Hospitality Management: 7 Facebook Pages for Students to Follow by ECPI University

7 of the Best Facebook Pages for Hospitality Management Students to Follow!

According to the U.S. Travel Association, the U.S. travel industry generated $2.1 trillion in 2015. The photos of untouched landscapes and exotic hotels that pop up on social media are inspiring people to travel. New airlines are entering the game to capitalize on the demand; flights to anywhere are available at lower prices than ever before. While this is a great time to travel, it's also an opportune time to enter the hospitality field.

Studying hospitality management can lead to a career at the center of an exciting industry and can allow you to work almost anywhere. Just as important as a degree is the need to keep up with industry news and trends. These seven Facebook pages will keep you informed.

Hotelier Magazine

Hotelier Magazine’s Facebook page features news items from within the travel industry, with an emphasis on hotels. Many articles relate directly to hospitality management, discussing topics such as food and beverage in addition to lodging. News items can include new hotels, innovations, and business transactions. Follow them to learn the latest and best industry practices. They throw the occasional travel story into the mix too.

Lodging Magazine

Lodging Magazine provides the same type of articles that Hotelier does, but scanning their respective Facebook pages, you will rarely see any overlap. Lodging also likes to post links to interviews with hospitality experts. Follow their Facebook page along with Hotelier for a well-balanced understanding of the latest in the industry. The words of wisdom from long-time industry experts will give you a good indication of where the business is heading.

Skift

Skift is a company that deciphers travel trends for industry marketers and strategists. Its Facebook pages promises "global travel industry intelligence." Skift articles are analytical, targeted more toward those working in the travel industry than toward prospective travelers. For example, posts will talk about "How to Build a Low-Cost Brand," rather than how to travel at a low cost. They provide the information, analyze it, and turn it to a meaningful message that industry practitioners can use to make smart business decisions.

Travel Weekly

Travel Weekly is another trusted source for industry news. Its stories are not as deep and data-driven as those of Skift, but they cover a broader scope. Topics can include major acquisitions or losses amongst hotel chains, cruise lines, or airlines, as well as updates from the Federal Aviator Administration (FAA) and legislation that may impact travel. Follow their Facebook page to stay on top of current events that could directly or indirectly affect your industry and your business.

Marriott Careers

According to Skift, Marriott was the 11th largest travel company of 2014. They have over 4,000 properties in over 80 countries and continue to grow. The Marriott Careers Facebook page frequently posts about job openings throughout their various properties and a front desk position at a Marriott hotel is a great way to get entry-level, hands-on experience. In addition to job openings, you will find posts about industry practices and corporate culture.

The New York Times - Travel

With multiple posts daily, The New York Times - Travel Facebook page is teeming with stories and information that adventurers yearn for. More important than the popular dishes and destinations you will read about are the powerful stories that reveal the heart of a place. While these posts are not targeted directly toward hospitality management or even the travel industry, it is good to know what major travel publications are talking about and how they are inspiring prospective travelers.

National Geographic

Working in hospitality, you will regularly interact with people from all walks of life. Reading National Geographic’s posts will help make you a worldly and well-informed person. You will read heartfelt news stories from all over the world and learn how factors such as geo-politics and climate change affect us all. It is important to understand these issues when dealing with so many people and - more importantly - National Geographic will help you become sensitive to the plights of guests, partners, and colleagues from anywhere on the globe.

 

 

If you are enticed by the idea of working with travelers and making sure that they are comfortable while taking in the new world around them, a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Hospitality Management might be for you. Contact ECPI University today to learn about the program and how it can help you reach your career goals. It could be the Best Decision You Ever Make!

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