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Chronique Transports
Le «bleisure», l'avenir du voyage d'affaires

Chronique Transports

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2026 2:30


Le monde est en vacances d'été. Mais au lieu d'un voyage retour pour leur rentrée, des salariés choisissent de reprendre le travail sur leur lieu de vacances. Cette tendance se pratique aussi à l'envers : quand les salariés profitent d'un voyage d'affaires pour le prolonger en congés. Cette nouvelle tendance, nommée « bleisure », pousse l'hôtellerie et le transport à s'adapter. Le « bleisure », contraction des mots anglais « business » (« affaires ») et « leisure » (« loisirs »), est une tendance qui ne cesse de gagner du terrain. Les jeunes salariés l'adoptent si vite qu'elle continue de bouleverser le secteur des transports et de l'hôtellerie. Et c'est bien connu, un salarié content est un salarié qui travaille mieux et plus. Cette pratique, qui consiste à mélanger voyage d'affaires et temps libre, séduit de plus en plus de travailleurs. Selon l'association américaine Hotel and Lodging, 89% des employés dans le monde souhaitent prolonger leur voyage d'affaires par des jours de congés. Un phénomène qui joue la carte du gagnant-gagnant, tant pour les entreprises que pour les salariés. Parmi les arguments avancés par les entreprises, on trouve la motivation et la fidélisation des équipes, en leur permettant de mieux concilier vie privée et vie professionnelle. Les séjours prolongés permettent également de profiter de billets de transport moins chers. Jean-Baptiste Treboul, directeur des Revues Espaces Tourisme et Loisirs, souligne que le « bleisure » permet aussi de responsabiliser les employés et de réduire leur stress pendant les déplacements professionnels. Les compagnies de transport ont dû adapter leurs politiques tarifaires pour répondre à cette nouvelle demande. Ce qui frappe particulièrement, c'est le rejet du voyage d'affaires traditionnel par la jeune génération. Plus question de faire un aller-retour dans la journée à Londres ou Berlin, ou de se rendre à New York, Shanghai ou Los Angeles sans profiter de la destination. Les jeunes salariés veulent travailler tout en découvrant les lieux. Si l'essor des nouvelles technologies facilite le travail à distance, les attentes varient selon les pays et les cultures. Selon Egencia, une société spécialisée dans le tourisme mondial, les Français sont les plus enclins à adopter le « bleisure » en Europe, avec 20% en Allemagne et seulement 10% au Royaume-Uni, où le voyage d'affaires est souvent perçu comme une contrainte plutôt qu'une opportunité de découverte. Cependant, cette tendance pose un défi de taille pour les employeurs : séparer clairement la partie professionnelle de la partie personnelle, notamment en ce qui concerne les frais de transport. Les compagnies d'assurance proposent désormais des solutions adaptées, mais il est recommandé de préparer et de définir en amont les prises en charge, qu'elles relèvent des affaires ou des loisirs. Une règle prévaut : régler ces questions avant le départ pour éviter les malentendus et optimiser l'efficacité des collaborateurs et des services des ressources humaines. Le secteur de l'hôtellerie a su s'adapter à cette nouvelle donne. Les hôtels, y compris les palaces, proposent désormais des espaces de travail et de réunion repensés – élargissement des lobbys, salles de restaurant ou étages dédiés – pour répondre à cette demande croissante de tourisme mêlant affaires et loisirs. En revanche, les transports, notamment aériens, peinent encore à suivre cette évolution. Pour les jeunes voyageurs, « l'expérience » est le maître-mot. Ils redéfinissent le marché du voyage en privilégiant le partage et la découverte : visites de monuments, circuits, restaurants ou cours de gastronomie, souvent organisés en groupe. Une approche qui transforme profondément les attentes et les offres du secteur. La hausse du prix du carburant, exacerbée par la guerre au Moyen-Orient, n'incite pas les compagnies aériennes à élargir leurs services. Anguelis Panayotis, qui dirige la société MKG, spécialiste du marché touristique hôtelier international, observe même un retour en arrière. De nombreuses compagnies européennes ont supprimé les plateaux-repas sur les vols courts et moyen-courriers, ou les ont rendus payants. À l'inverse, les compagnies du Moyen-Orient ou d'Asie, moins touchées par la flambée des coûts du carburant, continuent d'offrir des services de qualité. Globalement, cependant, le secteur aérien peine à s'adapter aux nouvelles attentes des jeunes générations en matière de voyage d'affaires. New York conserve sa place de leader mondial du « bleisure », devant Londres et Madrid. Mais Singapour et Rio de Janeiro, avec leurs aéroports et hébergements hybrides alliant affaires et tourisme, pourraient bien figurer en tête du classement d'ici 2032. Selon l'institut Allied Market Research, les bénéfices générés par le « bleisure » pourraient alors atteindre 700 milliards de dollars. À lire aussiRetard d'avion, bagages, frais supplémentaires: ce qui va changer pour les passagers aériens en Europe

BofA Global Research Podcasts
From sports to pop culture: Prediction markets $1 trillion bet

BofA Global Research Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2026 24:24


