Amex GBT criticizes DOJ timing in CWT acquisition lawsuit
Amex GBT criticized the DOJ for suing to block its $570 million acquisition of CWT just 10 days before the change in administration Jan 14, 2025 The suggestion was that…
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Booking.com scammers steal £370k from 500+ holidaymakers
Police warn Booking.com fraudsters have stolen £370,000 from 532 Britons by hacking into hotel accounts Jan 13, 2025 Scammers send fake emails to customers with Booking.com reservations, requesting payment and…
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How Google should fix its travel ads
GetYourGuide has proposed new advertising modules to the European Commission, claiming Google Travel Ads violate the Digital Markets Act Jan 8, 2025 GetYourGuide aims to prevent Google from dominating the…
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eDreams ‘sustainable’ advertising claims censured
European online travel agency (OTA) eDreams has faced criticism over sustainability claims made in two of its advertisements Jan 8, 2025 The British advertising watchdog examined two paid online display…
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European Public Affairs Internship
Tuesday, 07 January 2025 HOTREC Exciting 5-Month Internship Opportunity at HOTREC (March-July 2025) About us HOTREC is the leading European association representing Hotels, Restaurants, Bars, Cafés, and similar establishments. We advocate…
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How the surgeon general’s advisory on alcohol could impact restaurant sales
This article was written by Restaurant Hospitality. Click here to read the original article Last week – and just in time for Dry January – United States Surgeon General Dr.…
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A Banner Year: AHLA Advocacy Yields Impactful Results for Hoteliers in 2024
This article was written by Lodging Magazine. Click here to read the original article Thanks to the support of our amazing members, 2024 was a banner year for advocacy at…
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UK Government extends electronic travel…
This article was written by Travolution. Click here to read the original article The UK Government’s electronic travel authorisation scheme (ETA) is to be extended to 48 countries worldwide from…
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California Restaurant Association sues to challenge ban on mandatory ‘captive audience’ meetings
This article was written by Restaurant Hospitality. Click here to read the original article Business organizations are suing the state of California three months after Gov. Gavin Newsom signed Senate…
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Why Hotels Pretend Not to Know You—And How to Fix It
Hotels often fail to recognize guests due to fear of GDPR and other data privacy regulations. If misunderstood, these regulations can make hotel staff see you as a potential legal issue rather…
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