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Good Morning Hospitality Hospitality.FM
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The Hospitality Industry is always growing, changing, and innovating! This is the podcast that will bring you the top news and topics from industry experts in different fields of hospitality. Join us live every Monday morning (7am PST // 10am EST) on our social channels or YouTube channel. The podcast goes out every Monday & Wednesday morning, the best day of the week!
About the hosts:
Wil Slickers: Founder of Hospitality.FM & Co-Founder of Recreation Rentals. HFM is a podcast network dedicated to producing the best content, podcasts, and series for all categories of hospitality.
Michael Goldin: COO & Co-Founder of Storied. Storied is a brand for castle hotels all over Europe. Michael and Wil started GMH during covid as they saw a gap for this type of content during a crazy hospitality landscape.
Brandy Canaley: Brandy is the COO of Roami (formerly known as Sextant Stays) and joined the podcast full time in early 2022. Brandy brings an incredible amount of insight and perspective as a hospitality operator with over 600 units and counting.
Good Morning Hospitality is part of Hospitality.FM - the hospitality industry's only podcast network dedicated to the professionals in the industry.
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IHG Introduces Apple AirPlay; Marriott Advances Towards Net Zero
In this episode, Sarah Dandashy and Steve Turk explore the latest advancements in enhancing the guest experience in the travel and hospitality sectors.
IHG Hotels & Resorts now offers Apple AirPlay across more than 60 North American properties, allowing guests to stream their personal content securely to their room's TV. Meanwhile, Marriott International celebrates a significant milestone in its journey towards net-zero emissions, emphasizing its commitment to sustainable practices.
Additionally, they delve into proposed legislation in California targeting Transportation Security Administration (TSA) line cutters, a potential first-of-its-kind law aimed at improving airport security line efficiency.
Join us as we discuss these pivotal developments shaping the future 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 who help make this show possible. If you have any press you want covered during the show, fill out this form!
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LG TV's, Summer Travel Trends, and Airbnb Opening Up to Renters!
In this episode of Good Morning Hospitality Europe, Leo Walton, and Raphaele Cline are back with a special appearance of Damian Sheridan to discuss upcoming events like the Scale Green conference in London and analyze industry developments, including a new TV platform for short-term rentals and Airbnb's global summer travel trends for 2024. They debate the potential impacts of Airbnb's efforts to work with local governments on rules that would allow renters to host, examining the implications for the industry's professional standards and guest experiences.
00:00 Welcome to Good Morning Hospitality
00:35 Introducing the Crew and Personal Updates
02:25 Upcoming Event: Scale Green Conference Preview
03:20 Summer Holiday Plans and Trends
05:27 Innovations in Hospitality: LG's Customizable TV Platform
17:01 Exploring Airbnb's Global Summer Travel Trends for 2024
23:33 Airbnb's Strategy to Engage Local Governments and Renters
31:03 Wrapping Up and Looking Forward
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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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Lower Credit Card Fees Equal Lower Travel? And We're At Google's Mercy!
Brandreth Canaley, Michael Goldin, and Wil Slickers are back with more Monday news for all of you Early Risers!
How can lower credit card fees impact travel spending and the frequency of travelers to our destinations? Are we also at the mercy of Google's search algorithm? And is AI-generated content helping you or hurting you?
Tune in this Monday to discover the answers to these questions and more!
This episode is brought to you by our partners at sojo! sojo is the gift that keeps on giving, so grab your 30 days of sojo amenities and check out their gifting program for owners and guests alike!
This episode is also brought to you by Good Morning Startups, where hospitality startups and media intersect! Reach out if you're a hungry startup looking to accelerate your growth through trusted industry professionals!
Articles Mentioned in the show:
Credit Cards:https://www.phocuswire.com/Travel-groups-warn-of-fewer-trips-if-US-adopts-plan-lower-credit-card-fees
Google Changes: https://www.phocuswire.com/google-seo-search-travel-blogger-ota-core-update-march
Acquired Podcast Episode on Visa: https://www.acquired.fm/episodes/visa
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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!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices -
Expanding Horizons: European Hotel Growth and Travel Trends 2024
In this episode, we (Sarah Dandashy & Steve Turk) delve into the strategic expansions in Europe. Marriott International and IHG Hotels & Resorts each added about 100 new properties, reflecting robust growth in the hospitality sector.
We also touch on Las Vegas' boost in tourism with significant rises in convention attendees and economic benefits from large-scale events. On the travel front, Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan is highlighted as 2024's top frequent flyer program, offering exceptional rewards.
Additionally, we cover a peculiar incident on a United Airlines flight that was diverted due to a service dog's mishap, underscoring unexpected challenges in air travel.
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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 who help make this show possible. If you have any press you want covered during the show, fill out this form!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices -
GMH Europe: TripAdvisor Removes 2M Reviews, Scaling Locally, & Booking.com Removes Sustainability Badge
Good Morning Hospitality is excited to welcome and announce our GMH Europe Crew, Leo Walton, Sarah DuPre, and Raphaele Cline. In this episode, some of the topics include the implications of TripAdvisor blocking 2 million fake reviews in 2023, the benefits of staying local versus rapid expansion in property management, and Booking.com's reevaluation of its sustainability program. The discussion concludes with a look at the importance of authenticity in reviews, the challenges of scaling while maintaining quality and local charm, and the necessity for genuine sustainability efforts in the hospitality industry.
00:00 Starting the Day with Morning Rituals
00:39 Catching Up: Personal Updates and Adventures
02:20 Introducing the Hosts and Their Backgrounds
03:01 Celebrating Industry Recognition and Nominations
04:20 Diving Into the World of Online Reviews
06:22 Exploring the Impact and Trustworthiness of Reviews
08:00 Personal Experiences and Opinions on Reviews
09:45 The Debate on Review Authenticity and Bias
13:23 Concluding Thoughts on Reviews and Feedback
15:44 Exploring the Hyperlocal Approach in Short-Term Rentals
17:23 The Challenges of Scaling Locally for Rental Companies
18:46 The Impact of Local Expertise on Property Management
25:17 Navigating the Complexities of Sustainable Travel Programs
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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!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices -
"Phocusing" on Economic & Cultural Sustainability with Madeline List
Madeline List, Senior Analyst at Phocuswright, joins Michael Goldin, Brandreth Canaley, and Wil Slickers this week to cover a range of topics from Phocuswrights' recent study and how operators can apply some of these findings to their business!
This episode is brought to you by our partners at sojo! sojo is the gift that keeps on giving, so grab your 30 days of sojo amenities and check out their gifting program for owners and guests alike!
This episode is also brought to you by Good Morning Startups, where hospitality startups and media intersect! Reach out if you're a hungry startup looking to accelerate your growth through trusted industry professionals!
Grab the Phocuswright Report Here: https://www.phocuswright.com/Travel-Research/Consumer-Trends/Beyond-Climate-Change-Cultural-and-Economic-Sustainability-in-Travel
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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!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices