Expanding Horizons: European Hotel Growth and Travel Trends 2024

In this episode, we (Sarah Dandashy & Steve Turk) delve into the strategic expansions in Europe. Marriott International and IHG Hotels & Resorts each added about 100 new properties, reflecting robust growth in the hospitality sector. We also touch on Las Vegas' boost in tourism with significant rises in convention attendees and economic benefits from large-scale events. On the travel front, Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan is highlighted as 2024's top frequent flyer program, offering exceptional rewards. Additionally, we cover a peculiar incident on a United Airlines flight that was diverted due to a service dog's mishap, underscoring unexpected challenges in air travel. — Good Morning Hospitality is part of the Hospitality.FM podcast network and a Hospitality.FM Original. If you like this podcast, then you'll also love Behind The Stays with Zach Busekrus, which comes out every Tuesday & Friday, wherever you get your podcasts! This show is structured to cover industry news in travel and hospitality and is recorded live every Monday morning at 7 a.m. PST/10 a.m. EST. So make sure you tune in during our live show on our social media channels or YouTube and join the conversation live! Thank you to all of the Hospitality.FM Partners who help make this show possible. If you have any press you want covered during the show, fill out this form!