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New York Islanders
fromTravel + Leisure
6 hours ago

The 'Heated Rivalry' Cottage Is Now on Airbnb-and You Can Book It for Just $181

Airbnb's new cottage listing is inspired by the popular series Heated Rivalry, featuring a romantic storyline between hockey rivals.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
4 days ago

Airbnb Is Launching Private Airport Transfers in 125 Cities-Here's How the New Service Works

Airbnb expands into transportation with a new chauffeured car service for travelers booking accommodations.
#hospitality
Marketing tech
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
1 day ago

AI Readiness for the World Cup: How One Cocktail Den Is Redefining the Guest Experience - Food & Beverage Magazine

Hospitality brands must be AI-ready to meet rising demand and expectations during global events like the World Cup.
Design
fromDesign Milk
4 days ago

Hyatt Union Square's Lobby Gets a Timely Refresh in Manhattan

Hotels have evolved into multifunctional spaces offering diverse services for travelers, businesspeople, and locals alike.
Berlin
fromEsquire
1 week ago

The Best New Hotels in the World 2026

Modern hospitality balances guest comfort with the desire for adventure, creating authentic experiences that facilitate personal growth during travel.
Berlin
fromInsideHook
3 weeks ago

What's Next for Hilton? A Yotel Partnership, For Starters.

Hilton partners with Yotel to expand its room offerings while allowing Yotel to maintain its independence and unique brand identity.
Marketing tech
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
1 day ago

AI Readiness for the World Cup: How One Cocktail Den Is Redefining the Guest Experience - Food & Beverage Magazine

Hospitality brands must be AI-ready to meet rising demand and expectations during global events like the World Cup.
Design
fromDesign Milk
4 days ago

Hyatt Union Square's Lobby Gets a Timely Refresh in Manhattan

Hotels have evolved into multifunctional spaces offering diverse services for travelers, businesspeople, and locals alike.
Berlin
fromEsquire
1 week ago

The Best New Hotels in the World 2026

Modern hospitality balances guest comfort with the desire for adventure, creating authentic experiences that facilitate personal growth during travel.
Berlin
fromInsideHook
3 weeks ago

What's Next for Hilton? A Yotel Partnership, For Starters.

Hilton partners with Yotel to expand its room offerings while allowing Yotel to maintain its independence and unique brand identity.
Travel
fromEntrepreneur
3 hours ago

She Started Using a Wheelchair and Saw a Serious 'Chasm.' Her Business Solution Led to $75M in Under a Year.

Morales's experience with luxury travel revealed significant accessibility gaps, prompting her to lead an initiative for accessible travel at Fora.
London food
fromCN Traveller
6 years ago

The best hotels in Cornwall for 2026

The Scarlet Hotel in Cornwall offers a unique eco-friendly spa experience with stunning views and a focus on relaxation.
Dining
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

A New Restaurant Rule Is Spreading Across 11 States - And Customers Love It

Restaurants are implementing phone bans to combat screen fatigue and enhance social interactions.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
8 hours ago

Guests expose hotel safety failings beyond Travelodge

A woman was raped by a colleague in a hotel room due to security failings, raising concerns about hotel safety protocols.
fromThe Atlantic
9 hours ago

I Found It: The Best Free Restaurant Bread in America

The first type of American: people who joyride the day's updrafts like marvelous, glossy crows. They easily recall the locations of treats encountered over their lifetime. They answer this question Glock-shot fast, as if they have been waiting to be asked it. They are happy.
NYC food
Miami food
fromTravel + Leisure
20 hours ago

This New Miami Beach, Florida, Boutique Hotel Has a Lively Restaurant by a James Beard Award-winning Chef and Chic Tropical-inspired Interiors

Casa Cañita, a new Miami Beach hotel, opens April 23, featuring a tropical design, unique amenities, and a restaurant by chef Michelle Bernstein.
#foodservice
Online marketing
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
1 day ago

Elevate Your Foodservice Game: Innovative Social Media Marketing Strategies - Food & Beverage Magazine

Foodservice marketing must evolve with digital strategies, focusing on audience engagement through social media and innovative content creation.
Online marketing
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
1 day ago

Elevate Your Foodservice Game: Innovative Social Media Marketing Strategies - Food & Beverage Magazine

Foodservice marketing must evolve with digital strategies, focusing on audience engagement through social media and innovative content creation.
Food & drink
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
3 weeks ago

Harnessing Technology and Trends in the Foodservice Industry: A Guide for Professionals - Food & Beverage Magazine

Technological advancements and changing consumer preferences drive evolution in the foodservice and beverage industry, necessitating adaptation for success.
London startup
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

Delta is rolling out a new business class suite on Airbus widebody planes. Here's what it will look like.

