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With green marketing collapsing and net-zero plans unravelling, the industry must finally face reality: Its current climate strategy won’t work. A fundamental rethink begins now.

Record-low alcohol consumption, especially among younger travelers, is adding zero-proof menus across hotels, cruises, and tours.

The Asia-Pacific region has become the epicenter of new luxury demand — faster-growing, more diversified, and far more sustainable.

Yes, flying taxis are real. They’ve got the money and they’ve been chipping away at the many obstacles in the way of going mainstream. In 2026, you’ll see more deals and a potential debut.

Affordability issues, visa wars, and travel bans have made the U.S. a completely different destination for international visitors. Here’s how it will change U.S. tourism in 2026.

Cities are discovering what Las Vegas has known for years: nothing fills hotel rooms like a pop star who doesn’t leave town. The music residency model is a steady, renewable source of local tourism that outlasts festivals and tours. And in 2026 other cities want in. 

As AI models like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Perplexity become the new travel gatekeepers, brands are rewriting SEO playbooks for an era where visibility hinges on being mentioned, not ranked.

Beauty tourism is fast becoming one of Asia’s most powerful demand engines. In 2026, Asia’s glow-up economy will reshape everything from retail mix to route planning. 

Hotel tech investors are treating AI guest management as core infrastructure, not a side project. Duve’s new funding gives it room to test that thesis with big brands and new markets.

Beyond the everyday challenges of organizing memorable events that move the needle for companies, today's planners are under mounting pressure to inspire a burned-out workforce. New Orleans combines its rich history, deep culture, and modern innovation to host corporate experiences that spark creativity and foster connection.

Mergers like the recent one of 360 Destination Group and CSI DMC offer economies of scale and expanded services, but smaller independents say they will never deliver the same level of authenticity and local expertise as they can.

Rosastays gives United Hospitality Management a foothold in the part of India’s hotel market that’s growing fastest. Sometimes the small stuff is the strategy.