Expedia Group reveals 2026 travel trends in new ‘Unpack’ report
US: Expedia Group has unveiled Unpack ’26: The Trends in Travel, its latest annual report highlighting the key shifts shaping global tourism next year. Drawing on insights from more than 24,000 global travellers, the report identifies seven core trends from salvaged hotels and farm stays to book club retreats and AI-powered destination stewardship all reflecting […]
ÖÖD Group secures investment from Bayard Capital
Estonia/Australia: Estonia-based nature hospitality brand ÖÖD Group, known for its mirror-house cabins, has secured investment from Australian family-owned growth investor Bayard Capital to accelerate its global expansion. Known for its mirror-clad ÖÖD Mirror House design manufactured in Estonia and the US since 2016, the company launched an international hospitality arm in 2022 via its ÖÖD […]
Oliver’s Travels announces Pure France acquisition
France/United Kingdom: Holiday rental company Oliver’s Travels has announced the acquisition of Pure France, its largest deal to date, adding more than 331 homes to its portfolio. The move brings Oliver’s Travels’ collection in France to over 1,600 properties, strengthening its presence in one of its core destinations. Pure France, which has built its reputation […]
Marriott launches Outdoors platform and new brand
US: Marriott International has announced the launch of Marriott Bonvoy Outdoors, a new digital platform designed to connect travellers with outdoor-focused stays and experiences. The platform allows users to search across more than 450 hotels, 50,000 Homes & Villas, and curated tours and activities linked to outdoor pursuits such as skiing, hiking, surfing, and scuba […]
Airbnb unveils trending destinations for 2025
Worldwide: Airbnb has unveiled its 25 trending destinations for guests to visit in 2025.
Marriott signs founding deals with outdoor lodging brands
US: Marriott International has expansed its outdoor-focused lodging offerings by signing founding deals with two experiential travel brands – Postcard Cabins and Trailborn.
ENVI Lodges to launch at AHIC
Dubai: Luxury experiential lodge brand and hospitality management company, ENVI Lodges, which aims to transform the hospitality industry in the Middle East, is set to launch next week. ENVI, which will officially launch at AHIC – Arabian & African Hospitality Investment Conference [20-22 September, Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai, UAE], has been created with sustainability at its core, […]