Read in browser Today's Brief Google on what the travel industry will look like by 2040 - New research from Google and Deloitte predicts a staggering 60% increase in international travellers by 2040. Oct 31, 2024 • Travel Booking.com beats on room nights, international travel - The company's increase in room nights booked was driven primarily by stronger performance in Europe and Asia. Oct 31, 2024 • Hospitality Metadesk The one metric quietly costing you direct bookings The metric most hoteliers ignore is the one quietly handing rooms to OTAs. Your reports won't flag it, but your revenue feels it. See what you missed. Download your free guide Booking.com’s AI Trip Planner got a big update - Travelers can now use the Smart Filter tool to describe their ideal property in their own words. Oct 31, 2024 • Hospitality Technologies and strategies shaping direct hotel bookings - Recent research highlights the technologies and strategies shaping the future of direct bookings, such as AI-driven engines and mobile transactions. Oct 31, 2024 • Hospitality Expedia and Microsoft Bing launch strategic partnership - Travelers booking eligible properties on Bing can earn rewards from both Expedia Group rewards programs and Microsoft Rewards. Oct 31, 2024 • Hospitality Boost your hotel's direct bookings with fall marketing strategies - Welcome guests to your hotel website with engaging fall promotions that drive bookings and create memorable seasonal experiences. Oct 31, 2024 • Hospitality ... in case you missed it, our Daily Brief October 29, 2024 Advertising   Contact   Legal   © 2026 Hospitality.today™