Delta is launching a new business class suite on A350-1000s and A330s to enhance premium offerings and meet rising demand.
Renovation
fromInsideHook
2 days ago

A Historic Rhode Island Hotel Prepares for a Grand Reopening

Hotel Viking in Newport, Rhode Island, celebrates its 100th birthday with a large-scale renovation and a grand reopening planned for May 2026.
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
1 day ago

Step Inside Casa Dani by sbe - Food & Beverage Magazine

Casa Dani is more than a restaurant-it's an invitation into the culinary world of Chef García. The menu brings together iconic creations from his award-winning, Michelin-starred concepts, now for the first time on the West Coast.
LA food
#data-breach
fromTheregister
1 day ago
Privacy professionals

Booking.com warns of possible reservation data exposure

Booking.com warns customers of potential data exposure due to unauthorized access, affecting reservation details but not financial information.
fromTechzine Global
1 day ago
Privacy professionals

Booking.com confirms data breach, but is tight-lipped about details

A data breach at Booking.com exposed customer bookings, with unauthorized access to personal information, though the extent and timing remain unclear.
Privacy professionals
fromTheregister
1 day ago

Booking.com warns of possible reservation data exposure

Booking.com warns customers of potential data exposure due to unauthorized access, affecting reservation details but not financial information.
Privacy professionals
fromTechzine Global
1 day ago

Booking.com confirms data breach, but is tight-lipped about details

A data breach at Booking.com exposed customer bookings, with unauthorized access to personal information, though the extent and timing remain unclear.
Berlin
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

I spent a night at a buzzy Hilton in Chicago. My $240 room was way more luxurious than I expected.

theWit hotel in downtown Chicago offers luxurious accommodations at an affordable price, featuring whimsical design and modern amenities.
fromTravel + Leisure
3 days ago

I've Been to 50 Countries-but Choosing a Queer-friendly Honeymoon Was the Hardest Trip Yet

Choosing a honeymoon destination felt far harder than any assignment. This wasn't just another trip. As a queer woman, the list of potential destinations narrowed quickly.
NYC LGBT
fromInc
4 days ago

This Airline Is Hiring a Freelancer for its New Marketing Campaign. The Position Has 1 Unusual Requirement

Icelandair wants to find a terrible amateur photographer, someone with no professional training or experience—and no real interest in gaining any of those skills.
Photography
#travel
Travel
fromThe Atlantic
4 days ago

Are Your Summer Travel Plans Doomed?

The Great Travel Meltdown of 2026 is driven by geopolitical tensions and domestic issues affecting air travel.
Travel
fromThe Atlantic
4 days ago

Are Your Summer Travel Plans Doomed?

The Great Travel Meltdown of 2026 is driven by geopolitical tensions and domestic issues affecting air travel.
LA real estate
fromTravel + Leisure
6 days ago

One of the Most Expensive Cities in Southern California Now Has a Chic New Hotel That's Actually Affordable

A new hotel in Beverly Hills offers affordable stays, ranging from $200 to $500 per night, in a traditionally expensive market.
fromLondon Unattached
6 days ago

INTER ALIA Review

Rosamund Pike's portrayal of Judge Jessica Parks is a high-energy performance, showcasing her ability to balance the demands of the law with her personal life. The character embodies the struggle of women who must navigate multiple roles, often sacrificing their autonomy for the needs of others.
Law
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
1 day ago

Discover Golden Child Rooftop at Hotel Park Ave NYC

Golden Child Rooftop is envisioned as a social hub without elitist membership fees, catering to both hotel guests and New Yorkers seeking a fresh rooftop experience.
Dining
fromTravel + Leisure
1 day ago

Australia's Iconic Trains Just Unveiled Luxe New Suites With Butler Service and Private Dining

"Our iconic trains have long connected guests with some of the country's most extraordinary landscapes, and these Suites elevate that experience to an entirely new level," Chris Tallent, Journey Beyond's CEO, said in a statement.
Travel
fromArchDaily
1 day ago

