The College of Charleston Launches Hospitality School

The College of Charleston announced the launch of the Michael and Amy Bennett School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, a new school backed by Hotel Bennett founder Michael Bennett and his family. Announced at Hotel Bennett, the school is housed in the College’s School of Business and is designed to strengthen the hospitality leadershipContinue Reading

Travel in 2026: Maximalism, AI, and Authenticity Redefine the Industry

The concept of “Instagrammable” destinations has become central to travel planning, with nearly half of travelers choosing destinations based on their potential for social media content. – Image Credit Unsplash+    The HBX Group Travel Trends 2026 report highlights a shift in the travel industry towards maximalist experiences, increased use ofContinue Reading

PwC Report: AI at the heart of tourism and hospitality – powering personalisation, efficiency and growth

PwC Report: AI at the heart of tourism and hospitality – powering personalisation, efficiency and growth — Source: PwC Artificial intelligence is reshaping how the tourism and hospitality industry operates and grows. Across the Middle East, AI is powering smarter, more sustainable destinations – enhancing guest experiences, improving efficiency andContinue Reading

US takes huge tourism hit from one key country

Veronika Bondarenko Thu, January 8, 2026 at 3:47 PM MST 3 min read New geopolitical events around Venezuela and Greenland have pushed President Donald Trump’s references to Canada as a “51st state” and targeting of Canada with tariffs somewhat into the background. Still, Canadians continue to protest the current administration’sContinue Reading

Cyclone Ditwah exposes climate risks to nature-based tourism in Sri Lanka

In late November, Cyclone Ditwah triggered landslides and flooding across Sri Lanka’s biodiversity-rich hill country, disrupting nature-based tourism during the peak travel season. UNESCO World Heritage sites, including the Knuckles Conservation Forest, Horton Plains and Peak Wilderness, faced trail closures, access restrictions and infrastructure damage. Popular destinations faced cancellations andContinue Reading

Ranakpur–Jawai Bandh Festival 2025 Boosts Tourism and Local Engagement

The RanakpurJawai Bandh Festival 2025, held on 2122 December, was a major success, showcasing the regions culture, heritage, adventure, and natural beauty. With activities ranging from plantation drives and jeep safaris to cultural evenings, handicraft exhibitions, and adventure sports, the festival drew strong tourist participation and boosted local business andContinue Reading

100% of RIU’s hotels have the ECOSTARS certification, an important sustainability milestone

RIU Hotels & Resorts has achieved the ECOSTARS certification for all of its operational establishments, becoming the first hotel chain worldwide to accomplish this feat. This global certification reaffirms the Mallorcan chain’s commitment to responsible and sustainable tourism, and this milestone, which was originally planned for 2026 as part ofContinue Reading