Everything on revenue management systems (RMS) for hotels. This hub brings together the latest news, product moves and trends around automated pricing and RMS technology, curated by 10 Minutes News. Keep up with the tools reshaping hotel revenue.
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Canary Technologies and Ulyses PMS by Septeo Announce Partnership to Expand AI-Powered Hospitality Across Spain
30 June 2026SAN FRANCISCO, CA — Canary Technologies, the global leader in hotel guest engagement technology, today announced a partnership with Ulyses PMS by Septeo, a leading cloud-based Property Management System (PMS) provider in Spain. Hotels using Ulyses PMS by Septeo can now seamlessly connect Canary’s AI powered hospitality solutions with their PMS to streamline operations, automate repetitive workflows and elevate the guest experience across every stage of the guest journey. The partnership further expands Canary’s presence in Spain’s growing hospitality market,…
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PATA Mid-Year Update: The Numbers Behind Asia Pacific’s Tourism Growth – China’s Volume, Vietnam’s Velocity
30 June 2026BANGKOK — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), in collaboration with the Research Centre for Digital Transformation of Tourism (RCDTT) at the School of Hotel and Tourism Management of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU), has released the PATA Asia Pacific Visitor Forecasts 2026-2028: Mid-Year Update , highlighting the destinations and source markets expected to drive the next phase of tourism growth across the region. The updated outlook projects that international visitor arrivals (IVAs) across 39 Asia Pacific destinations will…
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Hotel Industry Faces Operational Challenges Due to Fragmented Data Across Complex Technology Ecosystems, Highlighting Need for Integration
30 June 2026💻 The fragmented technology landscape in hotels creates inefficiencies. Modern hotels deploy complex systems like PMS and POS, yet struggle with data integration. Despite these systems managing reservations, transactions, and guest profiles, disconnected data hinders decision-making and personalization. Effective data governance and secure integration are now crucial for strategic advantage, transforming hotel data management into a business capability rather than a mere technical task. Unconnected systems can result in missed opportunities and operational friction.
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Hotel Mobile Check-In: Faster Guest Arrivals
30 June 2026The first ten minutes of a guest’s arrival define their entire stay. After navigating delayed flights, lost luggage, or heavy traffic, the last thing a traveler wants is to stand in an endless queue at the front desk. While the COVID-19 pandemic initially forced businesses to adopt contactless services simply to stay afloat, the narrative has shifted. Today, a seamless digital arrival is a baseline consumer expectation. Implementing a robust hotel mobile check-in process is rapidly becoming the industry standard…
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PPHE Hotel Group reimagines the digital guest experience across 17 European hotels through Hudini partnership
30 June 2026Dubai, 30 June 2026 – PPHE Hotel Group , the international hospitality real estate group which develops, owns and operates a multi-brand portfolio of hotels and resorts, has expanded its digital transformation strategy through a landmark partnership with Hudini . The agreement will see PPHE use Hudini’s integrated technology solutions across 17 of its European properties, supporting the group’s wider ambition to enhance service delivery, empower hotel teams and drive operational excellence. The partnership forms part of PPHE Hotel Group’s…
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Accor and H World Group Expand Long-Term Partnership Across Direct Booking and Loyalty Platforms
30 June 2026Paris – Accor, a world-leading hospitality group, and H World Group, one of the world’s largest hotel groups, today announced a new chapter in their long-term strategic alliance, with a phased partnership designed to broaden hotel choice and select loyalty benefits for ALL Accor and H Rewards members through their respective direct platforms across China, Europe and the Middle East. The expanded partnership lays the foundation for further and deeper collaboration over time. Just as our Master Franchise agreement with…
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Pullman Hotels & Resorts Brings its Brand Evolution to Life
30 June 2026Pullman Hotels & Resorts today unveils its new global brand campaign, marking a significant milestone in the brand’s evolution and reinforcing Pullman’s position as one of the world’s most progressive premium hospitality brands. Unveiled following Pullman xChange Paris, the second global edition of the brand’s flagship event, the campaign builds on the momentum of two days of immersive programming that brought together thought leaders, creatives, and cultural innovators around the theme of human connection. Together, the campaign and Pullman xChange…
