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Mews Acquires US-based Frontdesk Anywhere
Mews, the industry-leading hospitality cloud, today announced its acquisition of Frontdesk Anywhere, the San-Francisco-headquartered cloud hotel management software.

Amadeus to acquire Vision-Box in €320m deal
The acquisition of Vision-Box will bring new capabilities around biometrics hardware and software, adding border control solutions to the Amadeus portfolio.

AI Set to Revolutionise Travel & Tourism, Says Latest WTTC Report
Major new reports from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and Microsoft highlight the transformative power of AI (Artificial Intelligence) for Travel & Tourism, marking a commitment to a digital future with unparalleled customer experiences.

Emerging Tech Inspires a New Wave of Premieres in San Francisco This Year
San Francisco's cultural heart beats just a few blocks from 'Cerebral Valley,' a nickname coined last year for the Hayes Valley neighborhood following an influx of Artificial Intelligence (AI) start-up activity. Civic Center is home to the city's most established performing arts institutions—America's oldest professional ballet company, San Francisco Ballet, the 101-year-old San Francisco Opera, and the 112-year-old San Francisco Symphony.

Introducing the First Beach Gear Rental App - Beachify
Innovative new platform makes a splash by democratizing the coastal recreational equipment rental industry. A browse, compare price & book marketplace for beach gear rentals, coastal recreational equipment rentals, and 90 + activities connecting consumers and businesses, enabling them to find the best price and book faster than ever before.

Hudini provides SH Hotels & Resorts with new brand App
Hudini, a leader in digital transformation solutions for the hospitality industry has been appointed by SH Hotels & Resorts, an affiliate of global private investment firm Starwood Capital Group, that operates 1 Hotels, Baccarat Hotels and Treehouse Hotels, to streamline services and deliver exceptional guest experiences through a new innovative custom mobile app.

Harnessing the power of data: Cloudbeds and Lighthouse announce strategic partnership
Cloudbeds, a global leader in hospitality management software, today announced its strategic partnership with Lighthouse (formerly OTA Insight), a leading commercial platform for the travel & hospitality industry. This partnership represents a significant milestone for both companies and is poised to bring unparalleled value to Cloudbeds' and Lighthouse's customers.

Amadeus data reveals positive trend for Americas air travel and hospitality in early 2024
Released today in collaboration with the United Nations World Tourism Organisation, a report draws on Amadeus’ global travel data to provide a comprehensive overview of forward-looking travel industry insights.

Ryanair Partners with Enilive for Sustainable Aviation Fuel Supply in Italy
Ryanair, Europe’s leading airline, has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with Enilive, a subsidiary of Eni, for the long-term supply of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) at select Ryanair airports in Italy.

Business travel trends for 2024 unveiled by Globetrender and Cytric Easy by Amadeus
Much has changed over the past five years, business travellers today are increasingly discerning when they travel, as they seek to derive the maximum value from each trip.

Sabre and Hawaiian Airlines sign new distribution agreement
Sabre Corporation and Hawaiian Airlines have signed a multi-year distribution agreement that will provide Sabre-connected agencies with long-term access to the carrier's HA Connect™ NDC and traditional EDIFACT content through the Sabre travel marketplace.

Ahead of FITUR TourReview unveils Spain's ten best-rated travel destinations in 2023
Ahead of FITUR, TourReview reveals Spain's best-rated destinations in 2023, backed by over 1.9 million reviews from platforms including TripAdvisor, Google, GetYourGuide, Expedia, and Viator. TourReview's report highlights the fragmented tours and activities sector, emphasising the pivotal role of reviews in guiding travellers.