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New overtourism documentary calls out ‘rebellious tourists and rebellious locals’

Simon Jul 19, 2018

A new documentary claims that the issue of overtourism has reached a critical point. Crowded Out: The Story of Overtourism airs at the start of another tense summer between local people and…

Hotels

Upgrading.cc CEO bringing revenue gains to hotels “by selling what they cannot sell”

Mili Jul 18, 2018

Making waves with its recent launch as the world’s only online platform for guests to gain access to ‘Three-in-One’ upgrading options and exclusive promotions offered by the hotels and…

Hospitality

Hotels.com launches Hideaway Hotels category for off-the-grid travellers

Christian Jul 18, 2018

Hotels.com has introduced the Hideaway Hotels category in response to a lift in bookings in the last two years, with a 60% spike in guests leaving positive reviews for off-the-grid hotels.

Global

‘Alexa, order my breakfast’: Why Marriott brought in Amazon to personalise hotels

TD Community Jul 17, 2018

Marriott International recently announced the arrival of Alexa, Amazon’s voice-activated service, to enhance their guests’ experience and customer service, across its portfolio of hotels.…

Hospitality

SLH adds four luxury boutique hotels to its portfolio

Christian Jul 17, 2018

Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) has added four properties to its hand-picked portfolio of luxury boutique hotels, including three newly-opened hotels.

Airlines

[Infographic] How airline distribution works

Altexsoft Team Jul 16, 2018

Ticket distribution and airline management are complex. The interaction between a user and a traditional airline may entail involvement of about four middlemen companies. However, there are…

Cruise

MSC’s PortMiami deal a “further testament of our commitment to US”

Alastair Jul 12, 2018

Following news that MSC Cruises was expanding its fleet, with an order for three new Meraviglia class ships back in June, the ambitious cruise line has now announced its partnership with…

Technology

Alibaba and Marriott International introduce facial recognition check-ins in China

Christian Jul 12, 2018

With the vision of redefining the future of travel, Alibaba Group and Marriott International have begun testing out facial recognition technology at two hotels in China.

Technology

Roiback and Travel Compositor partner to help hoteliers offer combined packages

Christian Jul 11, 2018

Direct sales solutions provider, Roiback, has partnered with the software company, Travel Compositor, to launch a new integration that allows hoteliers to offer combined packages of hotel,…

Travel Agents

Trafalgar launches three USA and Canada trips for 2019

Christian Jul 10, 2018

Guided tour operator, Trafalgar, has launched its 2019 USA and Canada programme with three new choices that offer trips to national parks, coastal areas, old towns, and metropolitan cities.

Technology

Emirates launches 360-degree VR tours of Airbus A380

Simon Jul 10, 2018

Emirates has introduced 3D virtual reality (VR) seat models on emirates.com, which provides an immersive 360-degree view of the interior of the Emirates A380 and the Emirates Boeing 777.

Air

San Diego’s new biometric arrivals facility vital for “new air service”

Alastair Jul 10, 2018

The San Diego County Regional Airport Authority, alongside representatives from U.S. Customs and Border Protection and Turner|PCL Joint Venture, unveiled its new 12077 sqm international…

Find.Exchange: Revolut’s former head of product design launches forex app

Mili Jul 9, 2018

To gain the best exchange rate you are sometimes required to track the top rates for your holiday money you are going to need against your home currency before you decide to buy. Banishing…

Tourism

Could Japan be the next country to close due to overtourism?

Kristin Jul 5, 2018

Following the huge drop in inbound tourists after the Fukushima nuclear disaster in March 2011, the Japanese government boosted its tourism efforts and reintroduced Japan to the world.…

Hospitality

IHG sets out to acquire 51% stake in Regent Hotels & Resorts

Christian Jul 4, 2018

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has set out to acquire a 51% stake in Regent Hotels & Resorts, with a goal of bringing the brand to the top of the luxury segment and accelerating its…

South Korea

AccorHotels opens world’s 500th Novotel

Alastair Jul 3, 2018

The Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun has opened in South Korea.

Hospitality

East meets west at Nobu Hotel Miami Beach

Christian Jul 3, 2018

Nobu Hotels, the acclaimed hotel chain formed by the shared vision of a Hollywood icon and a globally recognised chef, has introduced its latest property, Nobu Hotel Miami Beach.

Hospitality

“When the guest has to think, luxury stops”

Christian Jun 27, 2018

Gerard Inzerillo, CEO at Forbes Travel Guide, talks about the key trends in luxury travel, how to stay competitive, and the cornerstone of the luxury hospitality experience.

Travel Agents

Saint Lucia marches on with three major trade initiatives

Christian Jun 27, 2018

The Caribbean island nation of Saint Lucia has topped all visitor records last year, paving the way for Saint Lucia Tourism Authority (SLTA) to introduce three new trade initiatives.

Hospitality

Direct bookings startup Triptease’s funding reaches USD 13 million

Alastair Jun 26, 2018

Following our story in April where Triptease content manager Lily McIlwain, told us about the direct booking start up's report into the future of A/B testing, the company has now announced…

Air

Netflights.com lists the 20 best airport lounges in the world

Mili Jun 26, 2018

To help avoid these airport blues, Netflights.com has taken a sneak peek into airport lounges around the world, to see if your time can be spent being less stressed and more travel happy.

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