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Pudu Robotics and Shenzhen CTID will build the world’s first full-scenario robot-serviced hotel on the West Artificial Island of the Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link, with trial operations slated for late 2026.Pudu Robotics and Shenzhen CTID will build the world’s first full-scenario robot-serviced hotel on the West Artificial Island of the Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link, with trial operations slated for late 2026. 

Booking.com’s 2026 Barometer, surveying 1,240 European accommodation executives across 24 markets, finds broad optimism but a growing performance and preparedness gap between large chains and small independents.Booking.com’s 2026 Barometer, surveying 1,240 European accommodation executives across 24 markets, finds broad optimism but a growing performance and preparedness gap between large chains and small independents. 

Booking.com survey of 13,300+ LGBTQ+ travelers across 19 countries finds only 31% are out when traveling, with 40% willing to hide their identity to visit a bucket-list destination.Booking.com survey of 13,300+ LGBTQ+ travelers across 19 countries finds only 31% are out when traveling, with 40% willing to hide their identity to visit a bucket-list destination. 

UN Tourism reports 307 million international arrivals in Q1 2026, up 2%, but the Middle East conflict is expected to cut full-year growth by 1-2 percentage points below the initial 3-4% forecast.UN Tourism reports 307 million international arrivals in Q1 2026, up 2%, but the Middle East conflict is expected to cut full-year growth by 1-2 percentage points below the initial 3-4% forecast. 

Doug Kennedy’s free 40-minute webcast on June 19 trains reservations staff to quote dynamic rates, handle objections, and prevent bookings from shifting to OTAs.Doug Kennedy’s free 40-minute webcast on June 19 trains reservations staff to quote dynamic rates, handle objections, and prevent bookings from shifting to OTAs. 

Marking a strong growth story within the organisation, Banerjee’s journey through key operational roles reflects Holiday Inn Bengaluru Racecourse’s belief in nurturing loyal, high-performing professionals into leadership positions. With a strong background in the front office and rooms division, Banerjee has contributed significantly to service excellence, operational efficiency, and team development. His elevation comes at a time when the hotel continues to strengthen its guest experience focus and invest in leaders who grow with the brand.Marking a strong growth story within the organisation, Banerjee’s journey through key operational roles reflects Holiday Inn Bengaluru Racecourse’s belief in nurturing loyal, high-performing professionals...

A homegrown hospitality professional, Gupta began her journey with The Leela through its management training program after completing her industrial training with the brand. Over the years, she steadily progressed through various leadership roles across leading hospitality brands, including an international stint with an Accor hotel in Dubai. Most recently, she was associated with Raffles Udaipur as director of operations. In her new role, she will oversee the strategic and operational leadership of both hotels, further strengthening their positioning in the Mysuru hospitality landscape.A homegrown hospitality professional, Gupta began her journey with The Leela through its management training program after...

HVS outlines a methodology using daily occupancy and ADR data to more accurately measure how convention center events drive hotel market compression, pricing power, and incremental room revenue.HVS outlines a methodology using daily occupancy and ADR data to more accurately measure how convention center events drive hotel market compression, pricing power, and incremental room revenue. 

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