Automatic - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 67

When Siri starts recommending hotels

📱 Jan 21, 2026: Apple integrates Google’s Gemini models into Siri, transforming travel bookings. Operating at the system level, Gemini-powered Siri influences travel decisions before traditional channels. Hotels face new competition for AI-driven recommendations, lessening dependency on OTAs. Accurate data is critical. AI personalizes recommendations, impacting visibility. Privacy concerns may slow Apple's rollout but boost user trust. This marks a gradual, significant shift in hotel distribution. Read more about AI trends at Hospitality.today.

U.S. hotels record first full-year performance decline since 2020

🏨 U.S. hotel performance declined in 2025, the first drop since 2020, reports CoStar. National occupancy fell to 62.3%, dropping RevPAR despite a 0.9% increase in ADR to $160.54. New York City led major markets in occupancy, ADR, and RevPAR. San Francisco saw the highest ADR and RevPAR gains, whereas Las Vegas and Houston faced the steepest declines in ADR and occupancy, respectively. The data signals a shift from post-pandemic recovery to a more varied market performance.

Google’s message to hoteliers: visibility now depends on intent, not just keywords

💻 Jan 21, 2026, Google reports a shift in hotel discovery patterns. Travelers now use conversational AI for early planning but depend on Google search for booking, preferring trusted hotel sites. AI recognition of images and reviews influences search visibility. Broad hotel keywords decline, while specific searches increase. Google's advice: adapt to AI trends by enhancing content, visuals, and reviews now and iteratively. New exploratory searches highlight AI's role in evolving guest journey dynamics.

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What the Data Tells Us About Japan’s Next Chapter in Hospitality

🖥️ Japan's accommodation sector is booming in 2025. Business sentiment is strong, with 76% reporting good past performance, up from 63% in 2024 and 56% in 2023. Employment plans forecast 7.9 new hires, about one-third of the workforce. Technology adoption is growing, with 60% finding AI useful for cybersecurity. Investment confidence rises, with 60% planning increased spending. Seasonal strategies include digital travel platforms and flexible bookings. The Japan Accommodation Barometer 2025 surveyed 260 industry leaders.

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How SilverBirch Hotels & Resorts Streamlined Financial Operations with Fairmas

🏨 SilverBirch Hotels & Resorts, a leading Canadian hospitality company, revamped its financial planning by adopting FairPlanner and FairPayroll from Fairmas, enhancing accuracy and efficiency. Previously reliant on error-prone Excel spreadsheets, SilverBirch now enjoys improved forecasting, budgeting, and labor cost planning. Key benefits include increased budget accuracy, faster scenario comparisons, and enhanced decision-making. Fairmas, founded in 2003, serves over 5,500 hotels globally, expanding its presence beyond Europe.

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Sailrock South Caicos Unveils Refined Island-Chic Design Refresh Led by Studio Darlene Brown

🏖️ Sailrock South Caicos has refreshed its accommodations, led by Studio Darlene Brown, emphasizing craftsmanship and coastal aesthetics. The Great House Reception features a jewel-box style, while the Great House Lobby highlights local art by Pamela Leach. The restaurant and bar now incorporate coastal-inspired patterns, with updates culminating in early 2026 at the Beachfront Villas. Guests can currently enjoy the redesigned suites and social spaces, offering an enhanced connection to the island's natural beauty.

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New Data Shows How Travelers Are Using AI to Plan and Book Trips, And It’s Not What You Think

🗺️ 78% of travelers using AI book trips based on its recommendations, with 90% aware of AI's travel capabilities. Among AI users, 63% rely on it for most trips, and 94% trust AI as much as traditional sources. AI saves users 1-3 hours per trip, enhancing confidence for 38% and aiding discovery for 35%. For hotels, 84% of travelers are more likely to book if AI recommends them, emphasizing the need for clear, structured property information.

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Choice Hotels International Launches New Global Campaign Centered on Travel Values

🛫 Choice Hotels International, Inc. launches a global marketing campaign on January 20, 2026, emphasizing travel value. The campaign, featuring Keegan-Michael Key, is in its third year, developed with 72andSunny New York and dentsu X. Highlighting brands like Cambria and Comfort Hotels, it showcases offerings across 7,000 properties in 46 countries. The Choice Privileges® rewards program provides enhanced benefits. The campaign runs on TV, digital, and social media, aligning with events like college basketball.

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Noelle Nashville Amplifies Guest Experience with Marshall Speakers

🎵 Noelle Nashville, located in downtown Nashville, enhances guest experiences by equipping every room with Marshall Bluetooth speakers, distributed by Safemark Systems. This initiative aligns with the hotel's music-centric ethos, featuring a Ryman Vinyl Suite with a curated vinyl collection. Marshall speakers, known for their iconic design and superior sound, are easy to connect via Bluetooth. This partnership reflects a trend in the hospitality industry towards premium, immersive guestroom amenities.

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Cloudbeds and Ágora Partner to unify Hotel POS and Operations for Seamless Guest Experiences

💻 Cloudbeds partners with Ágora POS on January 20, 2026, in San Diego, CA, enhancing hotel operations with integrated systems in Spain. The partnership centralizes revenue, improves regulatory compliance, and ensures reliable operations. Cloudbeds, trusted across 150 countries, and Ágora, with 40 years of POS experience, aim to unify financial flows and enhance guest experiences for hotels, easing operational challenges. Hotel executives benefit from accurate reporting, faster financial processes, and consolidated billing.

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