The importance of digital keys in Apple Wallet for Hotels - Digital keys integrated into Apple Wallet are revolutionizing the hospitality industry, offering unparalleled convenience and a seamless guest experience.

Dec 13, 2024 • Hospitality

Booking.com’s review scoring gets a major update - The OTA is making significant changes to its review scoring system, prioritizing recent reviews over a simple average in its calculations.

Dec 13, 2024 • Hospitality

PwC: 2025 UK hotel market outlook - Below-average UK GDP growth could boost inbound tourism with the UK's relative affordability for international travelers.

Dec 13, 2024 • Hospitality

Marriott plans outdoor hospitality brand - The company is acquiring a hospitality company that specializes in rural cabins as the hotel giant lays plans for an outdoor-focused lodging collection.

Dec 13, 2024 • Hospitality

Why AI can never compete with travel agents - Yes, ChatGPT is great for sifting through information, but it can’t replace the human touch when it comes to booking a holiday.

Dec 12, 2024 • Hospitality

Europe's overlooked destinations are rising in popularity - Lastminute.com's Travel Horizons Report sheds light on which destinations have surged in popularity compared to 2023.

Dec 12, 2024 • Travel

Europe gains pricing control as hotels tackle rate parity - European hotel market leads in price parity, outperforming OTAs and metasearch engines with more aggressive pricing.

Dec 12, 2024 • Hospitality

Booking.com expects significant savings from its "transformation" - The company expects to achieve annual savings of up to $450 million as a result of the organizational changes announced in early November.

Dec 12, 2024 • Hospitality