Sirma Showcases Connected AI for Hospitality at HITEC 2026
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Spain Hotel Prices Up 7.5% with Strong Summer 2026 Travel Demand
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Sports Tourism Growth Creates Opportunities for Hoteliers in 2026
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Marriott Mexico Hotels Offering Up to 25% Discount Until June 2
Marriott Hotels in Mexico are offering discounts of up to 25% for bookings made by June 2. The deal applies to selected properties across Mexico.
Sunwing Vacations Relaunches Sun Week with Deals and Prizes
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Frontier Airlines Relaunches $399 Unlimited Flight Pass
Frontier Airlines has relaunched its Unlimited Flight Pass priced at $399. The pass allows unlimited flights within the U.S., offering greater flexibility for domestic travelers.
Italy Nationwide Transport Strike May 29 Disrupts Flights, Trains, and Ferries
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Prague Boosts Meetings Sector and Launches Unified Tourism Brand
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Qatar’s Rise as a Global Business Events Hub at IMEX Frankfurt 2026
Qatar's active participation in IMEX Frankfurt 2026 emphasized its expanding role in the global business events sector. The country's presence at the event signals growing involvement in the international MICE industry.
IHG Expands Luxury Vignette Collection in Portugal
IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed a new property in Portugal for its Vignette Collection, advancing its luxury hotel portfolio. The move signals increased focus on lifestyle hotels within the Portuguese market.
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The Greek government will raise the property transfer tax from 3% to 15% for non-EU buyers of residential properties starting July 1, 2027. This change significantly increases costs for investors in the Greece Golden Visa program.
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