Regulatory and Legal Affairs

The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), the leading voice of the global business travel industry, today called on the United States Congress to take immediate action to reach an agreement on a federal budget and quickly end the government shutdown.

With the EU Empowering Consumers for the Green Transition Directive set to come into force in 2026, clear and credible sustainability communication is no longer optional for hospitality businesses. In response to this shift, MAp Boutique Consultancy and Rupp Public Relations announce the release of the second edition of The Sustainable Hotel Handbook: Communication: a practical tool designed to help hotels avoid greenwashing, meet future legal requirements, and connect meaningfully with guests.

Expedia Group has released new global research revealing that fragmented hotel distribution is costing properties revenue and creating operational strain. Nearly all surveyed hoteliers report losing income due to rate leakage, yet 99% agree that a centralized distribution platform would help simplify operations, improve rate integrity, and better protect revenue.

This article was written by Saladplate. Click here to read the original article Among the recent tariffs announced by the US, Asia-Pacific (APAC) countries face some of the highest tariffs…

This article was written by Saladplate. Click here to read the original article Among the recent tariffs announced by the US, Asia-Pacific (APAC) countries face some of the highest tariffs…

At its 25th Global Summit in Rome today, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) launched its latest report, revealing that Europe remains the beating heart of international tourism, with five of the world’s top 10 most powerful Travel & Tourism markets by GDP.

Malta has become the 29th country globally, and the 6th in Europe, to adhere to the International Code for the Protection of Tourists (ICPT). The move marks a significant step in strengthening global commitments to travellers’ rights and consumer protection.

Future-Proofing Hotel Deals: Myth or Must-Have? This evening I had the pleasure of attending a panel hosted by Keystone Law on a topic at the heart of hospitality investment: are…