HBX Group acquires Civitfun to power next-gen totel tech - Strategic acquisition brings contactless check-in, smarter operations, and multi-channel guest solutions to over 3,500 hotels worldwide.

May 15, 2025 • Hospitality

Why AI falls short on personalization in hospitality - Despite its speed and efficiency, AI often lacks the emotional intelligence guests crave - and that gap could cost hotels loyalty and revenue.

May 15, 2025 • Hospitality

Travel marketing strategies for a softening market - As travel demand slows, brands in APAC pivot from acquisition to retention through multi-channel strategies and authentic collaborations.

May 15, 2025 • Hospitality

Expedia doubles down on B2B partnerships - With expanded private-label tech, advertising capabilities, and AI-powered discovery, Expedia positions itself as the backbone of modern travel distribution.

May 15, 2025 • Hospitality

Airbnb on becoming the perfect concierge - How the platform’s shift from bookings to full-service travel could reshape guest expectations - and what it means for hotels.

May 15, 2025 • Hospitality

Lighthouse acquires The Hotels Network - Lighthouse data, paired with The Hotels Network personalization engine brings pricing, marketing, and distribution decisions into a single commercial platform.

May 14, 2025 • Hospitality

BCD Travel to become latest reseller of Amadeus Cytric - New integration brings seamless travel booking and collaboration directly into Microsoft Teams, boosting efficiency and reducing corporate travel costs.

May 14, 2025 • Travel

Airbnb relaunches Experiences and adds hotel-style services - With a $250 million investment, Airbnb aims to become a one-stop travel platform for stays, activities, and on-demand services.

May 14, 2025 • Hospitality