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For today’s pod we talk about the drop in Canadian tourists to the U.S., Ennismore’s IPO outlook, and MSC’s emissions victories.

Tourism can more than compensate for the potential losses that Indian businesses may have to suffer because of the Trump tariffs, but for that the country would need to invest significantly in marketing.

Mexico’s Posadas plans to add more than 1,300 all-inclusive rooms by the end of 2025. Plus, other hotel deals and development news.

Taj-parent IHCL buys 51% of ANK Hotels, Pride Hospitality for $23M, adding 135 mid-market hotels to expand India presence.

The large number of Canadians shunning trips to its neighbor has been a boon for several destinations that have seen a jump in visitors from Canada — as well as domestic tourism in the country.

The deployment of 800 National Guard troops to Washington, D.C., highlights the tightrope event planners walk between ensuring safety and creating a welcoming atmosphere.

If Ennismore has a successful IPO, it could reshape how investors value hotel brands. Analysts may give value not just to room revenue and expanding footprints, but also to ancillary sales, guest engagement, and brand equity.

Carbon capture might be the most practical near-term route to decarbonising cruise ships, but it barely seems to be on the industry’s radar. Without collaboration and port infrastructure to offload CO₂, it risks staying a promising idea that never leaves the dock.

Malaysia Airlines is stepping back from budget fare battles. Instead, it’s doubling down on traditional strengths with a little help from next-generation tech.

For today’s airlines, technology isn’t just a differentiator — it’s a competitive advantage. Passenger-facing innovations are now standard and delivering significant returns.

Strike action at Air Canada will have a ripple effect across global partners and leave travel planners scrambling during the summer peak.