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The job cuts come after Spirit received a multi-million-dollar lifeline from a U.S. bankruptcy court, giving the ultra-low-cost carrier more legroom to stay afloat.

Choice’s challenge underscores how U.S. economy hotels are struggling while international and upscale segments are proving more resilient.

The future of travel is personal, eastward, and AI-infused. As the Gulf rises as a new global hub, travel brands must avoid the trap of generic AI and instead use technology to deliver experiences that reflect identity, intention, and trust.

AI continues to reshape event technology, with innovation now focused less on novelty and more on meaningful automation. The latest wave of launches points to a maturing ecosystem where smarter tools are becoming standard, not optional.

Plus, CapitaLand Investment closed a lodging private fund with more than US$650 million raised, and other hotel deal news.

IndiGo and IHCL turned in very different results, but their strategies tell the same story: India’s travel sector is betting on scale, partnerships, and global reach.

Questex’s latest deal sees it considerably expand its reach into life sciences, both in terms of content-led events and a database of qualified attendees.

Africa is emerging as travel’s next global growth frontier, driven by a young population, rising connectivity, and authentic experiences. Hamza Farooqui of Millat Group calls for intentional investment, Gulf partnerships, and reciprocal travel ecosystems to unlock the continent’s full potential.

Marriott reported higher-than-expected 3Q25 results. Plus more hotel deal and development news.

Tripadvisor is feeling the heat from activist investor Starboard Value. The merging of Brand Tripadvisor and Viator's operations should enable Tripadvisor to wrangle some cost efficiencies.

The job cuts are part of American’s efforts to rightsize its business following years of record hiring across the industry. Other airlines are cutting too.

Marriott’s outlook for next year suggests steady, if unspectacular, growth. Credit card fees and luxury travel are helping to carry the load, while government travel remains a drag thanks to the U.S. government shutdown.