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| January 11, 2024 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
 AAHOA News
Today, Thursday, January 11, is National Human Trafficking Awareness Day, or #WearBlueDay.
AAHOA remains steadfast in its commitment to promoting awareness and educating our community on how to recognize and report suspected instances of human trafficking.
The global statistics on human trafficking are alarming, with an estimated 25 million to 40 million victims worldwide and approximately 50,000 new victims brought into the U.S. each year. The ongoing challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic have only intensified the vulnerability of at-risk populations.
Today for #WearBlueDay, we urge each member of our community to participate in this visible stand against human trafficking. Wearing blue is not just symbolic; it is a tangible demonstration of our collective commitment to eradicating this crime.
In our ongoing efforts to combat human trafficking, AAHOA offers BEST Inhospitable to Human Trafficking Training, Sponsored by AAHOA. This comprehensive, completely digital training is available free of charge to all AAHOA Members and their employees. By getting trained today, you are not only saving lives but also protecting your business.
To further amplify our commitment, take a look at this special video now available to watch on AAHOA's YouTube channel. This video highlights the importance of #WearBlueDay and showcases the efforts of our community in the ongoing fight against this issue.
AAHOACON24 is just 81 days away, and the excitement continues to build the closer we get! The Superbowl of the hospitality industry is taking place April 2-5 in Orlando, FL, and we don’t want you to miss out on the most electrifying event of the year.
With the largest trade show in the industry, exceptional keynote speakers, world-class educational offerings, and networking opportunities unlike any other, we’re preparing to take Orlando by storm. It's not just a get-together; it's a reunion of old pals and the chance to make a wave of new ones.
Furthermore, below are a few highlights and fun activities that we have at ICON Park, the location of the AAHOACON24 Block Party, that are FREE to all those who attend:
Take a look at the Important Deadlines page on the official AAHOACON24 website so you can mark your calendars and ensure you don’t miss anything!
Register today to secure your spot at the most unforgettable event in hospitality.
Join us in the vibrant city of New Orleans for the launch of AAHOA's newest and most exciting initiative, Helping Young Professionals Evolve (HYPE), hosted at Harrah's. This groundbreaking event marks the inception of a platform dedicated to empowering and nurturing the next generation of professionals in the hospitality industry.
Led by the dynamic duo of Dylan Patel and Tanmay Patel, the Young Professionals Director and esteemed members of the YP Committee, this inaugural event promises an immersive experience designed to elevate, educate, and empower young professionals in the field.
Prepare to be inspired as HYPE sets the stage for growth, learning, and invaluable networking opportunities, all against the backdrop of the vibrant city of New Orleans. Don't miss this chance to be a part of history in the making and chart your course toward a successful career in the hospitality industry with HYPE at Harrah's in New Orleans!
This event is FREE for AAHOA Lifetime and Annual Members! Click here to register! (Please login to your AAHOA account for your complimentary registration.)
AAHOA is pleased to announce a preferred partner arrangement with Apogee Travel, which markets unused hotel rooms through charities.
This revolutionary model results in new guests, lower commissions, and improved hotel profitability by empowering both guests and AAHOA members to support charities they feel passionate about.
AAHOA has negotiated preferred member pricing, and commissions are locked at 8% for 10 years for a limited number of properties – act now to lower your OTA commissions! The nationwide launch of Apogee is scheduled for Spring 2024. To join AAHOA in supporting AAHOA Silver Industry Partner Apogee Travel, visit the AAHOA Partners Portal online or email info@apogeetravel.com.
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Industry News
According to recently released data, U.S.-based hotels experienced an increase at the end of last year, with the industry adding approximately 6,300 new jobs in December, compared to adding just 1,000 in November.
(Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics) In a move expected to be adopted in other municipalities, hotel workers in the Southern Los Angeles city of Anaheim, CA, must now be equipped with panic buttons, and staff must be given additional safety training.
(Source: The Orange County Register) Today's Hotelier
In the Market
U.S. RevPAR +6.4% y/y Last Week, +11.8% vs. 2019. Easy Comp From NYE Calendar Shift But Softer Group
Truist Securities reports, “Overall U.S. RevPAR was +6.4% y/y for the week ending 1/6/2024, per STR, above the prior week's result of -9.7%, and above the trailing 10-week average of +1.3%. Versus 2019, RevPAR was +11.8%, below the prior week’s result of +20.8%, and below the trailing 10-week average of +15.0%. Last week's results were positively impacted by the calendar shift of New Year's Eve, whereas New Year's Eve was not in comparable 2023 results in the prior week. Other factors for the weekly results include a shift of CES in 2024 to the following week of January (negative to Las Vegas results) and 1/2-1/6 being a stronger leisure week due to school vacations. Upscale RevPAR: +5.1% y/y and -3.2% vs. 2019; Upper Midscale RevPAR: +1.8% y/y and +7.6% vs. 2019.”
For more, read the full report here, and read the China/Europe report here. |
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