hotels Will Seduce the Middle-Class Traveler
Luxury is fun, and lifestyle properties are hip. Yet mid-market brands that serve middle-class travelers, a rising group, are the biggest opportunity for major hotel groups.
Hotels
Hopper Has a Hotel Chain Problem
Hopper is under pressure to get profitable, and an IPO may be in its long-range plans. Blowback against some of its fintech products and issues with hotel chains, aren't helping.