Where Are They Now? Updates on the Hot 25 Travel Startups 2024
It has been two years since PhocusWire introduced the Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2024. As we prepare to unveil… Read More »
Global Travel Market to Reach $1.8T by 2027 as Digital Demand Grows
The global travel industry has fully recovered and returned to sustained growth, surpassing $1.6 trillion in gross bookings in 2024… Read More »
Trip.com COO Xing Xiong: Why Passion Matters in the AI Travel Era
Trip.com Group chief operating officer Xing Xiong made a rare public appearance at WiT’s 20th anniversary conference, sharing candid thoughts… Read More »
60% of U.S. Property Managers Expect Revenue Growth in 2026
U.S. short-term rental property managers remain cautiously optimistic about revenue growth in 2026, even as staffing, operational pressures and regulatory… Read More »
Weekly Travel Tech Briefing: SAP Concur, Amadeus, American Airlines & More
SAP Concur is expanding its AI-powered travel and expense tools with its Joule copilot and new Joule agents focused on… Read More »
Hotels Push ChatGPT Integrations as AI Search Becomes Bookable
Hotels are increasingly pushing their technology partners to integrate live rates and availability into AI-based search platforms such as ChatGPT,… Read More »
U.S. Travel Declines as Global Tourism Surges Amid Economic and Political Turmoil
While global tourism is booming, the United States is experiencing a worrying decline in international visitor spending and arrivals. According… Read More »
Fiesta Americana Mérida Marks 30 Years With Baharat Opening
Fiesta Americana Mérida is celebrating 30 years of hospitality excellence with the debut of Baharat: A Journey of Soul and… Read More »
Caribbean Resorts Redefine Luxury to Attract Gen Z Travelers
Caribbean resorts are reinventing their offerings to appeal to Generation Z travelers, who value authenticity, sustainability, and immersive cultural experiences… Read More »
Marriott Opens Moxy Tulum, Launches Global Bonus Points Offer
Marriott International has debuted its first Moxy Hotels property in Mexico with the opening of Moxy Tulum, located near the… Read More »
Condado Vanderbilt Hotel Completes Major Renovation in Puerto Rico
The historic Condado Vanderbilt Hotel in San Juan, Puerto Rico, has completed an extensive renovation of its guest rooms, suites,… Read More »
Lionel Messi’s MiM Hotels Joins The Meliá Collection in 2025
Meliá Hotels International and MiM Hotels have announced a strategic partnership that will see Meliá take over management of the… Read More »
MICHELIN Guide Launches Global Keys Ranking for World’s Top Hotels
One hundred twenty-five years after revolutionizing global dining, the MICHELIN Guide is once again redefining excellence—this time in the world… Read More »
Club Med Celebrates 75 Years With Global Openings and Renovations
Club Med, the pioneer of the all-inclusive resort concept, is celebrating its 75th anniversary with major global expansions, resort openings,… Read More »
Hilton Predicts 2026 as the Year of the Purposeful ‘Whycation’
Hilton’s 2026 Trends Report identifies a growing global shift toward purpose-driven travel, calling 2026 the year of the “whycation.” Based… Read More »
Hilton Debuts Outset Collection, Its 25th Lifestyle Brand
Hilton has unveiled its 25th brand, Outset Collection by Hilton, a new lifestyle brand designed to celebrate individuality and authenticity… Read More »
Wyndham Launches Dazzler Select, New Economy Franchise
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has introduced Dazzler Select by Wyndham, a new economy franchise concept designed for independent hoteliers who… Read More »
US Hotel Industry Sees Continued Decline in Occupancy and Rates
The U.S. hotel industry continues to show signs of weakness, posting negative year-over-year results for the week ending September 27,… Read More »
Iberostar Expands With New Hotels in Mexico and Zanzibar
Iberostar Hotels & Resorts has announced strong results for the first nine months of 2025, reporting an 8 percent increase… Read More »
Four Seasons Unveils Luxury Resort and Residences in Telluride
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts has announced plans for the Four Seasons Resort and Residences Telluride, marking the first new… Read More »
Posadas Empowers Mexican Communities Through Tourism Training
In celebration of the 20th anniversary of Fundación Posadas, the hospitality group is reaffirming its mission to make the world… Read More »
RIU Hotels & Resorts Debuts First Canadian Property in Toronto
RIU Hotels & Resorts has officially entered the Canadian market with the grand opening of RIU Plaza Toronto, marking a… Read More »