New Podcast: Kevin Gautier from Jinko lays out the world of agentic booking in travel
Jinko has pivoted to something potentially much bigger: the travel infrastructure layer for AI agents
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Tony Carne
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Lumeria Maui Transforms 5.6 Acres into Edible Landscaping and Educational Retreat with Farm-to-Table Dining
🌴 In Upcountry Maui, a 5.6-acre property uniquely combines natural and designed elements. Featuring 200 plant species, including mango and guava, the site supports on-site dining at The Wooden Crate with locally grown produce. Built in 1910 as Fred C. Baldwin Memorial Home, it reopened in 2010 as an educational retreat, offering daily yoga, meditation, and horticulture classes. The venue supports events with a sunken garden terrace for 100 and a lobby for 80. The design focuses on simplicity and integration with the environment.
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On the road – Hoteliers share the reality beyond the hype
This post was originally published on this site.Alessandra Leoni, Head of Hospitality, Focus Group, discusses what hoteliers are really saying about technology and the solutions that matter. Over the past…
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Fixing the Greatest Irony in Travel with the Global Sleep Symposium by Equinox Hotels
This post was originally published on this site. One of the great ironies of modern life is that we all need to travel – for work, events, leisure and discovering…
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Hotel Sales Representation Firms Enhance Independent Luxury Hotels' Reach in US Market with Strategic Presence
🏨 In 2007, hotel sales representation enhanced luxury hotels’ reach in markets like the US, with offices in New York and Miami. The US is a major source of outbound luxury travelers. A representation firm facilitates US market access through sales activities, advisor education, and strategic alliances with programs like Virtuoso. In 2014, The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa underwent a £11 million renovation. The 2026 Virtuoso Luxe Report projects increased travel demand, with 67% of advisors expecting growth.
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Trivago Reports 21% Revenue Growth as CEO Advocates AI for Enhancing Employee Productivity Over Cutting Staff
🌎 Trivago, led by CEO Johannes Thomas, reported a 21% Q2 revenue growth, reaching $633M, contrary to AI-driven disruption predictions. Instead of downsizing, Trivago leverages AI for operational efficiency, equating 600 staff's output to 6,000. Meanwhile, Loveholidays increased AI-assisted code changes from 7% to 79% in a year, boosting deployments by 73% without expanding its engineering team. A $10 CPM cost is set for travel content creators, with a recent campaign achieving 5.8M views on a $50K budget.
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Revised Code of Practice on Tipping to be Implemented by End of 2026 After Public Consultation
💰 By the end of 2026, a Revised Code of Practice on Tipping will take effect. Katie Linstead, VP of compliance and operations at Grateful, highlights changes for tronc operators. Initially presented to Parliament, the Code was withdrawn for public consultation. The Department for Business and Trade confirmed on July 29 that substantive content changes are not anticipated in the revised Code.
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Arik Fletcher Highlights Importance of Defining Problems Before Implementing AI in Hospitality Industry at London Event
💻 Arik Fletcher from Focus on Hospitality discussed AI at the Next Wave Hospitality event in London earlier this year. The key takeaway: begin with identifying the problem, not the solution. Businesses often overlook this step. AI is a tool, not an end in itself.
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Record Attendance at 2026 Hotel Data Conference in Nashville; STR Reports Revenue Growth Outpacing Expenses for Hoteliers
📈 2026 Hotel Data Conference in Nashville drew record attendance with nearly 1,000 hoteliers. STR President Amanda Hite noted revenue growth surpassing expenses, marking positive trends for 2027. RevPAR is expected to rise 4.4% in 2026 but slow to 2% in 2027. Despite growth, hotel margins remain a challenge due to rising costs. AI integration is becoming crucial for efficiency in the hospitality sector. PM Hotel Group recently expanded in Nashville, managing 12 new properties amidst a diversified portfolio of 80+ hotels.
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England's World Cup Performance Boosts UK Managed Pub Sales by 4.2% in July, NIQ RSM Tracker Reveals
⚽ England's World Cup run in July 2025 boosted Britain's managed pub groups' sales by 4.2% compared to July 2024, according to the NIQ RSM Hospitality Business Tracker. Fans flocked to pubs for England's five matches, including the semi-final and final, increasing footfall significantly. This surge in attendance was driven by the excitement surrounding the games, with patrons arriving hours before each match. The data was collected by NIQ in collaboration with CGA intelligence and RSM.
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