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The age of non-tourism

🌍 Sep 8, 2025. Traditional summer holidays face decline due to rising heatwaves, wildfires, and extreme weather, making travel riskier and costlier. Insurance, food, and carbon reduction could significantly increase travel expenses. Experts like Stefan Gössling warn of the “age of non-tourism,” while aviation struggles with decarbonization. Higher ticket prices might result as greener technologies are adopted. A shift to domestic travel is anticipated, with local, cheaper, and less carbon-intensive holidays gaining popularity.
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What is the True Cost of Distribution? | HSMAI Global

💸 Diego Acosta, Director at Flex Pay and HSMAI Revenue Optimization Board Member, reveals key insights on hotel distribution costs. Using tools like Juyo Analytics and Kalibri Labs' Hummingbird helps approximate reservation costs, although full granularity is challenging. Direct bookings aren't always more profitable due to additional expenses like ad campaigns and loyalty costs. Jens Egemalm of Pandox Hotels suggests a formula to assess true channel yield. Google’s PMAX campaigns can enhance direct booking strategies amidst competition.
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The Hotel Brands of the World Infographic

🏨 The team at 10 Minutes Hotels launched the Global Hotel Brands Infographic in 2026 to map major hotel groups. It organizes brands into eight categories: Luxury, Premium, Upscale, Boutique & Lifestyle, Midscale, Economy, Extended Stay, and All-Inclusive. This free resource is continually updated to reflect industry changes, and it’s available for download and use without alteration. The infographic aims to clarify the complex hotel landscape for professionals and enthusiasts.
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Beyond the room: how cross-selling reshapes the hotel stay

💰 Sep 3, 2025, hotels are leveraging cross-selling to enhance guest experiences and boost revenues by up to 20%, increasing profit margins by 30%. Maison Albar offers luxury car rentals, while Hotel Royal Luxembourg tailors adventures based on guest preferences. Le Narcisse Blanc transforms stays with spa and dining promotions, and Hotel Forsthaus Fürth increases in-house dining via timely offers. Effective cross-selling enhances convenience, personalization, and guest satisfaction.
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AI takes the driver’s seat in travel pricing and service

🛫 Sep 2, 2025: Delta, Hertz, and Marriott are integrating AI to transform pricing and services. Delta plans to extend AI pricing from 3% to 20% of flights, raising concerns over fairness. Lawmakers scrutinize AI's potential for "surveillance pricing," while Hertz faces backlash from AI damage scanners. Marriott automates room upgrades, affecting personal interaction. Startups like Fetcherr leverage vast datasets without transparency. Experts foresee widespread AI adoption, increasing competition but potentially eroding consumer trust.
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Disney and the shrinking American middle class

🏖 Disney's evolution on Sep 2, 2025, highlights how consumer economics are reshaping the hospitality industry. Transitioning from middle-class accessibility to a tiered luxury experience, Disney exemplifies segmentation by spending power. Key shifts include using technology for upselling and replacing free perks with paid, tiered options post-pandemic. Despite increased costs, Disney's strong brand sustains demand. Hoteliers face a similar dilemma: target high-spend segments or maintain inclusivity amid stagnant middle-class purchasing power.
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National Guard presence dampens Washington tourism

🗺 Sep 2, 2025, Washington, D.C. experiences a tourism slowdown due to federal troop deployments and political rhetoric. Since National Guard troops arrived in August, the city has faced decreased foot traffic and hotel bookings. President Trump’s comments about crime have worsened perceptions. At least 41 groups canceled conferences for 2026, causing $54 million in lost revenue. Despite 20+ new hotel projects, D.C.’s revenue per room is predicted to fall by 2% in 2026.
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US border hurdles risk deterring tourists

🛫 Sep 2, 2025, foreign arrivals to US airports fell 3.8% in the first seven months of 2025, with July down 5.1%. Long queues and higher visa fees, including a $250 refundable “visa integrity fee,” deter tourists. Booking Holdings’ Glenn Fogel highlights risks to reputation during the 2026 World Cup and 2028 Olympics. The US became Booking Holdings’ slowest-growing region, as political perceptions and immigration policies discourage travelers.
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The return of package holidays

🌍 Sep 2, 2025, UK and Europe see package holidays thrive again. Travel agent spending in the UK has grown since 2021, outpacing general travel expenditure. The UK, Irish, and German markets are projected to expand from £49bn in 2024 to £67bn by 2028. EU and UK regulations ensure stronger consumer rights, attracting young adults back to packages. Companies like Tui adapt while online-only providers respond swiftly to disruptions. Fear of strikes, wildfires, and geopolitical events drives the trend.
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Travel outlook steadies as wealthy Americans keep spending

🏨 Sep 2, 2025: In the U.S., higher-income travelers sustain demand for luxury flights and hotels, while middle- and lower-income travelers opt for shorter or last-minute trips. Despite inflation and challenging year-over-year comparisons, analyst confidence grows, anticipating a boost from next summer’s World Cup in North America. Booking later due to uncertainty, lower-income travelers face discretionary spending pressures. Read more at the Wall Street Journal.
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