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At the EHL HumanX Summit in Lausanne, Mirko Lalli emphasized that 60% of travelers depend on AI for trip planning, with 80% of AI-driven suggestions coming from online travel agencies, which can render many destinations invisible. Lalli noted that adapting to this trend requires 30% technical preparation and 70% content adaptation, as evidenced by a…

Agilysys will participate in HITEC 2026 from June 15-18 in San Antonio, Texas, where Senior VP Frank Pitsikalis and VP Thor Hansen will lead three sessions on AI in hospitality, exploring topics such as connected data, guest experience personalization, and revenue growth. The sessions are scheduled for June 15 at 2:45 p.m., June 16 at…

Hotels.com’s 2026 Hotel Price Index reveals strategies for maximizing hotel savings, such as booking 8-14 days in advance, staying on Sunday nights, and utilizing the “Budget” filter, which increased in usage by 1800%, and “Rewards,” which rose by 820%. January is the most affordable month for stays, while the second week of October is the…

In Summer 2026, domestic travel in the United States is experiencing a significant increase in demand, with a 21% rise in U.S. accommodation searches and a 29% increase in domestic flight searches, driven by a preference for shorter, experience-led urban getaways. Austin is leading the surge in interest, showing a 423% growth in accommodation searches,…

Coca-Cola is leveraging artificial intelligence and scenario modeling tools to enhance its marketing and commercial investment strategies. These technologies are aimed at optimizing decision-making processes and improving business outcomes.

Holiday Inn Portland – Columbia Riverfront’s sales team, under Tammy Oxentenko, utilizes Knowland’s data to enhance group business growth by identifying opportunities, analyzing competitors, and supporting prospecting efforts. By combining market intelligence with research and relationship building, the team creates meaningful connections with potential clients, transforming data into successful conversations and future bookings.

Zurich, 10 June 2026 – KITRO, founded by Anastasia Hofmann and Naomi MacKenzie, is experiencing a surge in demand for its AI-powered waste reduction technology due to new EU regulations requiring a 30% reduction in per-capita food waste by 2030. With over 500 kitchens in 40 countries, KITRO has saved EUR 13 million, 4.1 million…

Based on AI-rated statistics across 86,099 hotels in 6,083 cities and 179 countries, the article evaluates global hotel quality. The assessment identifies the countries with the best hotels by analyzing various ratings, ultimately contributing to a comprehensive comparison of international hotel standards.