Hotels

Hotels.com, a leading platform for booking accommodations, recently unveiled its list of the top 1% of hotels on its platform, which they have dubbed the Perfect Somewheres 2024. This elite group of 700-plus hotels, with around 200 of them located in the United States, was carefully selected using Hotels.com’s exclusive guest-experience data. This data takes

European hotels are increasingly turning away group business in favor of more lucrative FIT bookings, which may have long-term repercussions on their relationships with tour operators. Experts warn that this strategy could backfire when post-pandemic travel demand eventually cools down. Robert Cole, a senior research analyst at Phocuswright, emphasizes that this shift is driven by

Travel planning can be a tedious and overwhelming task, involving a myriad of emails, messages, and coordination with friends and family. Last year, Expedia Group’s chief technology officer, Rathi Murthy, found herself in a similar situation while planning a reunion trip and described it as a “nightmare.” However, on Tuesday at the Explore partner conference

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has recently announced a strategic partnership with Decameron Hotels & Resorts, based in Colombia, to enhance its all-inclusive offerings. Through this collaboration, Wyndham has integrated nine midscale resorts into its all-inclusive portfolio, showcasing a significant expansion in this segment. Notably, four of these properties have been incorporated under Wyndham’s Ramada brand,

Airbnb has recently introduced its Icons category, featuring unique experiences such as a living room performance by Grammy-winning artist Doja Cat and an overnight stay hosted by Bollywood royalty Janhvi Kapoor in India. This new category builds upon the success of limited-edition themed stays in the past, such as Barbie’s Malibu DreamHouse and Shrek’s Swamp

The travel industry is constantly evolving, with new technologies and platforms revolutionizing the way people book their trips. One such innovation comes from Preferred Hotels & Resorts, who recently announced the upcoming launch of a portal specifically for travel advisors. This portal aims to streamline the booking process and provide a user-friendly platform for advisors

On June 1st, Oahu welcomed its first adults-only hotel, the Romer House Waikiki. Boasting 179 rooms, this new property is a sister hotel to the well-known Romer Waikiki at the Ambassador. Located off Kuhio Avenue, Romer House Waikiki’s design pays homage to Waikiki’s mid-century apartment architecture, giving guests a taste of the local culture and

Hyatt Hotels Corp. has experienced a significant increase in business travel demand in 2024, according to the company’s president and CEO Mark Hoplamazian. The first-quarter revenue from the business travel sector was up 6% year over year, with some segments showing even higher growth. This positive trend is a clear indication that business travel is

As the international travel industry begins to show signs of recovery after four challenging years, U.S. destinations are experiencing a mixed bag of success. While some areas are seeing a surge in international visitation, others are still struggling to regain momentum. According to the U.S. Travel Association’s annual IPW conference, overall international travel to the

The landscape of luxury travel is evolving, as highlighted by a panel of travel advisors at the Preferred Hotels & Resorts Global Conference 2024. Silvio Rebmann, CEO of Cube Travel, noted a trend away from high-priced destinations like Italy towards places where clients can receive more value for their money. With hotel rates soaring, guests

After the failed hostile takeover of Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Choice Hotels International is reevaluating its M&A strategy. During the recent earnings call, CEO Patrick Pacious hinted at the possibility of revisiting the merger in the future. However, he emphasized that the decision would ultimately rest with Wyndham shareholders. Pacious expressed confidence in the strategic

The recent Disney earnings call highlighted the significant potential for growth within the Disney Cruise Line segment. CFO Hugh Johnston emphasized the “enormous” opportunities that lie ahead for the cruise business, pointing to the high guest satisfaction scores it consistently receives. He elaborated on the upcoming Disney Treasure and Disney Adventure ships, as well as

The tourism industry in Italy is witnessing a major shift in booking practices, particularly when it comes to accommodations for tour operators. Perillo Tours, a well-known tour operator, has been facing challenges as some hotels in Italy have decided to prioritize direct bookings over group bookings. This change has forced Perillo Tours to seek alternative

When Ariane Gorin steps into the role of CEO at Expedia Group, she will be met with the task of overcoming the challenges within the company’s consumer-facing business. Despite efforts to create a single loyalty program and migrate all brands to a unified technology platform, there has been turbulence in recent years. Gorin acknowledges that

Epic Universe’s Super Nintendo World is set to revolutionize the theme park industry with its innovative attractions and interactive experiences. The much-anticipated theme park, located at Universal Orlando, will introduce two new firsts to the United States: Donkey Kong Country and the Yoshi’s Adventure attraction. One of the key highlights of Super Nintendo World is

The Venetian Resort Las Vegas is celebrating its 25th anniversary by embarking on a massive $1.5 billion reinvestment project. This project will include a complete redesign of all 4,000 suites across the property’s Venetian towers, including signature suites. The renovated suites are said to draw design inspiration from the ornate costumes traditionally worn during the

The hospitality industry lost a true titan with the passing of Simon Cooper on April 24. Cooper’s career was marked by his leadership roles at prestigious hotel chains such as Ritz-Carlton, Delta Hotels, and Omni Hotels. His journey began when he moved from England to Canada in 1972 to join Canadian Pacific Hotels and Resorts,

Expedia Group is commemorating Global Travel Advisor Day by hosting a series of events in May for members of Expedia’s Travel Agent Affiliate Program. This initiative comes as part of the efforts to continuously update travel advisors on new features and improvements. The Travel Agent Affiliate Program (TAAP) has been established for about 15 years,