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Iberostar and Meliá Exit Cuba Amid Sanctions
Spanish hotel groups Iberostar and Meliá are leaving the Cuban market due to intensifying U.S. sanctions. Their exit highlights growing pressures on hotel operations in Cuba.
Kasa Debuts New Apart-Hotel in Boston
Kasa has launched a new apart-hotel in Boston, advancing its expansion in the U.S. lodging market. This development marks a key addition to the brand's growing portfolio.
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Spain Anticipates Tourism and Economic Gains from Pope Leo XIV Visit
The visit of Pope Leo XIV to Spain in June 2026 is expected to result in increased tourism and economic benefits. Officials foresee higher visitor numbers benefiting local businesses during this period.
WTTC Urges Coordinated Calm as Ebola Outbreak Remains Localized
The World Travel & Tourism Council calls for a calm, coordinated response to a localized Ebola outbreak, emphasizing traveler confidence and measured health measures. They stress the outbreak remains confined without posing a global threat.
Hilton CIO Shares Insights on AI Trip Planner and Tokenomics Issues
Hilton's CIO has revealed work on an AI-driven trip planner. They also emphasized difficulties related to tokenomics in applying digital token economics within travel technology.
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Rise of Perpetual Travelers Creates Hotel Opportunities in 2026
Agoda has identified an uptrend in the number of perpetual travelers in 2026, a development that is prompting new strategies within the hotel industry. This travel behavior shift is creating untapped prospects for hotels.
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