Why OTAs are focusing on tours and activities While hotels, hostels and flights have long been the bread and butter of many travel companies, the once side-lined tours and activities sector has recently seen a greater focus. Source: Hotel Marketing Why OTAs are focusing on tours and activities
Trump’s travel order could make it difficult for Americans who travel abroad, survey finds As airlines adjust to new rules governing who can and can’t enter the U.S., travel industry professionals are concerned the ban could make it more difficult for Americans who travel abroad. Source: Hotel Marketing Trump’s travel order could make it difficult for Americans who travel abroad, survey finds
AccorHotels acquisition boosts private rental portfolio AccorHotels has begun exclusive negotiations for the acquisition of 100% of Travel Keys, one of the leading players in the private vacation rental market. Source: Hotel Marketing AccorHotels acquisition boosts private rental portfolio
Chinese take 350m trips in New Year tourism boom According to official data from the China National Tourism Administration, the country saw 344m domestic trips and almost 6.2m international holidays during the week, marking growth of 14% and 7% respectively compared the corresponding period in 2016. Source: Hotel Marketing Chinese take 350m trips in New Year tourism boom