#90: 10 Best Boutique Hotels, Mercedes-Benz Skyscraper, Hotel Workers Strike | August Hospitality Hot Topics

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The Modern Hotelier is a dynamic podcast that explores the latest trends, challenges, and innovations in the hospitality industry. Hosted by Steve Carran and David Millili and featuring expert guest hosts, this show delivers insightful discussions on hot topics affecting hoteliers and travel professionals.

In this episode, "August Hospitality Hot Topics," Steve and David is joined by guest host Jasmine Seliga from Affixify and regular contributor David Millili.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• The resurgence of group business in the hospitality sector
• Projections for the hotel industry in 2025 and beyond
• Potential impacts of hotel worker strikes
• Innovative marketing through hotel-curated Spotify playlists
• Luxury car brands entering the hospitality space
• A surprising list of top boutique hotels in the United States

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Links:

Group Business expands in Q2: https://hotelbusiness.com/u-s-group-business-delivers-seven-consecutive-quarters-of-growth/
Looking ahead to 2025: https://www.costar.com/article/1741863595/why-2025-could-be-a-pivotal-year-for-us-hotels
Hotel workers going on strike: https://www.usatoday.com/story/travel/hotels/2024/08/14/travelers-expect-hotel-workers-strike/74741787007/
Hotel's Spotify Playlists: https://www.insidehook.com/travel/hotels-spotify-playlist-best-souvenir
Mercedes-Benz Skyscrapper: https://canada.constructconnect.com/dcn/news/usa/2024/07/miami-home-to-mercedes-first-branded-skyscraper-in-north-america
USA Today 10 Best Boutique Hotels: https://10best.usatoday.com/awards/travel/best-boutique-hotel-2024/

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