OTAs ramped up their marketing investments in Q1 2025 - The giants are not just buying attention - they’re buying independence from Google, experimenting boldly with AI and social media.

Jun 10, 2025 • Hospitality

When OTAs become marketplaces - As Airbnb and Booking.com move into high-margin services, hotels risk losing control—unless they rethink distribution, partnerships, and guest experience.

Jun 10, 2025 • Hospitality

Google’s AI revolution is reshaping travel search fast - The age of keyword dominance is ending, and the age of AI-powered, context-driven travel search has begun.

Jun 10, 2025 • Marketing

Consumer concerns impact summer travel bookings - Rising costs, inflation, and geopolitical tensions are reshaping travel habits in 2025—prompting a growing reliance on advisors to design flexible, budget-conscious trips.

Jun 10, 2025 • Travel

Five marketing strategies for a successful independent hotel launch - How to position your property for maximum visibility, direct bookings, and long-term growth from day one.

Jun 5, 2025 • Hospitality

Amadeus backs Acai generative AI startup - Strategic investment in Acai Travel accelerates AI-powered automation and efficiency for OTAs, TMCs, and airlines.

Jun 5, 2025 • Travel

Is Airbnb’s new 'services' feature unfair to hosts? - Hosts raise concerns over lost control, added risk, and no share in revenue from Airbnb’s latest offering.

Jun 5, 2025 • Hospitality

Airline profitability to strengthen in 2025 despite headwinds - Despite facing multiple headwinds, the global airline industry demonstrates resilience, with modest profitability improvements anticipated in 2025.

Jun 5, 2025 • Travel