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Bed Bug Safety Overtakes Stars, Cleanliness and Value as Travellers’ #1 Hotel Booking Concern, Phocuswright Research Confirms
30 June 20264 in 5 travellers across the US and Europe rank a guaranteed bed bug–safe room as their #1 hotel necessity; above non smoking rooms, Wi-Fi and air conditioning Bed bugs outrank linen cleanliness, value for money and staff friendliness as the single biggest concern at time of booking, in every market surveyed 84% would choose a certified 4-star hotel over an uncertified 5-star at the same price; 7 in 10 say they will pay more for a guaranteed safe stay…
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HVS Asia Pacific Hospitality Newsletter – Week Ending 26 June 2026
30 June 2026OUE REIT Sells Crowne Plaza Changi Airport for SGD500 Million in Singapore OUE Hospitality Sub-Trust , a wholly owned subsidiary of Singapore-based OUE REIT , has agreed to divest the 575-key Crowne Plaza Changi Airport for SGD500 million to a joint venture between Singapore-based OUE Limited and Japan-based Tokyo Century Corporation . The sale price reflects approximately SGD869,600 per key and represents a 1.3% premium to the average of two independent valuations. The hotel’s master lease agreement and hotel management…
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THE AI GAP: Why Hospitality’s Greatest Tech Opportunity Isn’t AI, It’s Guest Identity
30 June 2026We are currently in a cycle of high-speed experimentation. Seems like every boardroom and strategy session is focused on AI copilots, service automation, and predictive personalization. But these conversations are happening on a foundation of fragmented systems, inconsistent records, and data flows that are rarely under control. AI is not a magic fix for a broken foundation. Until we address the data trust gap, AI will simply scale existing problems rather than solving them. Organizing Around the Wrong Center For…
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Unlocking Poolside Leisure: GCSTIMES Key Card That Double-Functions as a Travel Companion
30 June 2026Summer afternoons unfold at an easy pace around the hotel pool. Guests lounge beneath the sun, cool off with refreshing drinks, and enjoy light snacks served on floating trays. Between dips in the water, many reach for their phones streaming a favorite TV series, catching up on social media, or sharing snapshots of the day with family and friends. Amid these moments, an everyday hotel essential finds a new purpose. Crafted from responsibly-sourced cherry wood, the floral-shaped wooden hotel key…
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Trip.com Reports Two-Thirds of Pre-Booking Queries Focus on Conditions Over Price, Affecting Booking Decisions
30 June 2026📅 June 30, 2026, Japan: Trip.com’s AI data shows that two-thirds of pre-booking queries are about conditions like baggage or cancellation, not price. Over three years, real-time use for issues like menu translation and local navigation has surged. The AI’s job is moving from discovery to decision-making, shortening hotel browsing sessions significantly. Clear, accessible policies win bookings, highlighting the importance of transparency over vague terms for hotels.
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Visa Launches Travel Platform in 10 Cities, Securing Direct Deals with Louvre, Disneyland Paris, and Printemps
30 June 2026🏠 Visa launched the Visa Destinations platform on June 25, 2026, across ten cities, including Paris, London, Dubai, and New York. More than 150 card issuers promote it. The platform focuses on dining, culture, and shopping, with direct deals for the Louvre, Disneyland Paris, and Printemps. Hotels are accessed via the pre-existing Visa Luxury Hotel Collection. The platform moves hotel decisions to a secondary role, influencing how trips are planned and where cardholders spend.
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A bank is now America’s sixth-biggest seller of travel
30 June 2026This article was written by Hospitality Today. Click here to read the original article Chase Travel is the No. 6 seller of travel in the US on $12.6 billion in
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Tao Group Takes Hospitality to New Heights at Hudson Yards
29 June 2026This article was written by Hospitality Design. Click here to read the original article Tao Group Hospitality has unveiled a sweeping reinvention of the 6,000-square-foot dining destination above Edge at
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Accor and H World Integrate Loyalty Programs, Connecting 430 Million Members Across China, Europe, and Middle East
29 June 2026📅 Accor and H World, over a 12-year partnership, are transitioning to a mutual loyalty collaboration across China, Europe, and the Middle East, fully implemented by 2026. They boast 430 million loyalty members (310M+ in H Rewards, nearly 120M in ALL Accor). This alliance allows Accor access to H World’s Chinese customers and H World access to Accor’s European and Middle Eastern hotels, enhancing geographic reach and expanding premium brand accessibility.
