Europe Launches Initiative to Promote Responsible Travel – Image Credit European Travel Commission    The European Travel Commission has launched “Unlock an Unexpected Upgrade,” a global initiative to promote responsible travel across Europe, supported by 36 national tourism boards and industry partners. The European Travel Commission (ETC) has introduced a new initiative titled “Unlock an Unexpected […]

AI Takes Center Stage in Travel Personalization: Insights from Trip.com Group – Image Credit Trip.com    At ITB Asia 2025, held at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore, Trip.com Group shared its strategic insights into the future of travel, focusing on personalized experiences. As travelers increasingly seek customized journeys, the company is using AI-powered tools to redefine the […]

Garner Hotel Istanbul – Airport Arnavutköy – Image Credit IHG Hotels & Resorts    Garner Hotel Istanbul – Airport Arnavutköy – Image Credit IHG Hotels & Resorts    Garner Hotel Istanbul – Airport Arnavutköy – Image Credit IHG Hotels & Resorts    IHG Hotels & Resorts has opened its first Garner hotel in Türkiye, located 14 kilometers from […]

Budget Season: Understanding Revenue – By Dimitris Mittas and David Ordoñez – Image Credit Unsplash+    Dimitris Mittas, COO, Global Asset Solutions and David Ordoñez, hotel asset manager, Global Asset Solutions, address the importance of productivity in budget preparation Budget season is fast approaching, bringing with it the annual tension between hope, optimism, and hard reality. […]

Image Credit Priceline    Priceline’s 2026 “Where to Next?” report highlights emerging travel trends, emphasizing spontaneity, exploration, and the influence of younger generations on travel decisions. Priceline has released its 2026 “Where to Next?” Travel Trends Report, which outlines significant shifts in travel behaviors and preferences. The report, based on a combination of proprietary data and […]

From Clicks to Conversations: Sabre’s New Whitepaper Unveils the Future of Travel Commerce    Sabre Corporation introduces a whitepaper on agentic AI and conversational commerce, predicting a major transformation in the travel industry. Sabre Corporation, a leading technology provider for the global travel industry, has released a new whitepaper titled “Chat As the New Influencer: From […]

U.S. Travel Agencies Report $8.6 Billion in Air Ticket Sales in February 2025 – Image Credit Unsplash    September Demand Caps Off Record Third Quarter Sales and Passenger Trips oday, Airlines Reporting Corp. (ARC) released data showing U.S.-based travel agency air ticket sales totaled $8.7 billion in September 2025 — an 8% year-over-year increase and the highest monthly […]

Dinso Resort & Villas Ko Chang, – Image Credit IHG Hotels & Resorts    IHG Hotels & Resorts has opened Dinso Resort & Villas Ko Chang, a new property under its Vignette Collection, offering 162 rooms and villas on Klong Prao Beach in Thailand. IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the opening of Dinso Resort & […]

San Francisco experienced the most significant growth, with occupancy climbing by 11.8% to reach 80.2% and RevPAR soaring by 24.7% to $183.88. – Image Credit Unsplash    U.S. hotel occupancy dipped slightly, but average daily rates and revenue per available room showed modest increases. San Francisco and New York City led the charge with […]

Cambria Hotel Portland – Pearl District – Image Credit Choice Hotels    The Cambria Hotel Portland – Pearl District has opened, marking the only new hotel launch in Portland for 2025. The Cambria Hotel Portland – Pearl District has officially opened its doors, becoming the only new hotel to launch in Portland this year. Situated on […]