Convergence of brokers, betting and prediction markets Prediction markets (PMs) have exploded in popularity over the past year, with volumes doubling since the start of May. By some measures, prediction markets are already approaching the scale of online sports betting. Julie Hoover from the Gaming, Lodging & Leisure team joins the podcast to discuss what's driving this growth and categories other than sports which could be the next major opportunities for PMs, Julie also explores key differences between prediction markets and traditional sports betting, including taxation, and market-making dynamics.. She discusses online brokers, which share a significant customer base with prediction markets and could be well positioned to succeed in this growing market as the companies expand their PM offerings. Finally, we examine the risks, which include more than 15 state lawsuits challenging prediction markets. It's likely that the U.S. Supreme Court will ultimately decide whether and which sports event contracts can continue to be offered.   "Bank of America" and “BofA Securities” are the marketing names for the global banking businesses and global markets businesses (which includes BofA Global Research) of Bank of America Corporation. Lending, derivatives, and other commercial banking activities are performed globally by banking affiliates of Bank of America Corporation, including Bank of America, N.A., Member FDIC. Securities, trading, research, strategic advisory, and other investment banking and markets activities are performed globally by affiliates of Bank of America Corporation, including, in the United States, BofA Securities, Inc. a registered broker-dealer and Member of FINRA and SIPC, and, in other jurisdictions, by locally registered entities. ©2026 Bank of America Corporation. All rights reserved.    

Hotel News Now
The state of hotel financing (with Peachtree Group's Greg Friedman)

Hotel News Now

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2026 32:17


Peachtree Group Managing Principal and CEO Greg Friedman joins the "CoStar News Hotels Podcast" to explain the current financing environment for hotels.

Project Upland Podcast
#354 | TFL Shotgun Fest 2026: Learn From Hall of Fame Pros

Project Upland Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2026 60:17


TFL Shotgun Fest 2026 is coming to central Minnesota this July, and this year two shotgun Hall of Famers are teaching the clinics. Steve Gould joins Nick to walk through the whole weekend. On this episode, host Nick Larson brings back Steve Gould, creator of the Target Focused Life YouTube channel and part-owner of the Alexandria Shooting Park, to preview the second annual TFL Shotgun Fest. The event runs Friday, July 24 (development day plus VIP night) and Saturday, July 25 (the main shooting day) at the Alexandria Shooting Park in central Minnesota. The headline this year is the talent. Corey Cruz, a two-time national champion, world champion, and National Sporting Clays Hall of Fame inductee, is running sporting clays clinics. Richard Marshall Jr., a 35-time All-American and multiple Grand American winner on the trap side, is running trap clinics. Both are kept small on purpose: five shooters per session, half a day, real range time and real feedback. Del Whitman is on-site doing gun fittings. Beyond the clinics there are manufacturer demos where you can get hands-on and actually shoot a rack of different shotguns, an Upland Gun Company booth with a new RFM shotgun to see, and over $10,000 in prizes, including a custom 250th-anniversary shotgun for high overall. Then there's the unconventional stuff Steve's crew is known for: the Can Cannon Challenge, the Benelli AI Challenge, and the Wheel of Shotgun Fortune. The day closes with an Annie Oakley tournament and a social hangout. There's a thread running under all of it that matters more than the prize wall. Steve talks about how people are starved for in-person connection, and how an event like this is really about getting folks who love shotguns in the same place for a weekend. We also get into Steve's first trip to Italy and the Benelli and Perazzi factories, the Minnesota high school trap tournament that ran 7,700 kids through the range, a good stretch on barrel length and gun fit, and the ShotTracker training tool that might one day track a flushing grouse. Clinics, camping, and tickets are limited, so check the website for current availability. Chapters: 0:00 - Meet the Hall of Fame Clinic Pros 2:00 - Welcome Back: Steve Gould, Target Focused Life 2:35 - MN High School Trap and 7,700 Young Shooters 7:00 - A New Sporting Clays Course at Alexandria 8:15 - Inside Steve's Italy Trip: Benelli and Perazzi 17:15 - Shotgun Fest 2026: The Big Vision 18:30 - Clinics With Corey Cruz and Richard Marshall Jr. 19:15 - Del Whitman Gun Fittings and VIP Night 20:15 - Prizes, the 250th-Anniversary Gun, and Challenges 23:20 - Why People Are Craving In-Person Again 26:50 - How the Weekend Works: Friday and Saturday 27:50 - Manufacturer Demos: Get Hands-On With the Guns 30:20 - The RFM Venus 20ga Grouse Gun 31:30 - Barrel Length, Balance, and Gun Fit 37:00 - A New RFM Sporting Clays Shotgun (First Look) 40:40 - Year One to Year Two: What Changed 44:50 - Small-Group Clinics and How They Work 48:10 - Annie Oakley Tournament and Awards 50:10 - Camping and Lodging in Alexandria 52:20 - Shotgun Find 2.0 and the ShotTracker Tool Resources & Links: Target Focused Life on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TargetFocusedLife TFL Shotgun Fest tickets & clinic registration: https://www.targetfocused.life/shotgunfest Alexandria Shooting Park (camping & booking): https://shootasp.com Shotgun Find (Steve's shotgun research tool): https://shotgunfind.com Support the show: The Birdshot Podcast is Presented By onX Hunt. Use code BSP20 to save 20% on your onX Hunt subscription. Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/birdshot (from $5/month, and you get Birdshot can coolers and stickers as a thank-you). Follow the show: Instagram: @birdshot.podcast Website: https://BirdshotPodcast.com Listen: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/17EVUDJPwR2iJggzhLYil7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/birdshot-podcast/id1288308609 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkIF3w6P9rkuciwX-jEMG3g Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hotel News Now
Escaping hospitality's "AI hype echo chamber"

Hotel News Now

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2026 33:28


Max Spangler, vice president of technology of third-party hotel management company Charlestowne Hotels, joins CoStar News Hotels reporter Natalie Harms to discuss the practical uses of artificial intelligence in the hotel business and the advancement of cybersecurity threats as technology develops at a rapid pace.

