Singapore tourism accelerator opens, Kyoto’s first Moxy, using local networking to your hotel’s advantage, content personalization and value the role of the revenue manager.

Singapore tourism accelerator opens for applications
Wednesday, 10th July 2019

The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) is calling for local and international companies to join the Singapore Tourism Accelerator, the pilot programme, which will run for two years, aims to develop solutions to long-standing issues, as well as developing new ideas that will transform the tourism sector.

Its targeting start-ups already at the prototyping or business development stage, as well as those that have piloted a breakthrough solution in another city and are looking for opportunities to scale their solutions in the Singapore and Asian markets >>

Kyoto’s first Moxy to open in Spring 2021
10 Jul 2019 : Nijo Hospitality, an affiliate of Tokyo-based Pacifica Capital, has signed a franchise agreement with Marriott International to open the first 'Moxy' lifestyle hotel in Kyoto. Construction of the 158-room 'Moxy Kyoto Nijo' starts in July 2019 and the hotel is expected to open in spring 2021 >>

Discussion on 'Tourism Financing for the 2030 Agenda'
10 Jul 2019 : Tourism’s unique potential as a tool for driving the global sustainable development agenda has taken center stage at a special event hosted by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) in Geneva, Switzerland >>

Jeddah Season presents the world with multi-cultural experiences in Saudi Arabia
10 Jul 2019 : Recent years have witnessed a sea change in Saudi Arabia, as the Kingdom continues its path of economic and cultural diversification in line with the goals of Vision 2030. The Government's inspiring roadmap for the future, this groundbreaking festival heralds the dawn of a new era for the Kingdom as a global travel destination >>

Marriott update on reservation database security incident
10 Jul 2019 : Marriott International announced that the UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has communicated its intent to issue a fine against the company in relation to the Starwood guest reservation database incident that Marriott announced on November 30, 2018 >>

The most comprehensive exhibition in APAC for the hotel & hospitality sector
10 Jul 2019 : NoVacancy: For just two days each year, more than 200 vendors and suppliers from around the world converge on Sydney to show you the latest innovative solutions that can help your business >>

HIGHLIGHT ARTICLE

Using Local Networking to Your Hotel’s Advantage
Wednesday, 10th July 2019

For any business, local networking is important and for managers in the hotel industry, it is imperative, as such, it is important to become very involved in the local networking scene, such as trade associations, management networking events, local chambers, etc.

This is not only important for the success of the property but also in setting a strong networking foundation that can prove to be beneficial throughout your career >>

Content Personalization Engine 2.0
Consumers are more curious, more impatient, and demand more personalized results now more than ever before and according to a recent study by Epsilon, 80% of consumers are more likely to complete a purchase when brands offer personalized experiences >>

Placing More Value on the Role of the Revenue Manager
Melissa Kalan, Founding Director of ARMA (Australian Revenue Management Association) has focussed her career on revenue management and having worked at both hotels and airlines, she has a wealth of experience and can truly see the value that Revenue Strategy brings to both industries >>

Global Newsletter from yesterday: July 09, 2019
Global luxury travel market is expected to reach USD2T+, Phuket, increase profit by driving incremental revenues, making working vacations work and why these hotels don’t allow children >>