

Good Morning Hospitality
Skift
The hospitality industry is constantly growing, changing, and innovating! This podcast will bring you the top news and topics from industry experts in different hospitality fields. Good Morning Hospitality publishes three thirty-minute weekly episodes, starting Monday and Wednesday at 7 a.m. PST / 10 a.m. EST and every Tuesday at 8 a.m. CET for our European and UK-focused content.This podcast is a part of Skift. Go to Skift.com to hear and see more industry-leading content!
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Mar 11, 2024 • 39min
Airbnb's Recent Release, Life House CEO Moving On, & EU Data Sharing Law
This week, we gathered the whole Short-Term Rental Crew to discuss the latest and greatest! Jamie Lane will explain the data and what this all means for the industry, as well as discuss many other exciting topics!This episode is brought to you by our partners at sojo! sojo is the gift that keeps on giving, so grab your 30 days of sojo amenities and check out their gifting program for owners and guests alike!This episode is also brought to you by Good Morning Startups, where hospitality startups and media intersect! Reach out if you're a hungry startup looking to accelerate your growth through trusted industry professionals!Hospitality Hotline & GMC Report!Hospitality Hotline is open to everyone by using this link!📲https://www.speakpipe.com/GoodMorningHospitalityDon't forget to subscribe to our new monthly newsletter & Good Morning Capital Dashboard! Sign up here!—Good Morning Hospitality is part of the Hospitality.FM podcast network and a Hospitality.FM Original. If you like this podcast, then you'll also love Behind The Stays with Zach Busekrus, which comes out every Tuesday & Friday, wherever you get your podcasts!This show is structured to cover industry news within all of travel/hospitality and is recorded live every Monday morning at 7 am PST/10 am EST, so make sure you tune in during our live show on our social media channels or YouTube and join the conversation, live!Thank you to all of the Hospitality.FM Partners that help make this show possible, and if you have any press you want covered during the show, fill out this form! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 6, 2024 • 38min
Rain Resist Bliss and The End of Room Service?
In the latest episode of "Good Morning Hospitality," the dynamic duo of Sarah Dandashy and Steve Turk delve into unique hotel practices and industry challenges. They highlight InterContinental Hotels & Resorts Singapore's 'Rain Resist Bliss' package, which compensates guests for vacation disruptions due to rain, and a lawsuit by Wynn Resorts Las Vegas against Fontainebleau Las Vegas for employee poaching.Additionally, they discuss a peculiar case of a man living rent-free in the New Yorker Hotel and debate the ethics of a hotel allegedly serving frozen grocery meals as luxury room service. The episode also examines the dwindling demand for traditional room service, accelerated by the rise of food delivery apps and labor shortages.This episode is also brought to you by Good Morning Startups, where hospitality startups and media intersect! Reach out if you're a hungry startup looking to accelerate your growth through trusted industry professionals!Hospitality Hotline & GMC Report!Hospitality Hotline is open to everyone by using this link!📲https://www.speakpipe.com/GoodMorningHospitalityDon't forget to subscribe to our new monthly newsletter & Good Morning Capital Dashboard! Sign up here!—Good Morning Hospitality is part of the Hospitality.FM podcast network and a Hospitality.FM Original. If you like this podcast, then you'll also love Behind The Stays with Zach Busekrus, which comes out every Tuesday & Friday, wherever you get your podcasts!This show is structured to cover industry news within all of travel/hospitality and is recorded live every Monday morning at 7 am PST/10 am EST, so make sure you tune in during our live show on our social media channels or YouTube and join the conversation, live!Thank you to all of the Hospitality.FM Partners that help make this show possible, and if you have any press you want covered during the show, fill out this form! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 4, 2024 • 35min
Capital One Travel, Expedia Layoffs, & The Purchase of Casai Domain
