The nonprofit's 20th anniversary edition adds a Technology Category alongside existing Project and Product categories, with submissions open until August 2026.

European Travel Commission survey shows 82% of Europeans plan to travel April-September 2026, but with shorter stays and budgets under €1,000 per trip.

Did you know that Abraham Maslow never came up with the hierarchy of needs pyramid named after him?

Although, depending on the day, the prognosis could read, “Tilt! Wobble, stable”, it’s a matter of perspective. My perspective comes from the “hotel consultancy”

Reading Time: 2 minutesGreece: The former Hilton Athens has been repositioned under the luxury Conrad Hotels & Resorts brand, marking its debut in Greece.
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Reading Time: 2 minutesUS: Virgin Hotels, the lifestyle brand within Virgin Hotels Collection, has partnered with real estate developer Drew Company to build the Virgin Hotels Atlanta in Georgia.
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NEEDHAM, Massachusetts—Tripadvisor released the initial findings from its upcoming Summer Travel Index, which highlighted the top and trending summer destinations for U.S. travelers in 2026. The data showed a preference for East Coast beach destinations, with Myrtle Beach leading domestic travel searches. These accessible coastal destinations offer family-friendly appeal and activities that cater to travelers of all ages, from water parks and beach activities to cultural attractions and local entertainment. Internationally, Mexico and the Caribbean continue to […]
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ARLINGTON, Virginia—On the positive side of the Easter calendar shift, the U.S. hotel industry reported positive year-over-year comparisons, according to CoStar’s latest data through April 18.  U.S. Hotel PerformanceApril 12, 2026-April 18, 2026Percentage change from comparable week in 2025Occupancy: 66.5 percent (up 8.4 percent)ADR: $167.00 (up 5.7 percent)RevPAR: $111.14 (up 14.6 percent) The comparable week in 2025 underperformed due to Easter. Among the top 25 markets, Washington, D.C. reported the largest increases in ADR (up 30.7 percent to […]
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Hotel industry coverage today points to a market being shaped by both stronger demand and changing guest expectations. Performance improved in the U.S. and Canada, while European travelers are planning more trips but with shorter stays and tighter budgets.

Platform-driven hotel distribution models, long dominant in China, are beginning to emerge in other regions as super apps, payment ecosystems, and technology platforms expand their role in travel discovery and booking.

India, 21st April 2026: RateGain Travel Technologies Limited (NSE: RATEGAIN, a global provider of AI-powered SaaS solutions for travel and hospitality, today announced a strategic partnership with Easebuzz, a leading digital payments platform in India, as a Gold Partner for RG Pay. Through this partnership, Easebuzz’s payment gateway and local acquiring capabilities will be integrated […]
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India, 17th April 2026: RateGain Travel Technologies Limited (NSE: RATEGAIN), a global leader in AI-powered SaaS solutions for the travel and hospitality industry, today announced that MIAT Mongolian Airlines, the national flag carrier of Mongolia, has selected AirGain, RateGain’s pricing intelligence platform for airlines, to enhance its rate shopping and competitive pricing capabilities. Founded in […]
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Hotel Designs
Duchamp Healdsburg – intentional interiors for residential comfort
Duchamp Healdsburg – intentional interiors for residential comfort
Pauline Brettell.

Hotel Designs
Kerzner International announces new leadership appointments
Kerzner International announces new leadership appointments
Pauline Brettell.

Join SiteMinder and hotel industry experts for part three of our series, delving into how hoteliers and travellers are navigating the rise of AI.

Sydney, Australia – SiteMinder, the world’s leading hotel commerce platform, today announced new platform capabilities and partnerships designed to extend hotel distribution into the AI era. Connecting 53,000 hotels across 150 countries to the channels where travellers search and book accommodation, SiteMinder is expanding its platform to support AI-driven direct booking and AI-powered online travel […]

CHICAGO (April 16, 2026) – Hyatt Regency Denver at Colorado Convention Center proudly announces the completion of its comprehensive $70 million transformation, coinciding with the hotel’s...

CHICAGO, IL (April 13, 2026): A bold new chapter in Old Town Scottsdale hospitality is set to unfold this spring as Hotel Solaya has officially opened its doors, joining the JdV by Hyatt brand...

Rising demand and higher budgets signal a shift toward quality, personalization, and digital-first journeys

Hotel group seeks to safeguard margins while maintaining growth targets in a volatile global environment

Mother’s Day is the perfect opportunity to show appreciation with meaningful experiences, thoughtful gestures, and quality time. Whether you’re planning a relaxing daycation, a special outing, or a heartfelt surprise, there are many ways to make your mom feel truly loved. To make the day memorable, focus on personal touches and quality time that reflect […]

A long layover at Honolulu airport doesn’t have to be wasted time. During an HNL airport layover, you can rest at a nearby hotel, grab a shower, explore Waikiki, or just find a quiet place to recharge before your next flight. The problem with a long layover at Honolulu airport is that HNL itself doesn’t […]