Peninsular and Oriental Cruises Apologizes for Offensive Crew Costumes
P&O Cruises Australia has issued a heartfelt apology after footage of its crew members wearing offensive costumes went viral. The… Read More »
Hotels See Higher Booking Value Through Direct Channels in 2024
Hotels generated higher average booking values through their direct websites compared to third-party distribution channels in 2024, according to SiteMinder’s… Read More »
Only 32% of Vacation Rental Property Managers Use AI
Despite artificial intelligence (AI) dominating travel tech discussions, less than a third of vacation rental property managers currently use AI,… Read More »
Norwegian Cruise Line Expands Great Stirrup Cay with New Pier
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings has embarked on a significant expansion project to enhance its premier private island destination, Great Stirrup… Read More »
Celebrity Cruises Orders New Edge Series Ship for 2028
Celebrity Cruises has announced a significant expansion of its fleet with the order of a new ship in the prestigious… Read More »
Carnival Launches “Book More, Earn Big” for Travel Advisors
Carnival Cruise Line is excited to announce a new promotion tailored specifically for travel advisors during the highly anticipated wave… Read More »
Live Aqua by Wyndham Expands and Rebrands for Luxury
Live Aqua by Wyndham is set to elevate contemporary luxury in the hospitality industry with its latest expansion and transformative… Read More »
Hyatt Expands Luxury Hotels Across EAME Region
Hyatt Hotels Corporation is set to make a significant impact on the global hospitality landscape with plans to open new… Read More »
Viva Miches by Wyndham Opens in Dominican Republic
Viva Resorts by Wyndham has significantly strengthened its Caribbean presence with the grand opening of the all-new, all-inclusive Viva Miches… Read More »
Iberostar Group Achieves Record Growth, Expands Globally
In 2024, the Iberostar Group marked an exceptional year, closing with revenues of €4.468 billion, a 17 percent increase from… Read More »
MSC Cruises Unveils U.S. Campaign with Super Bowl Ad
MSC Cruises is set to make a significant splash in the U.S. market with the launch of its new brand… Read More »
Celebrity Cruises Celebrates Xcel Float-Out Milestone
Building a cruise ship is a long and intricate journey, making every milestone a moment of celebration. Celebrity Cruises has… Read More »
Amadeus Ventures Invests in AI-Powered Meetings Tech Hivr.ai
Amadeus Ventures has made a strategic minority investment in Hivr.ai, a Germany-based AI-driven meetings and group sales platform for hotels…. Read More »
4 Ways Generative AI Will Transform Travel Startups
The rise of generative AI is set to reshape travel startups, creating both uncertainty and opportunity for entrepreneurs and investors…. Read More »
Global Sales Conference Fuels Sandals Innovation
Travel advisors have a reason to celebrate as Sandals and Beaches Resorts mark a milestone with their 2025 Global Sales… Read More »
Jacques Returns on Oceanias New Ships
Oceania Cruises is set to elevate its culinary offerings with the return of its signature French restaurant, Jacques, a cherished… Read More »
Cruise Planners Unveils New AI eBook for Advisors
Cruise Planners has announced the launch of its insightful new eBook, “How to Leverage AI-Powered Technology,” designed specifically to help… Read More »
Rental Escapes Joins Virtuoso’s Elite Circle
Rental Escapes, the full-service, award-winning luxury villa rental company, has been accepted into Virtuoso’s exclusive portfolio of luxury travel partners,… Read More »
2025 Travel Savings: Airfare Trends and Budget Tips
As travelers start planning their 2025 vacations, many are focusing on finding the best deals on flights and hotels. Recent… Read More »
B2B Hotel Platform HBX Group Plans €725M IPO in Spain
HBX Group, a leading B2B travel technology provider, has announced plans to go public on Spanish stock exchanges, including Barcelona,… Read More »
Marriott, AmexGBT, MakeMyTrip Leaders on AI’s Role in Travel
The impact of AI on travel continues to be a key discussion point, as industry leaders from Marriott, AmexGBT, and… Read More »
PhocusWire Weekly Travel Tech Updates: Hostaway, Sabre, Serko & More
Conversational AI provider HiJiffy has introduced Campaigns Manager, an automation tool integrating real-time data from hotel property management systems to… Read More »
Gastrointestinal Illness Outbreak Sickens Over 40 on Silversea Cruise
A gastrointestinal illness outbreak aboard Silversea Cruises’ Silver Ray has left over 40 people sick, including 38 guests and five… Read More »
Ryanair Slashes 18% Operations in Spain for Summer 2025
Ryanair, the renowned ultra-low-cost carrier, has announced a significant 18% reduction in its operations within Spain for the Summer 2025… Read More »
MGM Grand Unveils $300M Remodel in Las Vegas
MGM Grand Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas is elevating its guest experience with a bold $300 million remodel of… Read More »
Live Aqua Unveils New Mexico City Gems
Live Aqua, in tandem with its 20th anniversary celebrations, is set to leave a lasting mark on Mexico City’s hospitality… Read More »