Welcome back to another beautiful week in Hospitality!This week, Brandreth Canaley, Michael Goldin, and Wil Slickers dive into the recent trending topics as the credit card race speeds up with Capital One adding STR operators, layoffs keep piling up even with recent stock prices at Expedia Group, and the revival of out-of-business operators like Casai getting a second breath of life with the purchase of their domain to now become an online booking site.This episode is brought to you by our partners at sojo! sojo is the gift that keeps on giving, so grab your 30 days of sojo amenities and check out their gifting program for owners and guests alike!This episode is also brought to you by Good Morning Startups, where hospitality startups and media intersect! Reach out if you're a hungry startup looking to accelerate your growth through trusted industry professionals!Hospitality Hotline & GMC Report!Hospitality Hotline is open to everyone by using this link!📲https://www.speakpipe.com/GoodMorningHospitalityDon't forget to subscribe to our new monthly newsletter & Good Morning Capital Dashboard! Sign up here!—Good Morning Hospitality is part of the Hospitality.FM podcast network and a Hospitality.FM Original. If you like this podcast, then you'll also love Behind The Stays with Zach Busekrus, which comes out every Tuesday & Friday, wherever you get your podcasts!This show is structured to cover industry news within all of travel/hospitality and is recorded live every Monday morning at 7 am PST/10 am EST, so make sure you tune in during our live show on our social media channels or YouTube and join the conversation, live!Thank you to all of the Hospitality.FM Partners that help make this show possible, and if you have any press you want covered during the show, fill out this form! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 28, 2024 • 52min
All-Inclusive Resorts, The Great Restaurant Dilemma, & Hilton Partners with AutoCamp
On the 200th episode of "Good Morning Hospitality," Sarah Dandashy, Steve Turk, and Wil Slickers delve into transformative trends within the hospitality industry, from the surge in luxury all-inclusive resorts, driven by consumer demand for upscale, stress-free vacations, to the emergence of luxury hotel merchandise as a status symbol. They discuss the JLL Report's insights on the sector's evolution, spotlighting how brands like Marriott and Hyatt now dominate previously independent spaces. The episode also tackles the pressing challenges facing American restaurants, from staffing shortages to the contentious tipping culture, and highlights Virgin Voyages' groundbreaking move to offer the fastest internet at sea through a partnership with SES and Starlink, enhancing both guest experience and operational efficiency.Hospitality Hotline & GMC Report!Hospitality Hotline is open to everyone by using this link!📲https://www.speakpipe.com/GoodMorningHospitalityDon't forget to subscribe to our new monthly newsletter & Good Morning Capital Dashboard! Sign up here!—Good Morning Hospitality is part of the Hospitality.FM podcast network and a Hospitality.FM Original. If you like this podcast, then you'll also love Behind The Stays with Zach Busekrus, which comes out every Tuesday & Friday, wherever you get your podcasts!This show is structured to cover industry news within all of travel/hospitality and is recorded live every Monday morning at 7 am PST/10 am EST, so make sure you tune in during our live show on our social media channels or YouTube and join the conversation, live!Thank you to all of the Hospitality.FM Partners that help make this show possible, and if you have any press you want covered during the show, fill out this form! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 26, 2024 • 33min
Sonder, Inc. Lay Offs + Miami Supply + Bob W. Raises $43M
This week we have the dynamic trio of Brandreth Canaley, Michael Goldin, and Wil Slickers back on the show to talk about the top leading stories happening in the short-term rental sector on top of other news for hospitality professionals! This week's top stories include Sonder Inc. going through more layoffs, the ever-growing supply of multi-family units in Miami, and Bob W. raising $43M in funding!This episode is brought to you by our partners at sojo! sojo is the gift that keeps on giving, so grab your 30 days of sojo amenities and check out their gifting program for owners and guests alike!This episode is also brought to you by Good Morning Startups, where hospitality startups and media intersect! Reach out if you're a hungry startup looking to accelerate your growth through trusted industry professionals!Hospitality Hotline & GMC Report!Hospitality Hotline is open to everyone by using this link!📲https://www.speakpipe.com/GoodMorningHospitalityDon't forget to subscribe to our new monthly newsletter & Good Morning Capital Dashboard! Sign up here!—Good Morning Hospitality is part of the Hospitality.FM podcast network and a Hospitality.FM Original. If you like this podcast, then you'll also love Behind The Stays with Zach Busekrus, which comes out every Tuesday & Friday, wherever you get your podcasts!This show is structured to cover industry news within all of travel/hospitality and is recorded live every Monday morning at 7 am PST/10 am EST, so make sure you tune in during our live show on our social media channels or YouTube and join the conversation, live!Thank you to all of the Hospitality.FM Partners that help make this show possible, and if you have any press you want covered during the show, fill out this form! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 21, 2024 • 37min
Forbes, Michelin, and No Ticket TSA?
