What direct AI hotel distribution looks like - A handful of hotels and groups are already building it. Here is what they have in common.

Mar 10, 2026 • Hospitality

Marriott’s 3 big challenges - Despite doubling its room count over a decade, the company remains optimistic about the company's growth potential, betting that high-margin luxury hotels and a tech revamp will help sustain fat fees.

Jan 23, 2024 • Hospitality

Booking.com headquarters in Amsterdam defaced and vandalized - The Amsterdam headquarters of Booking.com, was vandalized and severely damaged overnight between Sunday night and Monday morning.

Oct 8, 2024 • Hospitality

How Uber's algorithm decides what you’ll pay - New research reveals that Uber’s opaque pricing system may charge different riders different fares for the same trip—raising concerns about hidden price discrimination and fairness for travelers.

Jun 26, 2025 • Hospitality

The new playbook of travel marketing - How brands are engaging travelers before they search and creating emotional connections beyond visuals.

Apr 14, 2025 • Marketing

Airbnb targets independent hotels - By targeting boutique and independent hotels with lower commissions and brand appeal, Airbnb aims to carve out a niche beyond the big OTA model.

Oct 9, 2025 • Hospitality

A fascinating look into Google's hotel ecosystem - How the search giant is facilitating a shift back to direct bookings while still reaping the rewards of the billions of ad dollars still coming in from Booking, Expedia.

May 28, 2024 • Hospitality

Google Gemini now integrates paid hotel listings - Paid placements move inside AI trip itineraries, giving hotels earlier and more immersive visibility in the traveler journey.

Jul 18, 2025 • Hospitality