Thailand launches “TravelGreen Thailand” to promote responsible travel. What are other countries doing? In Finland, the national programme Sustainable Travel Finland (STF) , managed by Visit Finland, has been available to the industry since 2020, providing a structured 7-step framework for developing and measuring sustainability practices before granting an STF label to businesses and destinations. …
Lake.com, the travel marketplace dedicated to vacations by the water, today announced it has reached 40,000 active rental properties across 36 countries, marking a major milestone as travelers increasingly seek stays near lakes, beaches, rivers, and marinas. We set out this year with the ambitious goal of onboarding 30,000 properties. Thanks to the trust of …
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MMGY Research Reveals Shifts in U.S. Leisure Travel Planning – Image Credit MMGY MMGY’s latest report indicates that U.S. leisure travelers are adjusting their travel planning and spending strategies in response to ongoing economic pressures. MMGY Travel Intelligence has released findings from its “Winter Edition” of the Portrait of American Travelers, revealing shifts in how …
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The Future of Hotel Distribution: Key Trends Shaping 2026 – Image Credit Unsplash In 2026, hotel distribution is undergoing significant structural changes driven by technological advancements, regulatory shifts, and evolving traveler behaviors. These changes are reshaping how hotels generate and manage demand, with artificial intelligence, new distribution channels, and regulatory compliance playing pivotal roles. Whitesky …
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(RTTNews) – Allegiant Travel Company (ALGT) and Sun Country Airlines (SNCY) announced that they have entered into a definitive merger agreement under which Allegiant will acquire Sun Country in a cash-and-stock transaction valued at approximately $1.5 billion, including $0.4 billion of Sun Country’s net debt. SNCY closed at $15.77 on January 9, 2026, up $0.42, …
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Miami recorded the largest increases in ADR and RevPAR, rising 17.1% to $383.32 and 26.4% to $337.51, respectively. – Image Credit Unsplash The U.S. hotel industry experienced a notable increase in occupancy and revenue, driven by strong holiday travel. Miami and Minneapolis emerged as top performers, while Tampa and Atlanta faced declines in key metrics. The …
Debating AI’s Role in Travel at WTM 2025: Enemy or Ally? – Image Credit Unsplash The recent World Travel Market (WTM) 2025 hosted a debate on whether artificial intelligence (AI) is the enemy of travel, highlighting differing opinions on AI’s role in enhancing or diminishing the travel experience. The session titled “Artificial intelligence is the …
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Kara Jackson, CLT Marketing Manager Newnan, GA — Clothes Less Traveled Nonprofit Thrift Shop has announced a major pricing change at its Newnan location effective January 13, 2026, transitioning the store to a $3 standard price-per-item model for adult clothing. The change is designed to increase access to quality, affordable apparel for Coweta residents. Under …
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Kara Jackson, CLT Marketing Manager Newnan, GA — Clothes Less Traveled Nonprofit Thrift Shop has announced a major pricing change at its Newnan location effective January 13, 2026, transitioning the store to a $3 standard price-per-item model for adult clothing. The change is designed to increase access to quality, affordable apparel for Coweta residents. Under …
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Machine Readable passport of Bangladesh. Image via Flickr by Moin Uddin. CC BY-NC 2.0. The green Bangladeshi passport, once a symbol of hope and opportunity for millions seeking better lives abroad, has become a liability at immigration counters worldwide. What unfolds daily at airports across Southeast Asia, Western Asia, and beyond is not merely a …
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