In this episode of Good Morning Hospitality with Sarah Dandashy and Steve Turk, the discussion highlights the Forbes Travel Guide 2024 Star Awards, recognizing luxury hotels in new destinations globally, including Dubai's significant achievement of five new Five-Star hotels.The episode also delves into the Michelin Guide's expansion in Florida, spotlighting 19 restaurants across Miami, Orlando, and Tampa. Additionally, a surge in camping popularity is discussed, with an estimated 84.8 million Americans participating in 2023, alongside travel topics like American Airlines updated baggage fees, Delta Air Lines's unique flight for the 2024 solar eclipse, and an intriguing incident of a passenger boarding a flight without a ticket.The show wraps up with insights on customer service in hospitality, emphasizing it as an attitude rather than a department.Hospitality Hotline & GMC Report!Hospitality Hotline is open to everyone by using this link!📲https://www.speakpipe.com/GoodMorning...And don’t forget to subscribe to our new monthly newsletter & Good Morning Capital Dashboard! Sign up here!—Good Morning Hospitality is part of the Hospitality.FM podcast network and a Hospitality.FM Original. If you like this podcast, then you’ll also love Behind The Stays with Zach Busekrus, which comes out every Tuesday & Friday, wherever you get your podcasts!This show is structured to cover industry news within all of travel/hospitality and is recorded live every Monday morning at 7 am PST/10 am EST, so make sure you tune in during our live show on our social media channels or YouTube and join the conversation, live!Thank you to all of the Hospitality.FM Partners that help make this show possible, and if you have any press you want covered during the show, fill out this form! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 19, 2024 • 36min
Rising Peaks and Stirring Controversy: The Short-Term Rental Landscape
Join us on the next episode of Good Morning Hospitality for an insightful dive into the ever-evolving world of short-term rentals. We'll be tackling a variety of hot topics, including the current peak of the industry, key takeaways from Expedia Group and Airbnb's latest earnings calls, and the recent controversy surrounding Vrbo's Super Bowl ads that have drawn criticism from Canadian politicians.Whether you're an industry professional or just keen on the latest trends in hospitality, this episode promises to deliver valuable insights and engaging discussions. Tune in to stay ahead in the fast-paced world of hospitality.The Monday episodes are hosted by Wil Slickers, Founder of Hospitality.FM, Michael Goldin, Co-Founder of Storied Collection, Brandreth Canaley, COO of Roami, and our Monthly Guest Host, Jamie Lane, SVP of Analytics & Chief Economist of AirDNA!This episode is also brought to you by sojo & Good Morning Startups! Claim your free amenity kit and get 30 days free with sojo by using this link in our show notes!If you're a young and clever hospitality startup founder, then reach out to us via Good Morning Startups and bring us on as your accelerated advisory groupHospitality Hotline & GMC Report!Hospitality Hotline is open to everyone by using this link!📲https://www.speakpipe.com/GoodMorningHospitalityDon't forget to subscribe to our new monthly newsletter & Good Morning Capital Dashboard! Sign up here!—Good Morning Hospitality is part of the Hospitality.FM podcast network and a Hospitality.FM Original. If you like this podcast, then you'll also love Behind The Stays with Zach Busekrus, which comes out every Tuesday & Friday, wherever you get your podcasts!This show is structured to cover industry news within all of travel/hospitality and is recorded live every Monday morning at 7 am PST/10 am EST, so make sure you tune in during our live show on our social media channels or YouTube and join the conversation, live!Thank you to all of the Hospitality.FM Partners that help make this show possible, and if you have any press you want covered during the show, fill out this form! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 14, 2024 • 37min
Bio-Hacking Hotels, Love Boat, and TikTok’s Newest Cruise Obsession
