Remember all those niche travel bloggers and cool social media creators who helped your hotel pop up in feeds worldwide? Booking.com just slammed the door in their faces. And basically in yours too… But, don’t worry WIWT got you covered as we tell you exactly what this means for your hotel, in this article from our perspective as a Travel Affiliate Program.
Food for Thought: Is Traditional Search Dead?
A recent post on LinkedIn declared the end of the search engines as we know them. the list even declared “R.I.P. Search.” This is in tune with an avalanche of recent headlines arguing that traditional search is dead due to the rise of AI Search via the generative AI platforms ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity, etc.
Wyndham’s First-Annual Owner Trends Report Highlights Positive Long-Term Outlook, Vital Role of Brands
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts today unveiled its first-annual Hotel Owner Trends Report. A multi-month effort spanning two industry-wide surveys of hundreds of hotel owners and property developers, the findings paint a picture of an industry that, despite the tumultuous news cycle, remains confident in its resilience and long-term growth prospects.
Strategic Tariffs and Their Impact on Travel and Hospitality
In recent times, the word ‘tariff’ has jumped from the back pages of economic textbooks to front-page headlines. Once the domain of trade negotiators and industry insiders, tariffs have become part of a broader political conversation, influencing everything from stock markets to airfares.
Discover a World of Flavors: Radisson Hotels launches direct restaurant booking on its website
Exploring exceptional gastronomy, both locally and globally, is now just a click away. Radisson Hotel Group proudly launches a digital innovation that celebrates its culinary excellence: guests and local visitors can now search and book restaurants directly on RadissonHotels.com. With over 1,900 restaurants worldwide, from elegant rooftops to relaxed urban dining spots, this new functionality lets food lovers explore, reserve and enjoy in just a few clicks.
Destination by Hyatt brand debuts in Greece with the opening of Zélia Halkidiki
New resort offers guests unique, wellness-focused experiences and a chance to embrace authentic Greek beauty.
Hyatt Announces Unscripted by Hyatt, a New Upscale Collection Brand, As Part of Brand-Led Evolution to Grow in More Markets, With More Members, for More Stay Occasions
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced Unscripted by Hyatt, the newest brand in its growing Essentials portfolio. Designed for travelers who value the essentials and prefer spontaneity over structure, Unscripted by Hyatt hotels will bring to life a flexible, collection-style approach where each property reflects its own identity and local flavor yet remains unmistakably Hyatt in quality and care.
Spain’s Tourism Sector Could Exceed €260 Billion by 2025, According to WTTC
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) forecasts that by 2025 the travel and tourism sector in Spain could reach a new all-time high, with an estimated contribution of €260.5 billion to GDP, equivalent to almost 16% of the national economy.
IHG Hotels & Resorts’ Conversion-Friendly Brands Fuel Growth Opportunities for Owners
Quick-to-market conversions backed by attractive brands and a powerful commercial engine are a winning combination that is driving growth for IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) and its owners. IHG has seen a steady increase of conversion activity in recent years, with its total global conversion signings nearly doubling between 2023 and 2024.
Supercity Aparthotels Announces Major UK Expansion with Three New Openings
Supercity Aparthotels, one of the UK’s leading contemporary aparthotel brands, is set to open three new properties in Edinburgh, Leeds and York over the next two months.