Jason Clampet

Jason Clampet is the co-founder and Chief Product Officer at Skift.

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Business Travel Grows in APAC

Strong passenger demand, in-person events, and positive industry momentum are driving business travel growth, with global passenger demand up 9.1%, hotel occupancy nearing 70%, and steady travel demand expected through the next quarter.

1 week ago

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Hotel Construction in Los Angeles Declines

Hotel construction in Los Angeles has significantly declined, with many projects facing foreclosure or bankruptcy, and financing difficulties limiting new developments.

2 weeks ago

Announcements

Announcing Ask Skift 2.0, the Travel Industry’s Answer Engine

Meet Ask Skift 2.0 – your upgraded guide to smarter travel knowledge, powered by years of expertise and cutting-edge AI.

Jason Clampet | 2 weeks ago

Announcing Ask Skift 2.0, the Travel Industry’s Answer Engine

Daily Lodging Report

Indonesia Imposes Bali Hotel Construction Ban

Indonesia has imposed a moratorium on hotel and nightclub construction in Bali to curb overdevelopment and protect the island’s culture and environment.

2 weeks ago

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Aman Has a Global Wellness Advisor

Top-end brand Aman has a new global wellness ambassador, and they don't settle for second rate. Meet tennis superstar Novak Djokovic.

2 weeks ago

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Marriott Announces New Properties in Malaysia and India

Marriott International opened its 50th property in Malaysia, the Penang Marriott Complex, featuring three hotels, while announcing plans to shift six Samhi Hotels in India to managed operations by October 2024.

2 weeks ago

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U.S. Hotel RevPAR Goes Up

STR reported U.S. lodging data for the week ending August 31, showing a 3.6% rise in RevPAR, with ADR up 1.6% and occupancy up 1.9%. Group RevPAR increased 7.2% on a 7.1% occupancy boost.

2 weeks ago

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Wyndham Debuts Registry Collection Hotels in the U.S.

Wyndham launches its first U.S. Registry Collection Hotel. The collection is Wyndham’s 21st brand and one that focuses on luxury hotel owners seeking more of an independent feel.

2 weeks ago

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APAC Hotel Management Terms Rise to 17 Years on Average

The Hotel Management Contract Survey 2024 by JLL and Baker McKenzie found that the average term of hotel management agreements in Asia Pacific increased to 17.4 years, with varying durations by market, declining base fees, rising sales and marketing fees, and a growing focus on performance-based incentive fees and termination provisions.

2 weeks ago

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Truist Unveils Forecasts for Hotels

Truist reports slight downward revisions in U.S. hotel booking and pricing trends for 3Q and 4Q, with modest growth expected in 2025, but no signs of a sudden pullback or near-term upside for RevPAR.

2 weeks ago