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Hospitality Net recently shared its "2025 Hotel Industry Playbook", highlighting 11 key trends that will shape the hospitality industry next year. tldr: its time for hotels to adopt new technology and automation to simplify operations and boost revenue. A few trends that we're eager to watch unfold: #5: Attribute-Based Pricing: Upsell, or Leave Money on the Table #6: Experience-Centric Travel is the only travel that matters #8: The Battle for Conversion will be at Online Checkout https://lnkd.in/gvjEdz4k

Next week Tara Wynne-Parry is off to Oklahoma City to spend time at the OHI Conference & Expo! Let us know if you'll be there in the comments! #outdoorhospitality

“Partnering with Sabre Hospitality allows us to bring our unique weather coverage directly to hoteliers and travelers,” said Nick Cavanaugh, CEO of Sensible Weather. “Through this partnership, Sabre’s hospitality clients can offer weather-related assurances to guests, providing peace of mind and fostering loyalty. This is a powerful way to improve the booking experience while addressing travelers’ concerns over weather disruptions.” Looking forward to bringing Weather Guarantees to travelers everywhere through Sabre's large network of hotel properties! #travel #traveltech #hospitalityinnovation https://lnkd.in/g_jhFj7E

🧘♀️ Tomorrow is the first day where a few lucky vacationers will enjoy our Election Escape in partnership with Urban Cowboy. To combat the heightened anxiety that many Americans are feeling about the election, we put together a complete escape in the Catskills including activities to promote relaxation and enjoyment, and of course, a Weather Guarantee. 🌧️ Read more in the recent piece from Trend Hunter below! https://lnkd.in/gqVWjJMF

We're reshaping the booking journey with new partnerships alongside Flex Pay (formerly Uplift), Protect Group, and Sensible Weather! Hotels using SynXis Booking Engine can now offer flexible payments, trip protection, and weather guarantees, bringing added convenience and peace of mind to every stay. 🌦️🛡️ Learn more about these exciting collaborations in the full release here 👇 bit.ly/40sq1xM

At the Independent Lodging Congress last week in Sausalito, CA, Sensible's Peter Van Dorn led a panel on how outdoor experiences are shaping hospitality. Panelists included Vinny C. from AutoCamp and Angeli Tarsadia from Outdoor Citizen. During the discussion, Vinny shared this great insight: "What we've learned is that not only is [the outdoors] part of what we offer from an experience standpoint, but really in terms of design, what folks are looking for when they come to an AutoCamp property. So we've tweaked our design standards in terms of what amenities we have to have as part of our design criteria: Mainly pools, as we've trended and grown into more of that family-friendly, resort-style accommodation then that couples getaway boutique hotel." Thanks to everyone who joined us! Stay tuned for more insights on the evolving role of outdoor-driven hospitality experiences. #Hospitality #GuestExperience #OutdoorLiving #IndependentLodgingConference #SensibleWeather #AutoCamp

Coveted direct #bookings are ticking up compared to pre-pandemic numbers - but they’re not rising as quickly as predicted earlier this year - mobile is an increasingly important channel for bookings and #AI is an in-demand tool among hospitality providers. These are just a few of the takeaways from H2c’s latest study “The Hotel Direct Booking Acceleration,” publishing October 30. The research offers insights on technology and strategy tied to the future of direct bookings. Learn more about the study on #PhocusWire: https://bit.ly/4fiFk0k #travelnews #traveltech #travelindustry #travelbookings #directbookings

❄️ Ski vacations aren’t just for avid skiers! ⛷️ Ski getaways come in many shapes and sizes, with something for everyone. While seasoned skiers may live for the slopes and après-ski relaxation, many resorts cater to those who prefer alternative adventures. From tubing and snowshoeing to ice skating and snowmobile tours, there's a little bit of everything at today’s top ski destinations. 🏔️ Check out these great winter destinations highlighted by Forbes: Gunstock Mountain Resort Camelback Resort Tamarack Resort Sunshine Village Ski & Snowboard Resort Deer Valley Resort https://lnkd.in/gwNmUBsE

In our recent webinar, "Boosting Hotel Bookings by Tapping into Guests’ Love of the Outdoors" The Edgewater Hotel General Manager Ian Robert McClendon shared some of the benefits he's experienced since introducing Weather Guarantees at his property. Other benefits hotels experience: ✅ Increased conversion rates between 5-19% ✅ Increased average order sizes ~2% ✅ Decreased cancellation rates ~2% Missed the webinar? Check out the recap here: https://lnkd.in/gSKMHmsu

As we look ahead to 2025, the travel industry is shaping up with some exciting trends: 🎶 Sports & Music Tourism are skyrocketing, fueled by fans willing to spend more on once-in-a-lifetime experiences. 🏞️ Sustainability is at the forefront, with longer, eco-conscious safaris and “not-hot” destinations like Greenland and Ghana. 🧘♀️ Wellness Tourism is set for a glow up—incorporating futuristic elements like AI-powered biohacking, nap-a-latte caffeine drinks, vibroacoustic therapy, and more. 🏝️ Coolcations will continue to rise as travelers seek water-centric, refreshing escapes to beat climate change-driven heat. 💼 Bleisure Travel remains strong, especially among Millennials and Gen Z, who blur the lines between work and play. 🍽️ Culinary Tourism is also gaining momentum, with food experiences becoming a key part of travel plans. #TravelTrends2025 #Sustainability #WellnessTourism #BleisureTravel #CulinaryTourism #SportsTourism See more ⬇️