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As the Paris Olympics draw near, the excitement is palpable not just for the sports enthusiasts but also for the travel and hospitality sectors all across Europe. The major sporting event promises a significant influx of visitors, not only to France but to neighboring countries as well, poised to experience a surge in tourism….
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Detroit’s Draft Week Success: Hotels Can Bank on Event Tourism by Working in Conjunction with Major Events
During the NFL draft week in Detroit last month, the city achieved an unprecedented spike in hotel revenues, marking a significant milestone in its economic landscape. This surge is a reflection of a broader trend seen in other major cities during major events. It further demonstrates just how impactful event-driven tourism is on local…
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Hotels & the Hospitality Industry Need Innovative Tech Strategies to Grow in 2024
The hospitality industry is on the brink of transformation as it faces 2024 and technology is going to be a major factor in that change. Last year’s challenges, including the muted growth in the U.S. hotel market, have paved the way for innovative strategies to enhance hotel performance. Where did 2023 leave the hospitality…
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Building Relationships, Exceeding Expectations: Meet the Powerhouse Duo of B2B Hospitality
Introducing Leslie Tillem and Curtis Parris: The Powerhouse Duo Shaking Up the B2B Hospitality World Leslie Tillem and Curtis Parris bring a wealth of experience and expertise to the table, making them the perfect duo to discuss the top trends in B2B hospitality. In a recent interview, Leslie and Curtis delved into their experiences…
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DisruptED: Selling and Customer Engagement
Taking risks can certainly be daunting, but it can also lead to opportunities one would never have fathomed. Taking risks is even a behavior aligned with entrepreneurial spirits. How does taking a risk help an individual transition from an International Relations major to become current head of their own company? And how has customer engagement…
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Change Starts Here: Together Is Better
The last few years of the COVID-19 pandemic emphasized how important community and togetherness are. While being alone and on your own has its upsides, so does being and engaging with others. It’s something that people who travel a lot might also recognize when they attend events that bring groups together. On this episode of…
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Hotel Digitization and Mullet Travel Key to Hospitality Success in 2023
The hospitality industry faced many challenges right after COVID, such as loss of income and labor shortages. However, the industry has demonstrated new ways to adapt to issues such as labor shortages by adding digitization to the customer experience and blending business and leisure into one, which has been coined “mullet travel.” How important…