Songtsm Travel Hotel Jiuzhai / Thinking Design

Design here is not about 'renovation,' but about 'recalling': recalling the memories sealed within the land, the breath hidden in the mountain forests and timber, and the traces of time buried in the layered mountains.
Renovation
#house-swapping
Paris food
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

House swaps: why exchanging home could be a ticket to a dream holiday

House swapping offers a cost-effective way to vacation, allowing families to save significantly on accommodation expenses.
Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

It's like having a friend everywhere you travel': after 12 home exchanges, I'll never book a hotel again

House swapping allows affordable accommodation worldwide, fostering genuine relationships and unique experiences while significantly reducing travel costs.
Paris food
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

House swaps: why exchanging home could be a ticket to a dream holiday

House swapping offers a cost-effective way to vacation, allowing families to save significantly on accommodation expenses.
Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

It's like having a friend everywhere you travel': after 12 home exchanges, I'll never book a hotel again

House swapping allows affordable accommodation worldwide, fostering genuine relationships and unique experiences while significantly reducing travel costs.
#luxury-hospitality
Berlin
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
4 days ago

Omni Hotels & Peter Millar: A New Era in Luxury Hospitality

Omni Hotels & Resorts partners with Peter Millar to enhance luxury guest experiences with bespoke design and exclusive amenities.
Travel
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

The Weighted Hotel Minibar Is Wildly Outdated

Weighted minibars in luxury hotels contradict the freedom and trust that define true luxury hospitality experiences.
fromGSMArena.com
3 days ago

AI Mode in Google Search now helps you book restaurants in the UK

Users can describe their restaurant needs, such as 'find a table for two at a dog-friendly Italian restaurant in Shoreditch for Saturday at 7PM.'
London food
#artificial-intelligence
Marketing tech
fromPhocuswire
in 2 months

AI pulls travel brands deeper into commerce media

AI is transforming digital advertising in travel by enabling commerce media, allowing brands to leverage first-party data for targeted ads.
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Ten Predictions for the Hospitality Industry in 2026 and Beyond: Insights from Cayuga Hospitality Consultants' Annual Conference 2025 - Food & Beverage Magazine

AI integration, refinancing pressures, rising insurance costs, labor shortages, evolving hospitality education, and outsourced expertise will reshape hotel operations and ownership strategies.
Marketing tech
fromPhocuswire
in 2 months

AI pulls travel brands deeper into commerce media

AI is transforming digital advertising in travel by enabling commerce media, allowing brands to leverage first-party data for targeted ads.
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Ten Predictions for the Hospitality Industry in 2026 and Beyond: Insights from Cayuga Hospitality Consultants' Annual Conference 2025 - Food & Beverage Magazine

Online marketing
fromEntrepreneur
6 days ago

Most Restaurants Are Missing Out on the Platform That Brings Customers In - Here's What a Google Strategist Recommends

YouTube serves as a powerful discovery engine for restaurants, enhancing audience reach and customer loyalty through diverse content formats.
Renovation
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

A Gen X dad built a DIY tiny home. He hopes it will earn $15,000 a year on Airbnb.

Jim McElwain built a fully furnished tiny home over ten years, planning to list it on Airbnb for $250 a night.
Berlin
fromIndependent
3 days ago

Kerry hotels back in tourism work as more than 90 Ukrainian accommodation contracts end

Hotels in Kerry are resuming tourist accommodations after ending contracts for Ukrainian refugees.
Dining
fromConde Nast Traveler
4 days ago

The Irish Chef Creating a New Hospitality Culture in Edinburgh

Norah is a successful restaurant in Edinburgh, emphasizing good cooking and hospitality inspired by the owner's grandmother.
Marketing tech
fromBusiness Matters
4 days ago

Google takes on Opentable with AI that books your dinner in seconds

Google has launched an AI tool for restaurant bookings, allowing users to secure tables directly from the search bar.
London food
fromElite Traveler
4 days ago

Farm-to-Glass Drinks Are the Lake District's Best-Kept Secret

The Lake District is renowned for its landscapes and has the most Michelin stars outside London, with L'Enclume showcasing local produce.
Travel
fromConde Nast Traveler
6 days ago

