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The HBX Group Travel Trends Report 2026 shows travel shifting toward bold, experience-led journeys. Travellers seek authenticity, creativity, play, and cultural immersion, with social media and AI shaping discovery and …

Travel has become more complex amid evolving government policies, rising fees, and airline reforms, leading travelers to seek emerging destinations and ways to save using travel rewards.

Trip.com Group’s 2026 travel outlook shows Asia leading global demand, with Japan, China, Thailand, and Türkiye among top destinations. Millennials and Gen Z will drive nearly half of bookings, while …

After a slow start, hospitality and leisure dealmaking is rebounding. Deal volume rose 45% in Q3 as capital markets stabilized and travel demand normalized. While M&A remains core, the biggest …

Black Friday and Cyber Monday have become critical data moments, not just sales peaks. As consumers remain cautious, retailers are turning to AI, identity resolution, and real-time customer profiles to …

Phocuswright’s Travel Forward 2026 report shows a global travel market worth $1.67 trillion in 2025, driven by strong demand despite economic pressures. Asia Pacific leads growth, online bookings hit $1.07 …

A new industry survey conducted by Kapture CX reveals that AI has officially reached a point of universal adoption intent in customer experience. 99% of CX leaders surveyed confirmed they …

Near real-time restaurant payments and wallet/loyalty hybrids are reshaping how restaurants move money. This shift promises faster funds, easier reconciliation, and more chances to turn checkout into loyalty—while lowering the total …

“Technology and evolving consumer lifestyles continue to reshape the shopping experience, as do the expectations, priorities, and values driving purchases. This creates fresh opportunities for brands, retailers, and foodservice operators …

As Americans gear up for a year of exploration, the leading travel brand is giving five lucky winners a chance to win 1 million Marriott Bonvoy points.