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Stefano Cuoco Discusses Miramis Italy’s Unique Hospitality Ventures in Stockholm and Tuscany on BrandInsiders Episode
29 June 2026🏨 Stefano Cuoco, leader of Miramis Italy and Sweden, shares insights in a 50-minute #BrandInsiders episode. Miramis, a hospitality innovator, focuses on luxury stays and entertainment venues in Stockholm and Tuscany. Key properties include LA ROQQA Hotel, Boutique Hotel Torre di Cala Piccola, and the upcoming Fattoria La Capitana. Discussed topics include hospitality growth through unique features, with an emphasis on sustainability and local storytelling. New openings include Gasometer arts center and Ex Cirio wellness property.
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10% of North American Beauty E-commerce Sales Now Stem from Social Commerce, Reports Circana’s New Market View.
29 June 2026💸 10% of North America’s beauty e-commerce sales come from social commerce, according to Circana. At Cannes Lions, Lindsay Pullins and Cara Pratt noted 70% of shoppers use AI for product search. The shift to AI-driven transactions is imminent, with agentic systems evaluating product data. Retail media’s fractured infrastructure impedes standardization, hindering progress. By 2030, brands succeeding will be those prioritizing product data over creative optimization.
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France Trends May 2026: French hotel market driven by upscale and Île-de-France
29 June 2026This article was written by HospitalityOn. Click here to read the original article From super-economy to luxury: a performance hierarchy that holds Looking by chain scale, the market shows clear
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IHG to introduce all its Luxury & Lifestyle brands to Saudi Arabia by 2028
29 June 2026Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – IHG Hotels & Resorts is set to introduce all six of its Luxury & Lifestyle brands into Saudi Arabia by 2028, with hotels for each brand either already open or in the pipeline, reinforcing the Kingdom as one of the company’s most important global growth markets and supporting Vision 2030. IHG’s journey in Saudi Arabia began in 1975 with the opening of InterContinental Riyadh. Five decades on, the Kingdom has become one of the Group’s most…
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AI Hospitality Alliance Names Founding Partners
29 June 2026This article was written by Lodging Magazine. Click here to read the original article SAN DIEGO, California—The AI Hospitality Alliance (AIHA) announced its inaugural group of founding partners, bringing together
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Hospitality Industry Faces Dual Challenges in AI Adoption: Vendor-Paced Internal Integration vs. Immediate Distribution Demands
29 June 2026💻 In the hospitality industry, adopting AI means two distinct processes: internal operations and distribution. Internally, hotels depend on PMS/RMS vendors for AI-native tools, which they can adopt at their own pace. Externally, AI-driven guest interactions have set a deadline for hotels to provide machine-readable information. While hotels traditionally buy systems, they now face the need to adapt quickly to AI demands in distribution, where machine-friendly data formats are crucial for maintaining competitive guest services.
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Villatel Launches Multi-Brand Platform with Villatel Resorts and Homes by Villatel to Expand Premium Offerings
29 June 2026🏨 In Orlando, Villatel introduces a new multi-brand platform, segmenting into Villatel Resorts and Homes by Villatel. This reorganization addresses traveler demand for larger accommodations and professional management. Villatel Resorts offers expansive stays with resort amenities, while Homes by Villatel focuses on curated vacation rentals. The flagship, Villatel Resort Orlando, exemplifies this new strategy aimed at scaling through development and acquisitions, maintaining consistent standards across leisure destinations.
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Hospitality Operator Forum 2026: relive the morning in full
29 June 2026This article was written by HospitalityOn. Click here to read the original article The first segment brought two generations of entrepreneurs into dialogue. Serge Trigano looked back on his ousting
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AI and the Booking Journey
29 June 2026For the past twenty years, hotel marketing has revolved around visibility. The goal was to appear on the first page of Google, rank highly on OTAs, build a strong review