The Most Exciting Hotel Openings of Spring 2026, From Saint Lucia to Maine

This season's hotel openings emphasize evolution in familiar destinations, blending high design with wellness and transformative experiences.
Renovation
fromTravel + Leisure
5 days ago

This Hotel in New Zealand Is Home to World-Class Golf, Oceanfront Villas, and a Hidden Speakeasy

Te Arai Links transforms a natural coastline into a luxurious golf resort while maintaining the area's original beauty and character.
#marriott-bonvoy
Dining
fromForbes
6 days ago

Marriott Bonvoy And American Express Are Giving New Yorkers A Shot At The Impossible: A Seat At Rao's

Marriott Bonvoy and American Express are hosting Dinner Rush, an exclusive event recreating Rao's dining experience at JW Marriott Essex House on April 23.
Marketing
fromThedrum
2 weeks ago

Forging a New Path for Hotel Brands in the Metaverse - Marriott Bonvoy

Marriott Bonvoy leveraged gaming to engage new domestic leisure travelers and became the first major hotel brand in the metaverse.
Dining
fromForbes
6 days ago

Marriott Bonvoy And American Express Are Giving New Yorkers A Shot At The Impossible: A Seat At Rao's

Marriott Bonvoy and American Express are hosting Dinner Rush, an exclusive event recreating Rao's dining experience at JW Marriott Essex House on April 23.
Marketing
fromThedrum
2 weeks ago

Forging a New Path for Hotel Brands in the Metaverse - Marriott Bonvoy

Marriott Bonvoy leveraged gaming to engage new domestic leisure travelers and became the first major hotel brand in the metaverse.
Marketing tech
fromPhocuswire
in 2 months

Travel marketing's AI identity crisis

AI is fundamentally changing travel marketing, requiring a complete rethinking of traditional strategies and customer engagement.
Berlin
fromwww.archdaily.com
6 days ago

Not a Hotel Setouchi Resort / BIG

NOT A HOTEL Setouchi features three villas made from local soil using rammed earth techniques, emphasizing sustainability and luxury on Sagishima island.
Media industry
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

How to Stay Up to Date with the Travel Industry in 2026

Travel professionals must stay informed through industry publications, niche newsletters, and strategic social media use to navigate rapid industry changes and maintain competitive advantage.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
5 days ago

Despite Safety Concerns, Travelers Still Want to Explore New Destinations in 2026

Travelers in 2026 perceive international travel as more dangerous and unpredictable, with health emergencies being the top concern.
fromInsideHook
1 week ago

Why Are So Many Luxury Hotels Nickel-and-Diming Their Guests?

Luxury hotels are supposed to provide exceptional hospitality, yet many seem to prioritize profit over guest satisfaction, leading to feelings of exploitation during stays.
Berlin
fromConde Nast Traveler
2 weeks ago

At These Hotels, Turndown Service Is an Opportunity for Storytelling

"Storytelling has always been at the heart of the American West, and sharing a classic cowboy poem at turndown brings that heritage into the guest experience in a more personal way."
Berlin
fromwww.cnn.com
4 weeks ago

The restaurant reservation wars show no signs of slowing down

Restaurant owners like Panjwani are caught in the middle of a growing battle of new and established reservation platforms vying for their business. The two dominant players for more than a decade, OpenTable and Resy, are now facing a wave of fresh competition from high-end services and even delivery apps all trying to win lucrative bookings at exclusive establishments.
Dining
Travel
fromConde Nast Traveler
4 weeks ago

The 5 Big Travel Trends We're Seeing for 2026, According to Our Top Travel Specialists

Travel trends in 2026 emphasize cognitive wellness experiences, sports tourism growth, and targeted mental performance training alongside traditional relaxation activities.
fromInsideHook
2 months ago

Is There a Paradox at the Heart of Some Boutique Hotels?

That is one of several conclusions you're likely to draw after reading an article by Sheila Yasmin Marikar recently published in Air Mail. Marikar takes the reader into the world of small boutique hotels, the sort of establishment that attracts travelers looking for properties with an independent streak and a unique approach to doing business. The challenge here, though, is figuring out where that line exists, as some iconoclastic companies have acquired massive corporate parents over the years.
Real estate
Digital life
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

The Simple Way to Get a Bigger Hotel Room for Free-Plus More Tips From Experts

Polite, in-person requests, travel-agent advocacy, direct bookings, and loyalty status can increase chances of receiving complimentary hotel room upgrades.
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

Does the Future of Booking Hotels Involve AI Agents?

