Since Digital Key was launched publicly in December 2015, it’s now is available in almost 4,900 properties in 45 countries. # hoteliermagazine https://t.co/DSWTawuXSH.
After news broke of a COVID-19 vaccine trial that was at least 90% effective, publicly traded hotel companies’ stock prices rose significantly.#hotelnewsnow
No less important to the recovery of the hotel sector is restoring customer confidence. Several hotel brands in China already offer free cancellation, re-booking assistance and extended loyalty membership. As well as offering strict hygiene and sanitary measures.
The top-three items consumers have decreased spending on are:
•dining out and/or nightlife (67 per cent)
•travel (58 per cent)
•car rentals or purchases (25 per cent).
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More than 40% of Americans are spending less during the Covid pandemic. The top-three items consumers have increased spending on during the pandemic are:
*face masks (76 per cent)
*groceries (60 per cent)
*digital-entertainment subscriptions (40 per cent)
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The Asia Pacific hotel industry has reported continued performance improvement from COVID-19 low points thanks to strong domestic demand and holidays, including Chinese markets. #hotelnews. https://t.co/KdmsNpSvDk
Four major markets reached or surpassed 50% occupancy: Norfolk/Virginia Beach, Virginia (55.9%); San Diego, California (53.6%); Los Angeles/Long Beach, California (52.7%); and Detroit, Michigan (50.6%). #hotelnewsnow
With the proper planning, preparation and professional help, hoteliers can help their guests breathe easy and ensure their hotels remain picture perfect.
Hotel demand grew to 18 million room nights sold (+500,000 week over week). Saturday (5 September) occupancy came in at 69.0%, just 2.6% less than the comparable Saturday in 2019. #hotelnewsnow
A recent New York City mandate requires travelers from more than 30 restricted states to self-quarantine for two weeks before accessing lodging accommodations.
According to tests at the University of Edinburgh, face covering, when properly worn, can cut the forward spread of potential COVID-19 droplets from the mouth by 90%. #4hoteliers
Between January and May, the sudden and rapid fall in tourist arrivals cost an estimated $320 billion, three times greater than the impact of the Great Recession of 2007-2009. #4hoteliers;# UNWTO
U.S. hotel gross operating profit per available room reached positive territory for the first time since February, according to STR‘s latest monthly P&L data. # hotelnewsnow