Consortia and travel agent rates
Everything filed under booking in our hotels & resorts coverage, the 23 reports filed on it so far.
WTTC launches initiative to support one million tourism SMEs
The World Travel & Tourism Council aims to help one million small and medium-sized tourism businesses via its new Together in Travel Community...
Atmos Rewards expands to six communities with new residency-based and interest-based options
Atmos Rewards has launched six distinct communities, offering tailored travel benefits like free bags, bonus points, and discounts.
Alaska Airlines Launches Monthly Atmos Rewards Global Getaways
Alaska Airlines' Atmos Rewards has shifted its Global Getaways promotion to monthly, offering up to 50% off economy award tickets to six...
Hotel Loyalty Programs Launch Point Bonuses for Late 2026
Major hotel chains including Hilton, IHG, and Marriott are launching time-limited promotions from October to December 2026, offering bonus points for...
Emirates Skywards Offers 4,000 Bonus Miles for Hotel Bookings
Emirates Skywards is offering 4,000 bonus miles for hotel bookings of $125 or more via its Rocket Travel portal by September 30, 2026.
Skift Tracks Travel's Capital Allocators
Skift launches the Skift 5000, a framework identifying roughly 5,000 executives and officials who control major spending decisions.
Spotnana CEO Says AI Can Halve Hotel Booking Servicing Costs
Spotnana CEO Steve Singh argues the travel industry's real value lies in post-booking servicing, not search. He claims AI automation can cut these...
Ocean Edge Resort expands reservation call partnership with Travel Outlook
Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club on Cape Cod has expanded its two-year partnership with Travel Outlook, a specialist hotel call center.
HITEC 2026 Highlights Need for AI Agent Management in Hotels
The HITEC 2026 trade show revealed a critical shift for hotels, moving from simple AI adoption to the complex governance of multiple AI agents.
UK hotel profits squeezed by summer air conditioning costs
Strong summer demand and higher room rates were offset by rising utility expenses from increased air conditioning use.
Run of House Hotel Room Rates Explained
A guide to run of house hotel rates, detailing how they offer the lowest price but assign rooms at the hotel's discretion.
WTTC to Host 200+ Travel CEOs in Malta for 2026 Summit
The World Travel & Tourism Council will host over 200 global travel and tourism CEOs in Valletta, Malta, from October 7-9, 2026.
Villa Dubrovnik: Cliffside Luxury with Points Booking
An independent, 55-room hotel in Dubrovnik, part of Leading Hotels of the World, offers sea views from all rooms, seasonal rates from €600.
Crowne Plaza Manhattan Times Square Opens as New IHG Flagship
Crowne Plaza by IHG has opened its new Americas flagship property in New York City, featuring 685 rooms and modern amenities designed for blended...
Amex boosts hotel, travel card bonuses
American Express boosts bonus points for adding a first supplementary card to select cards, like the Marriott Bonvoy card, until October 31.
Chase Sapphire Preferred: A Top First Card
A travel blogger recommends the Chase Sapphire Preferred card for beginners due to its manageable fee, strong sign-up bonus, and flexible point...
Hotelbeds Margins Shrink Despite Growth
HBX Group, owner of Hotelbeds, forecasts flat revenue and lower profit despite handling over EUR 1 billion more travel business this year.
Delta Card Hertz MQDs Through 2026
Delta Amex cardholders can earn Medallion Qualifying Dollars on Hertz rentals booked via Delta's site through Sept. 20, 2026, for travel by Dec. 15...
The Hidden Fee Driving the American Travel Boom
A little-known fee is generating huge revenues for airlines and hotels in the US, with significant implications for the travel industry.
Finnair Plus Offers Double Avios and Tier Points on Select Routes
Finnair has launched a promotion offering double Avios and Tier Points on select routes for travel between August 18, 2026, and March 31, 2027, for...
GHA DISCOVERY Status Match Offer Ends Soon
Global Hotel Alliance's loyalty scheme, GHA DISCOVERY, is offering a status match to its top-tier Titanium status, including for those with a Visa or...
Business Travel News Roundup
Catch up on the latest news and updates from the UK business travel and travel loyalty scene.
Hotel Loyalty Programme Updates and Travel News
Catch up on the latest news and updates from the world of hotel loyalty programmes and travel.