From three days in the Italian heartland to a five-day road trip across Greece, D/A Trips, a new initiative by Design Anthology UK in partnership with Design Hotels, offers like-minded individuals the opportunity to commune, connect, and create while discovering unique corners of the world.
The Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) celebrated the best in travel marketing at the Adrian Awards Celebration on Tuesday, February 18, at the New York Marriott Marquis, with more than 500 industry and agency executives in attendance. This year, the 68th annual competition theme, “Wish You Were Here,” celebrates the moments and contributions that comprised the most innovative and successful travel marketing, public relations, advertising, and integrated campaigns.
From 4 to 6 March, the World's Leading Travel Trade Show will set the pace in terms of sustainability and social responsibility topics. With high-profile panels, forward-looking initiatives by exhibitors from 26 countries in the Responsible Tourism segment as well as award ceremonies for outstanding projects, the World's Leading Travel Trade Show will show ways to successfully shape sustainable tourism.
Recurring revenue is critical for businesses, including in the hospitality and wellness industries, as it provides financial stability, predictability, and long-term growth. Unlike one-time transactions, recurring revenue models, like memberships, subscriptions, and prepaid service packages, create a steady cash flow, allowing businesses to plan investments, manage expenses, and navigate market volatility with greater confidence. They also foster customer loyalty by encouraging repeat engagement and deepening brand relationships. It’s been said many times that repeat customers spend significantly more than new ones, and make up great portions of revenue contributions.
Hyatt is proud to announce the launch of the Hyatt Asia Pacific Meetings & Events Alliance, a strategic initiative designed to streamline multi-year, multi-city event planning across the Asia Pacific region. Building upon the success of the Hyatt Convention Alliance, Hyatt Wellness Alliance and Hyatt Resort Alliance in the United States, this new Asia Pacific program aims to provide corporate planners with a seamless, efficient, and centralized approach to event management across multiple Hyatt properties in the region.
Growth Advisors International Network (GAIN), the leading global travel & hospitality advisory firm for growth & innovation, is proud to announce its strategic partnership with Terrapinn, a global events company, whose events promote innovation and technology that changes people’s lives, as the Knowledge & Networking Partner for NoVacancy Asia 2025. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in shaping the future of Asia’s hotel and accommodation industry.
Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) is proud to announce the members of its 2025 Americas Board of Directors and Executive Committee. HSMAI America’s leaders represent a cross section of the industry’s most respected hotel and hospitality brands, academics, and suppliers. The board is composed of senior travel and hospitality executives from a representative selection of HSMAI members, led by chair, Andrew Rubinacci, CHSP, Chief Advisory Officer, FLYR, who is in his second year of a two-year term.
ITB Berlin is setting the pace shortly before the trade show begins: with 95 per cent of the display area already booked, a record number of international exhibitors from 165 countries as well as strong growth in key travel segments, the World's Leading Travel Trade Show reflects the upturn in the travel industry. Demand is particularly high in the cruise sector, as well as Southern Europe, Asia and Africa. The travel technology sector is also booming, and now occupying a larger area in Hall 4.1. Regular exhibitors including Trenitalia, Panama and Hamburg, as well as new participants such as Djibouti and Visa, are giving the show an extra boost. Albania, this year's host country, will host a spectacle for "all the senses" in Halls 3.1 and 4.1. Taking as its slogan ’The Power of Transition Lives Here’, the ITB Berlin Convention focuses on the major challenges and opportunities in global tourism. In addition to a wide variety of exhibitors, participants can also look forward to numerous new event formats such as the ITB Transition Labs and trade visitor tours, as well as the ITB Travel & Tourism Report.
HSMAI Europe is doubling down on its commitment to nurturing future hospitality leaders with the appointment of Yana Kyrylyuk as Young Talent Programme Manager. A natural fit for the role, Yana transitions from Chair of the HSMAI Europe Student Council to steer projects that guide students and young professionals towards thriving careers in the industry.
Radisson Hotel Group has unveiled “Esports Ready by Radisson Hotels” – a brand-new program set to offer esports teams, players and organizers carefully curated services and amenities designed to keep them focused, motivated, and prepared to perform at their best.
The World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs Report 2024 estimates that by 2028, 44% of core skills will need to change due to emerging technologies and market demands.
The 13th edition of the Hotel & Hospitality Expo Saudi Arabia (www.TheHotelShowSaudiArabia.com) is set to return as a standalone event in 2025. It will serve as a pivotal platform for global industry leaders to capitalise on Saudi Arabia’s booming tourism sector while contributing to the Kingdom’s ambitious Vision 2030 objectives.
The Hotel Marketing Association (HMA) is delighted to announce the 30th annual HMA Hotel Marketing Awards – marking three decades of recognising and celebrating marketing excellence within the UK's hotel industry. This milestone event will take place in June 2025, honouring outstanding marketing campaigns and exceptional talent that have significantly contributed to the sector’s success.
Booking.com, the global leader in connecting travelers with the widest choice of incredible places to stay, is launching a new ad campaign to show how it helps travelers get it ridiculously right every time. A continuation of the successful Booking.yeah campaign that celebrates YEAHs experienced throughout the travel journey, the new creative will debut live during the fourth quarter of the Big Game on February 9, bringing to life Booking.com’s ability to cater to every traveler’s unique needs and personalities and “find exactly what they’re booking for.”
Paris, 4 February 2025 – École Ducasse is preparing to celebrate Easter with a one-of-a-kind collection. Highlighting the olive tree—an emblem of peace, hope, and resilience—this initiative is both a gourmet delight and a bearer of profound symbolism. This sensory and cultural journey invites chocolate lovers and connoisseurs of exceptional craftsmanship to discover creations that transcend borders.
Register your team and participate live, or view the recording, of Doug Kennedy’s next 40-minute training webcast scheduled for Friday, February 21, from Noon – 12:45pm EST.
Booking.com, a global leader in connecting travelers to an unmatched selection of incredible accommodations, activities, and transportation options, including flights, car rentals, and taxis, is proud to announce the recipients of its 13th annual Traveller Review Awards. Based on over 360 million verified customer reviews, the awards honor travel partners who consistently deliver outstanding hospitality and service. In 2025, a record-breaking 1.71 million partners are being recognized, an 16% increase compared to the year prior. This includes 1,711,539 accommodations, 1,329 rental car companies and 124 taxi providers.
On January 15, 2025, HSMAI Europe successfully hosted the “Designing Leverage of MICE Potential in the Business Mix” workshop at The Savoy Hotel in London. This exclusive, by-invitation-only event was one of the highlights of the HSMAI Europe Commercial Strategy Week, attracting industry leaders and experts to collaboratively explore strategies for enhancing MICE within the business mix.
As data from ibis reveals a third of people (31%) want to travel more in 2025 that they did in 2024 and 22% are prepared to spend more in travel this year, ibis is inviting travellers to 'Go get it' with the ultimate travel inspiration – 25 Reasons to Travel in 2025. Partnering with travel trend experts Globetrender, ibis has identified the most exciting events, festivals, and cultural moments across the globe, inspiring travellers to explore new horizons, seize every opportunity, and experience life to the fullest.
Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board President & CEO Adam Burke today issued the following statement on discoverlosangeles.com: