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BreakingGermany DERTour Group will become the sole owner of DSR Hotel Holding after acquiring the remaining 25.1% stake from Deutsche Seereederei (DSR), starting August 1, 2026.The acquisition brings DSR Hotel Holding fully into the DERTour Group, the tourism division of REWE Group, one of Europe's largest retail and tourism companies.DERTour...
Other NewsABTA, The Travel Association estimates that 2.2 million UK travelers are set to head overseas for their summer vacations this weekend (July 24-27), the first weekend this year when all schools across the UK are on summer break.Spain remains the number one destination for families, with the Costa del Sol,...
Other NewsBusiness travel platform BizAway has expanded its European footprint with the acquisition of Dutch travel management company (TMC) Uniglobe Alliance Travel, strengthening its presence in the Benelux region.The deal, effective since July 1, 2026, marks another step in BizAway's strategy to build a leading pan-European business travel company through a...
BreakingExpedia Group and Allegiant Travel Company today announced a strategic partnership as the airline looks to tap Expedia Group’s booking expertise and extensive network of U.S. travelers.This partnership marks a major milestone for Expedia Group and the airline, making it the first authorized online travel agency (OTA) to distribute Allegiant flights. The 12-month exclusive agreement will bring Allegiant’s nonstop network...
BreakingAsia-Pacific's hotel distribution market is entering a new phase as the rapid post-pandemic recovery gives way to slower growth and tougher competition, according to a new report from hospitality technology company D-Edge.The study analyzed booking and distribution data from more than 2,000 hotels across Europe and Asia between 2022 and...
BreakingThe US Department of Transportation (DOT) has officially relaxed airline fee disclosure requirements, reversing a transparency rule introduced during the Biden administration and giving carriers greater flexibility in how they present ancillary charges to travelers.The revised regulation, which took effect on July 2, follows a February decision by the Fifth...
AgentNew research from ABTA – The Travel Association reveals the conflict in the Middle East has reshaped how and when people book their vacations, with travelers increasingly turning to travel professionals for advice and reassurance.Nearly a third (31%) of UK adults said they are now more likely than before the...
AgentFollowing the strong success of its inaugural event, VISIT FLORIDA has announced the return of Florida Huddle UK & Ireland, a dedicated trade show designed exclusively to showcase the Sunshine State.The inaugural event was held September 22–23, 2025 in London. It had a total of 20 Florida partners, primarily destination...
Other NewsRecruitment activity in the UK travel sector softened in May 2026, according to the latest Activity Index from C&M Travel Recruitment, as global uncertainty continued to weigh on hiring momentum.The report showed a broad-based slowdown across candidates, vacancies and placements – marking the first time since June last year that...
AgentMindtrip, an AI-powered platform that empowers people to travel differently, launched last month Mindtrip Flights, a new, conversation-led experience that makes it easier to find, compare, and book flights while making smarter decisions along the way.Powered by Sabre’s AI-native travel platform, Sabre Mosaic, offering agentic-ready Air APIs and integrated with...
AgentKuoni UK is giving travelers and travel agents even more certainty when booking far ahead, extending its guaranteed out-of-date-range (ODR) flight program through the end of 2027.The luxury tour operator said the expansion means fixed flight pricing is now available on approximately 90% of its most popular destinations, allowing customers...
TransportationCar rental specialist Zest Car Rental has expanded its online presence with the acquisition of the Clarify Car Hire website. The deal brings together two UK-based brands known for focusing on clear pricing, straightforward booking processes and customer-focused car rental services. Zest Car Rental said the acquisition supports its long-term...
