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ITB China 2025 spotlights key travel trends

🗺 May 13, 2025, in Shanghai: ITB China 2025 will be held from May 27–29, spotlighting China's tourism rebound. China's outbound trips hit 130 million in 2024, projected to reach 155 million in 2025, and possibly 200 million by 2028. Gen Z and Millennials shape travel trends with a preference for spontaneity and exclusive experiences. 77% of trips are booked within a month, driven by tech-savvy travelers using AI and social platforms for personalized planning.
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NYC hoteliers applaud crackdown on illegal rentals

🚩 May 13, 2025, New York City targets Incentra Village House in Greenwich Village with the first lawsuit under Local Law 18, addressing unlicensed Airbnb operations. The property failed to meet safety standards, lacking fire alarms and sprinklers. This enforcement aims to protect licensed hotels and combat the housing shortage exacerbated by illegal short-term rentals. Airbnb argues the law inflates hotel prices. The lawsuit underscores NYC's commitment to guest safety and fair competition.
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New York City lowers 2025 visitor forecast by 3 million

🌏 May 13, 2025, New York City: Tourism projections for 2025 have been reduced by 3 million visitors due to shifting global travel sentiment. The new forecast anticipates 61.4 million visitors, down from 64.4 million. International arrivals, especially from Western Europe and Canada, face a sharp decline, with numbers falling from 14.1 million to 12.1 million. Domestic traveler forecasts are down by 1 million. Recovery for international travel might not occur until 2027–2029.
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Room00 secures €400M to redefine urban hospitality in Europe

🏨 Room00, a hospitality platform from Madrid, secured €400 million funding from King Street Capital Management on May 13, 2025. The investment will help Room00 expand its modular hotels in Southern Europe cities, targeting 200 properties and 15,000 rooms by 2029. Key locations include Madrid, Lisbon, Milan, and Rome, with plans to enter London by 2025. Partnering with Kryalos SGR in Italy, Room00 employs an asset-light, tech-driven model offering affordable, eco-conscious travel accommodations.
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Unpacking the true cost of hotel distribution

📈 May 12, 2025: HSMAI highlights hotel distribution costs, emphasizing the complexity of comparing OTAs with direct bookings. Direct bookings may not always be cost-effective due to ads, loyalty, and labor. Tools like Juyo Analytics aid in cost estimation but can be resource-intensive. NRevPAR isn't fully sufficient, and Google PMAX offers competitive advantages. Hoteliers need agility and transparency for long-term success, focusing on benchmarking and distribution strategies.
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Expedia turns Instagram Reels into bookings

📷 May 12, 2025, Expedia launched “Expedia Trip Matching,” an AI tool transforming Instagram travel reels into bookable itineraries. Users send a reel to @Expedia on Instagram for a personalized plan, bridging social media inspiration with booking. This feature targets millennials, marking Expedia as the first OTA to offer such integration. Beta access is live at Expedia.com/tripmatching, with a U.S. rollout soon.
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Expedia posts disappointing Q1 results amid slowing U.S. travel demand

🗺 May 12, 2025: Expedia's shares fell 7.5% after missing quarterly revenue estimates with Q1 revenue at $2.98 billion, short of the $3.01 billion expected. Room nights booked grew 6%, with stronger growth internationally. B2B bookings rose 14%, and ad revenue increased 20%. Economic factors like tariff tensions and high interest rates are affecting consumer confidence. Q2 forecasts 2%-4% booking growth and 3%-5% revenue growth, with a full-year guidance of similar growth and margin expansion.
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Travelers are waiting until the last minute to book trips

🏠 May 12, 2025, travel chaos and economic uncertainty lead to last-minute bookings as travelers seek deals. Last-minute flights, 4–8 weeks out, show savings, like sub-$300 flights to Cancun. Summer sees late flight availability to Europe, Canada, and the U.S., but trends may shift by July. Urban hotels see bookings within 3 days, while luxury resorts require months' advance bookings. Delays risk higher prices and limited choices. Experts suggest booking at comfortable prices due to unpredictable factors.
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Key drivers of hotel demand and pricing in 2025

📈 May 12, 2025, highlights the hospitality industry's evolution. Asia-Pacific leads in occupancy, overtaking Europe, due to business travel resurgence. Luxury travel grows with upscale hotels thriving in emerging markets. AI enhances efficiency with chatbots, dynamic pricing, and kiosks. Sustainability is key as eco-conscious travelers seek green-certified hotels. Hybrid travel trends affect booking patterns, necessitating agile hotel offerings. Stay updated on these trends to navigate 2025's dynamic hospitality landscape.
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Europe’s travel resilience in 2025

🌎 May 12, 2025: European tourism grew 4.9% in Q1 2025 compared to Q1 2024, with winter tourism leading the way. Slovakia (+14.3%) and Norway (+13.2%) saw significant gains. Eastern Europe, including Latvia (+27.8%), showed strong rebounds. Romania (+11.7%) experienced increased arrivals due to Schengen Area expansion. Traveler expenditure is set to rise by 14% in 2025, despite package holiday prices increasing 10–12% YoY. The U.S. market's outlook is mixed amid new tariffs.
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