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February 6, 2026

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What’s Next for Hotel Cybersecurity: Emerging Threats to Watch in 2026

💻 Hotels in North America face rising cyber threats, with 82% attacked last summer, over half targeted five times or more. AI-based services like chatbots and mobile check-ins are standard, with 78% using AI now and 84% planning expansion within two years. IoT devices increase vulnerabilities, with 48% of hotel IT leaders lacking confidence in detecting AI-generated attacks. To combat threats, hotels must adopt zero trust systems, boost vendor security, and enhance staff cybersecurity training.
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Travelers have had enough. It’s time to make hotel room bathrooms private again

🛠 A weekend getaway leads to unexpected intimacy due to a hotel's design choices. The toilet space, located close to the bed, features a thin glass panel with frosting that does not cover the entire surface. This design allows the user’s form to be visible, especially their feet, due to the panel's lack of frosted coverage at the bottom, creating potential audio and visual privacy concerns.
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Bernadotte & Kylberg designs signature suites in Stockholm’s Clarion Hotel Sign

🏨 Stockholm, December 2025: Clarion Hotel Sign, designed by Gert Wingårdh, unveils three Stratum Suites by Prince Carl Philip and Oscar Kylberg. Inspired by the hotel's angular architecture, the suites boast custom furniture and steel-lined walls, blending Swedish-made materials and reflective surfaces. The 558-room hotel features suites with distinct color palettes: Suite 8 in chocolate and orange, Suite 9 monochrome with pinks and greens, and Suite 10 in blue-grey and yellow tones.
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Where Travel Meets Nature: The Rise of Nature-Based Stays

🌳 Nature-based stays, including eco-lodges and farm retreats, are thriving. The market is set to grow from $15.5 billion in 2025 to $28.9 billion by 2032. Envi Lodges plans over 60 villas in Saudi Arabia and Africa by 2026. Travelers seek immersive outdoor experiences and local food sourcing. GCSTIMES, founded in 2011, innovates in sustainable solutions, with operations in China, the US, UAE, France, and Australia, reaching over 140 countries and aiding 100,000 hospitality groups.
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Kayak appoints Peer Bueller as CEO, Steve…

💻 Peter Buerger is appointed CEO of Kayak by Booking Holdings, replacing co-founder Steve Hafner after 22 years. Hafner transitions to Executive Chairman, focusing on AI innovation for the group. Buerger, who joined Kayak in 2016 as CFO and became COO in 2021, previously led international expansion and business travel platform growth. Under Hafner, Kayak launched and achieved industry-leading results post-2013 acquisition by Booking Holdings. Hafner will ensure strategic stability and focus on AI development.
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Pan Am returns with the support of Amadeus

✈️ Pan Am partners with Amadeus for its comeback, leveraging cutting-edge technology for premium travel. After ceasing operations in 1991, Pan Am's seventh relaunch effort, led by Ed Wegel since 2025, plans to use a fleet of Airbus A320 Neos based in Miami. With Amadeus' expertise, they aim to offer a seamless digital experience. This collaboration marks a significant step toward rekindling Pan Am's iconic legacy and targeting the premium market.
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Qantas levels up API integration for NDC…

✈️ Navan upgraded its New Distribution Capability (NDC) integration with Qantas, using the latest NDC API version. The upgrade enhances Navan's platform, allowing exclusive fares and premium services for frequent travelers in Qantas's Premium NDC Programme. Currently, 70% of Qantas flights booked on Navan use the Premium NDC. This strengthens corporate travel offerings by providing a seamless booking experience, dynamic commission offers, and personalized fare options. Ash Howell, Qantas's EVP Americas, highlighted the benefits for mutual customers.
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Jet2 adds TUI Musement platform to power…

🗺 Jet2 partners with Musement to enhance travel experiences for customers on Jet2holidays or Jet2.com flights, offering excursions, activities, and attractions. Launching in 2026, availability will initially be for direct bookings, with independent travel agent access later. The partnership aims to boost earnings for agents and improve customer experiences, according to Jet2 CEO Steve Heapy. Musement CEO Peter Ulwahn highlights the strategic growth opportunity in the Tours & Activities market.
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