Every year, I do the same slightly obsessive exercise: I take the most viewed headlines, strip them of opinion, and look at them as data. This year’s dataset was broader than usual, over 150 of the most-read headlines from 10 Minutes Hotel News, Hospitality Today, and HospitalityNet, (sign up to their newsletters) and the patterns were similar to what we’ve seen before - but different enough.

In today’s landscape, where shifting guest expectations for a blended balance of autonomy and connection and advancing technology and digital concierge tools continue to influence the evolution of the hospitality sector, the question is no longer whether hotels should adopt these tools – but rather how and when can they strategically implement them in a way that enhances, rather than simply dilutes, the human connection? This will allow hotels to seamlessly blend hardware – these advancing technologies – with software – the thoughtful and personalized hospitality guests seek out.

Hotels across the APAC region are looking to AI to help improve their commercial effectiveness, better engage with guests and relieve staff of unnecessary administrative burden.

Cloudbeds, the intelligent unified platform powering hotel growth, today announced a strategic partnership with Traversing.ai, the AI-driven contact

Reading Time: < 1 minuteUK: The Gallivant’s second property is now scheduled to open in summer 2026, following delays to the launch of the brand’s Littlestone Beach hotel in Kent.
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Reading Time: < 1 minuteTimbre Hotels has launched as a Porto-based boutique hospitality brand, positioning its offer around heritage-led design, urban living and wellness-focused guest experiences.
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Retreat Hotels & Resorts announced the opening of its new Fairfield by Marriott / TownePlace Suites dual-branded hotel on the Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agricenter in Perry, GA. The 129-key hotel comprises two brands under one roof, with 66 TownePlace Suites by Marriott keys and 63 Fairfield by Marriott keys. The property includes 1824 Kitchen & Bar, complimentary breakfast, a large pool and spa, a fitness center, guest laundry, and electric vehicle charging stations. Inspired […]
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WEST PALM BEACH, Florida—Chatham Lodging Trust announced the closing of the sale of the 147-suite Homewood Suites by Hilton in Billerica, Massachusetts, for $17.4 million. An approximate $6 million renovation of the hotel was planned for 2025, but the project was not completed due to the pending sale. The hotel was projected to have the third-lowest RevPAR in the portfolio and earn approximately $1 million of net operating income in 2025, thus equating to a […]
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Noida, 16th December, 2025: RateGain Travel Technologies Limited (RateGain), a leading provider of AI powered SaaS solutions for travel and hospitality, today announced that it has been recognized by Trip.com as a Favored Connectivity Partner at the Envision 2025 event in Shanghai. Building on a decade-long collaboration, this elevation from Preferred Partner to Favored Connectivity Partner underscores RateGain’s commitment to delivering scalable, AI-first distribution solutions that help hoteliers across Asia unlock new demand, streamline operations, and stay competitive in a fast-changing travel ecosystem. As a Favored Connectivity Partner, RateGain will collaborate closely with Trip.com on priority initiatives, including the rollout of next-generation APIs to boost efficiency and conversion. The partnership also features incentive-backed development milestones, reinforcing a shared focus on innovation and measurable revenue growth for hotel partners. RateGain’s AI-powered connectivity platform enables hotels to manage distribution, accelerate product launches, and optimize rates and inventory with intelligent automation, helping properties achieve more revenue with less effort. “Being recognized by Trip.com as a Favored Connectivity Partner reinforces our mission to help hotels navigate the complexities of distribution,” said Bhanu Chopra, Founder and Managing Director of RateGain. “Hotels today struggle to find steady demand in volatile markets. With our AI-driven solutions, we simplify connectivity and unlock new revenue opportunities wherever travel demand is booming.” June Zhu, Managing Director, Global Connectivity Ecosystem at Trip.com Group, added: “RateGain consistently delivers reliable and innovative integrations that help our hotel partners thrive. As we expand our connectivity ecosystem, RateGain’s AI-first approach ensures rapid adoption and long-term success.” Together, RateGain and Trip.com remain focused on shaping the future of hotel distribution, making it smarter, faster, and more profitable for partners worldwide. About RateGain RateGain Travel Technologies Limited is a global provider of AI-powered SaaS solutions for travel and hospitality that works with 13,000+ customers and 700+ partners in 160+ countries helping them accelerate revenue generation through acquisition, retention, and wallet share expansion. RateGain today is one of the world’s largest processors of electronic transactions, price points, and travel intent data helping revenue management, distribution and marketing teams across hotels, airlines, meta-search companies, package providers, car rentals, travel management companies, cruises and ferries drive better outcomes for their business. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in India, today RateGain works with 33 of the Top 40 Hotel Chains, 4 of the Top 5 Airlines, 7 of the Top 10 Car Rentals, and all leading OTAs and metasearch websites, including 25 Global Fortune 500 companies, in unlocking new revenue every day. Media Contact: Aastha Khurana, Director- Corporate Communication media@rategain.com
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India, 11th December 2025: RateGain Travel Technologies Limited (RateGain), a leading provider of AI-powered SaaS solutions for travel and hospitality, today announced that it has been awarded “World’s Best Hotel Channel Manager 2025” at the World Travel Tech Awards, one of the highest global honors in hospitality technology. The win marks a defining milestone in UNO’s journey toward building a modern, intelligent CRS that gives hotels unprecedented control, transparency, and confidence across their distribution ecosystem. Over the years, UNO has reimagined the channel management experience by replacing legacy, fragmented workflows with a highly reliable and globally scalable distribution backbone. Its next-generation CRS architecture powers thousands of hotels worldwide, ensuring consistency in operations, lightning-fast and error-free ARI distribution, and enterprise-grade performance suited for large hotel groups and complex multi-property environments. With deep, high-quality channel connectivity and industry-leading stability, UNO has emerged as the distribution-first CRS that modern hotels rely on for revenue accuracy and operational resilience. Bhanu Chopra, Founder and Managing Director, RateGain, said, “This award validates our belief that a strong, reliable channel manager is the heart of any modern CRS. Hotels today need precision, speed, and stability in their ARI distribution – and UNO delivers exactly that. This recognition is a tribute to the hotels that trust us, the channel partners who collaborate with us, and the teams who have built UNO into one of the world’s most dependable distribution platforms.” UNO continues to expand its global presence with strong adoption across leading hotel chains, soft brands, independents, and regional groups in NORAM, LATAM, Europe, APMEA, and India. Its momentum aligns with RateGain’s commitment to shaping the future of hotel distribution, advancing channel connectivity, strengthening rate and inventory governance, accelerating ARI workflows, and driving greater automation. Co-built closely with hotel partners, UNO’s roadmap remains focused on delivering unmatched reliability, speed, and distribution intelligence for a rapidly evolving hospitality landscape. About RateGain RateGain Travel Technologies Limited is a global provider of AI-powered SaaS solutions for travel and hospitality that works with 3,200+ customers and 700+ partners in 100+ countries helping them accelerate revenue generation through acquisition, retention, and wallet share expansion. RateGain today is one of the world’s largest processors of electronic transactions, price points, and travel intent data helping revenue management, distribution and marketing teams across hotels, airlines, meta-search companies, package providers, car rentals, travel management companies, cruises and ferries drive better outcomes for their business. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in India, RateGain works with 26 of the Top 30 Hotel Chains, 25 of the Top 30 Online Travel Agents, 3 of the Top 4 Airlines, and all the top car rentals, including 15 Global Fortune 500 companies. Media Contact: Aastha Khurana, Director – Corporate Communication media@rategain.com
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White Elephant Resorts heads west
White Elephant Resorts heads west
Pauline Brettell.

