Good Morning Hospitality

Happy Monday Post-Super Bowl, where more people were cheering for Taylor Swift & Usher than they were any of the teams playing 😉 Today, we're covering more OTA news from a new Expedia Group CEO to take the helm and more! This episode is brought to you by our friends and sponsors at sojo! Claim your free amenity kit and get 30 days free with sojo by using this link in our show notes! If you're a...

Welcome to today’s episode of Good Morning Hospitality, broadcasting live from the stunning landscapes of Maui. Today, Sarah Dandashy and Steve Turk dive into the latest hospitality trends, sharing new research on traveler preferences, discussing the essence of luxury hospitality, exploring recent travel news, and debating a surprisingly contentious topic: hotel bathrobes. Hospitality Hotline & GM...

This week, The Trio. (Michael Goldin, Brandreth Canaley, & Wil Slickers) jumps on the podcast to discuss the OTA objectives as we're seeing more and more pressure put on operators to lower rates, minimize fees, and even lock out wholesale rates. If you're in Nashville for the STR Wealth Conference, swing by the Hospitality. FM Podcast Booth and say hi to Wil Slickers & Claire Hooker! This episode...

In this episode of "Good Morning Hospitality," Steve Turk & Sarah Dandashy delve into the evolving landscape of the hotel industry, comparing Marriott International's and Hilton's expansion strategies and discussing the new norm of $1,000-per-night luxury hotel rooms. They also touche on the Super Bowl 2024's impact on Las Vegas hotel rates, predicted to be the highest in the game's history. Key t...

This week, we have Brandy, Michael, and Wil diving into the question of what happens when your city goes through a ban on short-term rentals. We will save all the notes for the episode! Make sure you tune in because The Trio will touch on big brand names like Marriott and other things touched on during our predictions roundtable! This episode is brought to you by our friends and sponsors at sojo...

In the latest "Good Morning Hospitality" episode, Sarah Dandashy and Steve Turk explore intriguing stories in the hospitality world, including the Hilton Garden Inn's popularity among elites at the World Economic Forum in Davos and the upcoming luxurious Sandbourne Santa Monica hotel.  They also feature the first ski resort by Margaritaville in Lake Tahoe and the launch of Royal Caribbean's Icon o...

Following our 2024 Hospitality Predictions Roundtable, we're excited to welcome back Maxwell Farley, Founder & CEO of sojo, to the show to share his insights from 2023 and outlook on the year ahead. 2023 was a pivotal year for many hospitality businesses, and the team at sojo works with the ones who have the boots on the ground and are in the properties daily, so we want to hear what they hear! Tu...

A gathering of experts in the hospitality field share their insights and predictions for the coming year. Themes include the importance of professionalization in the industry, the continuation of spending in travel, the expected rise in mergers and acquisitions, the role of tech in shaping the guest experience, sustainability, wellness, the increased importance of AI, and a surge in bookings from...

In this episode of "Good Morning Hospitality," Sarah Dandashy & Steve Turk delve into the latest trends in the hospitality industry. They start with a discussion on the recent decline in U.S. hotel room rates and its implications for the industry. The episode then shifts focus to the anticipated factors affecting hotel profitability in 2024, including travel demand and operational costs. Another h...

Hey Good Morning Hospitality Listeners! Do you remember back in September of 2023 when we had a micro interview with Meaghan Moylan? Well, since we're part of the Hospitality. FM Podcast Network, we're excited to share that Meaghan is now hosting Hospitality. FM's newest Original, Workflows & Espressos! Enjoy this quick trailer and give the podcast some love wherever you listen to your podcasts! A...

This week "The Trio" (Michael Goldin, Brandreth Canaley, and Wil Slickers) dive into some of Phocuswrights' Global Sizing Report for Short-Term Rentals (we will give you a link in the comments/show notes to grab the full report for yourself!) and cover some of the other stories happening in the industry this week! Hospitality Predictions Roundtable Link This episode is brought to you by our friend...

In this episode, "Good Morning Hospitality" welcomes Demi Horvat, CEO of AirDNA, to discuss their latest strategic leap: the acquisition of Uplisting. Horvat delves into the motivations behind this significant move, exploring how it aligns with AirDNA's vision to revolutionize data-driven decision-making in the hospitality sector. From the synergy between AirDNA's market analysis expertise and Upl...

