OTH Hotels Adds Three East Coast Properties to Portfolio
OTH Hotels Resorts has expanded its portfolio with three new acquisitions on the U.S. East Coast. The company announced this growth in early June 2026, reinforcing its regional presence.
Whitsunday Skyway Reaches Key Milestone in Queensland Tourism
The Whitsunday Skyway has reached a major operational milestone, confirmed cleared for takeoff. Situated in Queensland's Whitsunday region, it represents progress in local tourism infrastructure.
Central and South America to Outperform Global Tourism Growth in 2026
The World Travel & Tourism Council forecasted in June 2026 that Central and South America's travel sectors will grow faster than the global tourism average in 2026. This highlights an expected regional outperformance within global tourism growth.
RIU Warns of Slowing Hotel Bookings in Spain
Spanish hotel group RIU has revealed a slowdown in hotel bookings in Spain. The company associates this trend with heightened travel uncertainties affecting demand in 2026.
Save Up to 25% at 800+ Hyatt Hotels Worldwide This Summer
Hyatt Hotels is providing discounts up to 25% off at more than 800 properties worldwide for summer 2026 stays. This offer aims to make global travel accommodations more budget-friendly.
Owner-Franchisee Collaboration Supports Hotel Growth
Closer collaboration between hotel owners and franchisees is being promoted as a key method to advance portfolio growth. The hotel industry is increasingly prioritizing joint strategies to improve management and asset expansion.
Hilton Launches Undergraduate Hotel Brand for College Towns
Hilton Worldwide has introduced Undergraduate by Hilton, a new lifestyle hotel brand targeting university markets in the USA. The brand expands Hilton's portfolio focused on college communities.
WTTC Forecasts Central and South America Tourism Surge in 2026
The World Travel & Tourism Council projects Central and South America will lead global tourism growth in 2026. The forecast was announced in early June 2026.
Smart Hotel Tech Revolutionizes Guest Experience Globally
Smart hotel technology is contributing to significant changes in the global travel and hospitality industry, with an emphasis on seamless guest experiences and operational improvements.
House Swapping Gains Popularity in 2026 Travel
House swapping is gaining popularity again in 2026, with more travelers choosing this alternative accommodation. The trend's resurgence is linked to the long-lasting impact of the film ‘The Holiday,’ released close to two decades ago.
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Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda Eye Single Tourist Visa for AFCON 2027
Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda plan a common tourist visa for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations to facilitate multi-country travel. Tanzania's participation marks a potential expansion of East Africa's existing joint visa scheme.
Australia Enforces New Student Visa Rules from October 2026
Australia’s Labor government enforced new visa rules on October 1, 2026, requiring international students to apply offshore for new visas and restricting addition of dependents. These changes affect students like Fatima Bonna and pose challenges to family reunification and study completion.
Yanolja Unveils AI Hotel Solutions, Global Distribution at ITB Asia 2026
Yanolja will showcase its hotel operations and lodging distribution solutions at ITB Asia 2026 in Singapore, featuring its subsidiaries YCS and YGG. Yanolja emphasizes its strategic shift to B2B technology with global networks, AI, and data capabilities to strengthen cooperation in the travel industry.