Hotel News Now
Rockbridge CEO Jimmy Merkel is expanding the investment company in new ways

Hotel News Now

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2026 22:55


Private membership clubs are next for hospitality investment firm Rockbridge, according to CEO and co-founder Jimmy Merkel. Merkel shared details about the company's latest hotel acquisitions in Texas, plus his philosophy about hospitality and why independent luxury lifestyle hotels are exciting for investors. 

Only in OK Show
Oklahoma's Legendary Stuart Ranch: Chisholm Trail Roots to Modern Luxury Lodging

Only in OK Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2026 42:03


Take a trip down to southwestern Oklahoma as we explore Waurika to highlight Stuart Ranch—one of the state's oldest and most legendary ranches under continuous family ownership! With roots stretching all the way back to 1868 (long before Oklahoma statehood), Stuart Ranch has evolved from Chisholm Trail-era cattle driving to a thriving 21st-century powerhouse. Today, we trace their incredible journey from first-generation pioneer Robert Clay Freeny arriving in Indian Territory in 1838, all the way to current sixth-generation operator, Clay Forst. Stuart Ranch isn't just historic; it's award-winning. They took home the prestigious AQHA Best Remuda Award in 1995, and ranch manager Terry Stuart Forst was inducted into the National Cowgirl Hall of Fame in 2007. The Evolution Beyond Just Cattle How does a historic ranch stay vibrant today? By diversifying! In this episode, we dive into how the family expanded into the Stuart Ranch Quarter Horse program, Stuart Ranch Meat Co., and Stuart Ranch Outfitters. We also take a deep dive into their massive recent addition: The Lodge at Stuart Ranch. Originally built as a full-service, luxury experience for hunting clients, this stunning modern building—featuring a wooden frame and stone accents—has evolved into a premier mid-size event venue and corporate retreat destination. What You'll Learn In This Episode: The Accommodations: A look inside the Lodge, which accommodates up to 12 guests across 6 bedrooms with private baths. Learn about the cowboy-inspired Bunkroom and the regal Colonel Room. The Gathering Spaces: Discover the Smokehouse Room, the expansive living area (complete with a piano), and the outdoor fire pit perfect for nights under the Oklahoma stars. The Ultimate Oklahoma Hustle: How the Lodge's rustic-yet-refined interior led to a collaboration with Arcadia-based design firm Designer's Brew and Company (designer Brett McPherson). You can actually buy their custom, fully customizable furniture line online! True Oklahoma Hospitality: The Stuart Ranch philosophy: "We'll call you ma'am/sir, look you in the eye, greet you with a firm handshake, and welcome you into the family." Connect with Stuart Ranch Ready to book a corporate retreat, family reunion, or hunting trip? Websites: Visit stuartranch.com or stuartranchoutfitters.com to fill out their online contact form. Custom Furniture: Check out the Stuart Ranch collection at designersbrew.com . Listener Question: Are you more of a "roughing it in the cowboy bunkroom" type of traveler, or are you booking the luxury Colonel Room? Let us know in the comments! Also discussed:     #OnlyInOK #OklahomaHistory #StuartRanch #WaurikaOK #ExploreOklahoma #OklahomaRanch #ChisholmTrail #CowgirlHallOfFame #AQHA #OklahomaTourism #TravelOK #CorporateRetreats #LuxuryLodge #DesignersBrew #OklahomaHustle

Speaking Municipally
Schrodinger's lodging house

Speaking Municipally

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2026 34:30


Edmonton city councillors debated changes to the zoning bylaw to regulate lodging houses … if they can figure out what they are. Plus, the city has started cracking down on illegal downtown surface parking lots, and we get excited for the Fringe Festival.(00:00) - Introduction (00:31) - Rain in June (05:09) - Ad: Taste of Edmonton (05:44) - Canada Day (06:55) - Lodging houses (17:19) - New towing lot (19:30) - Downtown parking lots (26:33) - Fringe Festival (31:21) - Scheduling notes (33:10) - Close Here are the relevant links for this episode:Rain in JuneEdmonton records its rainiest June ever following latest weekend downpour: Environment CanadaEdmonton weather nerdery: June 2026News Release: City of Edmonton impacts due to additional heavy rainsNews Release: Rising water levels on the North Saskatchewan River prompt immediate trail closuresCanada DayReaders share what this year's Canada Day means to themO Canada? Patriotism in the time of Alberta separatismLodging housesLodging Houses AnalysisEdmonton's mayor fears infill bylaws abused to build lodging housesEdmonton infills operated as rooming houses, renting by the day — even hourNew towing lotCity of Edmonton opens new tow lot to deal with hundreds of abandoned vehiclesDowntown parking lotsCrackdown on unlicensed downtown Edmonton parking lots loomsEdmonton cracking down on unpermitted surface parking lots in coreNews Release: City begins enforcement action against unpermitted downtown surface parking lots in JulyFringe FestivalEdmonton Fringe announces Unforgettable theme for 2026 festivalFringe asks for support to keep it 'Unforgettable'This episode is brought to you by Taste of Edmonton. This year, the popular 11-day festival runs July 16 to 26, offering a delicious sample of Edmonton's finest restaurants, arts, and culture. Presale tickets are available online now until July 14th, or at select retail locations until July 15th. By purchasing ahead, you'll save $10 per sheet of 40 tickets. Learn moreSpeaking Municipally is produced by Taproot Edmonton. We deliver reliable intelligence about the Edmonton region.Sign up to get The Pulse, our weekday news briefing. It's free!Want to reach the smartest, most-engaged people in the Edmonton region? Learn more about advertising with Taproot Edmonton! ★ Support this podcast ★

Hotel News Now
Lender confidence returning for Asian hotels (with STR's Jesper Palmqvist)

Hotel News Now

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2026 30:38


STR's Jesper Palmqvist dives into how lender confidence is buoying hotel investment across the Asia-Pacific region, which is seeing record-high development and a wave of refinancing.

