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Everything Is TV and Nothing Is TV
Weekly writing about how technology and people intersect. By day, I’m building Daybreak to partner with early-stage founders. By night, I’m writing Digital Native about market trends and startup opportunities. If you haven’t subscribed, join 70,000+ weekly readers by subscribing here: I’ve been thinking through where AI is headed in 2026, and I keep returning…
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What’s Next for Hospitality in 2026?
In 2025, the hospitality industry experienced a more normalized operating environment. Average daily rates grew modestly while overall occupancy softened, and demand remained stable amid rising operating costs and broader economic uncertainty. Several macro-level factors shaped hotel performance during the year. The implementation of new tariffs increased the cost of construction materials, furnishings, and equipment,…
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PwC Report: AI at the heart of tourism and hospitality – powering personalisation, efficiency and growth
PwC Report: AI at the heart of tourism and hospitality – powering personalisation, efficiency and growth — Source: PwC Artificial intelligence is reshaping how the tourism and hospitality industry operates and grows. Across the Middle East, AI is powering smarter, more sustainable destinations – enhancing guest experiences, improving efficiency and creating new value. This report…
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A detailed review of the Top Ten of the Hospitality Awards 2025
Over the coming weeks, we will present the ten initiatives, programmes and campaigns that rose to the top of the selection process. This in-depth review will demonstrate that their recognition is far from incidental and that these projects can serve as a source of inspiration for those seeking to follow a similar path.This is the…
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Indian Hotel Sector: 2025 in Review
Every journey has its detours, and 2025 had more than a few. The year began with confident strides for India’s hotel sector, riding the momentum of a country that was increasingly visible, self-assured, and influential on the global stage. The outlook at the start of the year was not just optimistic; it was electric. Coldplay’s…
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What Phocuswright’s 2026 predictions mean for hotel operators
AI-led discovery, shifting demand, and new pricing logic will directly reshape hotel performance and distribution Jan 8, 2026 As 2026 unfolds, Phocuswright analysts see travel moving from AI experimentation to operational reality, with direct implications for hotels. Agentic AI, digital identity, and real-time pricing are not abstract trends but forces that will reshape how guests…
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26 Things That Will Help Your Social Media in 2026
Built for brands, creators, and social teams in the trenches.Howdy there, friend! First off, Happy New Year!I’m writing this from the cozy corner of my couch, sipping on a bone broth hot chocolate (don’t knock it until you try it), and mentally prepping for the week ahead.As we all ease back into the chaos of…
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Hunter Advisors Debuts Strategic Rebranding
Photo Credit: Courtyard Amarillo Downtown ATLANTA, Georgia—Hunter Advisors (Hunter) announced the launch of a strategic rebranding reflecting the firm’s growth and long-term vision for the future of hotel investment advisory. The rebrand—in development since 2024—introduces a refreshed visual identity, a simplified name transition from Hunter Hotel Advisors to Hunter Advisors, and a unified brand system…
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Scaling a French boutique hotel brand
Hello everyone, happy Wednesday. If you’re new here, “In The Room” is a written interview series dedicated to the stories of hoteliers and restaurateurs doing things in a uniquely interesting way. You may recall that a year ago, LVMH acquired a minority stake in Fontenille Collection, a growing portfolio of charming boutique hotels primarily in…
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Marketing Multiplier: Product Retention and Economics Matter | David Manela posted on the topic | LinkedIn
Marketing isn’t magic. It’s a multiplier. Multiply by zero, you still get zero. Great product × Great marketing = Exponential growth Great product × Bad marketing = Slow growth Bad product × Great marketing = Expensive failure Bad product × No marketing = Cheap failure If you meet boards or CMOs who think marketing alone…
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