Mabrian, the global travel intelligence platform, announces the launch of a new tool to monitor and regulate short-term rentals (STRs). This solution enables comprehensive and detailed analysis of STR offerings in a given destination, providing key actionable insights such as location, number of beds, property categories, license status, listing quality, and more. This data is crucial for effective management and decision-making by both tourism and urban planning authorities.

Global: Aeromexico led the pack with 92.87% of flights arriving at their destination on time, being named the most punctual airline globally The second spot was taken by Iberia, securing an 91.25% punctuality score, followed by fellow oneworld member, Qatar Airways with 87.24% British Airways took fourth spot - the first time in an extended period that a UK airline made the ranking – with 86.89% of flights on-time Up from 78.10% in January 2025 and 70.12% in December 2024 – showing the airline’s operational improvement German airline, Lufthansa, came in fifth spot with 86.66% of flights on-time. The full top 10 can be found in the attached report

The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) has signed a strategic memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Amadeus, a global leader in travel technology, to facilitate a city wide ecosystem for the rapid prototyping of travel tech solutions, and further enhance Dubai’s capabilities as a leading hub for travel innovation. Building on their well-established collaborative relationship, the two entities will focus on advancing travel technology, enhancing visitor experiences and strengthening Dubai’s tourism ecosystem, creating a platform to build on the record 18.72 million international overnight visitors that came to the city in 2024.

Visit Lauderdale, the official destination marketing organization (DMO) for Greater Fort Lauderdale has launched an all-new winter brand campaign, “Break Free,” designed to inspire travelers from cold-weather markets to leave the winter chill behind and escape on a warm, exciting South Florida getaway. With engaging visuals that will peak travelers' curiosity and messaging that plays to their winter wanderlust, the “Break Free” campaign is now live on multiple platforms and will build to a dynamic live mid-March activation in Chicago's Pioneer Court.

Latest booking data for the first two months of 2025 clearly shows the British love affair with Spain is in full force, with holidaymakers increasingly opting to explore off the beaten track. Leading independent tour operators are reporting healthy growth in their bookings for experience and adventure holidays with self-guided cycling and hiking itineraries and foodie breaks to Bilbao and Seville in high demand.

Pine Cliffs, a Luxury Collection Resort in the Algarve, has announced that Irish singer and songwriter Ronan Keating will be performing at its annual Summer Gala, taking place on 1st August 2025. With a remarkable career spanning over 3 decades and millions of fans worldwide, Ronan is one of the most remarkable names in global pop music.