Hotel News Now
Hotel performance expectations for the World Cup knockout stage

Hotel News Now

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2026 15:46


CoStar Group's Didio Pequeno joins CoStar News' Trevor Simpson to discuss what hoteliers can expect in the knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Hotel News Now
No matter the downturn, hotels and travel always bounce back, Peregrine CEO says

Hotel News Now

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2026 11:48


Peregrine Hospitality CEO Greg Kennealey speaks with CoStar News Hotels' Bryan Wroten about his hotel portfolio's performance, the resiliency of travel and changing guest expectations in luxury experiences.

Nightly Business Report
Hold Off on Hikes, Deals in the Driver's Seat, and Luxury Lodging 6/30/26

Nightly Business Report

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2026 43:50


Piper Sandler's Michael Kantrowitz sees a two-handle for CPI inflation by year-end, which will put the Fed hawks on pause. Will M&A drive the next leg of the bull market? Plus, a record-setting NYC real estate agent on what's next for luxury properties.     Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hotel News Now
Marriott's Dana Jacobsohn on what makes a true luxury stay

Hotel News Now

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2026 15:31


Dana Jacobsohn, chief development officer, North America luxury brands and global mixed-use speaks with CoStar News Hotels' Bryan Wroten at the NYU International Hospitality Investment Forum about luxury hotel development and how Marriott meets guests expectations now and prepares for them in the future.

Hotel News Now
Olympia Hospitality takes boutique approach to both franchised, independent hotels (with John Schultzel)

Hotel News Now

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2026 16:01


Olympia Hospitality's John Schultzel speaks with CoStar News Hotels' Bryan Wroten at the 2026 NYU International Hospitality Investment Forum about his company's approach to hotel management, applying a boutique strategy to both independent and franchised properties, as well as its focus on hotels in college and university markets.

Hotel News Now
Virgin Hotels Collection's Greg Doman on the four factors needed to add a hotel to its portfolio

Hotel News Now

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2026 15:54


Greg Doman, chief development officer at Virgin Hotels Collection, joined CoStar News Hotels' Trevor Simpson for an interview at the 2026 NYU International Hospitality Investment Forum.

Hotel News Now
Rebel Hotel Co.'s Brian Sparacino talks growth strategy, operating luxury hotels and the evolution of third-party management

Hotel News Now

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2026 17:58


At the NYU International Hospitality Investment Forum, Rebel Hotel Co. President and CEO Brian Sparacino talks with CoStar News Hotels' Bryan Wroten about his company's new division, Reserve Collection Resorts & Hotels, as well as their growth strategy and how the third-party management space is changing. 

Agronomy Moment
Storm Damage in Corn: Green Snap vs. Lodging Yield Loss

Agronomy Moment

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2026 6:07


Recent summer storms have left a lot of corn vulnerable across the region. If you've been out scouting wind damage over the last week and are trying to figure out what it means for your final stand, this episode is a must-watch. Today, Wendell sits down with Selena to break down how to accurately assess storm-damaged corn. We cover the cold, hard numbers behind green snap yield loss, how growth stages dictate recovery, and why certain common chemical passes might actually be making your stalks more brittle right now.

Hotel News Now
PM Hotel Group's Joseph Bojanowski on World Cup demand, rise in experiential travel

Hotel News Now

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2026 15:11


Joseph Bojanowski, president of PM Hotel Group, chatted with CoStar News Hotels' Trevor Simpson about this summer's mega events and the future growth avenues for the third-party hotel operator.

Hotel News Now
Hyatt's Julienne Smith discusses return to company, next targets for portfolio growth

Hotel News Now

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2026 12:04


Hyatt Hotels Corp.'s Julienne Smith talks with CoStar News Hotels' Trevor Simpson at the 2026 NYU International Hospitality Investment Forum.

No Vacancy with Glenn Haussman
Why The Lodging Conference Keeps Bringing Hospitality Leaders Back

No Vacancy with Glenn Haussman

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2026 12:06


I talked with Harry Javer, Founder and Producer of The Lodging Conference, and Dr. Producer Suzanne Bagnera about why this event keeps pulling people back year after year. I've been going for about 25 years. Suzanne's coming for the first time. That gave us two very different ways into the same conversation. The Lodging Conference brings the industry conversations people need right now: finance, construction, development, AI, adaptive reuse, conversions, residential hotels, and the dealmaking that shapes what comes next. I'll also be back on the main stage hosting one of the general session panels, so I wanted to hear directly from Harry about what's shaping this year's event. But the event also has the thing most conferences can't manufacture: people actually relax. The lazy river race helps. The duck race definitely helps. So do the morning activities, the evening events, and the way the property takeover keeps people running into each other all week. That's what makes the conversations different. People still talk deals, capital, brands, development, and strategy. They just do it in an environment where everyone feels a little more human. Harry also shared what first-timers should know, why the event keeps selling out, and why registering before June 30 matters. And yes, I fully intend to defend my title as king of the lazy river race. Want the weekly roundup of news, videos, and what you might've missed from #NoVacancyNews? Text HOTEL to 66866.

