National Tour Association year-end survey: Business success and challenges

Asked about a list of education topics that most interest them, more than half of responding tour operators (52%) said they want to learn more about technology, followed by succession planning, and accessibility.

Major markets driving U.S. hotel profitability gains

Overall, eight of the Top 25 Markets reported double-digit increases in GOPPAR.

HSMAI announces 2023 Top 25 Extraordinary Minds

Nominations for the Top 25 are reviewed by a panel of industry experts selected by HSMAI from among its membership and/or Board of Directors. 

Ryanair welcomed High Court ruling confirming screenscraping is unlawful

This historical and precedent-setting Court ruling is a major step forward in protecting unsuspecting consumers from being overcharged by OTAs, and will help to ensure that Ryanair customers always get the lowest fares, the best customer service, and real time email communications, says the airline.

easyJet puts seats on sale for autumn 2024 as part of “Orange Drop”

Flights for easyJet’s autumn 2024 schedule are now on sale with seats to over 137 destinations from the UK available now to book between 2 September and 30 November 2024 including October Half Term.

USTOA announces the 2024 Executive Committee and Board of Directions at the Annual Conference & Marketplace

Representing $16 billion in revenue, the member companies of U.S. Tour Operators Association provide tours, packages and custom arrangements that allow six million travelers annually unparalleled access, insider knowledge, peace-of-mind, value, and freedom to enjoy destinations and experiences across the entire globe.

To protect new guests, Airbnb promotes safety benefits of booking through the platform

Airbnb reminds users of the campaign launched with ALAI and Despegar in order to prevent scams during the Holidays. 

Virgin Atlantic signs renewed distribution agreement with Travelport, including NDC content and servicing

Virgin Atlantic is using Travelport’s complete branding solution to enhance the way products and ancillaries are displayed on agents’ screens with rich graphics and detailed descriptions, so that agents can seamlessly shop, compare and personalize options for travelers.

What men should pack for a weekend away with the guys

In this article, we'll break down the essential items every man should consider bringing along.

Strawberry migrates their 100th hotel onto Mews Hospitality Cloud

Half of the group’s hotels are now running on Mews, with the following 100+ scheduled to move over within the next six months.

NexGen Hotels acquires the EVEN Hotel Miami – Airport

The Wellness-Focused Brand is the First in NexGen’s Portfolio

Transformative acquisition positions Moving Mountains as leader in the Vail Valley luxury vacation home rental market  

Moving Mountains acquires Triumph Mountain Properties.

Strong bookings as Swan Hellenic opens new horizons in South and Central America

Swan Hellenic’s six early 2024 Americas cultural expedition cruises have met with an enthusiastic response. Offering in-depth exploration on SH Diana up the West Coast of South and Central America through the Panama Canal to the Bahamas, highlights include the Chilean Fjords, Atacama Desert, Moche culture, Darien Jungle, Panama, Cartagena and a Caribbean odyssey.

Education Foundation and Basis Technologies empower hospitality marketers with automated advertising expertise

The partnership will provide a US$500 award towards further education for one of the candidates who complete this certification and become Basis Certified through this program.

Azamara achieves record sales in the UK this year

The reinforced UK sales team is reaching more agents than ever before and driving record booking numbers, as the line targets further growth this Wave season.