Barry Diller Says AI Is Ending Google’s Search Monopoly
As artificial intelligence (AI) rapidly reshapes the travel landscape, Barry Diller, chairman and senior executive of IAC and Expedia Group,… Read More »
AI in Travel 2025: Key Innovations Transforming the Industry
Artificial intelligence has become a defining force in the travel industry in 2025, transforming both consumer-facing services and back-end operations… Read More »
Rethinking Travel Loyalty and What Really Drives Brand Consistency
The term “loyalty” in travel typically brings to mind points, tiers, elite status and credit cards. These systems dominate the… Read More »
Ramp Raises $300M as Valuation Climbs to $32 Billion
Corporate spend management platform Ramp has raised $300 million, pushing its valuation to $32 billion following the financing round and… Read More »
MiM Hotels Partners With Meliá, Joins The Meliá Collection
Meliá Hotels International has formed a strategic partnership with MiM Hotels, the boutique brand owned by football legend Leo Messi…. Read More »
Villas of Distinction Launches Cyber Week Deals for Advisors
Villas of Distinction has announced new Cyber Week promotions offering major rewards for both travel advisors and their clients, including… Read More »
Top Black Friday & Cyber Monday Hotel Deals Across the U.S.
It’s that time of year again—your chance to score major savings on hotel stays across the United States. Below is… Read More »
Peek Raises $70M to Expand Its AI-Powered Experiences Platform
Tours and activities platform Peek has secured $70 million in new funding to accelerate the growth of its artificial intelligence… Read More »
Acai Travel and BoomPop Win Top Honors at Phocuswright 2025
Acai Travel has earned the People’s Choice Award in Phocuswright’s Launch: Innovation program, while BoomPop was named Travel Innovator of… Read More »
AIC Hotel Group Celebrates Top Advisors at Showstopper Awards
AIC Hotel Group honored nearly 200 of its highest-producing travel advisors during its annual Showstopper Awards, held this year at… Read More »
Riu Palace Calypso Reopens After Major Upgrade and Sustainability Push
Hotel Riu Palace Calypso on Jandía Beach in the Canary Islands has reopened following a full renovation that enhances dining… Read More »
Trump Hotel and New Atlantis Resort Boost Maldives Expansion
A top South Asian destination is set for a significant luxury boost as officials confirm two major resort developments in… Read More »
RIU Releases 2025 Travel Advisor Handbook to Boost Sales
RIU Hotels & Resorts has unveiled its 2025 Travel Advisor Handbook, a comprehensive sales guide designed to help advisors maximize… Read More »
MGM Grand Reveals $300M Renovation With Nearly 4,000 New Rooms
MGM Grand Hotel & Casino has unveiled a $300 million renovation that fully transforms nearly 4,000 rooms and suites at… Read More »
Hilton Launches Diamond Reserve Tier with Premium Elite Benefits
Hilton is rolling out major updates to its Honors loyalty program, including a new top-tier elite status offering elevated, personalized… Read More »
Sandals Shares Jamaica Resort Recovery Update After Hurricane
Sandals Resorts Executive Chairman Adam Stewart, CD, delivered an in-depth update on Jamaica’s tourism recovery and the status of Sandals… Read More »
Hyatt Opens New Hyatt Place Cancun Airport Hotel
Hyatt Hotels Corporation and Parks Hospitality Holdings have officially opened the Hyatt Place Cancun Airport, marking the first Hyatt Place… Read More »
Saint Lucia’s Ladera Resort Reopens After Major Upgrade
Saint Lucia’s iconic Ladera Resort has officially reopened following an extensive renovation that enhances its signature open-air luxury experience overlooking… Read More »
Are We in an AI Bubble? Parallels With the 1929 Crash and the Dot-Com Boom Bust
The U.S. stock market is at record highs, and artificial intelligence (AI) has become the driving force behind the surge…. Read More »
Trip.com Group Reports Strong Q3 Growth in International Bookings
Trip.com Group posted robust gains across its international business segments in the third quarter of 2025, reflecting surging demand for… Read More »
Revolut Partners With Booking.com to Launch Faster Travel Payments
Revolut has entered a new payments partnership with Booking.com, enabling travelers to pay for accommodations using Revolut Pay, the fintech’s… Read More »
Crystal Unveils New Ship Crystal Grace, Debuting in 2028
Crystal has officially named the first of its three new ships: Crystal Grace, set to debut on June 11, 2028…. Read More »
Google Prepares AI Mode for Hotel and Flight Bookings
Google is expanding its new agentic booking capabilities, confirming it is developing AI-powered hotel and flight reservations within AI Mode…. Read More »
Are Flights Still Disrupted After the Shutdown Ends?
The government shutdown may be over, but the ripple effects across the U.S. air travel system are far from resolved…. Read More »
Technology, AI and the Passenger Experience in Air Travel
When it comes to air travel, technology is no longer just about making flashy apps or faster booking systems—it’s about… Read More »
Hilton Launches Holiday Sale to Help Travelers De-Stress
Hilton Hotels & Resorts has launched its “Hilton Sale,” offering travelers up to 25% off stays booked by December 15,… Read More »