PhocusWire Weekly Travel Tech Roundup: Amadeus, Meili, HTS & More
Here’s a look at this week’s major people, product, and partner developments shaping the global travel technology industry. Amadeus has… Read More »
Amadeus Posts 6% Revenue Growth and Boosts AI Investment in Q3
Amadeus reported group revenue of €1.6 billion for the third quarter of 2025, a 6.4% increase from €1.5 billion in… Read More »
Minor Hotels to Open Anantara Resort in Patagonia by 2028
Minor Hotels has announced plans to debut a new Anantara luxury resort in Ushuaia, Argentina—the southernmost city in the world…. Read More »
Airbnb Expands Beyond Stays as Experiences Surge
Airbnb’s expansion into experiences and services is paying off, with nearly half of all experiences booked in Q3 2025 made… Read More »
Expedia Expands OpenAI Partnership, Drives B2B Growth
Expedia Group is deepening its partnership with OpenAI while accelerating the use of artificial intelligence (AI) across its operations. During… Read More »
Tripadvisor Restructures, Cuts 20% of Staff to Focus on Experiences
Tripadvisor has announced a major global restructuring that will reduce its workforce by about 20%—around 450 employees—as it pivots toward… Read More »
Antigua and Barbuda Resorts Star in ‘The Golden Bachelor’ Finale
The Caribbean nation of Antigua and Barbuda will take center stage in the season finale of ABC’s hit reality show… Read More »
Mappa Unveils AI Voice Tech to Improve Hiring Decisions
Mappa is set to showcase its advanced AI voice analysis technology at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, offering a new approach to… Read More »
Sabre Q3 Revenue Rises to $715M on Strong Distribution Bookings
Sabre reported third-quarter 2025 revenue of $715 million, a 3% year-over-year increase driven by growth in air and hotel distribution… Read More »
Booking.com Pushes for Seamless, Friction-Free Travel
Booking.com is doubling down on its mission to create a “frictionless” travel experience, focusing on convenience and simplicity to attract… Read More »
Iberostar Opens New Luxury Resort in Mexico’s Riviera Maya
Iberostar Hotels & Resorts has announced the opening of the five-star, all-inclusive Iberostar Selection Riviera Cancun, located in Mexico’s Riviera… Read More »
Development, Luxury Demand Drive Marriott’s Q3 2025 Growth
Marriott International, Inc. reported strong third-quarter 2025 results, fueled by development expansion, rising demand for luxury hotels, and higher fee… Read More »
Sheraton Launches ‘Goodnight Moon’-Inspired Global Campaign
Sheraton Hotels & Resorts has unveiled a new global ad campaign inspired by the beloved children’s classic Goodnight Moon, blending… Read More »
Hyatt Halts Bookings at Jamaica Resorts After Hurricane Melissa
Hyatt Hotels & Resorts has temporarily suspended operations at its Hyatt Inclusive Collection properties in Jamaica following the impact of… Read More »
11 Passport-Free All-Inclusive Resorts for Americans
If you’re dreaming of a relaxing, all-inclusive getaway but want to skip the hassle of international travel, there are plenty… Read More »
Majestic Mirage Costa Mujeres Launches With 60% Soft Opening Savings
Luxury travelers will soon have a new Caribbean retreat to explore as Majestic Mirage Costa Mujeres – All-Suite Resort prepares… Read More »
Sandals Resorts Shares Safety Update After Hurricane Melissa
As Jamaica begins recovery efforts following Hurricane Melissa’s catastrophic Category 5 landfall this week, Sandals Resorts has confirmed that all… Read More »
Meliá Hotels Expands to Bahrain With First Middle East Resort
Meliá Hotels International has announced its first property in Bahrain, marking a significant milestone in the company’s expansion across the… Read More »
Photos and Videos Show Hurricane Melissa Damage to Jamaica Resorts
Hurricane Melissa made history as the strongest storm ever recorded in Jamaica, making landfall on October 28 as a Category… Read More »
Dolly Parton’s SongTeller Hotel and Museum Open for Reservations
Nashville is set to welcome Dolly Parton’s SongTeller Hotel and Life of Many Colors Museum, both opening in June 2026,… Read More »
Grand Metropolitan Hotels Acquires Signature Hotels Brand
Expanding its global portfolio, Grand Metropolitan Hotels (GMH) has announced the acquisition of Signature Hotels, strengthening its presence across the… Read More »
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 »
New Hotel Brands Launch as U.S. Travel Demand Weakens in October
October brought a mix of expansion and economic headwinds for the global hospitality industry. While new hotel brands and luxury… Read More »
Club Wyndham, Pillsbury Launch ‘Let It Dough’ Holiday Suite
Club Wyndham has teamed up with Pillsbury to debut a first-of-its-kind holiday baking escape — the Pillsbury Let It Dough… Read More »
Beaches Resorts Unveils Elf on the Shelf Holiday Suite
Beaches Resorts is bringing back The Elf on the Shelf Scout Elf for another season of festive fun in Jamaica… Read More »
Marriott Bonvoy Study Highlights Surge in AI Travel Planning
Marriott Bonvoy’s latest 2026 EMEA Ticket to Travel Report reveals a sharp rise in the use of artificial intelligence for… Read More »