Hotel Brand -- Business Class

The technology allows hotels, cruise lines and resorts to take mesmerizing footage for marketing purposes.

Hyatt, NH Hotel Group, La Quinta Inns and Suites and Watermark Luxe Waterfront Cottages were chosen for their outstanding achievement, vision and leadership in technological innovation.

With the May 2018 deadline fast approaching, hotels must act now to ensure compliance with new regulations or face significant penalties.

According to the study, the review score is the second most important factor affecting consumer booking decisions after a hotel's rate.

By implementing one line of code, small to mid-size hotels can now offer guest check in, access to guest stay and check-out via their brand's website and mobile app.

Beginning in 2017, travelers will be able to make a reservation at any Hilton property without leaving the TripAdvisor website or mobile app.

Amazon Echo will be fully operational in all guest rooms by summer 2017.

Location, interactive content, and relevant information make a big difference to guest engagement.