Podcasts about resorts

If you're feeling stuck doing the same old marketing and wondering how everyone else keeps coming up with fresh ideas, this episode is going to light a fire under you. Fern sits down with Garla Piatt of Paw-A-Day Inn K9 Suites who's built a thriving business by thinking way outside the box—and not just once, but over and over again. From creative partnerships to unexpected ways of getting local buzz, this conversation is packed with ideas that prove you don't need a massive ad budget to get noticed.What makes this episode especially good is that none of these ideas are theory. They're real, tested strategies that helped a dog daycare and boarding business grow steadily over the years, even through tough economic shifts. You'll hear how focusing on relationships, community connections, and genuinely memorable experiences can quietly outperform traditional advertising. If you're ready to rethink how you market your facility—and maybe steal a few ideas you've never heard before—this is one you don't want to miss.

Ever wonder what resorts and businesses are doing to conserve water, or how Southern Nevada can continue to grow under drought conditions? Crystal and Bronson talk about those topics and more on this special episode of the Water Smarts Podcast, “TAP THE TRUTH: Crystal and Bronson answer your questions about all things water in Southern Nevada.”Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelkehttps://www.snwa.com/https://www.snwa.com/

Send a textScott Strickland is Chief Commercial Officer at Wyndham Hotels & Resorts and former Chief Information Officer of Wyndham Hotel Group, where he led technology and AI initiatives across one of the world's largest hospitality portfolios. With experience spanning global operations, enterprise data strategy, and board-level leadership, he has built a reputation for translating business priorities into scalable technology execution.Drawing on that experience, Scott brings a pragmatic lens to how organizations align AI with business strategy, prioritize initiatives by ROI and time to value, and scale responsibly while building trust across teams.In this conversation, we discuss:How Scott translates business needs into technical AI execution while keeping a sharp focus on measurable dollar impact.Why winning board support for AI requires the “4 E's” framework, and how making AI a recurring agenda item changes the trajectory of investment.How to scale from four initial AI use cases to more than 340 by prioritizing ROI, time to value, and data readiness.Why AI works best as a co-pilot that removes friction and drudgery, rather than as a replacement for frontline teams.What it takes to build trust with employees during AI transformation, including transparency, reskilling pathways, and new roles like AI coaches.Why security, privacy, and risk management must be built into AI initiatives from day one, and how servant leadership creates the cultural foundation for responsible adoption.Resources:Subscribe to the AI & The Future of Work NewsletterConnect with Scott on LinkedInAI fun fact articleOn how the journey from intern to a $5B unicorn happens

Tim shares reviews and observations from a recent solo Vegas trip, including visits to a bunch of Park MGM restaurants The post FHBM #996: Solo Adventures first appeared on Five Hundy By Midnight.

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On Today's showTwo total opposites—a hyper blonde grinding nonstop and a voluptuous brunette swaying soft—wedge in front of two guys. What starts as annoying rubs turns into full-on hands-on heat in the crowd, then explodes into an all-night opposites-attract frenzy back at the apartment. Pure blues-fueled madness.A normally shy wife hits the tropics, sun-soaked and tipsy. Back in the room, she goes wild—moaning as her husband tongues and fingers her tight ass for the first time ever. Vacation freedom melts long-held boundaries in one steamy, uninhibited night.At a lifestyle resort, curtains left cracked for light... turns into a growing audience watching every stroke. From oral to doggy, the voyeurs stroke too—hot, weird, and insanely arousing. One couple's private session becomes public exhibitionism gold.Join us over on Discord. https://discord.gg/uqqxsCSDfwContent Warning: This episode contains explicit sexual content, including graphic descriptions of nudity, public sex, infidelity, and boundary-pushing consensual fantasies.Stories are fictional and depict enthusiastic consent. Listener discretion advised; 18+ only. Submissions involving bestiality, incest, underage role-play, rape, non-consensual content, or racial slurs are not aired. Get Involved:Submit Your Story: Got a secret fantasy or steamy confession? Write to Nikky at Nikky@dearnikky.com or submit anonymously at DearNikky.com/confessions. By submitting, you certify:You're the sole creator of the submission.You're 18+ and legally able to submit erotic material.No prohibited themes (bestiality, incest, underage, rape, non-consensual content, racial slurs).Names/identifiable info may be changed.You release all rights to the submission.Say Hello: Have a burning fantasy or just want to chat? Email Nikky@dearnikky.com or connect on Twitter (@DNikky162), Instagram (@DNikky162) , or Facebook (@DearNikky). Nikky wants to hear your naughtiest thoughts!Support the Show: Love these private peeks into filthy lives? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify,  Spreaker or your favorite platform to help new listeners discover the heat. Your support keeps the conversation sizzling!Support Nikky:Patreon: Unlock exclusive confessions, bonus thoughts, and steamy Q&As at Patreon.com/DearNikky. Join the inner circle for extra spice!Nectar.ai: Explore your wildest fantasies with immersive AI experiences at Nectar.ai. Perfect for Frisky Friday fans craving more.Featured Release: Dear Nikky: Sex Confessions From People Just Like You is out now! Dive deeper into the raw, unfiltered stories you love. Contact:Email: Nikky@dearnikky.comWebsite: DearNikky.com/confessionsSocials: Twitter (@DNikky162), Instagram (@DNikky162), Facebook (@DearNikky)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dear-nikky-hidden-desires--6316414/support.

Van life looks dreamy online—but what's actually happening behind the scenes is very different. In this episode, we break down the van life news, changes, and trends that aren't making it into curated feeds or viral reels.From shifting costs and new challenges to the realities full-time van lifers are quietly navigating, this is the stuff you only hear when you're actually living it. No fear-mongering. No highlight reels. Just an honest look at what's changing in van life right now—and why it matters if you're on the road, planning a build, or dreaming about going full-time.If you want real van life updates, not Instagram edits, you're in the right place.

On this episode of Good Morning Hospitality, A Skift Podcast: Hotels Edition, Sarah Dandashy and Steve Turk explore how the travel industry is turning anxiety into profit — from insurance add-ons to premium flexibility — and what that means for modern travelers. They also break down IHG Hotels & Resorts's launch of its 21st brand, Noted Collection by IHG, and the continued expansion of hotel brand portfolios, plus the pullback of complimentary breakfast perks at major chains and the impact on loyalty perception. The episode rounds out with Spirit Airlines selling 20 aircraft while recalling furloughed crew — signaling recalibration in the ultra-low-cost model. And in the Unhinged Story of the Week, a Jet2.com and Jet2holidays flight is diverted after a mid-air passenger brawl, while another traveler goes viral for destroying airport kiosks — proof that travel stress is hitting new heights. Connect with Skift LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/skift/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ WhatsApp: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaAL375LikgIXmNPYQ0L/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/skiftnews⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/skiftnews/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Threads: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.threads.net/@skiftnews⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Bluesky: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/skiftnews.bsky.social⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/skift⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@SkiftNews⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and never miss an update from the travel industry.

What does it take to turn a life-threatening diagnosis into a global wellness movement? In this powerful episode, Ingo Schweder shares how surviving stage four cancer shaped his vision for wellness, hospitality, longevity, and community-driven health. From launching the Mandarin Oriental Spa Division to building GOCO Hospitality and the Fivelements brand, this conversation explores why wellness is not a trend, but the foundation of the future hospitality economy. What You'll Learn: How a stage four cancer diagnosis became the catalyst for a global wellness hospitality career Why wellness is not a department, but a philosophy and a lifestyle What it takes to build and scale a global spa and wellness division from scratch The business case for wellness hospitality during crises like 9 11 and the pandemic Why longevity clinics, precision medicine, and community based wellness real estate are shaping the next chapter of the industry Episode Highlights: 03:15 – From journalist to hotelier to cancer survivor: the turning point that changed everything 11:40 – Creating a personal healing protocol using yoga, macrobiotic nutrition, meditation, and alternative medicine 19:55 – Launching the Mandarin Oriental Spa Division when no global spa model existed 29:10 – Founding GOCO Hospitality and identifying wellness as a standalone business segment 38:45 – Turning around Glen Ivy and why ownership changed the game 47:20 – The rise of Fivelements and the future of branded destination wellness resorts 54:30 – Why longevity, precision medicine, and biohacking are the next evolution of wellness Meet the Guest: Ingo Schweder is Founder and CEO of GOCO Hospitality and Managing Director of Horwath HTL Health & Wellness. With projects across five continents and more than 400 developments worldwide, he is widely recognized as a pioneer in wellness hospitality, destination spa development, and wellness real estate. Tools, Frameworks, and Concepts Mentioned Mandarin Oriental global spa division development GOCO Hospitality five pillar model: feasibility, concept and brand development, design and technical services, pre opening and training, and ongoing management Fivelements branded destination wellness resorts Wellness real estate and community driven development Longevity clinics and precision medicine integration within hospitality Closing Insight: "The world does not need more five star hotels. It needs five star human experiences." This episode is a reminder that wellness hospitality is not about amenities. It is about creating environments that improve health, extend vitality, and contribute meaningfully to society.   Looking for expert advice in Spa Consulting, with live training and online learning? Spa Consulting: wynnebusiness.com/spa-management-consulting Live Training: wynnebusiness.com/live-education Online Learning: wynnebusiness.com/spa-management-courses   Other Links: Connect with Ingo: linkedin.com/in/ingoschweder   Follow Lisa on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisastarrwynnebusiness, Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/at/podcast/starrcast/id1565223226 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/00tW92ruuwangYoLxR9WDd Watch the StarrCast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wynnebusiness

In the final instalment of this three part mini series, Steve and Lesley Thomas conclude their in depth discussion on how to choose the right Alpine resort based on lifestyle, budget, investment goals, and long term return.Drawing on over 20 years of experience advising buyers across the French Alps, this episode moves beyond lifestyle preferences and into the practical realities of value for money, capital growth, rental income, and where to invest for the strongest returns.Recorded during one of the busiest ski seasons since Covid, Steve shares current market insight including increased buyer motivation, rising enquiry levels, stronger sales activity, and a noticeable shift in investor behaviour.This episode brings together everything discussed in Parts One and Two, helping listeners align resort choice not just with how they want to live, but with how they want their property to perform.Topics Covered in This EpisodeCurrent market conditions across the French Alps and what is driving buyer demandThe best resorts for spring skiing and late season snow suretyKey altitude, slope orientation, and infrastructure factors for reliable snow conditionsResorts that combine skiing with rock climbing, paragliding, and other outdoor pursuitsWhere to buy if remote working flexibility is importantAlpine resorts with casinos and true thermal spa facilitiesThe top destinations for luxury lifestyles and prime property marketsWhere to buy if headline resorts such as Val d'Isere, Courchevel, Meribel, and Megeve are out of reachSatellite villages and emerging regions offering lower costs per square metreThe Maurienne Valley and Les Sybelles as value driven alternatives with dual season appealFactors influencing long term capital growth including infrastructure investment and limited supplyExtended winter season versus dual season rental strategiesThe realities of rental yield, agency fees, occupancy levels, and value driven demandSteve also explains how buyer behaviour is evolving, with more clients seeking lifestyle acquisitions funded by restructuring existing portfolios, alongside overseas investors diversifying capital into the French Alps.The episode provides practical examples of current price points across both prime and value focused resorts, highlighting how strategy, timing, and location selection can significantly influence both enjoyment and financial return.Investment and Rental ConsiderationsFor listeners focused on return on investment, the discussion explores:Resorts with diminishing development land and limited new build supplyLocations benefiting from confirmed or proposed infrastructure improvementsThe impact of altitude and season length on rental weeksWhy value driven ski domains such as Les Sybelles can outperform expectations on occupancyThe importance of property positioning, views, ski access, and agency fees when calculating net yieldSteve also addresses a common misconception that dual season resorts automatically generate stronger returns, explaining how longer winter seasons in high altitude resorts can balance the equation.Thinking About Buying in the AlpsThis three part series has been designed to help buyers think strategically about resort selection, not simply emotionally.If you are considering purchasing a property in the French or Swiss Alps and would like to explore which resort best suits your lifestyle and investment objectives, visit:www.alpinepropertyinvestments.co.ukYou will find a wide selection of properties for sale along with contact details to arrange a consultation or viewing during your next visit to the mountains.Subscribe to our newsletter www.alpinepropertyinvestments.co.uk/newsletter-signup/ to learn more! For more information, visit www.alpinepropertyinvestments.co.uk and contact us at:

On this episode of Good Morning Hospitality, A Skift Podcast: Hotels Edition, Sarah Dandashy and Steve Turk explore how the travel industry is turning anxiety into profit — from insurance add-ons to premium flexibility — and what that means for modern travelers. They also break down IHG Hotels & Resorts's launch of its 21st brand, Noted Collection by IHG, and the continued expansion of hotel brand portfolios, plus the pullback of complimentary breakfast perks at major chains and the impact on loyalty perception. The episode rounds out with Spirit Airlines selling 20 aircraft while recalling furloughed crew — signaling recalibration in the ultra-low-cost model. And in the Unhinged Story of the Week, a Jet2.com and Jet2holidays flight is diverted after a mid-air passenger brawl, while another traveler goes viral for destroying airport kiosks — proof that travel stress is hitting new heights. Connect with Skift LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/skift/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ WhatsApp: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaAL375LikgIXmNPYQ0L/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/skiftnews⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/skiftnews/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Threads: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.threads.net/@skiftnews⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Bluesky: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/skiftnews.bsky.social⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/skift⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@SkiftNews⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and never miss an update from the travel industry.

Fine Hotels + Resorts® and The Edit by Chase Travel℠ are hotel programs offered by American Express and Chase, which offer a similar array of perks. But that doesn't mean there aren't significant differences. Greg discusses a recent stay where he used both of these back-to-back.Fine Hotels + Resorts® vs The Edit by Chase Travel℠(00:40) - Read more here(00:55) - On paper, Fine Hotels + Resorts® is better in most ways(02:20) - Except...(04:28) - Greg's Experience Fine Hotels + Resorts® vs The Edit by Chase Travel℠: Pendry Chicago(02:06) - Commonalities(06:55) - Differences(12:02) - Confusing pointsVisit https://frequentmiler.com/subscribe to get updated on in-depth points and miles content like this, and don't forget to like and follow us on social media.Music Credit – Beach Walk by Unicorn HeadsMentioned in this episode:Visit FrequentMiler.com Did you know that Frequent Miller is also a website? At frequentMiller.com, you'll find all the latest deals, news about points, miles, and rewarding credit cards, the single best, Best Credit Cards page on the web, guides to all popular rewards programs, and many other terrific resources. If you'd like to get our posts sent to your email, go to frequentMiller.com/subscribe and sign up for free. https://frequentmiler.com/subscribe/

In this episode of the Overdog Podcast, we're digging into the staffing challenges that dog daycare and boarding businesses face—and more importantly, how to actually fix them. Fern brings on Ellen Ness of Rogue Mission, who's been in the trenches of the pet care industry, from animal rescue to corporate operations. Together, they explore what it really takes to build a team that sticks around, performs better, and contributes to a calmer, more efficient facility. If you've ever felt like hiring and retaining staff is your biggest pain point, this conversation is for you.But this isn't just a gripe session—Ellen breaks down three powerful ways to invest in your team intentionally (and no, it's not just about raising wages). From transforming your training systems to developing true leadership within your staff, this episode gives you a fresh perspective on creating a workplace where employees actually want to stay. It might challenge your assumptions a bit—but the kind of business you're trying to build demands it.

Wenn in Wimbledon die Plätze abgedeckt werden, fängt es in Pebble Beach erst an: Hinnerk Baumgarten, Sven Hanfft und Julius Allzeit nehmen das verregnete Tour-Wochenende auseinander – mit Collin Morikawas Finish, Platz-Mythos, Preisrealität und der Frage, wie „Birdie auf 18“ dort eigentlich schmeckt. Dazu der Blick auf die Damen: Das PIF Saudi Ladies International in Riad, deutsche Platzierungen und der nächste Stopp im LPGA-Kalender. Auf der HotelPlanner Tour wird's in Fancourt wetterwild – mit durchwachsener deutscher Bilanz, aber immerhin einem positiven Ausrufezeichen. Und dann Hanse Golf: volle Gänge, starke Stimmung, Bühne, Branchentalk – plus ein ausführliches Interview mit Peter Hamacher (Hamacher Hotels & Resorts) über das Carossa auf Mallorca, das Dolomiten Golf Resort mit 36 Löchern und Pläne rund um Platz-Renovierung und Family-Camps. Zum Schluss: Tops & Flops – inklusive Baby-News bei Nicolai von Dellingshausen. Highlights Pebble Beach im Starkregen: Morikawas Sieg, Schlüsselmomente und warum 18 dort selten „freundlich“ ist LET in Riad: Einordnung des Turniers, deutsches Abschneiden und der Blick Richtung Thailand HotelPlanner Tour in Fancourt: Wetterchaos, Ernie Els im Feld, deutsche Bilanz im Check Hanse Golf 2026: Messe-Eindrücke, Community-Momente und was auf der Extrafolge-Schiene kommt Reise-Talk mit Hamacher: Carossa (Mallorca), Dolomiten Golf (36 Löcher) und Investitionen in die Fairways LIV Adelaide & Anthony Kim: Die Runde diskutiert das Comeback-Narrativ und die Wucht der Bilder

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Josh Richter, Senior VP of Golf at Boyne Resorts, chats the Michigan golf scene, PGA Show, Bourbon & MoreIn this engaging conversation, Cal and Josh Richter, Senior VP of Golf at Boyne Resorts, discuss the vibrant golf scene in Michigan, the unique experiences offered at Boyne Resorts, and the significance of the PGA Show. They explore the evolution of golf culture, the importance of community and relationships in the industry, and the exciting future of golf at Boyne. The conversation also touches on the intersection of bourbon and golf, highlighting the camaraderie and enjoyment that both bring to life.Apparel for the show provided by turtleson. Be sure to check them out online for the new season lineup at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://turtleson.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Thanks to Fantasy National Golf Club for providing the stat engine for the show. They can be found at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.fantasynational.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Neat Glass. Be sure to check out The Neat Glass online at ⁠⁠⁠⁠theneatglass.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ or on Instagram @theneatglass for an improved experience and use discount code: bb10 to receive your Birdies & Bourbon discount. Thank you for taking the time listen to the Birdies & Bourbon Show for all things PGA Tour, golf, gear, bourbon and mixology. Dan & Cal aim to bring you entertaining and informative episodes weekly. Please help spread the word on the podcast and tell a friend about the show. You can also help by leaving an 5-Star iTunes review. We love to hear the feedback and support! Cheers. Follow on Twitter & Instagram (@birdies_bourbon)

Niurka Garcia Linton, director of sales for Riu Hotels & Resorts in Jamaica, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about the company's seven properties in Montego Bay, Negril and Ocho Rios, including adults-only and family resorts. She also discusses how Riu reopened all seven hotels quickly after Hurricane Melissa, extended complimentary stays to stranded guests before reopening, and demonstrated strong leadership and staff resilience during recovery. For more information, visit www.ALGVacations.com  and www.algvacations.com/OneLoveJamaica.  All our Insider Travel Report video interviews are archived and available on our Youtube channel  (youtube.com/insidertravelreport), and as podcasts with the same title on: Spotify, Pandora, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Listen Notes, Podchaser, TuneIn + Alexa, Podbean,  iHeartRadio,  Google, Amazon Music/Audible, Deezer, Podcast Addict, and iTunes Apple Podcasts, which supports Overcast, Pocket Cast, Castro and Castbox. 

Matt, like many of us, likes a holiday where there's plenty to do, that's why he's sharing his love of Disney World with us on this episode.Find out why he and his wife bought in to DVC (Disney Time Share) and if their only reason for having kids, was to walk them down Main Street USA.Plus, details of how to do a day trip to Kennedy Space Centre from Disney without a car. and Mickey has a new boss.Resorts/attractions/restaurants mentioned: Grand Floridian/Riviera/Living With The Land/Big Thunder Mountain/Homecomin/Crystal Palace

Steve Carran & David Millili sit down with Mark Harmon, Founder of Auberge Resorts Collection, on this episode of The Modern Hotelier.From studying law at Princeton and UC Law to becoming one of the most influential leaders in luxury hospitality, Mark shares how he transitioned from Silicon Valley attorney to visionary hotel developer behind some of the most iconic boutique resorts in the world.Mark also shares his philosophy on leadership, empathy, innovation, and why hospitality is ultimately about creating meaningful experiences — not just rooms.In this episode, we explore:How Auberge Resorts redefined luxury hospitalityWhy 50-room hotels can be wildly profitableThe power of design, real estate, and residential-style experiencesWorkforce housing challenges in resort marketsAdvice for the next generation of hospitality leadersWatch the FULL EPISODE on YouTube: https://youtu.be/luY77HXb6f0Links:Mark on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-harmon-2184851/Auberge Resorts: https://auberge.com/For full show notes head to: https://themodernhotelier.com/episode/250Follow 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.

Join Mike and Scott today as we answer your awesome Listener Questions! Today we have a quick discussion on the new CEO that will be leading the Disney company soon before we dive into the questions for the day! Then, hear about staying at Saratoga Springs Resort, resorts with the best pools/splash pads for toddlers, some romantic resorts for a honeymoon, and first trips without the kids! Come join the BOGP Clubhouse on our Discord channel at www.beourguestpodcast.com/clubhouse!  Thank you so much for your support of our podcast! Become a Patron of the show at www.Patreon.com/BeOurGuestPodcast.  Also, please follow the show on Twitter @BeOurGuestMike and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/beourguestpodcast.   Thanks to our friends at The Magic For Less Travel for sponsoring today's podcast!

In today's episode, David Millili and Steve Carran sit down with Ashley NeQuent, Director of Product Strategy at Jonas Hospitality, for an in-depth conversation about hotel tech, operations, and creating unforgettable guest experiences. We kick things off with a lightning round to get to know Ashley, then dive into her journey from working at a small resort in upstate New York to leading product strategy for one of the biggest names in hospitality tech. Along the way, Ashley shares:How mentorship and teamwork shaped her early career in hotelsMoving from front desk to tech leadership in hospitalityThe power of unified tech stacks and breaking down siloed hotel systemsUsing data to personalize guest experiences without losing the human touchWatch the FULL EPISODE on YouTube: https://youtu.be/NKlc9_j_AQc Links:Ashley on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleybooton/Jonas Hospitality: https://www.jonashospitality.com/Jonas Hospitality on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/jonas-hospitality/For full show notes head to: https://themodernhotelier.com/episode/249Follow 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.

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In this episode of The DVC Show, we're playing a Disney-style game of Never Have I Ever - DVC edition!Each of us came prepared with a list of things we've never done at Walt Disney World or as DVC Members... and let's just say some of these confessions might surprise you. From rides we've skipped and restaurants we've somehow missed, to resorts we've never stayed at - we're laying it all out there.You'll hear why we haven't done them, what other panelists think, and whether it's finally time to check them off our Disney bucket lists.

Traveling to Walt Disney World with a family of five can be challenging—especially when it comes to choosing the right resort. In this episode, we break down the best Walt Disney World resort options designed to comfortably accommodate families of five, without sacrificing convenience or value.

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Jen Psaki rounds up the myriad conspiracy theories and random ideas that Donald Trump has his White House staff chasing down in a desperate effort to make himself feel better about his loss to Joe Biden in 2020, and to justify taking control of the election process going forward under the guise of keeping elections honest.Senator Mark Warner joins to discuss how far out of bounds the Trump administration is going in pursuit of Trump's election conspiracy fantasies.Rep. Jamie Raskin talks with Jen about the galling breaking news that Donald Trump has told Senator Chuck Schumer that he will release  billions in funds for infrastructure projects if Schumer will support naming a train station and an airport after him.Donald Trump is suing the IRS for $10 billion dollars over leaked tax records, essentially asking his White House acolytes to hand over the money. He offers his reassurances that the money, taxpayer dollars, will be donated to charity, a familiar promise to anyone who has paid attention to Trump's past lies and the fact that Trump's charity was shut down over fraud.Former Secretary of Homeland Security Jeh Johnson talks about Steve Bannon's threat that Donald Trump will surround polling stations with masked, armed ICE agents. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Our show today is being sponsored by Free Float Analytics, the only platform measuring board power, connections, and performance for FREE.Story of the Week (DR):Epstein: The tech brosReid Hoffman (2,658 Files)Bill Gates (2,592 Files)Peter Thiel (2,281 Files)Elon Musk (1,116 Files)Kimbal too (100+ files)Larry Page (314 Files)Sergey Brin (294 Files)Mark Zuckerberg (282 Files)Jeff Bezos (196 Files)Eric Schmidt (193 Files)Epstein: the lack of US-based corporate fallout MMHead of firm founded by Mandelson to quit after Epstein releasesBenjamin Wegg-Prosser, the chief executive of the lobbying firm co-founded with Peter Mandelson, has announced his resignation after information in the Jeffrey Epstein files detailed apparent links between the company and the convicted sex offender.‘Ignore It.' How the Elite Consoled Jeffrey Epstein Over His Crimes.A Revolt Inside Paul Weiss Over the Epstein Files Took Down Brad KarpOn Wednesday, an exclusive group of 10 or so Paul Weiss partners met unbeknown to their longtime chairman, Brad Karp, to discuss whether he could continue to lead the law firm.The partners, who manage the firm and refer to themselves as the “Deciding Group,” were grappling with the release of new emails suggesting Karp had a more extensive relationship with Jeffrey Epstein than they realized, including in the months before the convicted sex offender's death. Karp led one of the country's biggest law firms for 18 years and had survived a maelstrom less than a year ago when he struck a first-of-its-kind settlement with President Trump on his firm's behalf. He wouldn't survive a second controversy as the firm's leader. World Economic Forum investigates its CEO over Epstein linksCEO Borge BrendeWasserman Group CEO issues public apology after being mentioned in Epstein filesCasey WassermanPeter Attia, longevity doctor named in Epstein files, no longer listed on advisory board on sleep tech company's websiteBut still at CBS: but Bari Weiss hates cancel cultureElon Musk announces SpaceX's acquisition of AI startup xAIRecord-Breaking $1.25 Trillion ValuationGoal: Orbital AI Data CentersConsolidation of the "Muskonomy"DisneyJosh D'Amaro (Incoming CEO): Currently the Chairman of Disney Experiences (Parks and Resorts), D'Amaro will officially become CEO on March 18, 2026, following the Annual Shareholder Meeting. He is a 28-year Disney veteran credited with driving the $36 billion revenue growth in the parks segment.Disney's next CEO often dresses like Bob Iger. Is it a good idea to copy your boss's style?Dana Walden (New President & CCO): In a historic move, Walden (formerly Co-Chair of Disney Entertainment) has been named President and Chief Creative Officer. Reporting directly to D'Amaro, she will oversee the creative direction of the entire company, ensuring brand consistency across all storytelling platforms.Same Old Disney: Woke Exec Elevated to Top Position as ‘Head Storyteller'Bob Iger (Senior Advisor): Iger will step down as CEO on March 18 but will remain as a Senior Advisor and Board Member until his formal retirement on December 31, 2026, to ensure an "orderly transition."PayBase SalaryTarget BonusAnnual EquityOne-Time AwardTotal Year 1Josh D'Amaro$2.5M$6.25M$26.25M$9.7M$44.7MDana Walden$3.75M$7.5M$15.75M$5.26M$32.26MGoodliest of the Week (MM/DR):DR: Judge rules Texas anti-ESG law is unconstitutionalMM: 38% of Companies' Emissions Trajectories Are Aligned with Global Climate Goals: MSCIAssholiest Triggeringiest of the Week (MM):Nike among the first targeted by EEOC for DEI activity DRThe charge: Specifically, on May 24, 2024, EEOC Commissioner (now Chair) Andrea R. Lucas issued Charge No. 551-2024-04996, alleging that Respondent NIKE may have violated Title VII “by engaging in a pattern or practice of disparate treatment against White employees, applicants, and training program participants in hiring, promotion, demotion, or separation decisions (including selection for layoffs); internship programs; and mentoring, leadership development, and other career development programs.”This is crazy to me: EEOC counsel signatory GWENDOLYN YOUNG REAMS - a black woman who signed off on this lawsuit was the subject of an entire article on the amazing power of Title VII for the civil rights movement in July of 2024. Reams has been at EEOC since 1972, and Biden made her acting general counsel.Trump took over, appointed Andrea Lucas as chair who DEMOTED Reams to Associate General Counsel to make room for Catherine Eschbach, a Federalist Society who has SIX YEARS EXPERIENCE AT A LAW FIRM who got her Bachelor's in 2010 and her law degree in 2015 (a whole 10 years experience!), but had this to say upon her appointment: “President Trump made clear in his executive order on eliminating DEI that EO 11246 had facilitated federal contractors adopting DEI practices out of step with the requirements of our Nation's civil rights laws and that, with the rescission of EO 11246, the President mandates federal contractors wind those practices down within 90 days. As director, I'm committed to carrying out President Trump's executive orders, which will restore a merit-based system to provide all workers with equal opportunity.”All the other lawyers signing were white, and I can only guess Reams had no choice but to sign unless she decided to do MLK dirty 60 years after seeing him in collegeBut literally, the EEOC discriminated against a black lawyer who was in charge to put white lawyers in charge to bring discrimination cases against companiesNOT TO MENTION, here is Nike's workforce composition in 2024:57% white, 50% male overall65% white, 55% males for management77% white, 62% male for leadershipThe EEOC workforce demographics as of 2022, when it was WOKEST:60% white, 56% maleNIKE IS WHITER THAN THE EEOC FROM MANAGEMENT UPBlackrock and every Wall Street bank that quit Net Zero AllianceRather than sticking it out and fighting, knowing that you were correct and legally able to invest however you wanted and associate with anyone you wanted, you all cowered when Texas passed the first law saying you “discriminate against” fossil fuels and generated an arbitrary “black list”Now, this: Texas anti-ESG law declared unconstitutional by US judgeIn a decision made public on Wednesday, U.S. District Judge Alan Albright said the law violated First Amendment free-speech protections because it punished businesses for speaking about fossil fuels and associating with organizations that oppose fossil fuels.First Amendment! The very first one! You didn't even have to read ALL the amendments to figure out which Stewardship whiningThe UK Investment Association stewardship working group, a group that included Aegon, BlackRock, Fidelity, M&G, Schroders, Artemis, CCLA, Legal and General, and Royal London Asset Management, put out a paper: Realigning Stewardship: Delivering sustainable value through StewardshipThe group wants you to know some things about stewardship, specifically:Stuff happening in the future is too far away for us to care now: “The need for realism over what stewardship can achieve – There are potential time horizon trade-offs between achieving real world outcomes on sustainability themes such as climate change and delivering financial returns to clients. These trade-offs need to be actively considered. Additionally, there are concerns that targeted sustainability goals may not always be realistic, and that government and other stakeholders may have developed unrealistic expectations of stewardship's capacity to deliver systemic change.”Translation: if we actually invested for climate and were stewards of climate in our portfolios given that climate change will totally fuck up everything we know and invest in, we'd have to give up on, like, AI and oil and stuff… we can't really do that because there's too much money and stonks and rockets and whatever, so we'll give up on climate, but just like, for NOW, later we'll fix it by asking nicelyDespite historically having voted 96% in favor of virtually EVERYTHING: “There is an undue focus on voting as a barometer of good stewardship, which does not reflect the role of all stewardship mechanisms.”Translation: we get no credit for talking about this for a decade and voting for everything - like, NONE. Stewardship teams are seen as cost centers, not alpha generation. But we should get credit for talking about stuff in the hopes that things change over a long period of time.We are poor: “There are different costs associated with the process of stewardship for both investors and companies, who have finite resources.”Translation: I mean, PLENTY of resources for CEO pay that outstrips inflation and massive AI investments to displace workers and stuff, but you know… poor.OMG, stop whining… the vote IS THE MECHANISM YOU'VE NEVER USED! Your owners WANT YOU TO and you vote with management at a higher rate than people in the US believe in the moon landing!Headliniest of the WeekDR: The meritocracy is officially a lie: Elon Musk's hiring advice: 'Don't look at the résumé — just believe your interaction'DR: It's official, we are right about everything: Disney's Bob Iger achieves an essential feat for outgoing CEOs: giving his successor a clean slateMM: Hillary Clinton wants testimony on Jeffrey Epstein in public: 'Let's stop the games'MM: My neighborhood is pushing back against sidewalk delivery robots. The fight's coming to your town nextPicture of the week from inside a Cracker Barrel, which is getting its mojo back:Who Won the Week?DR: The Epstein Bros (see Matt's winner)MM: White men (again) - I am already filing a lawsuit against that girl in high school who wouldn't make out with me for discriminating against white men with ugly glasses and long noses. It's racism of the highest order.PredictionsDR: The best we can hope for are shareholder derivative lawsuits against boards who failed to oversee the "reputational risk” of their Epstein tech bro directors and CEOs. MM: When I saw this: Elon Musk says it's hard to convince engineers with families to move to SpaceX's 'technology monastery' in Texas, it was clear: Elon Musk will re-reincorporate SpaceX in a really nice suburb somewhere near or around San Francisco in an effort to re-re-rehire talent (who may actually have families), after which a single white man who moved to Texas to join SpaceX will sue the company for discrimination against single white men who move to Texas, forcing Musk to re-re-reincorporate in Texas again.

I am excited to chat with Greg Davis on the game of life we call Chess and how to get to your Checkmate. Greg holds numerous certifications, is retired as an award-winning professor of accounting at the prestigious University of Illinois and senior finance executive at Hershey Entertainment & Resorts, the world-renowned entertainment company based in Hershey, PA. With a unique perspective, he has been successful in both the corporate world and in academia. Greg currently lives in Philadelphia with his wife, Abby, of 34 years and enjoys spending time with family and doing activities together with Abby. Greg enjoys bicycling and walking around the city. True to the name of his book, CHECKMATE, Greg also plays a lot of chess. He also enjoys sharing his knowledge of personal finance and retirement by writing articles as a freelance writer. #communication #checkmate #chessconnect with sifu sifurafael.com

In this episode of Masters of Moments, Jake Wurzak sits down with Kurt Alexander to unpack how Omni Hotels has built a differentiated hospitality platform by staying deeply rooted in ownership, operations, and long-term thinking. Kurt shares his unconventional path from accounting and investment banking into hotel operations, including the formative experience of working every frontline role at Omni early in his career. The conversation explores why hospitality is fundamentally about people, how ownership mindset shapes better decision making, and what it takes to build hotels that feel both authentic to their destination and durable over decades. They discuss: Kurt's transition from finance into hospitality and the lessons learned from working in frontline hotel roles Why Omni's owner-operator model drives better operational, design, and capital allocation decisions How in-house design, construction, and food and beverage teams create differentiated guest experiences The role of programming, amenities, and experiences in winning group, leisure, and business travel What Omni has learned from joint venture partnerships, challenging deals, and long-term capital stewardship Links: Kurt on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/wkurtalexander/ Omni Hotels & Resorts - https://www.omnihotels.com/ Connect & Invest with Jake: Follow Jake on X: ⁠https://x.com/JWurzak⁠ 1 on 1 coaching with Jake: ⁠https://www.jakewurzak.com/coaching⁠ Learn How to Invest with DoveHill: ⁠https://bit.ly/3yg8Pwo⁠ Topics: (00:00:00) - Intro (00:02:48) - From finance to frontline (00:05:37) - The calling of hospitality (00:09:49) - Omni's unique ownership model (00:17:07) - Design and construction innovations (00:27:18) - Programming for group and leisure travelers (00:34:08) - Competing in the hospitality industry (00:37:25) - Omni's brand identity and signature experiences (00:39:12) - Independent positioning of Omni Hotels (00:39:48) - Leveraging loyalty and unique experiences (00:41:04) - In-house culinary expertise and challenges (00:43:45) - Balancing culinary innovation and simplicity (00:45:46) - Adapting to market demands in f&b (00:52:06) - Creating a culture of ownership and excellence (00:55:52) - Incentivizing leadership and sales teams (00:58:33) - Omni's business model and financial strategy (01:02:15) - Lessons from jv partnerships (01:05:01) - Navigating challenges and learning from mistakes (01:07:31) - The importance of long-term thinking in hotel investments (01:09:37) - Favorite hotels and closing remarks

Dennis Grunden, vice president-hotel programs for Internova Travel Group, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at last week's Internova PLUS conference at the Gleneagles Hotels in Scotland about Internova's hotel collections. Grunden details how Internova's three curated hotel programs—SELECT Hotels & Resorts (luxury), CURATED Hotels & Resorts (lifestyle) and the Worldwide Hotel Program (value-driven)—help affiliated luxury travel advisors find the perfect place to stay for their high-end clients. For more information, visit www.internova.com. All our Insider Travel Report video interviews are archived and available on our Youtube channel (youtube.com/insidertravelreport), and as podcasts with the same title on: Spotify, Pandora, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Listen Notes, Podchaser, TuneIn + Alexa, Podbean,  iHeartRadio,  Google, Amazon Music/Audible, Deezer, Podcast Addict, and iTunes Apple Podcasts, which supports Overcast, Pocket Cast, Castro and Castbox.

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More Sigma Derby is coming, tourism continues to drag, Immersive Van Gogh and Don't Tell Mama are closing, Circa is adding rooms... The post FHBM #993: All Fired Up first appeared on Five Hundy By Midnight.

Send us a message!Condo-hotels and resort-style properties sit in a tricky middle ground. They are not traditional hotels, but they are not quite vacation rentals either. Many still run on hotel tech stacks, charge hotel-style commissions, and operate with hotel-era assumptions.Meanwhile, guests are increasingly searching on vacation rental channels, homeowners are asking why they cannot find their units online, and off-site managers charging half the commission are pulling inventory away. In our February First-of-the-Month bonus episode, we sit down with Emmanuel Lavoie, CEO of Jetstream, to unpack why so many condo-hotels and resort operators still resist distribution on channels like Airbnb and Vrbo, what it really takes to service this category well, and how AI is starting to reshape channel management.Episode Chapters:01:17 - Leaving a 10-year engineering career for travel tech03:33 - How a Canadian OTA accidentally became a channel manager9:43 - Why resorts still hesitate to embrace Airbnb and Vrbo12:00 - What full-service channel management actually includes13:42 - Why a $10 billion company chose service over cheaper tech15:18 - Off-site managers are winning the homeowner battle16:56 - The challenge of selling non-unique inventory on Airbnb24:12 - Why one listing with 300 reviews beats 50 identical listings30:42 - Building an AI-powered guest communication system35:27 - Using AI for listing content creation at scale38:21 - Empowering frontline teams as AI champions42:09 - The human side of AI disruption44:02 - Where Jetstream is heading nextConnect with Emmanuel:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmanuel-lavoie-5b89b924/ Website: https://jetstreamtech.io/ ✨ Exclusive Offer to Alex & Annie Listeners:Streamline your short-term rental operations with Hostfully.Mention the Alex & Annie Podcast when you sign up and get free onboarding ($1000 value).

In this episode, we're sharing our favorite all-inclusive resort in Mexico and why it keeps topping our list. From the vibe and amenities to the food, service, and little details that make it stand out, we break down what makes this resort special and who it's best for. If you've been dreaming of a stress-free getaway where everything is handled the moment you arrive, this episode is your inside scoop. To get in touch with a Travel Advisor from Marvelous Mouse Travels to plan your next vacation email them at: In this episode, we're sharing our favorite all-inclusive resort in Mexico and why it keeps topping our list. From the vibe and amenities to the food, service, and little details that make it stand out, we break down what makes this resort special and who it's best for. If you've been dreaming of a stress-free getaway where everything is handled the moment you arrive, this episode is your inside scoopIn this episode, we're sharing our favorite all-inclusive resort in Mexico and why it keeps topping our list. From the vibe and amenities to the food, service, and little details that make it stand out, we break down what makes this resort special and who it's best for. If you've been dreaming of a stress-free getaway where everything is handled the moment you arrive, this episode is your inside scoopColeen: coleen@marvelousmousetravels.comCharlene: charlene@marvelousmousetravels.com

Daniel and Jamie are on this episode, find out about their Disney engagement that EVERYONE knew was going to happen...even Donald Duck! Plus, their thoughts on the best character dining at Walt Disney World, and how many times they've visited Disneyland Paris.Plus, news on a new fancy afternoon tea at the Grand Floridian Resort, and find out who's performing at the Flower and Garden Eat To The Beat at EPCOT.Resorts/restaurants/attractions mentioned: Chef Mickeys/Satu'li Canteen/Big Thunder Mountain/Webslingers/French Quarter/Riviera

Regional casino resorts don't win anymore by adding square footage — they win by designing experiences that keep guests longer and spending more. That's the focus of this episode of #NoVacancyNews. I'm joined by Kelly Devine, Principal and Partner, and Emily Marshall, Principal and Interior Design Leader at HBG Design, and guest host Dr. Suzanne Bagnera to talk about the evolution of regional gaming resorts and what operators should be paying attention to right now. We use Gun Lake Casino Resort in Michigan as the case study, breaking down how design decisions directly affect length of stay, guest behavior, operational efficiency, and profitability. This isn't about pretty spaces for Instagram — it's about building resorts that actually perform. What stood out to me is how intentionally HBG starts with operations first. They design the engine before the body, which explains why these projects drive measurable business results instead of just visual impact. We cover:

Kevin Kennon is an architect who has designed some impressive and even iconic buildings around the world. But he has a new endeavor: building luxury eco resorts in remote places using cutting edge green technologies. Lots of us are trying to build something, whether it's a private equity company, development company, brokerage, or our own real estate business. Kevin is doing it right alongside us and he has some great insights about what he's going through to build his dream.Connect with Kevin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinkennonarchitect/ Email Jonathan with comments or suggestions:podcast@thesourcecre.comOr visit the webpage:www.thesourcecre.com*The audio of this podcast is never generated by AI. However, some of the show notes and images may have been generated using AI tools.

Happy Friday, everyone! Today, Mike, Pam & Rikki are here with another edition of the Disney Parks Stock Watch! What experiences within the Disney Theme Parks & Resorts are trending in the right direction (stock up!) and what experiences are trending down right now (stock down!)? From hotels to characters to discounts and even runDisney, we have some ideas! Please share your thoughts over on the Discord channel at www.beourguestpodcast.com/clubhouse. We hope you enjoy today's podcast!  Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodcast.com.  Thank you so much for your support of our podcast! Become a Patron of the show at www.Patreon.com/BeOurGuestPodcast. Also, please follow the show on Twitter @BeOurGuestMike and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/beourguestpodcast.   Thanks to our friends at The Magic For Less Travel for sponsoring today's podcast!

In this podcast, Jonathan and Gary sit down with Rob Goldstein, a legend in the gaming industry. Goldstein shares his remarkable journey of over 30 years, primarily with the Sands Group, starting from an unexpected childhood experience that led him to a career in gaming and hospitality. He discusses his East Coast beginnings, his father's gambling habits, and his transition from law school to the forefront of the gaming industry. The conversation highlights Goldstein's instrumental role in the development of Las Vegas, including significant milestones like collaborating with Sheldon Adelson on the creation of the Venetian and Palazzo, the value of themes in hotels, outsourcing food and beverage operations, and non-gaming revenue. Goldstein also speaks about his future plans as he looks forward to new ventures after announcing his departure from Sands.

Wondering when to book your dream vacation to get the best value? In this episode of All Things Travel, hosts Ryan and Julie break down the real cost differences between peak season and off-season travel—and the savings might surprise you.Travel advisors Ryan and Julie, co-owners of Wonder and Beyond Travel, analyze three popular vacation types to show you exactly how much you can save by adjusting your travel dates. They compare actual pricing for peak versus shoulder season travel, helping you make informed decisions about when to book your next adventure.What You'll Learn:The true definition of peak season, off-season, and shoulder season travelAdvantages and disadvantages of traveling during different times of yearReal price comparisons for three popular vacation stylesHow the academic calendar drives pricing at family destinationsWhy hurricane season affects Caribbean and Alaska cruise pricingTips for maximizing savings on cruises, European tours, and all-inclusive resortsFeatured Destination Comparisons:Alaska Cruise - Celebrity Cruises 7-night Inside Passage (savings up to $1,300+ per couple)Ireland Adventure - 8-9 night guided tour including Dublin, Blarney Castle, Cliffs of Moher, and more (savings up to $2,000 per couple)All-Inclusive Resort - Sandals Royal Bahamian with club-level perks (savings strategies and hurricane season considerations)Ryan and Julie discuss important trade-offs to consider, including weather conditions, crowd levels, resort refurbishments, and availability of attractions and restaurants during off-peak times. They also share how flexibility with travel dates—especially for all-inclusive vacations—can significantly impact your bottom line.Whether you're planning a cruise, international adventure, or beach getaway, this episode gives you the tools to balance your budget with your vacation priorities and find the perfect time to travel for your family.Support the showLove the podcast? Help us continue to create great travel content by supporting the show. You can do that here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1197029/supporters/new Ready to plan your vacation? Most families are confused and overwhelmed when planning a vacation. We work with you to plan a trip perfect for your family. Saving you time, money, and stress! Visit our website www.allthingstravelpodcast.com and click on "Plan Your Next Vacation" Join the travel conversations and the fun in our Facebook Page and Instagram Page! Please share the show with your travel buddies!! Click this link and share the show! Never miss an episode and help us take you to the top with us by following and leaving a 5-Star review on your favorite podcasting app!

What does it take to create a truly special short-term rental? Maybe you want to create a boutique hotel or even a micro-resort. In today's episode, I'm talking with property owner Ian Joseph about the development of his hospitality group and West Virginia stays. We also dive into his background in both commercial banking and real estate development, and how he has combined these interests with his love for hosting to create a unique personal brand. Time-stamps:Get to know Ian Joseph (1:37)Investing in West Virginia (3:30)See the value where others might not (7:48)Overcoming doubt and managing risk (10:30)Acquiring properties with a banking background (17:57)Short-Term Rental Acquisition Checklist (28:22)Building relationships with local communities (29:14)Finding the land and developing a micro-resort (33:15)From residential to commercial real estate (39:09)Building a personal brand from a wide range of experience (43:20)Be the best in your brand and market (47:03)Mentioned in This Episode:Short-Term Rental Acquisition Checklist: brandandmarket.myflodesk.com/str-acquisition-checklist“The War of Art” by Steven Pressfield: a.co/d/a9eH8xsConnect with Ian: Instagram: instagram.com/ijoseph09Email: ian@staywithbranch.comStay with Branch on Instagram: instagram.com/staywithbranchThe Billy Motel on Instagram: instagram.com/thebillymotelSign up for the Stay with Branch email list to receive $50 off your first stay in Berkeley Springs: staywithbranch.comConnect with Ali: Website: brandandmarket.coInstagram: instagram.com/brandandmarket.coBook a discovery call with Ali: brandandmarket.17hats.com/p#/scheduling

On this episode of GMH Hotels with Sarah Dandashy and Steve Turk, as they break down four major developments shaping where lodging and travel are headed in 2026. They start with Outsite's new private-equity backing, a big vote of confidence in social extended stays and flexible work-travel lifestyles. Then they explore Google's latest push into AI-powered travel planning and how big tech continues to encroach on discovery and booking channels. From luxury pipeline news, they look at The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts' third hotel addition since its IPO, signaling strength in high-end hospitality. Finally, they discuss the Sphere Entertainment Co. National Harbor's impact on meetings, events, and destination demand. And of course, it wouldn't be GMH without this week's Unhinged Story: a Delta Air Lines passenger who literally plugged in a curling iron mid-flight and proceeded to style her hair section by section. Connect with Skift LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/skift/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ WhatsApp: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaAL375LikgIXmNPYQ0L/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/skiftnews⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/skiftnews/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Threads: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.threads.net/@skiftnews⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Bluesky: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/skiftnews.bsky.social⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/skift⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@SkiftNews⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and never miss an update from the travel industry.

What if the best strategies to grow your dog daycare or boarding business weren't even in the pet industry? In this episode, Fern opens the door to a whole new way of thinking by pulling proven ideas from unexpected places—like hospitality, fitness, restaurants, software, and retail. He shares how these industries handle things like onboarding, consistency, automation, and customer loyalty—and how you can borrow their systems to improve your own operations and client experience.You'll learn why treating pet parents like hotel guests, thinking like a gym when it comes to retention, and using tech like a software company can seriously boost your business. If you've ever felt stuck doing things the same way as everyone else in pet care, this episode will shake that up. Fern's goal is simple: help you see beyond the familiar and tap into smart, actionable ideas that are already working elsewhere. Curious which industry you should be paying more attention to? Give it a listen.

What's the Best Disney Vacation Club Resort in 2026? We asked YOU, the DVC Fan community, and now it's time to reveal the results! In this episode, the team shares their personal top DVC picks, dives into your comments, and counts down the top 5 resorts based on your votes. Some choices surprised us... and one resort took the crown for 2026! Tune in for friendly debate, bold opinions, and all the DVC magic.

Downtown Las Vegas Events Center closing outrage, Mary J Blige residency, Metallica rumors, Caesars Palace renovations and the end of the Atari Hotel dream The post FHBM #992: Extreme Times and Whatnot first appeared on Five Hundy By Midnight.

Stephen Grootes speaks to Rob Rose, editor at Currency and author of "Steinheist” about the five-year jail sentence handed down in the Steinhoff fraud case, where a fake R376 million invoice exposed the mechanics of the corporate scandal. In other interviews, Glenn Stutchburry, Operations Director at Legacy Hotels and Resorts chats about Alto234 Bar at the top of The Leonardo, South Africa’s highest restaurant, and how its panoramic views of Sandton and Johannesburg define the experience. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.    Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show Listen live Primedia+ weekdays from 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) to The Money Show with Stephen Grootes broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/7QpH0jY or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/PlhvUVe Subscribe to The Money Show Daily Newsletter and the Weekly Business Wrap here https://buff.ly/v5mfetc The Money Show is brought to you by Absa     Follow us on social media   702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702   CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/Radio702 CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's time again for our annual Las Vegas wishes for the new year. We revisit last year's wishes and look ahead to share our upcoming hopes and dreams The post FHBM #991: New Year, New Wishes first appeared on Five Hundy By Midnight.

We've got drunken listener calls, the return of a couple closed restaurants, spousal spite gambling and so much more The post FHBM #990: Handhelds first appeared on Five Hundy By Midnight.