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Articles tagged “guest experience”

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IDEAS: Qatar Airways to Roll Out SpaceX’s Starlink on Select Routes

Qatar Airways has announced a new collaboration with SpaceX’s Starlink, which will see the carrier introduce complimentary high-speed internet connectivity onboard specific aircraft and routes.  Credit: Qatar Airways The new initiative, which is currently in the pre-launch phase, will allow passengers to enjoy Wi-Fi speeds of up to 350 Megabits per second, allowing internet-based services…

Adam Stacey | 2 months ago

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IDEAS: Emirates Launches New Initiative to Support Neurodivergent Passengers

Emirates and Dubai International Airport are working with local schools, autism groups and key stakeholders on a new initiative in an effort to improve the travel experience for neurodivergent passengers.  Credit: Emirates The ‘travel rehearsals’ have been designed to allow neurodivergent passengers to practice their journey through the airport and onboard aircraft, during which they…

Adam Stacey | 2 months ago

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IDEAS: Hyatt’s Noise-First Plan to Support Guest Wellbeing

Hyatt Hotels Corporation has expanded its partnership online healthcare company Headspace to provide hotel guests and World of Hyatt members with coloured noise content in order to support their wellbeing. The new content, which was launched in conjunction with World Mental Health Day, includes a sample of exclusive content from Headspace’s colored noise collection, which…

Adam Stacey | 3 months ago

Hotels

The Power of Opportunity in Hospitality, with Harsha L’acqua

In the fifth episode of the Skift Ideas Podcast, host Colin Nagy is joined by Harsha L'Acqua, Founder and CEO of Saira Hospitality. Together, they delve into the past and future of hospitality, and the undeniable importance of unlocking opportunities within communities.

Adam Stacey | 3 months ago

The Power of Opportunity in Hospitality, with Harsha L’acqua
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New Report: Global Survey Sheds Light on Evolving Hotel Guest Preferences

Digital transformation is reshaping the hospitality landscape, and the stakes have never been higher. As tech-savvy travelers dictate new norms, hotels are under pressure to keep up. Planet’s latest report offers valuable insights into the evolving preferences of today’s travelers, providing a roadmap for hotels navigating this complex landscape.

Planet + Skift | 3 months ago

New Report: Global Survey Sheds Light on Evolving Hotel Guest Preferences

Hotels

Hilton Report Reveals Trends in App Adoption, Mocktails and Resorts

Hilton has released a "trends report" aimed at consumer news sites. These three points are noteworthy for industry insiders.

Sean O'Neill | 3 months ago

Hilton Report Reveals Trends in App Adoption, Mocktails and Resorts

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IDEAS: Heathrow Trials Pre-Booked Security Slots

Heathrow has announced that it is trialing an initiative that allows passengers travelling through the airport to pre-book their security slots ahead of their journeys. Credit: Heathrow It is hoped that the service, known as 'Heathrow Timeslot', will offer travellers more peace of mind when moving through the airport as well as helping to reduce…

Adam Stacey | 3 months ago

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IDEAS: TUI to Offer British Sign Language Interpretation for Customers

TUI has announced a partnership with SignLive to provide customers with the option to have their conversations with the firm interpreted into British Sign Language (BSL). Credit: SHVETS production In order to use the service customers will need to sign up for free to SignLive, at which point they will be able to call TUI…

Adam Stacey | 3 months ago

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IDEAS: Emirates Launches Inflight Meal Pre-Order Service Across Europe

Emirates has expanded its inflight meal pre-order initiative across Europe, following the successful launch of the initiative on London to Dubair routes and the positive feedback received from passengers. The inflight pre-ordering service is available to Business Class passengers, and allows them to reserve their main course up to 24 hours prior to their departure…

Adam Stacey | 3 months ago

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IDEAS: Hologram Room Allows You to ‘Swim’ with Mantas in the Maldives

A dry “underwater” hologram experience featuring numerous sea creatures has opened at Four Seasons Resort Landaa Giraavaru. Credit: Four Seasons Resort Landaa Giraavaru The experience has been designed to replicate the real manta rays that can be found in the resorts surrounding waters of the Baa Atoll UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, with the holograms designed…

Adam Stacey | 3 months ago