Automatic - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 71

Losing Time, Money and Guests: The High Price of Disconnected Hotel Systems

📈 Hotel operators across Europe are losing 322-470 hours annually due to fragmented systems, with 47% using 2-4 systems, and 25% using 5+. This inefficiency wastes 13-19% of operating costs. In regions like Switzerland and Germany, the impact is more severe. 70% of operators believe real-time data would improve decision-making. Only 24% operate on a single system; integration could greatly enhance efficiency and guest experience. 57% of consumers report technology has improved their hospitality experience.

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BCD releases 2026 business travel outlook

📊 BCD Travel's 2026 Outlook reveals global economic growth may hit 2.6%, its weakest since 2009 (excluding 2020), with inflation over 3%. Airfares are expected to rise 1.1% globally, with Africa and Asia experiencing the highest increase. Hotel rates will grow 4.9% globally, highest in the Middle East at 8%. Car rental rates are set to rise 2-4%. Sustainability remains crucial, with only 9% of companies applying carbon fees and 15% investing in sustainable aviation fuel.

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Cloudbeds Partners with Klaviyo to Empower Hoteliers with Data-Driven Marketing and Personalized Guest Experiences

📈 Cloudbeds partners with Klaviyo in San Diego, CA to enhance hotelier marketing. Founded in 2012 and used in 150 countries, Cloudbeds integrates with Klaviyo's B2C CRM, supporting over 176,000 brands. The partnership allows real-time guest data-driven messages without setup fees. Cloudbeds' platform, trusted for its AI model, has won multiple awards, including World’s Best Hotel PMS (2022). Klaviyo's tech aids brands like Mattel and improves marketing efficiency and revenue.

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Top 10 DOs and DON’Ts for your hotel lead nurturing strategy

💻 AI in hospitality is reshaping guest engagement, with 78% of hotel chains investing in AI. Successful properties blend AI efficiency with human interaction, leading to more direct bookings. AI handles lead qualification, voice/text analytics, and seamless handoffs, while human agents build relationships. Speedy responses increase lead qualification by 7x, and leveraging multiple channels boosts conversions by nearly 5x. Revinate powers 950+ million guest profiles across 12,500+ hotels, generating over $17.2 billion in direct revenue.

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Kerten Hospitality Enters Morocco With Signing Of Cloud 7 Hotel Dersa Tetuàn

🏨 Kerten Hospitality, in a partnership with Oromecanica Group, signed a deal for Cloud 7 Dersa Tetuàn in Casablanca, marking its entry into Morocco. Set in the historic Dersa building in Tetouan, the hotel will offer 63 rooms including family suites, and features such as the award-winning Joontos restaurant, a cigar lounge, lobby café, and rooftop bar. Located near Martil-Tamuda Bay, it aims to blend Tetouan's Andalusian and contemporary styles.

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Mews and YouLend deliver €2 million in Flexible Financing to hotels across Europe and the US

💵 Mews and YouLend have provided nearly €2 million in funding to hotels across Europe and the US. Hotels can access flexible funding through Mews, with France being the latest addition. Eligible customers can apply online, with funding decisions made in 24-72 hours for amounts between €3,000 and €1,000,000, based on card payment volumes. Repayments are a fixed percentage of daily revenue, aligning with business performance. Mews powers 12,500+ customers across 85+ countries.

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Skýra Retreat to Debut in December 2025: An Intimate Nordic Hideaway in Finnish Lapland

🏖️ Skýra Retreat, opening December 2025 near Rovaniemi, Finland, offers luxury rooted in Nordic heritage. Restored 1950s village schoolhouse with new log suites designed by UKI Arkkitehdit, led by Johannes Jutila and Enni Hukka. Features include four accommodation types, private saunas, bespoke dining, and a Finnish thermal spa. First Finnish property in Small Luxury Hotels of the World. Located at Ahventie 77, Rovaniemi, Finland.

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Checking In: Lakefront Glamour When the Dock Hotel, Södertälje’s New Urban Destination, Opens

📍 Södertälje, Sweden, welcomes The Dock Hotel by the marina, featuring 14 floors with sleek rooms, indulgent dining, and sky bars. Located 30 minutes from Stockholm, it merges industrial heritage with nature. Open now, it includes Jackie's dining and Birds Eye sky bar. The Dockyard offers unique event spaces. In summer 2024, The Dock Spa and a 120 square meter Dock Gym will open, enhancing wellness offerings. Explore more at thedockhotel.se.

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U.S. Travel Welcomes Introduction of VISIT USA Act to Restore Brand USA Funding Ahead of Major Global Events

🗺 WASHINGTON, Wednesday - The VISIT USA Act, introduced in Congress, aims to restore funding to Brand USA, ensuring it promotes the U.S. abroad. This move is crucial as the nation gears up for events like the 2026 FIFA World Cup, America 250, and the 2028 Summer Olympics. Expected outcomes include attracting nearly 40 million visitors and generating $100 billion in economic impact. Key supporters include Senators Sullivan, Klobuchar, Capito, Rosen, and Representatives Bilirakis, Castor.

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Bespoke Hotels Selects Canary Technologies to Enhance the Digital Guest Journey

📱 Canary Technologies partners with Bespoke Hotels to enhance digital guest services across its 50+ UK hotels. Bespoke leverages Canary's mobile-first Guest Management System to modernize operations and elevate guest experiences. Key features include AI Guest Messaging in 100+ languages, mobile check-in, and smart checkout. Canary serves over 20,000 hotels worldwide, including top brands like Marriott and Four Seasons. Recognized for innovation, Canary was named in Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies 2023.

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