A psychologist warns that over-reliance on AI tools like Meta’s Muse may deplete cognitive function, citing documented risks to brain chemistry, mental health, and neurological skills.A psychologist warns that over-reliance on AI tools like Meta’s Muse may deplete cognitive function, citing documented risks to brain chemistry, mental health, and neurological skills.
Europe-originating business travel spending is forecast to reach €404 billion in 2026, up 7%, as nearly 1,400 professionals gathered in Vienna for the GBTA + VDR Europe Conference 2026.Europe-originating business travel spending is forecast to reach €404 billion in 2026, up 7%, as nearly 1,400 professionals gathered in Vienna for the GBTA + VDR Europe Conference 2026.
A hospitality marketing professional argues that AI agents represent a step-change beyond generative AI, enabling autonomous task execution like running ad campaigns end-to-end, with hotel-specific use cases explored.A hospitality marketing professional argues that AI agents represent a step-change beyond generative AI, enabling autonomous task execution like running ad campaigns end-to-end, with hotel-specific use cases explored.
IDeaS will host its third Resorts Revenue Council on Feb. 10, 2027, in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, gathering resort commercial leaders to shape future innovation in resort revenue management software.IDeaS will host its third Resorts Revenue Council on Feb. 10, 2027, in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, gathering resort commercial leaders to shape future innovation in resort revenue management software.
AHLA and Actabl report finds 90% of hotel respondents say AI speeds up routine work, with staffing-to-demand alignment improving and turnover declining through H1 2026.AHLA and Actabl report finds 90% of hotel respondents say AI speeds up routine work, with staffing-to-demand alignment improving and turnover declining through H1 2026.
A report from The Hospitality Show covers AI panel insights and expo floor vendor offerings, closing with five due-diligence questions hoteliers should ask before adopting any AI tool.A report from The Hospitality Show covers AI panel insights and expo floor vendor offerings, closing with five due-diligence questions hoteliers should ask before adopting any AI tool.
Crestline Hotels & Resorts will manage the 128-room Aloft by Marriott in Indianapolis, adding it to its Essential Collection portfolio.Crestline Hotels & Resorts will manage the 128-room Aloft by Marriott in Indianapolis, adding it to its Essential Collection portfolio.
HFTP’s incoming 2026–2027 Global Board spans finance, technology, and operations professionals from organizations including Accor, Sonesta, Belmond, Cisco, and West Virginia University.HFTP’s incoming 2026–2027 Global Board spans finance, technology, and operations professionals from organizations including Accor, Sonesta, Belmond, Cisco, and West Virginia University.
Panelists at HITEC Paris 2026 debated AI intermediation risk, data ownership, and whether efficiency gains from automation are being used to improve hospitality or simply reduce headcount.Panelists at HITEC Paris 2026 debated AI intermediation risk, data ownership, and whether efficiency gains from automation are being used to improve hospitality or simply reduce headcount.
Marking the group’s 11th operational resort, the newly launched Lemon Tree Resort, Pavagadh reflects the Lemon Tree Resorts philosophy of thoughtfully curated upper-midscale retreats that blend modern comfort with the vitality of nature. With fresh, vibrant interiors and playful design elements, the resort offers guests an inviting setting to unwind and discover the destination. It features 44 rooms across five categories. Its dining offering includes Citrus Cafe, a multi-cuisine restaurant with seating for approximately 100 guests. For meetings and celebrations, the resort offers a banquet hall, two boardrooms and an expansive outdoor lawn, said a release.Marking the group’s 11th operational...