By Linda Fox

Cloudbeds Report Predicts Growth in OTA Bookings for Independent Properties by 2025

☁️ Cloudbeds projects a surge in OTA bookings for independent properties by 2025. This shift in the hospitality industry suggests a growing reliance on online travel agencies, potentially reshaping booking strategies for small and independent accommodations. While no specific figures or percentages are provided, the trend signals significant changes on the horizon for property owners and managers, emphasizing the importance of adapting to evolving consumer preferences in the digital booking landscape.

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MMT and Mastercard Launch Lifestyle Navigator, a Personalized Travel Experience Using AI and Trip Planning Assistant Myra

🗺️ MMT and Mastercard have launched the Lifestyle Navigator service, aiming to provide personalized travel experiences by merging MMT's travel marketplace and Myra trip planning assistant with Mastercard's AI technology.

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Tripadvisor getting four new directors after agreement with activist investor

Tripadvisor's board is getting two new directors with immediate effect and a further two at its annual meeting of stockholders.

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Google adds cart, loyalty features to UCP

The company has added cart and loyalty capabilities to simplify the shopping experience.

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Rethinking travel’s engagement in global issues

A session at ITB Berlin focused on overlapping global challenges, the need for escapism and heightened consumer awareness around safe destinations.

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YOTEL Gains Access to Hilton's Distribution, Technology Platforms, and Honors Loyalty Program While Maintaining Brand Management

💼 YOTEL partners with Hilton to leverage Hilton's distribution and technology platforms. This collaboration grants YOTEL access to Hilton's vast network and Honors loyalty program. The agreement allows YOTEL to continue licensing and managing its brand while benefiting from enhanced technological resources.

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MakeMyTrip ponders IPO in India

The OTA said a listing could unlock additional capital for growth and strengthen its position in the country.

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Executives Discuss NDC, Ordering Evolution, and AI Impact at UATP's Airline Distribution 2026 Conference

✈️ Airline, intermediary, and travel technology executives gathered at UATP's Airline Distribution 2026 conference to discuss NDC and AI's impact on the industry. They focused on the evolution of orders and how AI is reshaping airline distribution. The conference highlighted significant trends expected by 2026, including enhanced customer experiences and streamlined processes through innovative technologies.

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AI’s potential to drive digitalization in tours and activities

During a session at ITB Berlin, executives from Civitatis, Expedia Group and Nezasa discussed where AI could have the most impact on tours and activities.

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Is stablecoin the answer to travel payment inefficiency?

Payment specialists at the Airline Distribution 2026 event highlighted areas where stablecoin can save costs and help the travel industry evolve.

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Cloudbeds Report Predicts Growth in OTA Bookings for Independent Properties by 2025

MMT and Mastercard Launch Lifestyle Navigator, a Personalized Travel Experience Using AI and Trip Planning Assistant Myra

Tripadvisor getting four new directors after agreement with activist investor

Google adds cart, loyalty features to UCP

Rethinking travel’s engagement in global issues

YOTEL Gains Access to Hilton's Distribution, Technology Platforms, and Honors Loyalty Program While Maintaining Brand Management

MakeMyTrip ponders IPO in India

Executives Discuss NDC, Ordering Evolution, and AI Impact at UATP's Airline Distribution 2026 Conference

AI’s potential to drive digitalization in tours and activities

Is stablecoin the answer to travel payment inefficiency?

Global Hotel Supply 2027: China Passes 370,000 Hotels, and Three in Four Worldwide Are Independent

The OTA Market, Finally Mapped

The AI Trip Planning Market 2026

The Hotel Internet Is Controlled by a Handful of Brands

Brewing Gadgets launches Champions Coffee for UAE hotels, offices and cafés

Bob W makes Portugal debut with four-property deal in Lisbon and Porto

Bespoke Hotels partners with Aven Hospitality to strengthen reservations and distribution across its UK portfolio

RoomPriceGenie launches Portfolio Calendar to give hotel groups clearer control of revenue performance

IDeaS Expands Strategic Relationship with Accor Through Selection of Optix Business Intelligence

Monitor your blind spots: Is AI getting your hotel right?

Shiji spent a year testing AI on its own people before offering it to a single hotel

The visibility game just got serious for hoteliers

The Landmark Collection streamlines purchasing and gains control of supplier spending across multiple properties

Hospitality Net to Launch Italy-Focused HospITALY at BTO 2026 in Florence With Over 60 Founding Experts

Luxury Hotel Spa Revenue Trap: Hypothetical €950,000 Operation Outperforms €1.2 Million Spa on Operating Contribution

Democrats’ Estimated 54 Senate Seats Leave Federal Wage and Joint-Employer Changes Dependent on Republican Support

Bob Rauch Forecasts Roughly 4% U.S. Hotel RevPAR Growth in 2027 Despite Higher Interest Rates

Monitor your blind spots: Is AI getting your hotel right?

Shiji spent a year testing AI on its own people before offering it to a single hotel

The visibility game just got serious for hoteliers

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