[ad_1] Skift Take While the extended-stay hotel boom may be more of a slow burn than a supernova, hotel brands with patience and deep pockets may find the long-term rewards to be substantial. Sean O’Neill America’s hotel companies have invested heavily in extended stays. Last year, Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt, and Wyndham all began rolling out […]

[ad_1] Coppa Club Tower Bridge is delighted to introduce a new design for its stunning igloos, as well as a new outdoor bar – bringing you the best location along the river to make the most of al-fresco dining & drinks with friends. This summer season the igloos at Coppa Club Tower Bridge have been inspired by the classic […]

[ad_1] The short-term rental industry is evolving. Barcelona introduced an impending ban on apartment rentals last month. New York City tightened the reins on STRs, implementing new regulations last year. The European Union has been exploring how to regulate the industry’s data. “I think, paradoxically, it’s a little bit of a challenge,” said Peter O’Connor, […]

[ad_1] It’s been a busy time for travel startups – 17 of them announced fundraises totaling over $317 million in the past three weeks. There’s a lot of variety in the areas these companies are working in: flying taxis, skiing tours, renewable jet fuel, loyalty, pest control, luggage, and a new travel media brand. Four […]

[ad_1] Renowned for its picturesque beaches and luxury experiences, Saadiyat Island proudly hosted Abu Dhabi’s first-ever Puppy Yoga event on June 29th at the stunning Jumeirah at Saadiyat Island Resort. This unique celebration of International Yoga Day drew overwhelming participation, with all four complimentary yoga sessions reaching full capacity. Known for its luxurious resorts, stunning white-sand beaches and […]

[ad_1] Startups and innovation more broadly are critical across the travel industry, spurring advancements that often tap into emerging technologies to create better experiences for travelers or to enhance efficiency and operations for suppliers and stakeholders. Each November PhocusWire publishes its selection of the 25 travel startups poised to stand out in the coming year. […]

[ad_1] Skift Take Earlier this year, the Indian government gave a boost to the tourism budget for development, but cut down the global promotion allocation by 97%. Now, as the final Budget is around the corner, the industry is hoping for a more significant resolution to its challenges. Bulbul Dhawan In February, the Indian government […]

[ad_1] Antara River Cruises, pioneers of river cruising in India,  recently hosted 50 Agents from the UK on the river ship Antara Ganges Voyager II for 3 nights and 4 days from June 8-11, 2024. The meticulously planned three day cruise, to showcase the  joys of cruising on the Ganges and excursions into the towns […]

[ad_1] Experts at The Phocuswright Conference last fall in Florida predicted 2024 would be a pivotal year for new distribution capability and airlines’ efforts to modernize distribution through direct connections with customers and travel agencies. They weren’t wrong. In April Delta became the last of the three major United States-based network airlines to hop aboard […]

[ad_1] Skift Take Mid-sized cities are becoming the new hotspots for July 4th getaways. Rashaad Jorden Travelers heading to destinations along the Atlantic coast for the Fourth of July weekend booked short-term rentals in large numbers. However, New York City didn’t see as many short-term rentals as it did last year for the holiday. Editor-in-Chief Sarah […]