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FITUR 2026: Hotel booking lead time increase sixfold, says RateGain

FITUR 2026: Hotel booking lead time increase sixfold, says RateGain

The behavior of travelers attending major tourism events is undergoing a significant shift. On the occasion of FITUR Madrid 2026, RateGain, a global leader in AI-powered SaaS solutions for the travel and hospitality industry, analyzed hotel bookings in the Community of Madrid for the week of January 19–25. The analysis reveals a substantial change in booking patterns, characterized by longer booking lead times, higher spend per night, and longer stays.

Accor named ‘World’s Leading Climate Action Initiative’

Accor named ‘World’s Leading Climate Action Initiative’

Global hospitality giant Accor has been recognised with the title of ’World's Leading Climate Action Initiative’ by voters at the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards for supply chain decarbonisation programme ‘Achieving Net Zero Together’.

Santa Monica Celebrates Route 66 Centennial With Launch of Global Song Contest

Santa Monica Celebrates Route 66 Centennial With Launch of Global Song Contest

Santa Monica Travel & Tourism (SMTT) is inviting musicians and songwriters from across the globe to celebrate the centennial of Route 66 in a distinctly musical way. The Route 66 Song Contest offers artists over the age of 18 the chance to submit an original track capturing the spirit of Santa Monica and its legendary connection to the highway for a chance to win $10,000 USD. Entries are welcome from the U.S., UK, Australia, Canada, France, Germany, India, Ireland, Mexico, and New Zealand.

Hong Kong to Host Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2026 after Historic Double Win

Hong Kong to Host Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2026 after Historic Double Win

It’s been a banner year for Hong Kong’s restaurant, bar and hospitality scene. Fresh off its historic achievement, in which venues in Hong Kong became the first to receive both The World’s Best Bar and The World’s Best Hotel titles the same year, Hong Kong will host the Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2026 award ceremony on 25 March 2026 (Wednesday) for the first time.

Travel in Motion: Why Tourism Is Central to a Net-Positive World

Travel in Motion: Why Tourism Is Central to a Net-Positive World

As Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2026 convenes global leaders under the theme The Nexus of Next: All Systems Go, one reality is becoming unavoidable. Travel and tourism is no longer a peripheral sustainability challenge. It is one of the most powerful system integrators we have.

Meera Sodha Brings Her Award-Winning Flavours to Dhigali and Kurumba Maldives

Meera Sodha Brings Her Award-Winning Flavours to Dhigali and Kurumba Maldives

This February 2026, the five-star resorts, Kurumba and Dhigali Maldives, will each host celebrated chef and food writer Meera Sodha for exclusive culinary experiences. Fans of her cookbooks, including Made In India, Fresh India, East, and her latest, Dinner; can enjoy her vibrant, inventive dishes in the Maldives' stunning surroundings.

Centara Reserve Samui's Sa-Nga Restaurant Welcomes Two-Michelin-Star Chef Stefan Heilemann

Centara Reserve Samui's Sa-Nga Restaurant Welcomes Two-Michelin-Star Chef Stefan Heilemann

Sa-Nga, the signature dining destination at Centara Reserve Samui, presents an exceptional two-night culinary collaboration with Stefan Heilemann, the celebrated two-Michelin-star chef of Widder Restaurant, Switzerland. Taking place for just two evenings on 17th – 18th January 2026, this limited engagement marks one of the most anticipated culinary moments on Koh Samui in 2026.

AE Expeditions Marks 35 Years of Exploration With Global Anniversary Offer

AE Expeditions Marks 35 Years of Exploration With Global Anniversary Offer

AE Expeditions is marking 35 years of pioneering expedition travel with a special 35th anniversary offer, featuring savings of up to 35% on a selection of thoughtfully curated expeditions across Antarctica, the Arctic and Small Ship journeys through culturally rich coastlines and remote island regions in 2026 and 2027.