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New Research: Understanding the Hidden Costs of Direct-to-Consumer Retailing

In today’s rapidly evolving travel landscape, the trend toward direct-to-consumer (DTC) models has brought both opportunities and challenges. A new report from Travelport delves into the complexities and nuances of this shift, making a case for modern retailing that lets the customer compare apples to oranges in an apples-to-apples way.
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Are Your Meeting Contracts Really Protecting You?

There was a time when contracts were written haphazardly, and deals were secured with a handshake. Those days are over. Today, the industry relies heavily on detailed written terms.
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U.S. Hotel Construction Reaches 16-Month High

The U.S. hotel construction pipeline has reached a 16-month high with significant growth in midscale and economy segments, driven by newer brands and extended-stay projects.
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Hong Kong’s Many Maybes

Five years ago, it was the world’s 12th busiest airport by seats. Today, it’s number 30. Why is Hong Kong’s airline market so slow to recover? Will it ever be the dynamic market it once was?

Trump vs. Harris: What Each Administration Would Mean for the Travel Industry

President Joe Biden’s decision to leave the 2024 U.S. presidential race put an unprecedented twist on what was always going to be an unconventional election. But one thing is clear: Each potential administration’s policies will be wildly different – and have significant implications on the global travel industry.