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In today's episode, Sarah Dandashy & Steve Turk dive into the ongoing staffing shortages affecting over three-quarters of U.S. hotels despite significant efforts to improve wages and benefits.
We also explore the latest developments in hotel loyalty programs focusing on direct bookings and enhanced guest experiences. Our discussion includes Hilton's strategic acquisitions aimed at expanding its lifestyle hotel portfolio and how these moves align with its long-term goals.
Additionally, we cover the new plane-spotting area in North Carolina that offers a family-friendly atmosphere without the need for an airline ticket.
Lastly, we touch on Instagram's updated Note feature, which is set to enhance travel planning through social interactions.
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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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Welcome to Good Morning Hospitality! In this episode, we dive into the latest trends and news from the hospitality industry. Join Sarah, Raphi, and Leo as they discuss the nuances of home swapping and its rise in popularity, fueled by remote work and cost-conscious travelers. They analyze AirDNA’s recent data, which reveals a promising summer for short-term rentals in Europe and the economic drivers behind it. Moreover, they explore how individual hosts in the US are making a significant impact on state law regulations against short-term rentals.
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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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Wil Slickers, Brandreth Canaley, and Michael Goldin are back after a very busy week(s) of travel (for Wil & Brandy at least 🤣) to discuss some of the topics discussed during Skift's STR Summit in New York last week with some of the biggest voices in the STR sector and other topics around recent tech outages that could have a greater ripple effect than just on their customer base!
Thank you to our friends at sojo for powering this episode, just like you power operators to have amenities on autopilot, smoothly, and with peace of mind! Go to getsojo.com/gmh to learn more and experience it yourself!
Also, if you're ready to meet up with other industry experts and operators like you, come to our Good Morning Retreat July 8th-10th! goodmorningretreats.com to get your name on the list!
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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 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!

This episode is brought to you by our friends at sojo! With guests becoming more savvy about the properties they book, the transparent pricing practices (or lack of), and many other topics discussed on this show, an empty pantry is another thing that catches guests off guard during their stay! Let sojo solve that problem for you and get the sojo pantry for your homes at getsojo.com/gmh

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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