Hotels

WTTC forecasts that tourism GDP growth in Central and South America will exceed four percent in 2026, surpassing global rates. Key countries such as Brazil and Argentina are expected to lead this regional surge.

A kitchen fire in a Wexford hotel led to a full evacuation overnight on June 4, 2026. Emergency services promptly responded to the incident to safeguard guests and staff.

Ireland's hotel sector saw an €85 million sales revival in June 2026. The increase was mainly driven by heightened interest in conference rooms and golf amenities.

IHG Hotels & Resorts has unveiled ChatGPT-powered booking tools to enhance AI travel planning. The update is designed to provide faster, more interactive hotel booking experiences.

American Airlines has installed Starlink internet on more than 500 aircraft ahead of the 2026 summer season. This upgrade is designed to improve in-flight connectivity for passengers during peak travel times.

Agoda has highlighted the growing trend of perpetual travelers in 2026, pointing to evolving travel behaviors that present new hotel opportunities globally. This shift emphasizes changing traveler demands hotels can address.

A travel package to the Italian Grand Prix at Monza includes flights and five nights hotel accommodation for under £800. This offers a budget-friendly option for UK fans to attend the event.

The Cori Hornbæk Hotel has officially opened in Denmark, introducing new modern accommodation choices in the Hornbæk area as of June 2026. Details on services remain limited.

Meliá Hotels International is closing multiple hotel properties in Cuba amid growing economic and geopolitical challenges. This marks a setback for the island's tourism sector.

Central and South America's travel & tourism GDP is forecasted to grow above 4% in 2026, outpacing global rates. Brazil, Colombia, Argentina, and others drive this regional tourism surge.