{"id":2947,"date":"2024-01-05T17:58:38","date_gmt":"2024-01-05T12:28:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/erevmax.com\/blog\/?p=2947"},"modified":"2024-01-12T16:29:37","modified_gmt":"2024-01-12T10:59:37","slug":"whats-new-in-hotel-online-distribution-and-tech-trends-w1-january-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/erevmax.com\/blog\/index.php\/2024\/01\/whats-new-in-hotel-online-distribution-and-tech-trends-w1-january-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"What\u2019s New in Hotel Online Distribution and Tech Trends? W1, January 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Here is your weekly industry news round-up. Check out the short snippets here and follow below for more details.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">IHG opens the first Staybridge Suites in France.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Marriott acquires Dubai hotels, Saudi tourism rises, Wadama&#8217;s rally<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Sofitel Mumbai BKC: India&#8217;s 1st hotel with Green Key Certification.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Accor grows in India and signs Grand Mercure Jaipur Kukas.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-grow flex-col max-w-full\">\n<div class=\"min-h-[20px] text-message flex flex-col items-start gap-3 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-5 overflow-x-auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"2c916eae-6c07-4b6d-9715-f551521418af\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\">\n<p>Amal Group invests $315M in Phuket&#8217;s &#8220;Gardens of Eden.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Reach out to us for discussions regarding <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ratetiger.com\/hotel-channel-manager\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">connectivity<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ratetiger.com\/hotel-booking-engine\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">direct booking<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ratetiger.com\/ratetiger-shopper\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">rate intelligence<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ratetiger.com\/hotel-website-design\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">website design<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> requirements \u2013 we are happy to explore new possibilities with you for your property \u2013 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ratetiger.com\/contact\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">contact us today<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Enjoy the read!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2948\" src=\"https:\/\/erevmax.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Newshound-w1-January.jpg\" alt=\"Newshound w1 January\" width=\"741\" height=\"495\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">IHG launches inaugural Staybridge Suites in France.<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The city of Cannes is now home to the first Staybridge Suites property in France. Staybridge Suites Cannes Centre represents the introduction of the all-suites hotel to the IHG Hotels &amp; Resorts portfolio in France.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Staybridge Suites Cannes has been opened in partnership with hospitality management company, SOHOMA.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/lodgingmagazine.com\/ihg-hotels-resorts-opens-first-staybridge-suites-in-france\/\">https:\/\/shorturl.at\/oJT39<\/a><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Marriott acquires three Dubai hotels, Saudi tourism surges, and Spencer Wadama issues a rallying cry<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The past week has been marked by key developments, reshaping the hospitality landscape, from Marriott\u2019s strategic move to take over three Dubai hotels previously operated by Emaar to Hyatt\u2019s ambitious plan to expand its luxury hotel portfolio across Morocco, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar by 2025, even as we near the year\u2019s end, the industry is witnessing substantial growth and transformation.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hoteliermiddleeast.com\/news\/marriott-takes-over-three-dubai-hotels-saudi-tourism-boost-spencer-wadamas-rallying-cry-biggest-stories-of-the-week\">https:\/\/shorturl.at\/ckoX2<\/a><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Sofitel Mumbai BKC: India\u2019s first hotel awarded Green Key Certification<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Sofitel Mumbai BKC is thrilled to announce its prestigious Green Key Certification, bestowed by the National Jury Green Key India and the Center for Environment Education (CEE). As the inaugural recipient of this certification in the country, the hotel proudly stands at the forefront of environmental responsibility and sustainable practices within the tourism industry.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelandtourworld.com\/news\/article\/sofitel-mumbai-bkc-indias-first-hotel-awarded-green-key-certification\/\">https:\/\/shorturl.at\/dsAJQ<\/a><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Accor expands in India with the signing of Grand Mercure Jaipur Kukas <\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Accor, a world-leading hospitality group boasting more than 1,000 properties across the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific, has partnered with Shree Kamalam Elite Resorts Pvt Ltd, to launch Grand Mercure Jaipur Kukas, the eighth Grand Mercure property in India, a premium addition to its distinguished portfolio. Set to open in 2028, this upscale property will tailor an unparalleled guest experience in India\u2019s foremost tourist belt.\u00a0 <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hotelierindia.com\/operations\/accor-expands-in-india-with-the-signing-of-grand-mercure-jaipur-kukas\">https:\/\/shorturl.at\/pyHS6<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Amal Group invests $315M in record Phuket property, &#8220;Gardens of Eden.&#8221;<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Amal Group of Companies has unveiled Gardens of Eden on Bangtao Beach, a 11.68 hectare luxury wellness residential and hospitality community dedicating 70% of the land to open spaces populated with botanical gardens and active green areas. With an investment capital of USD 315 million, an inspiring vision of sustainability and well-being are at the core of the project, a clear indication of the growing maturity of Phuket as a multicultural lifestyle destination highly sought after by the international community.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hotelnewsme.com\/news\/amal-group-of-companies-invests-usd-315-million-in-gardens-of-eden-in-record-breaking-property-investment-in-phuket\">https:\/\/shorturl.at\/bdvE0<\/a><\/p>\n<p><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">That\u2019s all folks!<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<article id=\"post-2592\" class=\"post-2592 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-hotel-channel-management\">\n<div class=\"entry-content\"><\/div>\n<\/article>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Here is your weekly industry news round-up. Check out the short snippets here and follow below for more details.\u00a0 IHG opens the first Staybridge Suites in France.\u00a0 Marriott acquires Dubai hotels, Saudi tourism rises, Wadama&#8217;s rally\u00a0 Sofitel Mumbai BKC: India&#8217;s 1st hotel with Green Key Certification.\u00a0 Accor grows in India and signs Grand Mercure Jaipur &hellip; <\/p>\n<p class=\"link-more\"><a href=\"https:\/\/erevmax.com\/blog\/index.php\/2024\/01\/whats-new-in-hotel-online-distribution-and-tech-trends-w1-january-2024\/\" class=\"more-link\">Continue reading<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> &#8220;What\u2019s New in Hotel Online Distribution and Tech Trends? 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