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In 2023, GetYourGuide, Tripadvisor, and Klook are leading online travel agencies focusing on experiences, with GetYourGuide in Europe reporting over €1 billion ($1.1 billion) in revenue. Despite their leadership, they face challenges due to smaller income from experience bookings compared to accommodations and competition from offline tour operators, with Tripadvisor refocusing by selling its dining…

Amadeus conducted a survey involving 500 hotel leaders worldwide, including 100 from the Asia-Pacific region, revealing that rising operational costs and digital transformation challenges are the primary concerns for the industry by 2026. The survey highlighted key guest profiles such as the Empowered Guest (39%), Digital-Savvy Guest (36%), and Peace-of-Mind Guest (36%), with the Asia-Pacific…

By 2026, 53% of travelers are expected to show increased interest in “set-jetting,” where they visit destinations featured in movies or TV shows, with 81% of Gen Z and Millennials stating that entertainment influences their travel decisions. This trend presents an opportunity for hotels near filming locations to attract younger travelers by offering themed packages…

PhocusWire’s report for RateHawk, based on a survey of 1,300 professionals, identifies ten key trends in the travel industry, including a positive outlook on AI by 57% of respondents and a willingness by nearly 50% to use AI for tasks like payment follow-up. Challenges such as regulatory changes (27%), financial instability (23%), and customer responsiveness…