Three & 1/2 Gentlemen
Widow's Bay (Season 1: Ep 2)

Three & 1/2 Gentlemen

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2026 37:55


Send us Fan MailCheck into the haunted inn, watch out for strange noises in the walls, and don't stay in the Captain's Suite as the hosts continue their journey into Widow's Bay with Episode 2, "Lodging," the horror-comedy mystery series created by Katie Dippold and starring Matthew Rhys, Kate O'Flynn, and Stephen Root. In this episode, the gentlemen break down Mayor Tom Loftis's night at the town's infamous inn, exploring its eerie legends and the supernatural mysteries that make this island impossible to understand.Grab a seat and join the conversation as we uncover new clues, chilling encounters, and the secrets hiding within Widow's Bay.Be sure to listen, subscribe, and follow the show on Instagram and YouTube @the.gentlemenpodcast.

Hotel News Now
JLL Hotels & Hospitality Americas CEO Kevin Davis on the narrowing bid-ask gap and more favorable hotel transactions environment

Hotel News Now

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2026 12:55


Americas CEO of JLL Hotels & Hospitality Kevin Davis talks with CoStar News Hotels' Stephanie Ricca at the NYU International Hospitality Investment Forum about why the first half of 2026 has fostered more hotel transactions. 

Hawaii News Now
Spotlight Now: Sports tourism and the road ahead for Aloha Stadium

Hawaii News Now

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2026 55:24


Aloha Stadium demolition reached a milestone with the final “tripping,” plus sports tourism with Hawai‘i Lodging and Tourism Association CEO Mufi Hannemann and the latest on Hawai‘i nonprofits.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hotel News Now
Raffles and Fairmont CEO Omer Acar on the evolving nature of luxury hotel experiences

Hotel News Now

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2026 14:34


Omer Acar, CEO of the Raffles and Fairmont hotel brands at Accor, speaks with CoStar News Hotels' Bryan Wroten about the luxury hotel space while at the NYU International Hospitality Investment Forum.

Amateur Traveler Travel Podcast
AT#999 - Travel to Umbria in Italy

Amateur Traveler Travel Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2026 64:37


Hear about travel to Umbria in Italy as the Amateur Traveler talks to Katerina Ferrara, the author of the Ultimate Festival & Travel Guide Umbria. This week's show is supported by the new Smart Travel Podcast. Travel smarter — and spend less — with help from NerdWallet. Check out Smart Travel ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Why should you go to Umbria? Katerina says, "Travelers should include Umbria in their plans because the hill towns feel just completely suspended in time. These are beautifully preserved places that stay off the main tourist track because the region has no major airport, and the high-speed trains are limited. But if you get there, you can really enjoy some time in the small towns as well as in nature." "There are incredible hikes and pilgrimage trails, like the Way of St. Francis, that also work for cyclists. So if you've been to Tuscany and loved it, to me, Umbria should be your next stop. Everything you came to is here. It's got fresco churches, olive oil, wine, truffles, and no crowds. There's no coaches bringing giant tours. And also the prices are excellent. Lodging in Umbria costs a fraction of what you're going to pay in Florence, Rome, or Venice." Katerina's Recommended Umbria Itinerary Katerina recommends a one-week Umbria itinerary by car, starting from Rome Fiumicino Airport, then driving north into Umbria. Her core route is: Rome → Orvieto → Assisi → Gubbio, with day trips from each base. ... https://amateurtraveler.com/travel-to-umbria/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hotel News Now
Hotel investors see opportunity in Indonesia (with STR's Jesper Palmqvist)

Hotel News Now

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2026 27:11


STR's Jesper Palmqvist joins the podcast for our monthly check-in on hotel industry trends in the Asia-Pacific region.

Hotel News Now
Thoughts from the last day of the NYU International Hospitality Investment Forum

Hotel News Now

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2026 13:58


CoStar News Hotels' Stephanie Ricca, Bryan Wroten and Trevor Simpson share their observations from the NYU International Hospitality Investment Forum as the conference has wrapped up for 2026.

Hotel News Now
Recapping the first day of the NYU International Hospitality Investment Forum 2026

Hotel News Now

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026 11:09


CoStar News Hotels' Stephanie Ricca, Bryan Wroten and Trevor Simpson share their takeaways from the first day of the 2026 NYU International Hospitality Investment Forum.

The I Love CVille Show With Jerry Miller!
CVille Wants To Raise Water/Wastewater Rates; City Upped Real Estate, Meals, Property, Lodging Taxes

The I Love CVille Show With Jerry Miller!

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2026 33:27


The I Love CVille Show headlines: Trump Tailspin: Iran Done Dealing; Hormuz Strait Shut CVille City Wants To Raise Water/Wastewater Rates City Upped Real Estate, Meals, Property, Lodging Taxes Devils Backbone Officially Closes Brewpub On W Main Top 5 Most Cursed City Locations For Businesses Natalie Oschrin v Sally Duncan: Most Concerning Leader? $695 For Rent: 160 SQF Office (Conference & Waiting Room) Subscribe To JerryRatcliffe.com For $8 Per Month Read Viewer & Listener Comments Live On-Air The I Love CVille Show airs live Monday – Friday from 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm on The I Love CVille Network. Watch and listen to The I Love CVille Show on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, iTunes, Apple Podcast, YouTube, Spotify, Fountain, Amazon Music, Audible, Rumble and iLoveCVille.com.

