Tripadvisor Trendcast 2026 Introduces The Year of Meaningful Travel Experiences
Tripadvisor's 2026 report shows pet-friendly bookings surged 260% while extreme adventures grew 79%, highlighting the shift toward experience-driven travel planning.
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Sudamala Resorts Elevates Sustainable Tourism with Solar Power Integration and Coral Reef Restoration Programs
The 300 kWp solar system at Sudamala's Labuan Bajo resort reduces carbon emissions by 370,000 kg annually while supporting coral restoration efforts.
PATA Signs MoU with Phuket Hotels Association to Support Responsible Growth in Hospitality Sector
The partnership enables mutual affiliate membership, joint events, and quarterly research sharing between PATA's regional network and PHA's Phuket hotel members.
Ashes Tour fuels significant gains in Australia’s hotel performance
Perth hit 96% occupancy with record ADR of AUD409, while Adelaide saw RevPAR surge 326% year-over-year during the cricket series.
Travel and tourism sector deal activity down 5% in 2025, finds GlobalData
GlobalData reports M&A activity remained stable while venture financing fell 21% and private equity declined 28%.
International tourist arrivals up 4% in 2025 reflecting strong travel demand around the world
UN Tourism reports 1.52 billion international tourists in 2025, with Africa leading at 8% growth and Asia Pacific rebounding 6% despite remaining 9% below 2019 levels.
IHCL to Acquire Controlling Stake in Brij Hotels; Strengthens Leadership in India’s Leisure Tourism
IHCL acquires 51% of Brij Hospitality for ₹undisclosed amount, adding 22 boutique properties to reach 610 total hotels.
Banyan Group Highlights New Chapter of Growth in 2026 Following Its Landmark 100-Resort Milestone
Banyan Group announces expansion plans following its 100-resort milestone, with new openings across Africa, Caribbean, and Asia, plus enhanced wellbeing programs.
Small Hotels, Big Stakes: Why Europe’s Tourism Future Depends on SMEs
SMEs represent 95% of Europe's accommodation properties but face significant barriers in financing and technology adoption compared to larger chains.
By Peter Lochbihler, Global Director Public Affairs, Booking.com
Al Qimmah Hospitality and Marriott International Announce Agreement to Add More Than 2,700 Hotel Rooms in Saudi Arabia
The partnership adds properties in Jeddah, Makkah, and Madinah, including Marriott's first Four Points Flex by Sheraton in the Kingdom.
Tourism Investment in Bulgaria: New UN Tourism Guidelines Highlight Opportunities in the Sector
UN Tourism's new investment guidelines showcase Bulgaria's record 13.3 million visitors in 2024 and major brand commitments from Hyatt, Marriott, and Hilton.
The Acceleration of “Hard AI”: Why CES 2026 Changed the Operational Blueprint
CES 2026 showcased robots that learn tasks through AI instruction rather than manual programming, enabling human-like navigation and multi-role capabilities.
By Mark Fancourt, Co-Founder & Principal Consultant, TRAVHOTECH
PATA Strengthens Collaboration with Euromonitor International to Empower Data-led Tourism Growth in Asia Pacific
The partnership will produce dedicated analytical articles for PATA's 2026-2028 destination forecasts and forecast webinars for industry professionals.
What the Saudi Green Initiative Is and Why It Matters to Hospitality
The 2021 national initiative shapes hotel development in destinations like NEOM and Red Sea, embedding sustainability from design through operations.
Japanese Brand MIMARU to Offer Sumitomo Corporation’s “Any Wear, Anywhere” Clothing-Sharing Service for Inbound Family Travelers
The three-month trial launches January 2026, targeting families who struggle with packing seasonal clothing and oversized luggage for Japan trips.
Hilton’s South East Asia Playbook: Secondary Cities, Design-Led Stays, and Wellness by Intention
Hilton's Southeast Asia head discusses expansion into secondary cities, wellness integration throughout guest journeys, and deploying different brands based on market fit rather than one-size-fits-all approaches.
Henri Roelings in conversation with Alexandra Murray
How AI-Driven Search, Connected Media, and Real-Time Intelligence Will Drive Direct Bookings in 2026
Google's 2025 AI integration across Search, Ads, and Analytics requires hotels to merge organic and paid strategies with real-time content updates to compete for direct bookings against OTAs.
By Dhannesh Balaji, Solutions Architect, Milestone Inc.
Designing Feel Good Hospitality Destinations
WATG outlines how landscape architects can embed wellness into resort design through neuroscience principles, generating 20-35% higher ADRs.
Regenerative Tourism as a Step Beyond Hotel Sustainability for True Profitability
The article profiles 13 hotels worldwide implementing regenerative agriculture programs, arguing these initiatives drive guest interest, ADR growth, and brand differentiation beyond basic sustainability.
By Larry Mogelonsky and Adam Mogelonsky
What is Finland doing to promote responsible travel?
The Sustainable Travel Finland programme has certified 431 companies since 2020, with 214 labels awarded specifically to hotels and accommodations.