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In this episode, Sarah Dandashy and Steve Turk celebrate a “joint birthday” by discussing their personal stories about entering the hospitality industry, their favorite cake flavors, and their dream travel destinations.

We also discuss our top song picks that capture our essence and debate between savory and sweet hotel amenities. On the professional side, we highlight the latest additions to AAA’s Four-Diamond properties, including unique locations in both the United States and internationally.

Furthermore, we discuss Hilton’s ambitious plan to double its lifestyle hotel count by 2028, emphasizing the growing trend toward lifestyle hotels in the industry. Marriott International also gets a spotlight with the unveiling of its new midscale hotel brand, Project Mid-T, aimed at easing the process for developers converting existing properties.

Lastly, we touch on a health incident involving passengers on a United Airlines flight, highlighting the importance of safety and health in travel. Join us for a blend of personal insights and the latest hospitality news in this special birthday episode.
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Good Morning Hospitality is part of the Hospitality.FM podcast network and a Hospitality.FM Original. If you like this podcast, then you'll also love Behind The Stays with Zach Busekrus, which comes out every Tuesday & Friday, wherever you get your podcasts!
This show is structured to cover industry news in travel and hospitality and is recorded live every Monday morning at 7 a.m. PST/10 a.m. EST. So make sure you tune in during our live show on our social media channels or YouTube and join the conversation live!
Thank you to all of the Hospitality.FM Partners that help make this show possible, and if you have any press you want covered during the show, fill out this form!
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Join us for an informative episode of Good Morning Hospitality, where we cover the latest news and trends in the travel and hospitality industry. Hosts Leo, Raphi, and Damian discuss recent events they organized, delve into the challenges of over-tourism and regulation in popular travel destinations, and explore the impact of AI on travel planning. Tune in for engaging discussions and valuable insights every Tuesday. Don't miss out on this week's episode as we navigate through key topics and upcoming events in the industry!

0:00 GMH 5-31-24 video
00:26 Introduction and Greetings
01:02 Rafi's Event Recap
01:29 Damien's Conference Updates
02:06 Upcoming Dubai Event
04:40 Summer Plans and Personal Updates
06:41 Rafi's Owner Event Details
09:33 Regulations and Market Trends
11:20 Balearic Islands Rental Regulations
20:09 AI in Travel Planning
29:24 Conclusion and Sign-Off
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Welcome back to Good Morning Hospitality!

In this episode, Michael Goldin, Brandreth Canaley, and Wil Slickers discuss the latest topics at recent and upcoming conferences, like the VRMA Executive Summit and Skift's STR Summit. They also talk about some numbers and data (provided by Jamie Lane) about Airbnb revenue from hosts and professional managers!

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Good Morning Hospitality is part of the Hospitality.FM podcast network and a Hospitality.FM Original. If you like this podcast, then you'll also love Behind The Stays with Zach Busekrus, which comes out every Tuesday & Friday, wherever you get your podcasts!
This show is structured to cover industry news in travel and hospitality and is recorded live every Monday morning at 7 a.m. PST/10 a.m. EST. So make sure you tune in during our live show on our social media channels or YouTube and join the conversation live!
Thank you to all of the Hospitality.FM Partners that help make this show possible, and if you have any press you want covered during the show, fill out this form!
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In this episode, Sarah Dandashy and Steve Turk go into significant shifts and novel introductions within the hospitality sector.
Kempinski Hotels makes a groundbreaking move by appointing Barbara Muckermann, former CEO of Silversea, as its first female CEO, signaling a new era for Europe's oldest luxury hotel group.
We explore Swimply's unique job opportunity, offering $100,000 to its newly minted 'Chief Pool Officer', who will review pools across all 50 states.
In tech advancements, we discuss airports worldwide enhancing traveler experiences through significant technology investments, aiming for a seamless and efficient guest journey.
Additionally, we touch on the impressive growth in holiday bookings at Marriott International's new all-inclusive luxury resort, Almare, in Isla Mujeres. Join us as we discuss these exciting developments that are setting new standards and expectations in travel and hospitality.
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Good Morning Hospitality is part of the Hospitality.FM podcast network and a Hospitality.FM Original. If you like this podcast, then you'll also love Behind The Stays with Zach Busekrus, which comes out every Tuesday & Friday, wherever you get your podcasts!
This show is structured to cover industry news within all of travel/hospitality and is recorded live every Monday morning at 7 am PST/10 am EST, so make sure you tune in during our live show on our social media channels or YouTube and join the conversation, live!
Thank you to all of the Hospitality.FM Partners that help make this show possible, and if you have any press you want covered during the show, fill out this form!
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In this episode of Good Morning Hospitality, Leo, Sarah, and Raphi discuss the latest industry news, trends, and thought-provoking discussions. We dive deep into the forthcoming Euro 2024 and its impacts on travel bookings and highlight Airbnb's decision to remove experiences from their platform. Raphi introduces us to HomeToGo's fresh AI innovations and how Google is revolutionizing search with AI, shifting the future of SEO. Join us for valuable insights into the evolving landscape of travel and hospitality.
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Good Morning Hospitality is part of the Hospitality.FM podcast network and a Hospitality.FM Original. If you like this podcast, then you'll also love Behind The Stays with Zach Busekrus, which comes out every Tuesday & Friday, wherever you get your podcasts!
This show is structured to cover industry news in travel and hospitality and is recorded live every Monday morning at 7 a.m. PST/10 a.m. EST. So make sure you tune in during our live show on our social media channels or YouTube and join the conversation live!
Thank you to all of the Hospitality.FM Partners that help make this show possible, and if you have any press you want covered during the show, fill out this form!
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In this episode, Brandy, Michael, and Wil explore the challenges facing summer travelers, starting with the rise of hidden 'junk fees' that are unexpectedly inflating travel costs. 

They also discuss how Google's search practices could be impacting online travel agencies and consumer choices. Additionally, they examine Booking Holdings' intensified lobbying efforts and their potential motives and impacts on the travel industry. Join us as we uncover how these developments could affect your travel plans and the broader industry dynamics.

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Good Morning Hospitality is part of the Hospitality.FM podcast network and a Hospitality.FM Original. If you like this podcast, then you'll also love Behind The Stays with Zach Busekrus, which comes out every Tuesday & Friday, wherever you get your podcasts!
This show is structured to cover industry news in travel and hospitality and is recorded live every Monday morning at 7 a.m. PST/10 a.m. EST. So make sure you tune in during our live show on our social media channels or YouTube and join the conversation live!
Thank you to all of the Hospitality.FM Partners that help make this show possible, and if you have any press you want covered during the show, fill out this form!
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