Month: April 2025

RateGain Travel Technologies Limited (RateGain), a global provider of AI-powered SaaS solutions for the travel and hospitality industry, today announced the launch of UNO VIVA, the first CRS integrated AI voice agent built for hotels.

Leading global hospitality company Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the debut of its award-winning Hampton by Hilton brand in Thailand through the signing of Hampton by Hilton Phuket Town, marking a strategic expansion in South East Asia’s thriving midscale segment. The signing underscores Hilton’s commitment to tripling its mid-market presence...

The year 2024 unfolded as a powerful reminder of the world’s dynamic nature, a blend of geopolitical shifts, climate extremes, and economic recalibrations. Pivotal elections in India, France, the UK, and the US reshaped political narratives. At the same time, global conflicts, from the war in Ukraine to unrest in...

IHG Hotels & Resorts is excited to announce a partnership with Luxora Hotels to return the globally recognised Holiday Inn brand to Townsville, continuing the expansion of IHG’s Queensland estate.

Sonesta International Hotels Corporation (Sonesta) announced the extension of its long-standing Master Franchise Agreement with GHL Hoteles (GHL) through 2034, reinforcing its commitment to continued growth across Latin America. The renewed agreement covers the development and franchising of most of Sonesta’s brands—from economy to upscale segments—throughout Peru, Colombia, Ecuador, Chile...

As the luxury industry navigates economic uncertainty and evolving consumer values, the definition of luxury transforms. Beyond exclusivity and craftsmanship, today’s cautious customers demand social, sustainable, and experiential impact. In response, luxury brands are redefining their strategies, blending innovation, circularity, and hospitality to create more meaningful, future-forward experiences. This article...

Sojern, the leading marketing platform built for hospitality, has been selected as an official global marketing partner for hospitality company 

The way people travel for work is changing. Bleisure travel -blending business trips with leisure time- has moved from a growing trend to an established part of the travel industry.

Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP®) has just successfully hosted its first CIO Summit EMEA last week in Barcelona. The high-level IT executive event hosted 50+ hospitality industry professionals including hoteliers, consultants and vendors for two days, April 24–25 at the Renaissance Barcelona Hotel, to engage in roundtable discussions on...

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