Hotel News Now
World Cup pregame: How hotel performance projects two weeks out

Hotel News Now

Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026 18:16


CoStar Group's Didio Pequeno joins the CoStar News Hotels podcast to break down how hotel performance is trending across the 16 World Cup host markets.

Badlands Media
Rugpull Radio Ep. 151: Paul Rosenberg Before the Bitcoin White Paper

Badlands Media

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 117:43


GMoney emerges from the Coffey Bunker after a month off to deliver a Bitcoin Pizza Day episode stacked with cypherpunk history and clown world updates. The main event is a conversation with Paul Rosenberg, the cypherpunk pioneer, longtime author, and builder of the Crypto Hippie VPN whose anonymously published novel A Lodging of Wayfaring Men reads like a prequel to the Bitcoin white paper. Paul walks through the three moments that shaped his libertarian worldview, his run-ins with retiring NSA fans of his products, why he ignored Bitcoin at first, and why he thinks the purity of the protocol is what guarantees the world cannot stay the same. After the interview, GMoney rifles through the week: Iran accepting Bitcoin for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, the Clarity Act clearing committee on 5/13, Kevin Warsh confirmed as the seventeenth Fed chair, Admiral Paparo confirming the US runs a Bitcoin node, the ARMA bill, and a closing argument that opting out of the tax system is the only vote that actually counts.

Hotel News Now
It's game time for hotels scoring sports tourism business this summer

Hotel News Now

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 21:50


Brandon Ehrhardt, vice president of marketing for travel partners and advertisers at Expedia Group, joins the show to share details from Expedia Group's new report that found that North America has $8.1 billion in tourism spend up for grabs this summer. 

MPR News Update
State park camping and lodging units nearly fully booked for Memorial Day weekend

MPR News Update

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 5:09


Hotel News Now
How hoteliers are sorting through the complicated tariff refund question (with Alan Benjamin)

Hotel News Now

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2026 25:53


Procurement expert Alan Benjamin, founder and president of BenjaminWest, joins the podcast to discuss what hoteliers might expect from the $166 billion in promised tariff refunds and how getting that money back in the pockets of owners will be a complicated process.

Radio Islam
Supreme Court of Appeal found new Raf rules relating to lodging a claim

Radio Islam

Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2026 11:45


Supreme Court of Appeal found new Raf rules relating to lodging a claim by Radio Islam

Hotel News Now
Smaller markets are winning hotel group demand

Hotel News Now

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2026 17:24


In this episode of the CoStar News Hotels podcast, reporter Natalie Harms discusses hotel group demand trends with STR's Hannah Smith, including how smaller markets in the U.S. appear to be coming out on top when it comes to attracting group hotel business.

LODGING On Demand
On Demand Episode 64 – Hotel Labor & Scheduling Insights

LODGING On Demand

Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2026 17:52


In this episode of LODGING OnDemand, Kelsey Higginbotham, Vice President of Customer Operations at Inn-Flow, joins LODGING to explore the often unseen complexities of hotel labor management. From the instinct-driven scheduling decisions general managers make under pressure to the performance metrics owners rely on, this conversation reveals which strategies truly move the needle for hotel operations. Topics discussed: The realities of hotel labor scheduling for GMs Why some labor metrics fail to reflect operational performance […]

The Prepper Broadcasting Network
5-3 Temporary Lodging

The Prepper Broadcasting Network

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2026 50:59 Transcription Available


Erika Moore is transferred into new “Temporary Lodging” under the Supreme General's control, while TJ prepares his compound for more arrivals. Across the ash-covered roads, Vince, Star, and Daniel leave Brett's ranch and head toward Dallas, carrying grief and growing determination. Loyalties are tested, and the war inches closer.Based on Sara F. Hathaway's bestselling Changing Earth novels.Changing Earth subscribers get one week, commercial-free early access. Get your Changing Earth gear and signed author editions at: https://www.authorsarafhathaway.com/season-5Temporary lodging can feel like a cage… or the first step toward breaking free.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/prepper-broadcasting-network--3295097/support.BECOME A SUPPORTER FOR AD FREE PODCASTS, EARLY ACCESS & TONS OF MEMBERS ONLY CONTENT!Red Beacon Ready OUR PREPAREDNESS SHOPThe Prepper's Medical Handbook Build Your Medical Cache – Welcome PBN FamilySupport PBN with a Donation Join the Prepper Broadcasting Network for expert insights on #Survival, #Prepping, #SelfReliance, #OffGridLiving, #Homesteading, #Homestead building, #SelfSufficiency, #Permaculture, #OffGrid solutions, and #SHTF preparedness. With diverse hosts and shows, get practical tips to thrive independently – subscribe now!Newsletter – Welcome PBN FamilyGet Your Free Copy of 50 MUST READ BOOKS TO SURVIVE DOOMSDAY

ChristPresRVA Sermons
At a Lodging Place on the Way - Exodus 4:18-31

ChristPresRVA Sermons

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2026


Hotel News Now
How Japan moneyballed its way to strong tourism demand

Hotel News Now

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2026 29:25


When Japan lost more than half of its travelers from China, many worried the year's long stretch of strong performance for hotels would end in that country. Instead, it replaced that demand in the aggregate. Listen for that and other highlights from across the Asia Pacific region with STR's Matthew Burke and Jesper Palmqvist.

