WTM: US pandemic rebound to happen in 2024 - New research from WTM reveals that most major travel markets in the Americas have recovered from the pandemic, apart from the US which is due to get back to 2019 levels next year.

Nov 7, 2023 • Travel

Travel and tourism urged to embrace AI despite being ‘disruptive’ - The claim was made by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and Microsoft in the first of a series of new reports highlighting the power of AI.

Jan 30, 2024 • Travel

Expedia lowers 2024 growth forecast - The company cut its full-year revenue growth forecast, as gross bookings were hit by a drag in its vacation rental platform and poor performance in its business-to-consumer segment.

May 3, 2024 • Hospitality

The ‘re-rise’ of the retail travel agent - Travelers are becoming overwhelmed by the amount of information (and misinformation) on the internet, and therefore want an expert to help guide them.

May 13, 2024 • Hospitality

Slowdown in travel spending just a blip? - Marriott is watching to see if higher-end consumers continue to pull back on travel spending in the third quarter.

Sep 20, 2024 • Hospitality

Airbnb is ramping up lobbying to overturn NYC's rental restrictions - The company spends millions on political campaigns in New York to oppose short-term rental restrictions that cut more than 80% of its listings in the city in one year.

Jan 17, 2025 • Hospitality

Cvent group sourcing volume sets new records - Group sourcing through the Cvent Supplier Network hit a record high in 2024, surpassing pre-pandemic levels for the first time.

Feb 19, 2025 • Travel

Meliá Hotels named most sustainable hotel group in Europe - Meliá ranks second globally in TIME and Statista’s 2025 sustainability index, cementing its leadership in responsible tourism.

Jun 27, 2025 • Hospitality