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Sometime around the end of last year, rumour had it that email was somewhat dead.  What? It can’t be? Exactly! It is in fact still very much thriving, which means for us, that email marketing is still an extremely powerful tool to connect with guests and clients alike. Hooray! Below we have compiled a list of both Australian and United States Email Marketing Stats from 2012 – an interesting insight to see what is happening in the big wide world of email and email marketing. Let’s begin close to home. Vision 6, an e-messaging solutions company in Brisbane produced an Email Marketing…

I’ve never been one of those travelers who goes crazy for gear. I like to pack light and keep things simple. That means no fancy drones, hefty DSLR cameras, bulky headphones, GoPros, or chunky hiking boots. If it doesn’t fit in my 40L backpack, it stays home. It’s why you hardly ever see me write posts on gear or suitcases. I’m a simple person: I got one backpack, I throw some clothes in it, and I’m off. But the clothes…well, the clothes are important. I abuse my clothes a lot. I carry only a few outfits with me and they…

Shiji Distribution Solutions Sees Remarkable Growth, Announces Key Promotions Anson Lau Promoted to Managing Director – Global, Natalie Kimball Named Vice President of Strategic Accounts, Americas & EMEA, and Lluc Pons Promoted to Director of Strategic Account Sales. USA, Atlanta, Georgia. June 05, 2024 Shiji Distribution Solutions achieved its best year in 2023, doubling booking production from 2019 despite air travel capacity remaining below pre-pandemic levels. Over the past year, the company has expanded its global business footprint considerably, signing new partnerships in Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Indonesia, Europe and the US, while launching a next-generation channel manager for customers in…

Tim Rumney, CEO at BWH Hotel Group GB. – Image Credit BWH Hotel Group    91% of UK hoteliers report a significant cost increase since the Autumn Budget, with 60% noting a surge of over 20%. The increases are attributed primarily to hikes in employers’ National Insurance and rises in the National Living and Minimum Wage. A survey conducted by BWH Hotels, representing over 200 independently run hotels, including Best Western branded properties, across Great Britain, revealed that the Autumn Budget has brought about a steep increase in costs for hoteliers, with 91% noting a rise and 60% observing a…

Imagine sailing down one of Europe’s iconic rivers as picturesque villages, castles and landscapes pass you by, all while twinkling lights from nearby Christmas markets dance on the water. While this might sound like a fairy tale, it can be a reality on a Christmas market river cruise.From late November through December every year, most river cruise companies with Europe-based ships take excited passengers to idyllic towns to learn about Christmas traditions, shop at local Christmas markets and try tasty seasonal treats.These river cruises only run seasonally while the markets are open, so they tend to book up quickly with…

Global Revenue Forum 2024 Announces Amazon Web Services’ Greg Land as Keynote Speaker AWS Global Segment Leader for Hospitality Will Address More Than 1,000 Hotel Commercial and Revenue Leaders Across Europe on Resilience and Innovation United Kingdom, London, England. December 15, 2023 The Global Revenue Forum announced Greg Land, Global Segment Leader – Accommodation, Lodging, Casino & Cruise for Amazon Web Services, as the event‘s opening and keynote speaker. Land will address more than 1,000 attendees across Europe, and more than 300 live in London, on Resilience and Innovation in hospitality in the year ahead. The 2024 Global Revenue Forum…

Evolution Hospitality Announces Management of Sheraton Gunter Hotel San Antonio Aimbridge Hospitality’s Lifestyle Division Will Manage the Historic Property. USA, Saratoga, California. December 23, 2020 Evolution Hospitality, the lifestyle division of Aimbridge Hospitality, the leading, global, third-party hotel management company, has been selected to manage the Sheraton Gunter Hotel San Antonio. The Sheraton Gunter Hotel San Antonio is owned by Axle Companies, a privately owned real estate investment firm that pursues opportunities of sensible nation-wide portfolio expansion and diversification. Axle Companies engages in businesses that create beneficial social and environmental impact alongside a strong financial yield. With 322 guest rooms…

Google has recently revamped the design of its Analytics interface, streamlining several features that were strewn across different tabs and making it a more coherent, easy to use product. Here is a run through of the most prominent changes.  New Top Navigation and Sidebar  The most significant change involves the orange top navigation bar and sidebar. All of the report tabs that were previously listed under a main tab labelled “Home” (these include the Dashboards, Shortcuts, Intelligence Events and Real Time tabs) have been streamlined under one tab called “Reporting.” As well as this, Real Time now appears under “Standard Reports”, while…

Images by IRIS In the same vein as your website and social media platforms, the Guest Directory can be just as valuable in terms of functioning as your ‘shop window’ – demonstrating the breadth of your services and offer, boosting guest engagement, enhancing the guest journey and, crucially, driving ancillary revenue. Whilst historically it has served as a straightforward in-room paper guide with practical information on hotel facilities and policies, with the advance of mobile technology it has been transformed into a dynamic, digital tool. But how can hoteliers harness its potential to keep guests informed and drive engagement with…

Boston, with its rich history, wide-open green spaces, and first-rate museums, is a must-visit city for any traveler. While I may be biased (I grew up here), I think more people should visit — especially history buffs and foodies. Whether you’re strolling the cobblestone streets of Beacon Hill, exploring the bustling Seaport District, or enjoying the iconic views along the Charles River, the city has a lot to offer (don’t skip the Freedom Trail!). And when it comes to finding a place to stay, Boston’s has a ton of options catering to every type of traveler and budget. But some…