A 2026 industry overview identifies luxury, lifestyle, wellness, extended stay, tech-forward, and adaptive reuse hotels as the six leading segments, with revenue forecast to reach $940B.A 2026 industry overview identifies luxury, lifestyle, wellness, extended stay, tech-forward, and adaptive reuse hotels as the six leading segments, with revenue forecast to reach $940B. 


Google’s commission-free Universal Cart is a placement play: by owning the AI surface where travel decisions are made, Google charges for consideration rather than transactions, shifting auction dynamics against hotels and OTAs alike.Google’s commission-free Universal Cart is a placement play: by owning the AI surface where travel decisions are made, Google charges for consideration rather than transactions, shifting auction dynamics against hotels and OTAs alike. 


A case related to the construction of hotels and resorts in Jharkhand’s Netarhat eco-sensitive zone and Palamu Tiger Reserve has now reached the National Green Tribunal (NGT). Treating the issue as a serious environmental concern, the NGT has issued notices to the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA), the Chief Secretary of Jharkhand, other officials concerned, and the Field Director of the Palamu Tiger Reserve, seeking responses within a month.A case related to the construction of hotels and resorts in Jharkhand’s Netarhat eco-sensitive zone and Palamu Tiger Reserve has now reached the National Green Tribunal (NGT). Treating the issue as a...


The company plans to open up to 10 stores this fiscal year in Delhi and Mumbai, with 6-7 Ben’s Cookies stores opening in June and July, said Sanskriti Gupta, who heads Ben’s Cookies business in India. Dharampal Satyapal Group (DS Group), which has entered into an exclusive master franchise agreement for upwards of 10 years, is visualising a strong growth, driven by rising demand for premium and freshly made products, with consumers increasingly seeking better quality and cafe-style experiences.The company plans to open up to 10 stores this fiscal year in Delhi and Mumbai, with 6-7 Ben’s Cookies stores opening...


Cornell survey of 1,029 U.S. travelers finds AI ranks 4th in travel planning tools, with accuracy concerns cited by 60%+ as the top barrier, and adoption motivations varying sharply across Budget, Premium, Aspirational, and Luxury segments.Cornell survey of 1,029 U.S. travelers finds AI ranks 4th in travel planning tools, with accuracy concerns cited by 60%+ as the top barrier, and adoption motivations varying sharply across Budget, Premium, Aspirational, and Luxury segments. 


Cornell survey of 1,029 U.S. travelers finds AI ranks 4th in travel planning tools, with accuracy concerns cited by 60%+ as the top barrier, and adoption motivations varying sharply across Budget, Premium, Aspirational, and Luxury segments.Cornell survey of 1,029 U.S. travelers finds AI ranks 4th in travel planning tools, with accuracy concerns cited by 60%+ as the top barrier, and adoption motivations varying sharply across Budget, Premium, Aspirational, and Luxury segments. 


Developer Monroe Hospitality LLC is led by Ingram Walters is planning to redevelop the former Hotel Joffre site at 301 N Main St in Monroe, North Carolina into a boutique hotel that would be branded as a Marriott Autograph Collection. The company could invest up to $40 million in developing the hotel. The company could invest up to $40 million in developing the hotel.  

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Zhiwaling is the only property in Bhutan to be certified as a Unique Lodge by National Geographic, a distinction reflecting its commitment to sustainability, authenticity, and excellence in preserving Bhutanese cultural identity while delivering luxury hospitality.Zhiwaling is the only property in Bhutan to be certified as a Unique Lodge by National Geographic, a distinction reflecting its commitment to sustainability, authenticity, and excellence in preserving Bhutanese cultural identity while delivering luxury hospitality.Zhiwaling is the only property in Bhutan to be certified as a Unique Lodge by National Geographic, a distinction reflecting its commitment to sustainability, authenticity, and excellence in preserving Bhutanese...


The launch marks an important milestone in Weddingz’s expansion of its Company Serviced Banquets model, a professionally managed format where Weddingz takes end-to-end operational responsibility for banquet sales, revenue management, guest experience, marketing, vendor coordination, and event execution. The initiative directly addresses several long-standing customer pain points in the banquet industry, including inconsistent pricing, hidden costs, multiple negotiations, last-minute service issues, and uncertainty around food quality and decor execution. It also helps banquet owners improve operational efficiency, inventory utilisation, market visibility, and revenue realization through professionally managed operations and standardized processes, said a release.The launch marks an important milestone in...


Karnataka is boosting its alco-beverage sector. The state government is supporting sustainable growth and expanding breweries beyond Bengaluru. Reforms aim for easier business operations and a tech-driven ecosystem. The government commits to policy stability until 2030. This focus will attract investment and strengthen domestic production. The industry is also prioritizing farmer benefits and rural development.Karnataka is boosting its alco-beverage sector. The state government is supporting sustainable growth and expanding breweries beyond Bengaluru. Reforms aim for easier business operations and a tech-driven ecosystem. The government commits to policy stability until 2030. This focus will attract investment and strengthen domestic production. The...