Global hotel pricing is expected to stay largely steady through 2026, as geopolitical instability and concerns over potential U.S. tariffs temper demand and hold back sharp rate hikes, according to the latest “Hotel Monitor 2026” from American Express Global Business Travel (Amex GBT). The annual forecast, which analyzes Amex GBT data alongside International Monetary Fund […]

VIVA Cruises has unveiled a limited-time offer for North American travel advisors and their clients: a flight credit of $300 per person when booking a VIVA Boutique cruise aboard the brand’s luxury vessel, Viva Beyond, slated to debut in May 2026. Travel advisors must book by September 30, 2025, to take advantage of this limited-time […]

Radisson Hotel Group is accelerating its growth in France with a series of high-profile signings and openings. Supported by strong partnerships with real-estate groups such as Covivio and Byron Capital, the group is reshaping its presence in key destinations through targeted conversions, ranging from luxury lifestyle to upscale segments. Four recent signings bring the group’s […]

GoNexus Group’s Global DMC Network by NexusTours is accelerating its international growth strategy, following the successful launch of operations in Las Vegas. The milestone positions the company to expand further across North America, Latin America, the Caribbean, and eventually Europe. The Las Vegas debut marks the network’s entry into one of North America’s most important […]

Spirit Airlines has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection for the second time in less than 12 months, launching a court-supervised restructuring aimed at overhauling the carrier’s finances, network and fleet strategy. Parent company Spirit Aviation Holdings, Inc. announced the voluntary petitions on August 29 in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of […]

Accessible tourism is no longer considered a niche market, according to the latest “Accessible Tourism Trends Report” from TUR4all Travel. With 1.3 billion people worldwide living with disabilities and an aging population driving demand, the sector has grown into one of the fastest-expanding and most influential in the global travel industry. “With over 1.3 billion people […]

Indy Pass has announced that 43 new resorts have signed on for the 2025/26 season. These new resorts will be joined by 228 returning from last year, forming an unprecedented 271-resort coalition. With the increase in capacity that these resorts provide, a limited quantity of Indy Passes for the general public is now back on […]

It’s official. Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has filed a lawsuit to block the extension of Hawaii‘s Transient Accommodations Tax (TAT) to cruise ship passengers. That TAT is expected to go into effect starting January 1, 2026, unless the court acts. If not, passengers will be subject to an 11% tax on their cruise fares […]

Together with host resort Sandals South Coast in Jamaica, the American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA) wrapped up a successful Caribbean Showcase 2025. Held August 23–27, the annual event convened more than 350 global travel advisors, suppliers and industry leaders for an immersive week of educational sessions, networking and destination experiences, all aimed at strengthening […]

FlightHub has released the second edition of its Unveiled list, offering fresh insight into today’s travel and booking behaviour. Drawing on North American booking data from Q4 2024 and the first half of 2025, this year’s list uncovers clear shifts in consumer preferences, from generational getaways to dramatic destination shakeups. The report also highlights the […]