ROW NYC Reopens in Times Square This May
The 1,300-room property debuts redesigned rooms, reimagined public spaces, and Percy All Day café after a comprehensive renovation, with rates starting at $279.
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Queer Destinations and HBX Group Launch First-of-its-Kind Conscious Travel Platform
The platform combines certification standards with booking technology, targeting the LGBTQ+ community's $3.7 trillion annual spending power.
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Memphis Riverline Hotel Unveiled, Marking a New Chapter for The Downtown Landmark
Former Sheraton Memphis Downtown transitions to independent Memphis Riverline Hotel while maintaining Marriott Bonvoy benefits and planning phased renovations.
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ITB Berlin and IPK International: Stable international travel, holidays dominate, South America with strong growth
International travel grew 4% in 2025 with South America leading at 11% growth, while business travel returned to 2019 levels for the first time.
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Hilton to Introduce Iconic Luxury Brand Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts to Goa
The 148-room property will open in 2030 on a 20-acre South Goa waterfront site, marking Waldorf Astoria's third hotel in India.
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ITB Berlin 2026: Hotel booking lead time increases 14% compared to last year, according to RateGain’s data
Berlin hotel bookings for ITB 2026 show travelers planning 84.75 days ahead versus 74.4 days last year, with ADR rising to €146.86.
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LodgIQ Announces Strategic Partnership with Convento do Espinheiro, Historic Hotel & Spa to Enhance Guest Revenue and Operational Insight
The 92-room luxury property in Évora, Portugal will use LodgIQ's AI platform to optimize pricing and unify data from PMS and CRS systems into a single dashboard.
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U.S. Food Waste Pact Report Shows Less Food Being Wasted in Retail and Foodservice Sectors
Retail unsold food rates dropped 1.1% while foodservice waste efficiency improved 5.7%, with pilot programs achieving over 50% waste reduction.
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While Hotels Add Tech, Some Are Taking It Away
Hotels like Grand Velas, Urban Cowboy Lodge, and Hoshinoya Kyoto are removing tech through device lockboxes, Wi-Fi-free rooms, and phone restrictions to promote guest wellness.
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Travel Companies Reshape Hiring Strategies as AI Becomes Integral to Operations and Customer Experience
🚀 Feb 26, 2026: Travel companies are transforming hiring strategies due to AI's role in distribution, operations, and customer experience. Major players are recruiting AI specialists and upskilling staff, making AI literacy a necessary skill. While AI enhances productivity, human skills like critical thinking remain vital. Early adopters report efficiency gains, and there's an increase in competitive pressure. Firms are adapting recruitment processes using AI tools but keep human oversight for final decisions.
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