IHG Hotels and Resorts is introducing its Vignette Collection brand to India, signaling growing confidence in the country’s luxury travel market and evolving guest expectations.
As OpenAI begins testing ads inside ChatGPT, travel brands may gain access to a powerful new channel where trip planning, discovery, and commercial intent converge in real time.
Active England has introduced Adventure by AE, a new trade-only tour brand designed to help travel advisors create active, bespoke itineraries across the U.K. and Ireland.
One of New York City’s most in-demand restaurants is expanding west, with The Corner Store set to open its first Las Vegas location at The Cosmopolitan.
Norwegian Cruise Line has revealed details of Norwegian Aura, a next-generation ship debuting in 2027 with expanded outdoor spaces, family-focused attractions, and Caribbean itineraries from Miami.
Hilton is entering the growing short-term and extended-stay apartment market with the launch of Apartment Collection by Hilton, blending residential-style living with hotel-level service.
FindaHostTravelAgency.com has unveiled a redesigned website featuring an AI-powered assistant aimed at helping travel advisors find the right host agency and educational resources.
Italy leads global travel demand in 2025, with Rome among the most booked cities, while Japan, Egypt, and island destinations highlight shifting patterns in luxury, value, and long-stay travel.
U.S. travel agencies crossed a historic milestone in 2025, generating more than $100 billion in airline ticket sales despite uneven demand and softer consumer confidence.
Low-cost carrier Wizz Air has reached a major passenger milestone while signaling a shift toward higher-yield travelers with the launch of its new Wizz Class product.
Soho House has secured last-minute funding to keep its $2.7 billion go-private transaction alive, overcoming a sudden financing gap just weeks before the expected closing.
Royal Caribbean Group has confirmed the launch date for Points Choice, a new flexible loyalty program allowing cruisers to allocate earned points across its three cruise brands.
Four Seasons is set to open a landmark hotel in Cartagena, Colombia, transforming centuries-old historic buildings into a luxury hospitality destination in the heart of Getsemaní.
G Adventures and National Geographic Expeditions have unveiled a new collection of high-end Signature itineraries that blend expert-led exploration, rare access, and immersive luxury across 28 global destinations.
Marriott International and Al Qimmah Hospitality have signed five new hotel projects in Saudi Arabia, adding more than 2,700 rooms across Jeddah, Makkah, and Madinah as tourism demand accelerates.