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- Boosting revenue: Hotel online visibility for direct bookings
- Jamaica leads Caribbean in post-COVID earnings growth
- Hilton’s First Airport Hotel in Saudi Arabia
- Murrieta Hot Springs Resort joins Remington for management
- Korea Culture and Tourism Festival 2023 set for Gurugram, India
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Elevating hotel revenue through enhanced online visibility for direct bookings
The travel and tourism industry continues to be highly competitive, with people eager to travel again and hotels and chains vying for business against online travel agencies, vacation rentals, and booking sites. After the pandemic in 2021, Google searches for hotels increased by 92%. According to statistics, more than 90% of travelers will do research online, and 82% will complete their booking online.
https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article127843.html
Jamaica only Caribbean nation to increase post-COVID earnings
As Jamaica enjoys its best summer tourist season ever, Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, has revealed that the island is now the only Caribbean nation to secure increased earnings after the COVID-19 pandemic. The Minister also outlined plans to triple the number of visitors from Central and Eastern Europe by 2025, amid efforts to position Jamaica as a destination of choice for visitors from that region.
https://eturbonews.com/jamaica-only-caribbean-nation-to-increase-post-covid-earnings/
Hilton’s debut: Internationally branded airport hotel in Saudi Arabia
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is continuing its expansion across Saudi Arabia with the signing of Hilton Dammam Airport, its first airport hotel in the country. The 273-key property will be completed in partnership with Al Musbah Group and Damman Airports Company (DACO). The property is also ideally located for Dammam City Centre, as well as Dharan, Khobar, and nearby Bahrain.
Murrieta Hot Springs Resort forms a management agreement with Remington
Remington Hospitality announced its agreement to oversee operations at Murrieta Hot Springs Resort. Situated on 46 acres in Southern California, the property is undergoing restoration with plans to reopen this winter as a hot springs health and wellness resort. The resort, located within an hour’s drive of Los Angeles, Palm Springs, and San Diego, will benefit Murrieta and the greater Southern California region.
Korea Culture and Tourism Festival 2023 is all set to take place in Gurugram, India
Get ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Korean culture and tourism at the highly anticipated Korea Culture and Tourism Festival 2023, hosted by the Korea Tourism Organization (KTO). The festival is a testament to the deep-rooted connection between India and Korea, amplifying the K-Wave and fostering a greater appreciation for Korea’s attractions among the Indian audience.
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