U.S. inbound tourism decline continues into 2026 - Weaker international demand raises concerns for travel recovery and future visitor spending.

Feb 20, 2026 • Travel

Marriott ramps up AI investment to modernize hotel technology - Technology transformation highlights rising competitive pressure for hotels to adopt AI-driven operations and guest engagement.

Feb 20, 2026 • Travel

Wyndham pushes AI as a profit tool for franchisees - Technology investments aim to drive direct revenue and cut front desk costs amid softer market conditions.

Feb 20, 2026 • Hospitality

Booking.com strengthens outlook while accelerating AI investment - Solid travel demand continues, but platform innovation is reshaping hotel distribution dynamics.

Feb 19, 2026 • Hospitality

Independent hotels remain the backbone of Booking.com’s growth strategy - OTA highlights reliance on smaller properties as AI platforms and Airbnb compete for hotel supply.

Feb 19, 2026 • Hospitality

Airbnb tests pay-to-play visibility model hotels should watch closely - Discount-driven ranking strategies in short-term rentals could influence broader hotel distribution dynamics.

Feb 19, 2026 • Hospitality

Tourism growth hotspots in 2026 - Emerging destinations reshape hotel demand and competitive positioning globally.

Feb 19, 2026 • Travel

AI-driven hotel marketing enables smarter guest acquisition - Personalization, automation and AI search visibility are becoming critical for hotel growth strategies.

Feb 19, 2026 • Marketing