It isn't a universal truth, but a vast number of goods and services have their own full-circle moments. While there are still plenty of travel agencies in the U.S., the overall number is still down considerably from a peak in the 1980s. For some industry forecasters, though, the future looks a lot like the recent past, except that instead of travelers trusting human agents with making their travel plans a reality, they'll use AI agents for the same purpose.
E-Commerce
Fashion & style
fromElite Traveler
2 months ago

The Coolest Hotel Merch Collaborations of the Moment

Hotels are creating limited-edition, fashion-like merchandise ('resortcore') that builds retail identities and signals guest taste and access.
fromConde Nast Traveler
2 months ago

15 Design-Forward Rentals to Book For the Summer

For the traveler who finds romance in a curved wall, chases good lighting, and believes a space should quietly seduce, a good design-led vacation rental is the destination as much as the location around it. These are homes chosen for how they look, feel, and linger in our memory-where architecture, interiors, and setting shape the experience of travel itself. Across the sun-washed corners of Italy, Spain, Portugal, and beyond, today's most compelling rentals are as
Real estate
Berlin
fromArchitectural Digest
1 month ago

8 Hotels Around the World With Breathtaking Bedscapes

Luxury hotels distinguish themselves through innovative bed designs and sleep environments, from ice sculptures to canopied structures, creating memorable and immersive guest experiences.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

The Hotel Amenities Most Travelers Forget to Ask For-But Should Request During Their Stay

Hotels provide complimentary amenities to guests who forget or leave behind items, allowing travelers to pack lighter while maintaining comfort and convenience.
Berlin
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 month ago

9 Dreamy Hotels Our Editors Are Booking This Summer

Condé Nast Traveler editors highlight nine exceptional hotels across global destinations for summer travel, including properties in Stockholm, the Amalfi Coast, and the Jersey Shore.
Travel
fromIndependent
1 month ago

I've visited hundreds of hotels - here are six simple ways Irish stays can make guests go 'ooh'

Small, thoughtful details in hotels create more memorable impressions than elaborate amenities or high-end service.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

We Asked Hotel Housekeeping Pros How to Be a Better Hotel Guest-Here's What They Said

Housekeeping professionals prefer guests hang damp items, declutter surfaces, and consolidate used towels in one area to enable efficient cleaning and faster room turnover.
fromInsideHook
2 months ago

Where Have All the Hotel Bathroom Doors Gone?

On a recent two-week trip to Japan with my fiancé - six cities, six hotels - every stay was gorgeous and perfectly appointed. We wanted for nothing. Except, in most cases, a proper bathroom door. Instead, we spent the better part of two weeks making accidental eye contact through frosted glass and translucent panels while one of us was otherwise occupied. A design choice, apparently. A test of intimacy, definitely.
Travel
Travel
fromConde Nast Traveler
2 months ago

The Airbnbs Our Editors Are Booking for 2026

Vacation rentals provide private, amenity-rich, and spacious alternatives to hotels, ideal for immersive stays across North America, Europe, Asia, and Africa.
Travel
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

The new era of travel marketing

Consumers experience their highest travel satisfaction at the moment of booking, making the booking process itself the primary marketing opportunity.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

Is It Better to Book Directly With Hotels and Airlines? We Asked the Experts

Booking direct versus through third-party platforms depends on your specific trip needs and payment method, with direct bookings offering better control and customer support while prices remain largely equivalent across platforms.
Travel
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

Towering over the competition: which companies are driving 2026's tourism hotspots?

Transformative hospitality and construction projects are driving a 2026 global tourism resurgence, reshaping destinations through eco-luxury, infrastructure expansion, and cultural preservation.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

How Messy Should You Leave Your Hotel Room? We Asked Etiquette Experts

Leave hotel rooms reasonably tidy and organize belongings to minimize housekeeping work; guests needn't make the bed but should clean up after pets.
Travel
fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago

Why hotel checkout times are getting earlier and the pushback guests can legally make - Silicon Canals

Hotels are enforcing stricter check-in and checkout times due to housekeeping staffing shortages, reducing flexibility for travelers.
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