Hyatt Buys Playa, New Resorts Open, Brands Expand in June
June brought major developments in the hotel and resort industry, highlighted by Hyatt’s acquisition of Playa Hotels & Resorts, several… Read More »
Cybercrime Hits WestJet and Hawaiian Airlines Amid FBI Warning
At least two North American airlines—WestJet and Hawaiian Airlines—have confirmed they were targeted by cyberattacks in June, prompting concerns of… Read More »
Microsoft Updates Windows to Avert Future Security Crises
Microsoft is making significant changes to Windows in an effort to prevent security disasters like the recent global outage caused… Read More »
Startups Weekly: AI Deals, Lawsuits, and Acquisitions
This week’s edition of Startups Weekly highlights key developments at the intersection of technology, law, and startup growth. From acquisitions… Read More »
Inspirato Merges with Buyerlink to Expand Luxury Travel Tech
Luxury vacation club Inspirato is merging with marketing technology platform Buyerlink to form One Planet Platforms, a new diversified marketplace… Read More »
Travel Industry Leaders Say AI Will Outpace Internet Shift
The travel industry stands on the brink of its most profound transformation yet, powered by the rapid rise of artificial… Read More »
Lighthouse Launches AI Tool to Boost Hotel Visibility
Market intelligence platform Lighthouse has introduced Connect AI, a new artificial intelligence engine designed to close the growing gap between… Read More »
Revenue Analytics Acquires Climber to Boost Global Reach
Revenue Analytics, a leading provider of AI-powered revenue management systems, has acquired Portugal-based Climber in a strategic move to expand… Read More »
Hotels Face New AI Challenge in Travel Discovery Shift
As travelers increasingly shift from traditional search engines like Google to artificial intelligence-powered platforms, the visibility of hotels in the… Read More »
Chatlyn Raises €8M to Revolutionize Hotel Messaging
AI-powered hotel communication platform Chatlyn has secured €8 million in Series A funding to expand its reach and develop new… Read More »
Sonder Co-Founder Exits After Marriott Integration
Francis Davidson, co-founder and former CEO of Sonder, has announced his departure from the company just as it completes a… Read More »
Apple to Launch Digital Passport Support in iOS 26 for TSA Travel
Starting fall 2025, Apple will allow U.S. travelers to store digital versions of their passports and IDs in Apple Wallet… Read More »
Viking Vesta Joins Fleet as Newest Ocean Cruise Ship
Viking has officially welcomed the Viking Vesta into its growing fleet of ocean cruise ships. Delivered at Fincantieri’s shipyard in… Read More »
Hospitality Leaders Confident in Global Hotel Industry Growth
Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands, shared a positive outlook for the hospitality industry… Read More »
Villas of Distinction Extends Bonus Commission for Advisors
Villas of Distinction has extended its popular bonus commission program for travel advisors, offering up to $5,000 in bonus payouts… Read More »
North Korea Opens Wonsan Beach Resort to Boost Tourism
North Korea has opened a long-delayed beach resort on the country’s east coast in an effort to boost tourism, according… Read More »
Digital Identity and AI Poised to Transform Travel
The travel industry is nearing a pivotal turning point as artificial intelligence and self-sovereign identity (SSI) converge, set to revolutionize… Read More »
Mindtrip Launches AI Travel App for Real-Time Discovery
AI-powered trip planning platform Mindtrip has launched a new mobile app designed to serve as a real-time travel companion, marking… Read More »
Blue Diamond Launches Royalton Vessence Brand in Barbados
Blue Diamond Resorts is unveiling a new adults-only brand, Royalton Vessence, designed to redefine the all-inclusive experience with a focus… Read More »
Scenic Group Highlights Sustainability Gains in 2024 Report
Scenic Group has published its 2024 Impact Report, showcasing notable advancements in sustainability, equity, and community engagement across its luxury… Read More »
Carnival Posts Highest Margins in Nearly Two Decades
Carnival Corporation & plc has reported its strongest quarterly margins in nearly 20 years, driven by strong demand for cruises,… Read More »
HITEC 2025 Recap: 6 Tech Trends Transforming Hospitality
HITEC remains the hospitality technology event I anticipate every year. The 2025 edition reconfirmed that innovation is accelerating—and the conversations… Read More »