OTA Growth Slows, AI in STRs Rises, and the VC Tap Tightens
Good Morning Hospitality
04/14/25
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Today on Good Morning Hospitality, Michael Goldin, Brandreth Canaley, and Wil Slickers break down the latest headlines shaping travel and hospitality.
Morningstar slashes growth projections for online travel firms—what does this signal for Expedia Group, Airbnb, and Booking.com as summer nears?
We also look at SuiteOp’s $3M raise to bring AI tools to short-term rental operators. Is AI still a hot spot for investment, or a rare bright spot in a cooling market?
Finally, we dive into PhocusWire’s latest funding analysis, which shows fewer deals and a clear investor shift toward profitability.
It’s a must-listen for anyone tracking the future of travel tech, investment, and operations.
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Good Morning Hospitality is part of the Hospitality.FM Multi-Media Network and is a Hospitality.FM Original
The hospitality industry is constantly growing, changing, and innovating! This podcast brings you the top news and topics from industry experts across different hospitality fields. Good Morning Hospitality publishes three thirty-minute weekly episodes: every Monday and Wednesday at 7 a.m. PST / 10 a.m. EST and every Tuesday at 8 a.m. CET for our European and UK-focused content.
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GMO: KOA’s 2025 Report, Gen Z Goes RVing, & Guest-Host, Christine Taylor
April 10, 2025
•37m
On this week’s episode of Good Morning Outdoors, Alex Burkett holds down the fort while Matt Whitermore away at a conference, and we’re joined by a very special guest-host, Christine Taylor.
Chrissy brings a unique perspective to the show, with a background that spans campgrounds, compliance, and now law, as she wraps up her legal career at Goldberg Segalla.
We dive into the brand-new 2025 Kampgrounds of America, Inc. Report and what the data reveals about shifting consumer preferences in the outdoor space.
Then, we explore a new article from the RV Industry Association, highlighting how Millennials and Gen Z are reshaping the RV industry and pushing manufacturers and operators to adapt.
We also take a closer look at the Terramor Outdoor Resort brand, built by KOA, and how it’s blending luxury design with legacy campground roots.
Finally, we break down the latest SSI data showing a nearly 12% drop in retail RV registrations for February 2025—and what it could signal for the year ahead.
This one’s packed with insights for campground owners, RV pros, and anyone watching the outdoor hospitality space evolve in real-time.
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Good Morning Hospitality is part of the Hospitality.FM Multi-Media Network and is a Hospitality.FM Original
The hospitality industry is constantly growing, changing, and innovating! This podcast brings you the top news and topics from industry experts across different hospitality fields. Good Morning Hospitality publishes three thirty-minute weekly episodes: every Monday and Wednesday at 7 a.m. PST / 10 a.m. EST and every Tuesday at 8 a.m. CET for our European and UK-focused content.
Make sure to tune in during our live show on our LinkedIn page or YouTube every week and join the conversation live!
Explore everything Good Morning Hospitality has to offer:
• Well & Good Morning Coffee: Enjoy our signature roast—order here!
• Retreats: Join us at one of our exclusive retreats—learn more and register your interest here!
• Episodes & More: Find all episodes and additional info at GoodMorningHospitality.com
Thank you to all of the Hospitality.FM Partners that help make this show possible. If you have any press you want to be covered during the show, email us at goodmorning@hospitality.fm
Next Episode
GMH EU: Loyalty, Google Disruption & Alternative STR Revenue
April 15, 2025
•36m
Sarah Nan DuPre and Leo Walton return after co-hosting the Short Stay Summit to unpack takeaways from the conference, including the energy of a one-day show, the value of hyperlocal hospitality, and the shift toward tech-enabled guest experiences.
They also explore Airbnb’s new loyalty program via HotelTonight and debate whether it adds value or dilutes brand identity. Plus, they break down how Google’s tour and activity push could disrupt OTAs, and why alternative revenue streams—like upselling experiences—might help operators offset tightening margins.
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Good Morning Hospitality is part of the Hospitality.FM Multi-Media Network and is a Hospitality.FM Original
The hospitality industry is constantly growing, changing, and innovating! This podcast brings you the top news and topics from industry experts across different hospitality fields. Good Morning Hospitality publishes three thirty-minute weekly episodes: every Monday and Wednesday at 7 a.m. PST / 10 a.m. EST and every Tuesday at 8 a.m. CET for our European and UK-focused content.
Make sure to tune in during our live show on our LinkedIn page or YouTube every week and join the conversation live!
Explore everything Good Morning Hospitality has to offer:
• Well & Good Morning Coffee: Enjoy our signature roast—order here!
• Retreats: Join us at one of our exclusive retreats—learn more and register your interest here!
• Episodes & More: Find all episodes and additional info at GoodMorningHospitality.com
Thank you to all of the Hospitality.FM Partners that help make this show possible. If you have any press you want to be covered during the show, email us at goodmorning@hospitality.fm
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