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On behalf of California’s more than 6,000 hotels and 235,000 hotel employees, the California Hotel and Lodging Association (CHLA) has released a statement. It is in response to Governor Gavin Newsom’s announcement that the CHP-led Organized Retail Crime Task Force so far in 2025 has made 706 arrests and recovered nearly 150,000 stolen goods valued […]

All Nippon Airways (ANA) has become the first airline in the world to implement an AI-based turbulence prediction service developed by BlueWX Company Limited. The collaboration marks a significant step forward in enhancing flight safety, passenger comfort and operational reliability through advanced weather prediction technology, a crucial advancement as turbulence concerns intensify. ANA’s adoption of […]

The hospitality industry is rapidly evolving as artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics bring sweeping change. Hotels that implement automation are seeing operational costs drop by 30–40 percent, along with enhanced guest satisfaction and stronger revenue strategies. The AI-driven hospitality market is projected to surge to $1.46 billion by 2029 with an impressive 57.8 percent compound […]

Avoya Travel has announce the appointment of Marc Kazlauskas as its new CEO. A respected leader in the travel industry, Kazlauskas brings more than 30 years of experience in leisure travel, agency networks and executive strategy. Most recently, Kazlauskas served as president of FROSCH and managing director at JP Morgan Chase, overseeing premium travel services. […]

A new era in American rail travel begins later this month. Amtrak will officially launch on August 28 the NextGen Acela, its next-generation high-speed train, connecting Washington, D.C., New York City, and Boston along the Northeast Corridor. This marks a major milestone not just for the national rail provider, but for domestic travel overall. “NextGen […]

Upgraded Points recently surveyed more than 2,300 U.S. travelers about how often they purchase travel insurance, what they spend, and which vacation expenses they are most eager to protect. The comprehensive results reveal regional trends, demographic differences, and the lingering impact of past travel hassles on today’s insurance decisions. The survey revealed that 58.6 percent […]

IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced that it has surpassed one million open rooms across the globe, as demand for its brands continues to grow. Buoyed by an expanding travel industry and a proven global strategy, IHG has experienced remarkable growth, opening hundreds of hotels every year and doubling its brand portfolio to 20 in […]

HX Expeditions has announced the appointment of Kelvin Murray as director of expedition operations. Murray joins the operations leadership team (OLT) at a pivotal time, as HX celebrates 130 years of expedition excellence. In this role, Murray will work closely across both operations and commercial teams to ensure a consistently outstanding “Guest Expedition Experience”—one that […]

State legislators and leaders from the hospitality industry convened to urge passage of House Bill 1286, which would require short-term rental operators—in addition to hotels and other lodging establishments—across Pennsylvania to provide human trafficking awareness training to employees. The legislation, introduced by State Representative Regina Young (D-HD185) and co-sponsored by Representatives Robert Leadbeter, Eric Nelson […]

All Nippon Airways (ANA) has introduced free, high-speed in-flight internet service capable of video streaming for all international classes on its B767-300ER (202-seat configuration, JA625A) aircraft. Powered by the latest system from Viasat Inc., the advanced service ensures passengers enjoy smooth, fast connectivity from boarding to disembarkation, providing a ground-like internet experience in the air. […]