The Modern Hotelier
#272: The Companies Supporting & Innovating Independent Hospitality | from the Independent Lodging Congress

The Modern Hotelier

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2026 24:15


In this episode, host David Millili brings listeners inside Indie Cultivate Boston, hosted in partnership with ILC. David sits down with leading vendors and innovators including Airbnb, Watermelon Ghost, Direct Booker, Stash Rewards, Cloudbeds, Directful, and Canary Technologies. Across these conversations, a clear theme emerges: the independent hotel space is at a turning point driven by AI, evolving guest expectations, and the ongoing battle for direct bookings versus OTAs.Guests discuss how AI is reshaping discoverability, guest engagement, and operations, while also raising critical questions about visibility in AI-driven search. From loyalty programs and retention platforms to booking infrastructure and guest experience tools, each guest shares how they're helping independent hotels compete, differentiate, and thrive.You'll hear perspectives on: How AI is changing hotel discovery and booking behavior  The future of direct bookings and OTA dependency  Experiential stays and evolving guest expectations  Why independent hotels have a unique opportunity in the AI era Watch the FULL EPISODE on YouTube: https://youtu.be/wZUi1eIuS5ALinkedIn Links:Audrey Yates - VP of Hotel Partnerships, Stash RewardsAdam Harris - CEO, CloudbedsTim Kinsella - Global Sales - Strategy, Canary TechnologiesRon Sandel - Director of Hotels, AirbnbGeorgie Downie - Co-Founder & CEO, Watermelon GhostLindsay Wenger - VP of Sales, DirectfulSanjay Vakil - Co-Founder & CEO, Direct BookerMeg Gutowski - ILCFor full show notes head to: https://themodernhotelier.com/episode/272Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-..Join the conversation on today's episode on The Modern Hotelier LinkedIn pageConnect with Steve and David:Steve: https://www.linkedin.com/in/%F0%9F%8E...David: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-mil.

Hotel News Now
A hotel-hostel concept for the digital nomad era

Hotel News Now

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2026 13:39


In this interview from the 2026 IHIF EMEA conference, CoStar News Hotels' Terence Baker speaks with Navneet Bali, founder and CEO of LyvInn Hotels, who explains his goal of gearing his hostel-hotel brand toward the growing number of young, IT-savvy European travelers.

The Modern Hotelier
#270: The Voices Shaping Independent Hotels from Independent Lodging Congress Boston

The Modern Hotelier

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2026 30:52


In this special episode, host David Millili takes listeners inside Indie Cultivate Boston in partnership with ILC, capturing candid conversations with some of the most forward-thinking leaders in hospitality.Across the discussions, a common theme emerges while AI and automation are transforming back-of-house operations, the future of hospitality remains deeply human—rooted in creativity, storytelling, and meaningful guest connection. Leaders also reflect on the importance of independence in hotel development, the value of intimate industry gatherings like ILC, and how new models are reshaping ownership, management, and guest experience.In this episode, you'll learn: How leading hotel operators are thinking about AI—not as a replacement for people, but as a tool to automate and augment hospitality operations while keeping guest experience human-first  Why independent hotels continue to thrive through creativity, storytelling, and strong emotional connection with guests  How technology platforms like integrated PMS systems and “hospitality operating systems” are helping smaller hotel brands scale more efficiently  What “Powered by Kasa” and similar models mean for hoteliers looking to build brands faster without losing creative control  The emerging balance between technology-driven efficiency and analog, human-centered hospitality experiencesWatch the FULL EPISODE on YouTube: https://youtu.be/A6U4jtjfbpg LinkedIn Links:Roman Pedan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roman-pedan-594897325/Steven Rubin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenmrubin/Jen Parks: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferfigariparks/Jason August: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaugust/Brian Meyer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-meyer-b004832b6/John Flannigan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-flannigan-73550a1/Jen Barnwell: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-barnwell-a8689ba/Matt Schwartz: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewaschwartz/Andrew Benioff: https://www.linkedin.com/in/llenrockgroupbenioff/For full show notes head to: https://themodernhotelier.com/episode/270Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-..Join the conversation on today's episode on The Modern Hotelier LinkedIn pageConnect with Steve and David:Steve: https://www.linkedin.com/in/%F0%9F%8E...David: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-mil.

Hotel News Now
Trinity expands its investment criteria for European hotels

Hotel News Now

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2026 13:37


CoStar News Hotel's Sean McCracken speaks with Trinity Investments' Ryan Donn at the 2026 IHIF EMEA conference in Berlin where Donn spoke about the company's newer approach to finding deals and his interest in the demand outlook in Southern Europe in particular. 

Hotel News Now
Why Wyndham's Dimitris Manikis sees big growth ahead in Europe, India

Hotel News Now

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2026 17:38


Dimitris Manikis, president of Europe, Middle East and Africa at Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, joins the podcast from the International Hospitality Investment Forum EMEA in Berlin.

Ag PhD Radio on SiriusXM 147
04 07 26 Corn Lodging

Ag PhD Radio on SiriusXM 147

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2026 59:00


04 07 26 Corn Lodging by Ag PhD

AccuWeather Daily
Wild temperature swings in the East before calmer pattern arrives next week; plus, Grand Canyon water restrictions could close South Rim lodging if pipeline issues continue

AccuWeather Daily

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2026 5:40


From summerlike warmth to chilly coastal air and rounds of rain, much of the East will face a chaotic stretch of weather through Easter before a quieter, warmer pattern emerges next week. Also, water restrictions on the South Rim are not uncommon due to breaks in the Transcanyon Waterline, which was built in the 1960s. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nareit's REIT Report Podcast
Baird's Michael Bellisario Says Lodging REIT Outlook Cautiously Optimistic

Nareit's REIT Report Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2026 14:27


Michael Bellisario, senior research analyst at Baird, joined the REIT Report to review the outlook for the lodging and hotel REIT sector in 2026, focusing on demand trends, the impact of major events like the World Cup, and strategies for maintaining occupancy and navigating market challenges.Bellisario said the overall outlook for the sector for 2026 is “positive but muted,” following a tough 2025. The World Cup is expected to boost revenue this year, with Baird estimating it will contribute 75 basis points or more to REVpar for the year. “It's going to be a tailwind. It's just a matter of how much and when do we see those bookings start to pick up,” he said.Meanwhile, Bellisario pointed out that wealthy travelers are currently driving growth within the leisure sector, with high-end hotels performing better than economy and mid-scale segments. Higher-end establishments can charge more for additional services, he noted, such as dining and experiences, beyond room rates. This trend indicates a potential strategy for hotels to focus on non-room revenue streams.

