The Meeting With No Memory – By Terence Ronson
How AI turns the hotel's daily morning briefing into an actual M&M — rather than a status report that resets every 24 hours.
Oceania Unveils 2028 Aurelia Around the World Voyage Segments
Oceania Cruises has opened 12 segments of the Oceania Aurelia’s inaugural 180-day “Around the World” 2028 voyage for booking. Ranging from 10 to 19 days, each segment offers travelers a slice of the ship’s glo…
Fat Badger Group returns to BWH Hotels GB with seven Yorkshire properties
Seven Fat Badger Group hotels in Yorkshire rejoin BWH Hotels GB under the BW Premier Collection brand, gaining global distribution, loyalty access, and revenue support while retaining their individual identities.
Before the Cape Cod Getaway Begins, Ocean Edge Makes the First Conversation Count
Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club in Cape Cod has implemented a proactive pre-arrival communication strategy, aiming to enhance guest satisfaction and encourage direct bookings by initiating personalized conversations bef…
Elevating Hotel F&B to Drive Demand and Revenue
Food and beverage remains an integral component of both hotel operations and the guest experience. Travelers continue to prove that they’re willing to pay more for exemplary, genuine experiences.
AIDA Cruises Crowns Three Innovation Hub Winners in Rostock
AIDA Cruises has selected three winners of its Innovation Hub competition, fostering innovative solutions for the future of the maritime industry. A total of nine finalists presented their concepts at the AIDA headqua…
Arctic-Aged Barolo Wine to Debut on Hurtigruten Ships in Norway
Hurtigruten has raised 1,002 bottles of Barolo from a location 34 meters beneath Arctic waters off northern Norway. The cruise line said in a press release that this marks the world debut of Arctic Barolo, which will…
Planning a New Cruise Operation? These Ships May Be Available
A series of cruise ships is currently available for new cruise operations, according to data from the new Secondhand Market Report from Cruise Industry News. The list includes the World Odyssey, which is looking for a…
Flydubai CEO Expects Pre-War Capacity by Year-End After Steep Decline
The airline is investing in premium retrofits to boost revenue now, even as Boeing delays push its widebody plans to 2028.
Google’s Latest Search Changes Could Reshape the Direct Booking Battle
Google's DMA-driven search changes have already cut free direct booking clicks by up to 30% for some European hotels, prompting a broader rethink of channel mix, acquisition costs, and guest data strategy.