Booking Holdings Accelerates ‘Connected Trip’ Strategy as AI and Flights Fuel Growth
Booking Holdings reports strong 2025 results, with multi-vertical “connected trip” bookings surging and AI driving efficiency gains.
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Booking Holdings reports strong 2025 results, with multi-vertical “connected trip” bookings surging and AI driving efficiency gains.
ASTA invites advisors to self-nominate for its 2026 Travel Advisor of the Year Award, recognizing creative and exceptional client service.
Airbnb rolls out its Reserve Now, Pay Later feature globally, allowing guests to secure eligible stays without paying at booking.
KimKim has introduced a new app that allows travel advisors to deliver personalized, day-by-day itineraries to clients through a secure digital platform.
OpenAI has begun testing ads inside ChatGPT, opening a new channel for travel brands to reach consumers during trip planning conversations.
Vietnam recorded one of the world’s strongest tourism rebounds in 2025, surpassing pre-pandemic levels as cities like Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and Hoi An drove a surge in international arrivals.
A new Cirium report reveals which airlines and airports delivered the strongest on-time performance in 2025, despite global disruption, airspace constraints, and operational pressure.
MSC Cruises is expanding its live-to-film entertainment lineup by debuting ‘Dirty Dancing: In Concert’ aboard MSC Poesia during its inaugural Alaska season, combining iconic music, live performances, and upgraded onboard experiences.
Federal government shutdowns deliver immediate and costly consequences for U.S. travel, with a new study estimating $6.1 billion in losses from a single 43-day disruption.
Prism, the parent company of OYO Hotels, has filed confidential IPO papers in India, aiming for a valuation of up to $8 billion after years of delayed listing plans.
Spain has imposed a €65 million fine on Airbnb for advertising tens of thousands of unlicensed tourist rentals, signaling a tougher stance on short-term rentals amid a growing housing crisis.
Envoyage will enroll all 200 of its advisors in ASTA’s Verified Travel Advisor certification program, doubling down on professional standards amid industry change.
B2B booking platform RateHawk is preparing a major push into the U.S. market in 2026, building on rapid growth among American travel advisors and rising transaction volumes.
The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne Miami has reopened after a $100 million transformation, unveiling redesigned rooms, new dining concepts, an expanded spa, and refreshed leisure facilities that elevate this iconic beachfront resort.
Euromonitor International has released its Top 100 Cities for 2025, with Paris once again crowned the world’s most attractive destination. Here’s what defines this year’s leading cities – and the global travel trends shaping the rankings.