OTAs set new record for marketing spend in 2023 - Trip.com stands out as the company that had the biggest jump in its marketing budget in 2023.

Mar 13, 2024 • Hospitality

STR lowers U.S. hotel forecast for 2024/25 - Increased cost of living is impacting lower to middle income households and their ability to travel, reducing demand for lower priced hotels.

Jun 4, 2024 • Hospitality

Hotels, OTAs and DMA - HOTREC's 2024 Hotel Distribution Study explores the latest trends in the European accommodation industry and reveals how consumers book hotel rooms.

Jul 3, 2024 • Hospitality

AHLA 2024 State of the Hotel Industry report - Hoteliers will continue to acclimate to a new environment in 2024, adopting sophisticated technology and strategies to make their operations more efficient and sustainable while enhancing guest experiences.

Jan 30, 2024 • Hospitality

EU's Digital Markets Act (DMA) changes Google Search, but not as hoteliers expected - The new legislation was intended to level the digital playing field for hotels, but so far it seems to be having the opposite effect.

Jun 18, 2024 • Hospitality

CBRE Hotels adjusts outlook for 2024 - CBRE is lowering its U.S. hotel performance forecast due to softening lodging demand from weaker leisure travel and slower corporate earnings growth.

Aug 19, 2024 • Hospitality

Dear tourists: Do not come - Majorca’s locals speak out against overtourism, housing crises, and a way of life under threat.

Mar 25, 2025 • Travel

Why Expedia’s One Key reward program is bad news for hospitality - Loyalty programs will help the OTAs increase repeat business and market share at the expense of the hotel direct channel.

Jul 12, 2023 • Hospitality