Icelandic Tourist Board Report: Second-Busiest Summer on Record
A recent report by the Icelandic Tourist Board shows summer 2023 to have been another record year for travel to Iceland…
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Icelandic Tourist Board Report: Second-Busiest Summer on Record
A recent report by the Icelandic Tourist Board shows summer 2023 to have been another record year for travel to Iceland…
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Up Norway announces new Wittgenstein-Inspired Workcation for creatives
OSLO, NORWAY – Up Norway, leading curator of sustainable luxury travel experiences in Norway, is now offering a Wittgenstein-Inspired Workcation…
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The impact of the pandemic created a new staycation trend in China, with many citizens preferring to stay in their home cities for vacations, or take short trips to surrounding areas…
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Brunello Restaurant launches delivery service — Is this an emerging trend for hotel-based venues?
Brunello Restaurant, at Kempinski Hotel & Residences Palm Jumeirah has partnered with Careem to offer the service…
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As of Oct. 17, cardholders of the Chase Sapphire Reserve® card, Chase United MileagePlus cards and invite-only J.P…
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Wedding trends and top tips from Newpark Hotel Kilkenny
Newpark Hotel in Kilkenny has been hosting weddings since 1966 so the team has amassed a wealth of experience over the years and seen traditions and trends evolve over time. So what’s hot and what’s not for 2023/24…
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With Halloween nearly upon us, UK holiday experts Park Holidays have conducted research into the number of ghost sightings myths and legends across the UK’s popular staycation locations to uncover which is the most haunted…
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Marriott Bonvoy reveals future travel trends
The company believes that travelling solo, visiting ‘dupe destinations’, and using AI in the booking process will be key trends in the coming years…
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Top travel trends for 2024 to keep an eye on
There isn't a day that goes past where would-be travellers aren't warned of the post-COVID requirement to book European travel as soon as tickets are released (11 months out), that Business Class seats are more popular than ever, or that our global…
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Sleep and mocktails: How hotels are moving to meet a new kind of customer
A surprising number of travelers inquire about a hotel's mattress before booking. In a busy world, travelers increasingly see trips as an opportunity to relax and recharge…
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Now trending at hotels: Sleep, wellness and "bleisure"
Post-pandemic travelers prioritize a good night's sleep, healthy lifestyle amenities, and "smart" rooms with lots of technology — and they're combining business with pleasure in a trend known as "bleisure," Hilton says in a new report…
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SURVEY - Union’s proposed homeless policy will deter 72% of Americans from booking LA hotel rooms
WASHINGTON – More than seven in ten Americans would be deterred from booking a hotel room in Los Angeles if hotels there are forced to house homeless people next to paying guests…
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Paying for hotels saves money and improves driver retention
Driver turnover is a perpetual concern for carriers, with rates regularly hovering around 90%. As driver demand increases, carriers are exploring new ways to keep drivers in their trucks…
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Hotel prices skyrocket in Ahmedabad ahead of the ICC World Cup
Digital travel platform Agoda has reported a 1,702% surge in searches for stays in Ahmedabad…
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EU tourism at a decade high in the first half of 2023
The EU tourism industry is experiencing a strong recovery from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic…
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Hyatt’s CEO Says Experiences Now Matter, Not Points. He’s Missing… The Point
OPINION PIECE - Skift says that Hyatt “is adjusting how it markets its loyalty program to reflect new realities” of reduced business travel and increased leisure travel. That’s what the chain itself suggests…
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Find out how some hotels are cashing in beyond guest visits
Some hotels have developed such a following that they are making products available for guests and others to take home after their visit…
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Florida Restaurant Owner Shames Customers on Social Media Who 'Dine and Dash'
Ken Brackins, the owner of Rick’s on the River, says he is shaming folks because, “we just got fed up with it.”
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