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Airbnb’s Brian Chesky Is Creating an AI Lab
Skift Take: Is Brian Chesky development of a new AI Lab outside of Airbnb an acknowledgement that building AI capabilities within Airbnb hasn't been up to par? Or are some tech developments like AI to…
The Best Places to Stay Near Fenway Park for Sox Fans and Concertgoers
These incredible stays are within walking distance of everything else in Boston, too.
These Foldable Travel Bags Are Your Hack for Extra Space on the Way Home
Compact, collapsible totes, backpacks, and duffels for every type of trip.
Celestyal Cruises Coupon Codes: Up to 60% Off Deals for June 2026
Unlock incredible savings on your next Mediterranean adventure with our curated list of Celestyal promo codes, discounts, and last-minute deals. Discover how to apply your savings and embark on an unf…
A top Inspire Brands executive is leaving the company
Dan Lynn, the chief commercial and restaurant officer, is leaving the owner of Dunkin’ to take a CEO position with another company
White Castle is coming to Texas
The fast-food burger chain broke ground this week on its first location in the Lone Star State, at Grandscape in The Colony
Dagne Dover Discount Codes: 20% Off in June | Condé Nast Traveler
Discover the best Dagne Dover deals right now, from verified savings of 15% on your first order and loyalty rewards to up to 60% off end-of-season sale items.
IHG Launches App in ChatGPT, Plans Conversational AI Search for Digital Channels
IHG Hotels & Resorts has launched an app in ChatGPT to enable users to search, compare, and explore its hotels, and will soon add conversational AI search capabilities to IHG.com and the IHG One Rewar…
WTTC Calls for Calm and Coordinated Response As Ebola Outbreak Remains a Localised Health Challenge
The World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) urges a measured and unified approach as the Ebola outbreak continues to be a localized health concern, underscoring the need for effective crisis managemen…
Four Seasons and Blasson Expand in Spain with New Hotel Project in Sevilla’s Plaza Nueva
Four Seasons and Blasson have announced plans to open a new hotel in Sevilla’s Plaza Nueva, scheduled for 2028.
Central and South America’s Travel Sector Expected to Surpass Global Growth in 2026
Central and South America’s travel and tourism sector is projected to grow faster than the global average in 2026, with robust domestic demand, increased international visitor spending, and less expos…
Hilton Expands in Florida Keys with 175-Room Waterfront Resort
Hilton has announced the signing and planned conversion of Ocean’s Edge Resort & Marina on Stock Island to Hilton Key West Resort & Marina, with reservations now open for stays beginning July 1, 2026.
Hilton Signs Agreement to Open LXR Hotels & Resorts in Hakone Gora, Japan
Hilton has announced an agreement with THE SANKEI BUILDING CO., LTD. and HASEKO Real Estate Development, Inc. to open an LXR Hotels & Resorts property in Hakone Gora, Kanagawa, scheduled for summer 20…
Elika Cave Suites Cappadocia, Curio Collection by Hilton Opens in Türkiye
Hilton has announced the opening of Elika Cave Suites Cappadocia, Curio Collection by Hilton, marking the company’s first cave hotel and adding 36 rooms in Ortahisar, Cappadocia.
As Climate Change Persists, So Does Its Threat to My Faith Traditions
With record numbers of deaths and an increasing reluctance to tackle pilgrimages amidst climate change, Mariam Amini reflects on what's at stake.
BOA Steakhouse concept expands in Napa, Scottsdale, Mexico City
The group is also exploring other opportunities in existing and new markets
Registration Opens for The Hospitality Show Scheduled for November in Miami Beach
Registration is now open for The Hospitality Show, which will take place November 2–4, 2026, at the Miami Beach Convention Center in Miami Beach, Florida.
Henderson Park and Pyramid Global Hospitality Acquire Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve in Puerto Rico
Henderson Park has completed the acquisition of the Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve in Río Grande, Puerto Rico, through a joint venture with Pyramid Global Hospitality, which will operate the property.
Mark Hucek Appointed General Manager of The Ellie Beach Resort and DoubleTree Resort Myrtle Beach Oceanfront
Mark Hucek has been appointed general manager of The Ellie Beach Resort Myrtle Beach, Tapestry by Hilton and DoubleTree Resort Myrtle Beach Oceanfront, a dual-resort property on Springmaid Beach.
Consumers dine out more often than they think
Customers underestimate their restaurant frequency by 40%, but also spend less than they say, according to research by Facteus.
