Travel operators ramp up AI spending
Findings showed 64% of travel operators plan to increase investment in AI during the next 12 months
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Tony Carne
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Barcelona Joins London as Top Hotel Investment Destination in Europe for 2026, CBRE Survey Shows
🗳 In 2026, CBRE's European Hotel Investor Intentions Survey positions Barcelona alongside London as Europe's premier hotel investment destination. Barcelona rose from fifth place in 2025. Madrid secures third, while Paris and Milan tie for fourth. The focus remains on high-performing, supply-limited markets. Investors are drawn to a mix of gateway cities and leisure-driven locations.
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Enrique Calderon Discusses Mexico's Hospitality Boom and Brand Innovation Strategies with Hotel Mogel's Adam Mogelonsky
🏨 Hosted by Adam Mogelonsky, Hospitality Net's Brand Insiders features Enrique Calderon, VP of Hotel Operations at Grupo Posadas. This hour-long interview explores Mexico's hospitality boom and innovative brand strategies. Watch or listen on Hospitality Net.
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Enrique Calderon of Posadas on Mexico’s Hospitality Boom, Experiential Innovation, and Building Brands That Outlast the Competition
This post was originally published on this site.Hosted by Hotel Mogel’s Adam Mogelonsky, Hospitality Net’s Brand Insiders is a video series dedicated to discussing innovative hotel brands with the hoteliers,…
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Enrique Calderon of Posadas on Mexico’s Hospitality Boom, Experiential Innovation, and Building Brands That Outlast the Competition
This post was originally published on this site.Hosted by Hotel Mogel’s Adam Mogelonsky, Hospitality Net’s Brand Insiders is a video series dedicated to discussing innovative hotel brands with the hoteliers,…
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New Podcast: Bethany Reitsma from The Travel Tech Association open up on startup funding in the age of AI
Bethany shares how the Travel Technology Association evolved from representing major industry players like Booking, Expedia, and TripAdvisor into building a growing startup ecosystem focused on helping founders get connected, get advice, and get funded.
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Travel & Tourism Sector to Contribute $12 Trillion to Global Economy by 2026, Outpacing Economic Growth
🌎 Global Travel & Tourism will contribute $12 trillion to the global economy in 2026, representing 9.9% of GDP, as per the World Travel & Tourism Council. The sector will grow by 3.2%, surpassing the overall global economic growth rate of 2.4%. Sponsored by Chase Travel, this forecast highlights the continued impact of tourism worldwide.
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Grand Opening Celebrates New Comfort Inn & Suites Near Orlando Sanford Airport with Choice Hotels and Newport Hospitality Leaders
🏨 Comfort Inn & Suites Orlando Sanford Airport celebrated its grand opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony featuring leaders like Andre Hickman, Wayne West III, Adam Hill, and Dena Hansen. Located near the airport and Boombah Sports Complex, the hotel boasts 107 rooms, larger amenities, and a unique design. The project, over 10 years in the making, highlights strategic growth and strong community ties, with involvement in local chambers and partnerships enhancing its regional impact.
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Mews, Uber integrate ride booking for hotels
This post was originally published on this site. Mews and Uber are integrating ride booking into the Mews system. The integration will support employee transportation and late-shift rides. A pilot…
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Marriott Acquires Postcard Cabins, Formerly Getaway, Expanding Micro-Resort Offerings in Wimberley, Texas
🏡 Postcard Cabins, now owned by Marriott, are located in Wimberley, Texas, on a 60-acre property with 40 cabins and a staff building. A stay in an ADA mobility-friendly cabin costs $243 per night. The resort was visited on a Sunday, with a stop at Blue Hole Regional Park. Reviews are mixed, with some visitors having stayed multiple times. The visit was planned a week in advance, and the experience was eagerly anticipated.
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