Hotels in 2024: Less for More

Event Industry Updates

Jun 05 2024 | 00:05:58

00:00 / 00:05:58

Show Notes

Why are hotel prices so expensive and perks so few? Take an in-depth look at one generic Marriott Hotel stay with US Event Photos lead photographer (and travel host) Mike Gatty. Hotel rates are up 20%, services are down. Fees — like parking — are added on. Restaurants remain limited. In-room amenities are lacking. Why has travel become worse in 2024?

Other Episodes

Episode 4

November 03, 2021 • 00:03:18

Covid & Events Episode 4

Mike examines the recent rise in COVID cases in California and what that may mean for events; loosening of restrictions on international travel.

Episode 0

January 11, 2022 • 00:03:15

Omicron Testing Alert!

According to the LA Times, it is possible to be infections with OMICRON before testing positive for the virus. Event planners should not rely...

Episode 0

March 03, 2022 • 00:03:29

IS IT OVER? How COVID Continues to impact events

With OMICRON infection rates plummeting across the country, US Event Photos Lead Photographer Mike Gatty takes a look at the event industry and travel...