In this episode of Good Morning Hospitality with Sarah Dandashy & Steve Turk, we dive into the latest 2024 hotel food and beverage trends, focusing on sustainability, plant-based options, and tech-enhanced dining experiences. We discuss the impact of employee roles in value creation, highlighting the differences between value-enhancing and value-destroying employees and the importance of good mana...

2024 is not starting as easy as some may have hoped! On today's show, we're going to cover some news about the DACK acquisition by Operto, with more to happen this year as we've predicted, and we will also discuss the recent closures of Frontdesk & Here that we saw last week. Prepare yourself for this one, as it's expected to be a roller coaster 🎢 This episode is brought to you by our friends and...

Steve Davis, CEO of Operto, discusses the company's third acquisition with the acquisition of DACK. He explains how DACK, which offers a native app for guest communication in the short-term rental industry, will be integrated into Operto's operations. Steve clarifies that DACK's sophistication aligns with Operto's roadmap, accelerating its growth strategy. Furthermore, the company's previous acqui...

In our latest episode, "Loyalty Race and the Impact of AI in Hotels," Sarah Dandashy & Steve Turk dive into the hospitality industry's trends, focusing on the growing rivalry in hotel loyalty programs and the transformative role of AI. They highlight Hilton's rapid growth in loyalty memberships, challenging Marriott's lead. The discussion then shifts to how AI revolutionizes hotel operations and e...

Kicking off 2024 for GMH are Michael Goldin and Jamie Lane! They're diving into some recent news on how Airbnb rental programs with first-year earnings and how short-term rentals impact specific college towns like Athens, GA. This is an episode you won't want to miss to start 2024! This episode is brought to you by our friends and sponsors at sojo and TravelNet Solutions! Claim your free amenity...

Join us on December 20th for an episode of Good Morning Hospitality with Sarah Dandashy & Steve Turk LIVE and in person in Miami, focusing on "Hotel Brand Bloat and the New Normal of Travel." We'll discuss Choice Hotels' $7.8 billion offer to acquire Wyndham Hotels & Resorts and the proliferation of over 1,000 hotel brands worldwide, along with how these brands impact online travel bookings and th...

This week, we get into the holiday spirit and cover many topics with our monthly co-host, Jamie Lane, Chief Economist at AirDNA. Last week, we covered our predictions from the early part of 2023, and now, it's time to reflect on the last 12 months and look ahead to see what we can expect for 2024. We will also cover some of the recent funding and acquisition news that's happened this month, so don...

In this episode, we explore the hospitality industry's latest trends and stories. Highlights include the grand opening of the Fontainebleau hotel, an $800K diamond ring found at the Ritz in Paris, and the latest online reputation rankings of hotel brands. We also preview Accor's 2024 hotel openings and discuss the emerging trend of 'surprise travel'. Insights into winter travel disruptions at U.S....

Join hosts Michael, Wil, and Brandy as they revisit their bold predictions for the hospitality industry in 2023. In this special episode, they explore which forecasts hit the mark and which veered off course. From the rise of boutique hotels to Vacasa's market strategy and the ever-growing EU travel demand, dive into a year of surprises and innovation in hospitality. This episode is brought to you...

In this episode, we delve into various pertinent topics relating to the travel industry. We kick off with the bipartisan No Hidden Fees Act of 2023, which aims to ensure transparency in travel industry pricing. We also discuss a report by the World Travel & Tourism Council, which shows a significant decrease in the sector's water usage. The proposed Alaska-Hawaiian Airlines merger is scrutinized,...

In a recent conversation, the CEO & Co-Founder of Moving Mountains, Robin Craigen, discusses the acquisition of Triumph Mountain Properties. Founded by Mike Connolly, Triumph Mountain Properties is a well-established business in the Vail Valley. The acquisition process involved three conversations over 15 years before finalizing the deal. The best part of the deal is that the Triumph team, includi...

In the discussion, we explore the challenges faced by the short-term rental industry, the growing demand for professionalism, and the need for a level playing field with hotels. We also talk about the differences between various types of accommodations, the impact of regulations on the market, and make predictions for 2024. The conversation concludes with insights on the importance of collaboratio...

In this episode of Good Morning Hospitality with Sarah Dandashy & Steve Turk, we are excited to have William "Chip" Rogers, President & CEO of the American Hotel & Lodging Association, as our special guest. Chip will share his thoughts on the current state of the hotel/hospitality industry and discuss some of the latest legislation in LA and NJ. Additionally, he will be talking about the federal j...