Air Passenger Demand on Track to More Than Double by 2050
IATA’s latest long-term projections signal global air passenger demand could more than double by 2050, reshaping routes, airports, and the race to net zero.
William R. Martin
William R Martin writes about travel from the ground up. His work focuses on remote routes, working ports, border crossings, ferry lines, and the landscapes that shape how people move across regions.
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Geopolitics and Inflation Risks Shadow Europe’s Hotel Values
The HVS 2026 European Hotel Valuation Index shows flat headline values as wars, elections and renewed inflation pressures reshape the continent’s hospitality outlook.
Colliers Flags Cooling but Resilient Outlook in 2026 Canadian Hotel Report
Colliers’ 2026 Canadian Hotel Investment Report points to softer deal volumes, rising borrowing costs and selective development amid stable demand fundamentals.
How Hotels Are Transforming Food Waste Management in 2026
Hotels worldwide are turning to data, AI and smarter kitchen practices to cut food waste, lower emissions and meet ambitious sustainability targets.
Australian Hotels Hit Record Highs in 2025 Boom Year
Australia’s hotel sector posted record 2025 results, with all-time high revenues and the strongest investment volumes on record, led by major city and resort assets.
2026 Begins With 3.8% Rise in Global Air Passenger Demand
New IATA data shows global air passenger traffic up 3.8 percent in January 2026, with record load factors and diverging trends between regions.
Google Maps Debuts Gemini Chat for Smarter Place Discovery
Google is rolling out a Gemini powered conversational interface in Maps, turning the app into a more personalized, chat based tool for discovering places.
Inside TPG’s Favorite Waldorf Astoria Hotels Worldwide
From overwater villas in the Maldives to Park Avenue glamour in New York, these Waldorf Astoria favorites define how points collectors travel in style.
Club Marriott to End Membership Program by May 2027
Club Marriott will close to new enrollments on April 1 and fully shut its regional hotel dining and stay benefits program on May 31, 2027.
Hotel Giants Adjust Middle East Travel Waivers for April 2026
Major hotel groups are updating Middle East change and cancellation waivers for April 2026 as unrest and airline disruptions reshape regional travel demand.
Etihad, Emirates and Qatar Airways Four Weeks Into Iran War
Four weeks into the Iran war, Gulf super-connectors Etihad, Emirates and Qatar Airways are operating fragile, reduced networks under intense airspace pressure.
ICAO Moves to Curb Inflight Power Bank Risks With New Limits
New ICAO guidance tightens how passengers may carry and use power banks, including a two‑device limit and a global prohibition on recharging them during flights.