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China opens antitrust probe into Trip.com

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  • 15 January 2026
📈 China, Jan 15, 2026: An antitrust investigation targets Trip.com, China's largest online travel platform, under the Anti-Monopoly Law. Regulators assess whether Trip.com abused its market dominance, potentially impacting competition. Despite the investigation, Trip.com pledges full cooperation while maintaining operations. The news prompted a significant sell-off of Trip.com shares, reflecting increased regulatory concerns. If found guilty, Trip.com faces substantial fines and corrective actions. This aligns with China's broader regulatory scrutiny on major tech platforms.
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Hotel booking lead times lengthen sharply

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  • 15 January 2026
📆 Jan 15, 2026: Traveler booking behavior shifts with hotel bookings now made nearly 70 days in advance, up from low double-digit days two years ago. Average daily rates (ADRs) have surged over 20%, while the average stay extends from under three nights to around four nights. These trends indicate more deliberate, experience-focused travel, challenging hotels to adjust revenue strategies by anticipating demand earlier and maintaining pricing power, as noted by RateGain.
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The strategic realities of a new era

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  • 15 January 2026
📈 Jan 15, 2026 - Business leaders face a shift from a unipolar to a multipolar world. Key shifts include technological evolution from digitization to automation and demographic changes demanding productivity boosts through automation and redesign. Energy transitions towards electrification are critical to strategy. Industries are increasingly high-value, requiring focused competition. Capital discipline is essential amid slower growth. McKinsey emphasizes identifying strategic signals to navigate these changes effectively. For more insights, visit McKinsey & Co.
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Non-room revenue is becoming a core performance driver for hotels

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  • 15 January 2026
🏨 Jan 15, 2026, the hospitality industry is shifting from room-focused metrics to guest-centric models. Experiences generate 40–60% of revenue in leisure-focused hotels from dining, spa, and activities. Unified guest profiles increase operational efficiency and ancillary spend. New KPIs like revenue per available guest (RevPAG) offer a better guest value view, while traditional metrics like RevPAR and TrevPAR remain crucial for investors. Technology partnerships and pre-arrival engagement enhance non-room revenue.
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Canary’s AI Voice Recognized as Best Hospitality Solution by HotelTechReport

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  • 14 January 2026
🏨 Canary Technologies, on January 14, 2026, in San Francisco, won the Best Voice & Call Center Software award at the HotelTechAwards. Recognized for AI Voice, it offers 24/7 call automation, reducing hold times and improving service. They also excel in omnichannel AI with webchat and messaging. Used by Wyndham Hotels & Resorts and others, Canary improves bookings and efficiency. Trusted by 20,000+ hotels in 100+ countries, Canary also won eight other awards for their AI solutions.
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The Bench Restructures Leadership to Support Global Growth and Investor Engagement

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  • 14 January 2026
🏠 Ali Shahid appointed CEO of The Bench, succeeding a nine-year tenure, to lead global strategy and product direction. Jonathan Worsley becomes Chairman, focusing on strategic initiatives. Leadership changes include Matthew Weihs as Growth Director and Daria Smith as Middle East and Africa Managing Director. FHS Saudi Arabia scheduled for April 20-22, 2026, at Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah, Riyadh, with numerous sponsors and partners supporting the event.
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European hoteliers: Here are your 2026 hospitality trends

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  • 14 January 2026
🌐 Revinate Europe Managing Director, Dylan Cole, discusses 2026 hospitality trends in Europe. Key trends include hyperpersonalization, unified tech stacks, real-time decision-making, and cybersecurity. Different regions face unique challenges: UK & Ireland focus on margins; DACH emphasizes data privacy; Northern Europe demands high personalization; Southern Europe enhances in-stay revenue. Tech stacks simplify operations across Europe. Real-time data is crucial for adapting to fast-changing guest behavior. Privacy and trust are essential for brand integrity and guest loyalty.
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Mandarin Oriental’s First Hotel in Mallorca to Debut in Spring 2026

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  • 14 January 2026
🏨 Mandarin Oriental Punta Negra, Mallorca, located in Calvià, will open in spring 2026. The resort features 131 rooms and suites, including 26 suites, 9 casitas, and 19 with plunge pools. Dining highlights include Matsuhisa and Leña by Dani García. Wellness offerings include nine treatment cabins and various pools. The resort blends contemporary design with local craftsmanship, offering exclusive Mediterranean luxury with captivating views and access to two secluded coves.
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Al Qimmah Hospitality and Marriott International Announce Agreement to Add More Than 2,700 Hotel Rooms in Saudi Arabia

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🏨 Al Qimmah Hospitality and Marriott International signed five new hotel projects in Saudi Arabia, adding over 2,700 rooms in Jeddah, Makkah, and Madinah. Four brands, including JW Marriott and Four Points by Sheraton, will be featured. Marriott operates 44 properties with over 11,000 rooms in Saudi Arabia. The new hotels include JW Marriott Jeddah with 356 rooms, Four Points in Makkah and Madinah with 1,830 rooms combined, Element Madinah with 136 rooms, and Four Points Flex in Madinah with 450 rooms.
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Customer Experience Without Conditions

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  • 14 January 2026
💬 In 1955, Rosa Parks defied racial segregation in Montgomery, Alabama. Her actions inspire a customer service concept: treat every customer well, irrespective of their behavior. Shep Hyken revisits the "Reality Rule" from Taylor Scott’s book, advocating unconditional service. Key rules include: Golden Rule (treat others as you wish to be treated), Platinum Rule (treat others as they want), and Employee Golden Rule (treat employees as customers). Removing expectations leads to consistent, intentional customer experiences.
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