Articles tagged “megatrends”

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

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. 

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. 

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.

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.

With live tourism booming, can Lady Gaga "Just Dance" her way to replicating Taylor Swift's tour magic?

Predicting the future of the meetings industry is tough, but we do it every year. As we look back at 2024, here's our honest look at what we got right, what we got wrong, and what's still percolating.

Sébastien Bazin believes India has untapped potential, and asserts players need to increase their goals and ambitions to cater to the demand of the market.

Today's podcast looks at the year's biggest travel trends, Boeing's bolt blunder, and Airbus' first big deal of 2024.