Travel Experiences on Track to Hit $342 Billion by 2029
New data from Arival and Phocuswright shows the global travel experiences sector is set to reach $342 billion by 2029.
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Italy to Launch Fully Digital Visas and Expand Biometric Border Controls
Italy will introduce a fully digital visa system and expand biometric border checks from mid-2026, reshaping entry procedures for travelers.
Explora Journeys Positions Cruises as Five-Star Hotels at Sea in New Campaign
Explora Journeys launches a global campaign reframing luxury ocean cruises as five-star hotels at sea.
Mandarin Oriental Names Simone Biles as First Global Wellness Ambassador
Mandarin Oriental appoints Simone Biles as its first Global Wellness Ambassador, deepening its focus on holistic luxury wellbeing.
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Amadeus Acquires SkyLink to Accelerate AI-Powered Corporate Travel Booking
Amadeus expands its AI strategy with the acquisition of SkyLink, a conversational booking platform embedded in enterprise chat tools.
Barcelona Doubles Tourist Tax to Fund Housing and Curb Visitor Pressure
Barcelona raises its tourist tax to among the highest in Europe, directing part of the revenue toward affordable housing.
KAYAK Launches ‘Got That Right’ Campaign to Tackle Booking Anxiety
KAYAK introduces a new global campaign aimed at easing traveler anxiety and replacing booking doubt with confidence.
S4BT Acquires HotelHub to Expand Global Corporate Hotel Booking Platform
S4BT strengthens its corporate hotel technology footprint with the acquisition of HotelHub, expanding scale, infrastructure and UK market presence.
TourRadar Launches Hosted Trips to Help Creators and Agents Monetize Group Travel
TourRadar introduces Hosted Trips, enabling creators and travel agents to turn audiences into bookable multi-day departures.
Spirit Airlines Targets Early Summer Exit From Chapter 11
Spirit Airlines says it plans to exit Chapter 11 bankruptcy by late spring or early summer after reaching a restructuring agreement with bondholders.
voco Times Square – Broadway Opens as Brand’s Largest Hotel in the Americas
IHG’s voco brand debuts its largest hotel in the Americas with a 419-room property in the heart of Times Square.
Robert Downey Jr. Named Godparent of Disney Adventure Ahead of Singapore Debut
Robert Downey Jr. will serve as godparent of the Disney Adventure, Disney Cruise Line’s largest ship, debuting in Singapore on March 10.
Trump Organization Announces First Australian Tower on Gold Coast
Trump International Hotel & Tower Gold Coast will rise 335 meters, becoming Australia’s tallest building and the brand’s first project in the country.