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Hotels

Executive Q&A: Susanne Hatje of Mandarin Oriental, New York

Change is the norm in New York City’s highly competitive luxury hotel sector. But some iconic properties, like Mandarin Oriental, New York, have had remarkable staying power in the eyes of guests. We explore the keys to its success in this executive interview.

Mandarin Oriental, New York + Skift | 5 years ago

Tourism

New York City Projects Record-Breaking Visitors as U.S. Inbound Travel Cools

The picture of U.S. inbound travel overall is not particularly bright. But New York City has proved uniquely equipped to weather the storm.

Rosie Spinks, Skift | 5 years ago

Business Travel

Redesigning New York’s East End for Year-Round Luxury

Small towns across the world like Montauk are becoming luxury destinations. Hoteliers building luxury experiences within them face a handful of challenges to balance the local community and original allure with high-end service and amenities. It will be interesting to watch how these brands and locations evolve as tourism continues to boom.

Samantha Shankman, Skift | 5 years ago

Hotels

Airbnb Goes Manhattan Upscale With Apartment-Style Suites at Rockefeller Center

It’s got to be hard to get that “local feel” when you’re staying at one of the biggest tourist destinations in New York City.

Isaac Carey, Skift | 5 years ago

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Online Travel

How New York City Became one of the Top Destinations on Chinese Social Media

China’s social media market can be tough to crack for destination marketers based overseas. But the success of NYC & Company, the city’s official DMO, has shown that data-driven insights are key to creating a digital strategy that resonates with Chinese outbound travelers.

Mailman X + Skift | 6 years ago

Business Travel

The New Luxury Vacation Is Crunchier and Quieter

As guests seek personalization, authenticity, and experiences outside their daily grinds, these well-designed outdoor lodges hit a sweet spot by maintaining a low profile that appeals to their customers' underlying desire to disconnect.

Samantha Shankman, Skift | 7 years ago

Hotels

Airbnb Tries to Clear Away Political and Legal Challenges in New York and San Francisco

With its latest public policy efforts, Airbnb is inching toward legitimacy by being more willing to share information with cities. But is this enough to appropriately address the real issues, and will cities be willing to meet them halfway?

Deanna Ting, Skift | 7 years ago