The U.S.’ Own Goal: Why World Cup Expectations Deflated
Skift Take: World Cup host cities were promised a once-in-a-generation tourism surge. The lift is real, but some cities’ results are well below expectations. Read the Complete Story On Skift
Chick-fil-A is bringing back its best-selling seasonal offering of all time
The fast-food chicken chain’s signature Cow Appreciation Day also returns for the first time since the pandemic
Why Hotel AI Keeps Cutting Costs Instead of Making Money
Skift Take: AI can't sell what hotel systems can't see. Until room-level data, guest behavior, and service pricing live in one connected system, the industry's AI gains will stay stuck on the cost eff…
Raising Cane’s plans another flagship restaurant in Los Angeles
The fast-casual chicken chain will open a location this month near SoFi Stadium and Intuit Dome
Canada Is Looking for a New Caribbean. Most Destinations Are Not Ready to Be Found
Skift Take: Canada's three winter sun standbys — the U.S., Cuba, and Mexico — are all in trouble at the same time. The Caribbean has never had a better opening. Most destinations are not ready to walk…
Firebirds CEO details casual chain’s unique approach to value through experience
Steve Kislow shares the branding and service components that build loyalty with guests
Delta Expands Travel Benefits on Amex Cards, Holds Fees Steady
Skift Take: Delta is not hiking fees on its credit cards even as its competitors continue to increase annual fees and roll out premium travel credit cards in an increasingly saturated market. Read the…
Dubai Turns to New Visitors and Events to Ride Out Iran War Tourism Slump
Skift Take: Every tool is in play. What’s missing is a lasting ceasefire.Read the Complete Story On Skift
Why These Operators Are Skipping the Pilot Phase
Skift Take: The hospitality companies scaling AI fast aren't running better pilots. They've stopped thinking in pilots at all.Read the Complete Story On Skift
ANJ launches campaign in response to expected betting increase during World Cup
A recent survey conducted by Toluna-Harris Interactive among 1,071 French adults between 19 and 21 May 2026 revealed strong public enthusiasm for the upcoming Fifa World Cup and a notable increase in…
Allwyn records 21% Q1 net revenue uptick supported by PrizePicks acquisition
Today, in a preliminary earnings report for the first three months of 2026, Allwyn has reported a Q1 total revenue uptick of 8% to €2.39 billion, while net revenue increased 21% on the previous year t…
Pizza Hut, Dutch Bros and Logan’s Roadhouse
Get all the headlines in today’s Restaurant Daily podcast
New South Wales government boosts GambleAware funding by $1.3 million
On Thursday, the Minns Labor Government announced a significant increase in funding for GambleAware, the state’s primary provider of gambling harm support services. The injection of an additional AU$1…
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Best Tumi Promo Codes: Save Big on Luggage and Travel Gear
Discover expert tips for using Tumi coupon codes, stacking discounts, and maximizing your savings during the semi-annual sale and beyond.
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The Most Stylish Bars in Paris for Zero-Proof Craft Cocktails
These imaginative bars are shifting the zero-proof scene in the City of Light.
Nigeria’s states race to reshape gambling regulation, but questions remain
Eighteen months after the Supreme Court in Nigeria ruled that the regulation of lotteries and games of chance falls under the authority of state governments rather than the federal government, states…
The Best AI Goes Unnoticed: Perk CPO Nikita Miller on the Future of Business Travel
Skift Take: For Skift IDEA Awards Judge Nikita Miller, the real measure of success in travel and technology isn't the sophistication of the AI — it's the human time and judgment it gives back.Read the…
Booking.com CTO: The New Bottleneck Is Teamwork
Skift Take: Many of the pressing issues in AI implementation are organizational, not technological.Read the Complete Story On Skift
Mews at Skift Data +AI Summit 2026
Skift Take: If your AI investment is being justified internally as labor savings, this session argued you're underselling the revenue case and overselling what's possible. Read the Complete Story On S…
With Hacks Drawn to a Close, a Look at the Filming Locations That Made it Great
Of course the buddy comedy's bittersweet end took place in Paris.
Planning a Bachelorette in Newport? These Airbnbs Mix Gilded Age Glamour With Coastal Charm
These Newport rentals offer private pools, rooftop decks, and stunning harbor views.
Clover Food Lab gets a lifeline
The plant-based chain said it will reopen its doors next week after finalizing a deal to remain open
Rozier defense fights back after prosecutors file additional charges in sports betting case
With the NBA Finals set to tip off, a pre-trial battle is heating up between the two sides in the illegal sports betting case involving a prominent professional basketball player. Days after prosecuto…
Ruggedly Beautiful Cyprus Is a Rock Climber's Dream
A new book on the island's best bouldering—climbing without ropes or harnesses—helps travelers experience it for themselves.
Logan’s Roadhouse is testing THC cocktails
Three new beverages infused with hemp-derived THC are hitting the menu at 14 locations in Texas.
NGB warns of surge in illegal betting ahead of World Cup
South Africa’s National Gambling Board (NGB) this week issued a public warning regarding a notable increase in illegal online gambling platforms and counterfeit betting applications targeting South Af…
PlayCity Ukraine issues 250 licences in new regulator’s first year
Ukraine’s gambling regulator PlayCity, in cooperation with the Ministry of Digital Transformation, has completed its inaugural year of operations, reporting progress in licensing, tax collection…
Why won’t the ECJ settle the player-losses fight?
For years, Europe’s gambling industry looked towards Luxembourg in the hope that the European Court of Justice (ECJ) could deliver a decisive answer to one of the sector’s most expensive and political…
Allwyn names former Virginia Lottery chief as North America CEO
Global gambling group Allwyn has appointed Khalid Reede Jones as the new chief executive officer of its North American division, the company announced on Tuesday. Jones will assume the Chicago-based r…
Hanoi police launches criminal proceeding against agency supporting black-market gambling
Police in Hanoi have initiated criminal proceedings against numerous staff members of SEO media agency Super Thi Seo Media Services Co Ltd for providing illegal information to black market operators,…
Articles sourced from Hotel News Resource, Nation's Restaurant News, iGB, Skift, and Condé Nast Traveler. All content belongs to the respective publishers.