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The Brit List top 25 Architects of 2025
The Brit List top 25 Architects of 2025
Sophie Harper.

With 25 properties to be managed and optimised, abba hotels needed sophisticated, yet simple, software to scale effectively. SiteMinder answered the call.

What is a MICE hotel? A MICE hotel is a property designed to host Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions—the four pillars of corporate event travel. These hotels offer purpose-built spaces and services that business guests need: conference rooms, breakout areas, event technology like AV systems, and on-site accommodation for attendees. The acronym has nothing to […]

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CHICAGO (December 18, 2025) – Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the opening of Kennedy 89, a design-forward, full-service hotel in Frankfurt’s vibrant Sachsenhausen district...

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Travelers often wonder where to sleep, shower, or relax at JFK Airport during a layover. JFK does not have sleep pods, and quiet areas vary by terminal, but travelers can rest in designated seating zones, airport lounges with showers, or in day use hotels near JFK airport offering private beds and bathrooms for a few hours […]

Quick answer: A daycation is a daytime hotel visit where you check in and check out on the same day, receiving a private room and access to hotel amenities during defined daytime hours. A staycation is time off spent at or near your home without booking any hotel accommodation. The key difference: A daycation takes […]

Every year, I do the same slightly obsessive exercise: I take the most viewed headlines, strip them of opinion, and look at them as data. This year’s dataset was broader than usual, over 150 of the most-read headlines from 10 Minutes Hotel News, Hospitality Today, and HospitalityNet, (sign up to their newsletters) and the patterns were similar to what we’ve seen before - but different enough.

In today’s landscape, where shifting guest expectations for a blended balance of autonomy and connection and advancing technology and digital concierge tools continue to influence the evolution of the hospitality sector, the question is no longer whether hotels should adopt these tools – but rather how and when can they strategically implement them in a way that enhances, rather than simply dilutes, the human connection? This will allow hotels to seamlessly blend hardware – these advancing technologies – with software – the thoughtful and personalized hospitality guests seek out.