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World Travel Tech Awards reveals 2024 winners
World Travel Tech Awards – the global initiative to recognise and reward excellence in the travel tech sector – has unveiled the winners of its 2024 programme at a glittering gala reception, held in Funchal, Madeira.
The finest travel technology brands from … read more
Booking.com and HotelTechReport.com Launch AI Tech Stack Advisor
Booking.com, one of the world’s leading digital travel platforms, has partnered with HotelTechReport.com to launch the AI Tech Stack Advisor. The tool, developed by HotelTechReport.com, is designed to provide hoteliers with bespoke g… read more
Dec 1st Opening for Minor’s First Property in Zimbabwe
Minor Hotels will make its Zimbabwe debut with the Dec. 1 opening of the Anantara Stanley & Livingstone Victoria Falls Hotel, marking the group's seventh… read more
Novotel Abidjan Marcory Opens in Côte D’Ivoire
Novotel, a leading global brand within the Accor portfolio, proudly announces the opening of Novotel Abidjan Marcory, a vibrant addition to the lively Marcory district. Designed to meet the needs of modern professionals and families, this contemporary 17-storey hotel features thoughtful design, flexible spaces, and uplifti… read more
Marriott International Expands Branded Residences Portfolio in the Middle East & Africa Region
Marriott International announces its accelerated growth in its branded residential portfolio in the Middle East& Africa (MEA) region, with 41 projects in the portfolio, including 29 projects in its signed pipeline and 12 open properties.
In the past two years, the global hospitality leader has signed 19 agreeme… read more
Business Travel Industry Reflects on a Resilient 2024, Sets Optimistic Plans for Growth
As 2024 draws to a close, there is strong sentiment from the global business travel industry that the year outperformed expectations, paving the way for increased budgets, strategic investments and growth initiatives for 2025. This is according to a new … read more
Discover Garden Paradise at the 2024 Franschhoek Open Garden Festival
The celebrated annual Franschhoek Open Gardens event is set to return mid-November, inviting garden enthusiasts and green thumbs alike to immerse themselves in a weekend of breathtaking natural beauty. This event showcases a delightful array of ten gardens, ranging from grand estates to charming, intimate spaces, all nestled in the heart of… read more
Booking.com’s DMA deadline is approaching — what can hoteliers expect?
On May 13th 2024, Booking.com was the only Online Travel Agency (OTA) to be designated as a “gatekeeper” under the EU’s new Digital Markets Act, meaning they had six months to comply with the law’s stringent regulations.
This week, those six m… read more
The Liz McGrath Collection appoints new GM’s at The Marine and The Plettenberg
Melissa Theron has returned as General Manager to The Marine Hotel in Hermanus, after two years at the reigns of sister-hotel … read more
Airbnb Q3 2024 financial results
Airbnb had a strong Q3. Nights and Experiences Booked accelerated throughout the quarter and into Q4, despite a softer start due to shorter booking lead times compared to 2023. Revenue grew 10% year-over-year to $3.7 billion. Net income was $1.4 billion, representing a net income margin of 37%. Adjusted EBITDA of $2.0 billion in… read more
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