In this "Good Morning Hospitality" episode, Steve Turk & Sarah Dandashy cover Marriott's impressive 2023 performance, spotlighting its luxury hotel growth and a 48% profit margin. They delve into Dubai's Siro One Za'abeel, a hotel pioneering in luxury bio-hacking for $500 a night. The episode also touches on a bizarre incident in Thailand with a Canadian causing flight delays, the significant influence of "The Love Boat" on the cruise industry's boom, and the fascination with Royal Caribbean's "Ultimate World Cruise" on TikTok, which has turned the journey into a social media phenomenon.Hospitality Hotline & GMC Report!Hospitality Hotline is open to everyone by using this link!📲https://www.speakpipe.com/GoodMorning...And don’t forget to subscribe to our new monthly newsletter & Good Morning Capital Dashboard! Sign up here!—Good Morning Hospitality is part of the Hospitality.FM podcast network and a Hospitality.FM Original. If you like this podcast, then you’ll also love Behind The Stays with Zach Busekrus, which comes out every Tuesday & Friday, wherever you get your podcasts!This show is structured to cover industry news within all of travel/hospitality and is recorded live every Monday morning at 7 am PST/10 am EST, so make sure you tune in during our live show on our social media channels or YouTube and join the conversation, live!Thank you to all of the Hospitality.FM Partners that help make this show possible, and if you have any press you want covered during the show, fill out this form! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 12, 2024 • 33min
If You Could Build The Perfect OTA, What Would That Look Like?
Happy Monday Post-Super Bowl, where more people were cheering for Taylor Swift & Usher than they were any of the teams playing 😉Today, we're covering more OTA news from a new Expedia Group CEO to take the helm and more!This episode is brought to you by our friends and sponsors at sojo! Claim your free amenity kit and get 30 days free with sojo by using this link in our show notes!If you're a young and clever hospitality startup founder, then reach out to us via Good Morning Startups and bring us on as your accelerated advisory groupHospitality Hotline & GMC Report!Hospitality Hotline is open to everyone by using this link!📲https://www.speakpipe.com/GoodMorningHospitalityDon't forget to subscribe to our new monthly newsletter & Good Morning Capital Dashboard! Sign up here!—Good Morning Hospitality is part of the Hospitality.FM podcast network and a Hospitality.FM Original. If you like this podcast, then you'll also love Behind The Stays with Zach Busekrus, which comes out every Tuesday & Friday, wherever you get your podcasts!This show is structured to cover industry news within all of travel/hospitality and is recorded live every Monday morning at 7 am PST/10 am EST, so make sure you tune in during our live show on our social media channels or YouTube and join the conversation, live!Thank you to all of the Hospitality.FM Partners that help make this show possible, and if you have any press you want covered during the show, fill out this form! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 8, 2024 • 41min
Live from Maui, Hotels Still Preferred Accommodations, and the Great Bathrobe Debate
Welcome to today’s episode of Good Morning Hospitality, broadcasting live from the stunning landscapes of Maui. Today, Sarah Dandashy and Steve Turk dive into the latest hospitality trends, sharing new research on traveler preferences, discussing the essence of luxury hospitality, exploring recent travel news, and debating a surprisingly contentious topic: hotel bathrobes. Hospitality Hotline & GMC Report!Hospitality Hotline is open to everyone by using this link!📲https://www.speakpipe.com/GoodMorning...And don’t forget to subscribe to our new monthly newsletter & Good Morning Capital Dashboard! Sign up here!—Good Morning Hospitality is part of the Hospitality.FM podcast network and a Hospitality.FM Original. If you like this podcast, then you’ll also love Behind The Stays with Zach Busekrus, which comes out every Tuesday & Friday, wherever you get your podcasts!This show is structured to cover industry news within all of travel/hospitality and is recorded live every Monday morning at 7 am PST/10 am EST, so make sure you tune in during our live show on our social media channels or YouTube and join the conversation, live!Thank you to all of the Hospitality.FM Partners that help make this show possible, and if you have any press you want covered during the show, fill out this form! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices