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March 11, 2024

News to Know


Even as Lines Between Business and Leisure Travel Blur, Hoteliers Say Segmentation Is Key
(SOURCE: COSTAR)

A shift in consumer behaviors may lead some hoteliers to believe there are blurred lines within customer segmentation and that categories no longer serve a clear purpose. A group of hospitality experts, however, say that's not the case.

The traditional breakdown is business and leisure, which is further broken down into transient, corporate negotiated, group, wholesale and other.

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AVIATION

United Expands Global Network (TTR WEEKLY)

Fighting Fraud: Why AI Will Propel Airlines Towards a Profitable Future (AIRPORT TECHNOLOGY)

Airline Flights Appear to Be Having Problems But Pilot Says Flying Remains Safe (CBS NEWS)

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Replaces Dubai International as World’s Busiest Airport (ITTN)

HOSPITALITY

Marriott to Debut Autograph Collection in Hong Kong (4HOTELIERS)

AI Insights: Generative AI to Drive Personalization in Hotels (PHOCUSWIRE)

OTHER SECTORS

Uncertainty to Strategy: Navigating the Evolving Landscape of Business Travel Risk (BTN)

American Express GBT Launched New Integration to Streamline Spend Management (4HOTELIERS)

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GBTA WINiT
Accepting Applications for Fourth Cohort of GBTA WINiT 1:1 Mentoring

Application Deadline: April 12

GBTA WINiT 1:1 Mentoring is a six-month program that connects emerging business travel professionals with accomplished leaders from travel-related job roles for career guidance and support. This virtual mentorship program is global, and we’re now accepting applications for both mentors and mentees.

Whether you're a mentor or mentee, this is a rewarding experience where you can build a lasting industry connection – apply by April 12.

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Crisis24 Intelligence Brief

Canada and United States - Adverse winter weather forecast across parts of the northeast US and southeast Canada through March 11. Hazardous travel conditions likely.

Germany - German train drivers to strike nationwide March 12-13; widespread national, local, and international rail disruptions likely.

Germany - Lufthansa Airlines cabin crew to strike in Frankfurt, Germany, on March 12 and Munich on March 13. Flight disruptions likely.

Italy - Railway maintenance workers to strike across Italy March 13, rally at Piazza della Croce Rossa in Rome.

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