2016 Archives

More data on Airbnb's business will hopefully give the industry greater insight into how it really fits into the evolving hospitality ecosystem.

Marriott's internal story about how it's repositioning around technology, innovation, and an appreciation of both the individual guest and staff member resonates with Marriott's target Gen Y/Z audiences.

We will continue to decipher and define the big trends for you, the professional in the global travel industry. Read these to understand the big trends.

The cruise industry has struggled for years to shake its habit of discounting to fill ships. Royal Caribbean is sending a message that it is willing to lose a little revenue in the short term to achieve long-term gains.

The strength of the U.S. dollar is helping to make America a less attractive vacation option for international travelers.

Food tourism is nothing new, but its exponential growth is remaking how destinations position themselves in the global tourism marketplace.

Whether hospitality or booking, Africa presents an enormous opportunity for first-movers right now.

Expense reporting is still the bane of many business travelers' existences even though it doesn't have to be. Travelers are far ahead of their companies and it's time for mangers to adopt smarter tools like these to help their policies catch-up with the times.

Hotel loyalty programs are facing a period of dramatic change, driven by recent devaluations of member points and picky travelers that are less loyal than ever.

It's a bad year for frequent flyers as flights earn fewer miles and awards get more expensive.