On today’s episode of Good Morning Outdoors, Matt Whitermore and Alex Burkett cover some big moves in the outdoor and alternative accommodation space. Under Canvas Inc. has officially launched its new Outdoor Collection brand with the acquisition of The Fields of Michigan, marking a strategic expansion into uniquely local, nature-connected properties.

Over in Europe, HolaCamp has secured €10 million in funding to grow its outdoor lodging marketplace across the continent. Meanwhile, Harvest Hosts is rolling out a new RV ride-pooling feature—dubbed “RV Rides”—that could shake up transportation in the camping and RV world.

Horizon Outdoor Hospitality announced new management service offerings as they continue evolving their portfolio, and Pathfinder Ventures shared that their spring 2025 reservations are up 48% year-over-year across their Canadian RV communities.

And finally, if you’re planning a trip to the Grand Canyon, be prepared for a steep increase in camping fees, with rates set to rise more than 65% in 2025.

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In this week’s episode, Sarah and Leo discuss the latest developments shaping the European travel and hospitality industry. They explore the rise of outdoor hospitality with OlaCamp’s €10M raise, new EU travel regulations requiring fingerprints and facial scans, and what Google's AI updates mean for trip planning. The duo also unpacks the EU’s Digital Markets Act and its implications for Airbnb and Google, plus the sudden shutdown of business-stay platform Homelike. Packed with sharp insights and healthy cynicism, this episode looks at how regulation, innovation, and shifting traveler preferences are redefining the landscape.

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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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In this episode of Good Morning Hospitality, Brandreth Canaley and Michael Goldin dig into Airbnb’s first-ever discount program, quietly launched through HotelTonight. We explore what it means for pricing strategy, guest acquisition, and how it stacks up against OTA competition.

We also unpack key findings from Phocuswright’s new report on STR tech and distribution. Hosts are getting more strategic—adopting tech, leaning into direct bookings, and experimenting with AI—but challenges around costs, outsourcing, and alternative revenue streams remain.

As the STR landscape evolves, operators are making smarter moves to stay competitive. Let’s get into it!

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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!

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On this episode of Good Morning Outdoors, we kick things off with the collapse of Oculis Lodge, a once-hyped glamping project near Mount Baker that raised $1.2 million through crowdfunding and promised 35 luxury domes—but only ever delivered one. With the property now listed for sale, we unpack the fallout and lessons for the industry.

Next, Under Canvas Inc. announces a record $50 million internal investment to elevate the guest experience and expand with new locations in California and the Pacific Northwest.

We also cover Modern America Campgrounds’ new loyalty program, “Freedom Points,” and how it’s changing the game for customer engagement across its 31-park portfolio.

And finally, February RV shipments are up 6% year-over-year, with towables leading the way. We break down the numbers and what they mean for the year ahead in outdoor travel.

All that and more—this week on Good Morning Outdoors with Alex Burkett & Matt Whitermore.

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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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This week on GMH Hotel, Sarah Dandashy and Steve Turk dive into Marriott Hotels’ continued dominance in the branded residences space, with expansion focused on the Caribbean and Latin America. They also break down hotel leaders' current read on the economy, with steady demand holding strong despite looming recession chatter.

In travel, the hosts unpack fee hikes from United Airlines, Southwest Airlines’s controversial decision to drop free checked bags, and The Walt Disney Company’s $30 billion investment in new cruise ships and theme park tech. From loyalty perks to pricing strategies, this episode is packed with insight into where the hospitality and travel industries are headed.

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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!

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On this episode of Good Morning Hospitality, Wil Slickers, Brandreth Canaley, Michael Goldin, and Jamie Lane dig into Vrbo’s bold billboard campaign taking aim at Airbnb—and Airbnb’s sharp response in a recent Skift article. We explore what this marketing feud reveals about platform dynamics and traveler sentiment.

Jamie also unpacks the latest hotel and short-term rental data from his presentations at the Hunter Hotel Advisors Conference. From shifting demand toward rural markets and larger STRs to the pause in supply growth, we analyze the signals pointing to where the market is headed.

Plus, we break down key insights from Oxford Economics on macroeconomic headwinds, traveler behavior, and hotel performance trends.

It’s a data-packed conversation with real implications for anyone in hospitality.

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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!

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This week on Good Morning Outdoors, Alex Burkett and Matt Whitermore break down the biggest shifts in outdoor hospitality. Glamping is on fire, with projections pushing the market past $1.3 billion—major hotel brands are paying attention, and travelers are demanding more luxury in nature. The Campspot and Dyrt Awards just dropped, revealing what makes a top-tier campground in 2025.

Meanwhile, Congaree National Park has banned RVs indefinitely, citing fragile ecosystems and infrastructure concerns. With millions of Americans planning RV trips this spring, is this the start of a bigger trend?

Plus, the Yellowstone prequel 1923 unexpectedly taps into the rise of experiential hospitality.

From high-end camping to national park policies, we’ve got everything you need to know about the future of outdoor travel!

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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!

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In this episode of Good Morning Hospitality Europe, Leo and Sarah are joined by Andy Fenner, CEO of the Short Term Accommodation Association (STAA). They dive into key industry topics, including the upcoming Short Stay Summit in London, the importance of fair regulation in the UK’s short-term rental market, and the need for data-driven policymaking.

Andy shares insights on the economic benefits of STRs, how they can revitalize coastal communities, and why tourism legislation needs a broader perspective. The conversation also touches on Airbnb’s renewed push into experiences, with speculation on whether it will succeed this time around. Tune in for an engaging discussion on the evolving landscape of short-term rentals and what it means for operators across Europe.

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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:

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This week on Good Morning Hospitality, Wil Slickers, Michael Goldin, and Brandreth Canaley dive into the latest headlines shaping the industry. Booking Holdings (NASDAQ: BKNG) CFO explains why AI chatbots aren’t ready to take over online travel agencies, despite the hype.

Meanwhile, new details suggest Airbnb is making major changes to its Experiences platform—what’s driving the shift, and what does it mean for hosts and travelers?

Plus, a fresh look at the short-term rental landscape as Airbnb continues to dominate, raising questions about competition and the future of alternative accommodations.

Tune in for insights, analysis, and the conversations that matter in hospitality and travel.

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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!

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In this episode of Good Morning Outdoors, Matt Whitermore & Alex Burkett cover the latest in outdoor hospitality, including Northgate Resorts’s plans for a 200-acre luxury camping resort near Nashville and AutoCamp’s newest expansion into Sequoia. We also dive into The Dyrt’s 2025 Camping Report, uncovering key trends in RV travel, reservation habits, and pet-friendly camping. Plus, we break down the latest RV shipment forecasts and what they signal for the industry. Tune in for all the top stories shaping camping and glamping!

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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!

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