July 10, 2024

News to Know

The Future of Kiosks in the Hotel Industry
(SOURCE: FRANK MAYER)

As headlines continue to publicize self-service technology’s impact on popular markets like QSR, grocery, healthcare, and retail, a quieter transformation is happening in the hotel industry.

While many customer-facing categories aim to provide speed, convenience, and accuracy, this niche of the hospitality industry often measures success through personalized guest experiences – something that seems counter to the very nature of self-service.

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AVIATION

NDC Adoption Drives Surge in Direct Airline Bookings (PHOCUSWIRE)

How the Airline Lounge Continues to Evolve (USA TODAY)

SUSTAINABILITY

Roomex Leverages API for Carbon Reporting Tool (THE BUSINESS TRAVEL MAG)

SriLankan Airlines Embraces Sustainability with New Eco-Friendly Business Class Amenities (BUSINESSWORLD HOTELIER)

HOSPITALITY

Marriott Unveils a Booking Tool for Business Travelers (TRAVEL WEEKLY)

How Hotel Sales, Marketing, Revenue Leaders Handle Collaboration (COSTAR)

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Hilton and Small Luxury Hotels of the World Expand Partnership (HOSPITALITY TODAY)

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GBTA WINiT
“WINiT Wednesday”: GBTA WINiT Programming at Convention

GBTA WINiT is coming to Convention 2024 (July 22-24, Atlanta, GA), with exciting content not to miss! Join us on Wednesday, July 24 for our empowering programming in service of career mobility for women in business travel:

Physical Health While on the Move: A WINiT Panel
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM ET
Winning in the Workplace: A WINiT Power Panel
9:15 AM - 10:00 AM ET
The Power of Storytelling: Unleashing Success with Heather Dee
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM ET

The Convention is less than two weeks away, but registration is still available. Take advantage of this chance to network, learn, and get inspired with like-minded women leaders who are passionate about gender equity in our industry – sign up now!

GBTA Convention 2024 Exhibitors

Exhibitors	Booth
KSL Resorts	3860
Langham Hospitality Group	1921
LATAM Airlines	2449
Leonardo Hotel Group	4148
Level Hotels & Furnished Suites	3413
Limos4	4845
LOT Polish Airlines	2832
Lufthansa Group	3533c
Lufthansa Group - Business Lounge	BL-4
Luma Hotels	3442
Lyft Business	2950
Lyndon Group	3152

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Crisis24 Intelligence Brief

Austria, Czech Republic and Poland - Severe weather forecast in parts of Austria, Czech Republic, and Poland through at least July 11. Transport, utility disruptions possible.

South Korea - Disruptions due to flooding and landslides ongoing in central and southern regions of South Korea July 10. Further adverse weather forecast.

Sri Lanka - Rail workers' strike affecting Sri Lanka as of July 10. Rail service disruptions reported. Protests, clashes possible.

United States - Response operations ongoing in Texas July 9 due to Hurricane Beryl. Casualties and power outages reported; protracted disruptions likely.

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