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The summer season brought a wealth of online guest reviews and traveler feedback as hotels across the country experienced peak occupancy. With increased travel demand came deeper insights into guest experiences, revealing how hoteliers can refine their offerings and turn negative and neutral reviews into positive ones. In our 2024 Summer Guest Sentiment Report, we […]
Join the Suite Spot in this quarterly series to hear from American Hotel & Lodging Association President & CEO, Kevin Carey, on the state of the hospitality industry and recent developments being made by the AHLA to move the industry forward. Episode Transcript Our podcast is produced as an audio resource. Transcripts are generated using […]
In the grand finale of the TMG Hospitality Campus Crawl, we visit one of the top-ranked hospitality programs in the country at UCF Rosen College of Hospitality Management. The Dean of the college, Dr. Cynthia Mejia, joins the Suite Spot to discuss the hospitality school and why it is one of the most successful in […]
Check out the latest TMG Hospitality Trailblazers episode featuring the Executive Vice President of Development at Gibson Hospitality Ventures, Joseph Grieco! This episode takes a deeper look into the Gibson Hospitality Ventures brand culture, hotel portfolio, and company initiatives that are setting the stage for more organizational success. Get an inside perspective on topics such […]
Dealing with negative reviews about your hotel can be challenging. It’s natural to feel defensive when your reputation is at stake, but it’s essential to approach these situations thoughtfully. Transforming a negative review into a positive experience for future guests is not only possible but beneficial. Here are five key strategies to help you turn […]
TMG Hospitality Trailblazers continues with the Senior Vice President & Global Brand Leader of Hampton by Hilton, Shruti Buckley! In this celebratory episode, Shruti joins the Suite Spot to discuss the 40-year anniversary of Hampton by Hilton by taking a look back on the brand’s origins and where the franchise is headed in the near […]
In today’s digital age, the power of video content cannot be overstated, especially in the hospitality industry. Videos evoke emotions and create a sense of immersion that still photos simply cannot match. Imagine watching a dynamic video of a hotel’s beautiful property versus scrolling through static images. The difference is palpable. Why is Social Video […]
Summer travel is in full swing, making it the perfect time for hotels to ramp up their booking strategies. To capture as many reservations as possible, hoteliers must focus on their digital presence and online marketing efforts. This summer, the key areas to hone in on are social media, online review response, and hotel reputation […]
Join the Suite Spot in this episode of TMG Hospitality Campus Crawl featuring Florida Atlantic University! FAU Professor, Dr. Peter Ricci, joins the episode to shine a light on the FAU hospitality program and tells viewers why it is one-of-a-kind and how it prepares its students for success in the hospitality industry. Episode Transcript Our […]
In this inaugural episode of the TMG Hospitality Campus Crawl series, the Suite Spot takes a trip down to Miami to visit the Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management at Florida International University to meet with the Dean of the School, Dr. Michael Cheng. Host Ryan Embree sits down with Dr. Cheng to discuss […]
Social media has expanded past its original purpose of connecting people. It has evolved into a powerful tool for discovering new information. Hotels must maintain their social presence to ensure they remain relevant in online searches. For hoteliers, this trend presents both challenges and opportunities to connect with guests in innovative ways. Embracing this trend […]
Hoteliers often ask if review responses and guest feedback are still important. The answer is, and will always be, yes. According to Accor’s Importance of Reviews and Reputation Report released in June 2024, 97% of online users read reviews at least some of the time before booking. It is also the #2 most important […]
The Suite Spot takes a virtual visit to Turks and Caicos in the latest installment of the Spotlight series, which showcases some of the world’s most historic and iconic hotel properties. In this episode, viewers get a look at the highly anticipated property, Salterra Resort & Spa, which is set to open its doors in […]
Social media has become the cornerstone of any successful marketing strategy. With platforms like Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, TikTok, and X (formerly known as Twitter), hotels can reach a global audience and engage with their guests in real-time. However, to truly leverage social media’s power, it’s crucial to understand its analytics. Social media analytics provide insights […]
In this celebratory episode, Travel Media Group is celebrating a major milestone! TMG has officially surpassed 1,000,000 social followers created for our hotel social partners! Join Suite Spot host, Ryan Embree, and Chief Technology Officer at TMG, Jason Lee as these two social media experts discuss the incredible achievement and what it means to the […]
Travel Media Group is pleased to announce they have surpassed ONE MILLION followers across all their social media hotel partner’s pages. As a provider exclusively serving hospitality, this is an exciting milestone for the company and its hotel clients. What is Social Media for Hotels? Travel Media Group’s Social Media solution is a strategy crafted […]
The latest and greatest TMG Hospitality Trailblazers episode is here! 👏🔥 Join Suite Spot host Ryan Embree and the Chief Marketing Officer at Charlestowne Hotels, Michael Cady, as these two hospitality experts cover some exciting and insightful topics for viewers, including: ♻️ Sustainability in the Hotel Industry ⚡ The First 100% All-Electric Hotel in the […]
This spring season saw a record-breaking amount of online guest reviews and traveler feedback as travel demand surged and people booked their next hotel stay. Hoteliers are continuously receiving detailed insight into guest preferences and how they can elevate their hotel guest experience across the portfolio through unique guest sentiment left online in reviews. In […]
Taking meaningful steps is the key to enhancing your hotel brand visibility and engagement. Through building your social media following, you can engage with potential guests directly, showcase your property, and stay relevant in a competitive market! This webinar will cover the following topics, including: How to build a solid social following on different platforms […]
Chairman and CEO of Coury Hospitality, Paul Coury, is recognized as a TMG Hospitality Trailblazer! Paul joins the Suite Spot to give viewers a look at the Coury Hospitality brand and how it grew from its humble beginnings of one hotel in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to a portfolio that contains the most extensive collection of Autograph […]
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