Driftwood Outdoors
Ep. 333: Hot Walleye Action Through the Ice at Devils Lake

Driftwood Outdoors

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 94:15 Transcription Available


Brandon Butler travels to Devils Lake, North Dakota for the second year in a row to pursue the hot walleye bite through the ice with McQuoid Outfitters. Aaron McQuoid has been a premier provider of fishing trips and comfortable accommodations on Devils Lake, North Dakota for over 20 years. McQuoid specializes in walleye, northern pike, white bass and jumbo perch Brandon and Aaron are joined on the podcast by Warren Johnson, and David Ray.The foursome discusses what to expect at Devils Lake and how to catch the fish you're after. For more info: McQuoid Outdoors WebsiteMcQuoid Outdoors FP pageDevils Lake WebsiteSpecial thanks to:Living The Dream Outdoor PropertiesSuperior Foam Insulation LLCDoolittle TrailersScenic Rivers TaxidermyConnect with Driftwood Outdoors:FacebookInstagramYouTubeEmail:info@driftwoodoutdoors.com

Thoughts on the Market
A Rebound for Hong Kong's Property Market

Thoughts on the Market

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2026 4:49


Our Head of Asian Gaming & Lodging and Hong Kong/India Real Estate Research Praveen Choudhary discusses the first synchronized growth cycle for Hong Kong's major real estate segments in almost a decade.Read more insights from Morgan Stanley.----- Transcript -----Welcome to Thoughts on the Market. I'm Praveen Choudhary, Morgan Stanley's Head of Asian Gaming & Lodging and Hong Kong/India Real Estate Research. Today – a look at a market that global investors often watch but may not fully appreciate: Hong Kong real estate. It's Tuesday, January 27th, at 2pm in Hong Kong.Why should investors in New York, London, or Singapore care about trends in Hong Kong property? That's easy to answer. Because Hong Kong remains one of the world's most globally sensitive real estate markets. When [the] cycle turns here, it often reflects – and sometimes predicts – broader shift in liquidity, capital flows, and macro sentiment across Asia. And right now, for the first time since 2018, all three major Hong Kong property segments – residential prices, office rents in the Central district of Hong Kong, and retail sales – are set to grow together. That synchronized upturn hasn't happened in almost a decade. What's driving this shift? Residential real estate is the engine of this turnaround. Prices have finally bottomed after a 30 percent decline since 2018, and 2026 is shaping out to be a strong year. We actually expect home prices to grow more than 10 percent in 2026, after going up by 5 percent in 2025. And we think that it will grow further in 2027. There are three factors that give us confidence on this out-of-consensus call. The first one is policy. Back in February 2024, Hong Kong scrapped all extra stamp duty that had made it tougher for mainland Chinese or foreign buyers to enter the market. Stamp duty is basically a tax you pay when buying property, or even selling property; and it has been a key way for [the] government to control demand and raise revenue. With those extra charges gone, buying and selling real estate in Hong Kong, especially for mainlanders, is a lot more straightforward and penalty-free. In fact, post the removal of the stamp duty, [the] percentage of units that has been sold to mainlanders have gone to 50 percent of total; earlier it used to be 10-20 percent. Why is it non-consensus? That is because consensus believes that Hong Kong property price can't go up when China residential outlook is negative. In mid-2025, consensus thought that the recovery was simply a cyclical response to a sharp drop in the Hong Kong Interbank Offered Rate, or HIBOR.But we believe the drivers are supply/demand mismatch, positive carry as rental go up but rates go down, and Hong Kong as a place for global monetary interconnection between China and the world that's still thriving. Second, demand fundamentals are strengthening. Hong Kong's population turned positive again, rising to 7.5 million in the first half of 2025. During COVID we had a population decline. Now, talent attraction scheme is driving around 140,000 visa approvals in 2025, which is double what it used to be pre-COVID level. New household formation is tracking above the long‑term average, and mainland buyers are now a powerful force. The third factor is affordability. So, after years of declines, the housing prices have come to a point where affordability is back to a long‑term average. In fact, the income versus the price is now back to 2011 level. You combine this with lower mortgage rates as the Fed cut moves through, and you have pent‑up demand finally returning. And don't forget the wealth effect: Hang Seng Index climbed almost 30 percent in 2025. That kind of equity rebound historically spills over into property buying. As the recovery in residential real estate picks up speed, we're also seeing a fresh wave of optimism and actions across Hong Kong office and retail markets. So big picture: Hong Kong property market isn't just stabilizing. It's turning. A 10 percent or more residential price rebound, a Central office market finding its footing, and an improved retail environment – all in the same year – marks the clearest green lights this market has seen since 2018.Thanks for listening. If you enjoy the show, please leave us a review wherever you listen and share Thoughts on the Market with a friend or colleague today.