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PhocusWire | February 18, 2020

Lufthansa Group and Amadeus have renewed their long-term commercial partnership, giving the carrier access to the Altea passenger service system as well as a range of other digital services. While the deal was agreed in principle about a year ago, Amadeus says it has taken time to negotiate various elements included in it. The Altea system will continue to provide its reservations and ticketing technology as well as inventory and disruption management to Lufthansa....

Hospitality Trends

Travel + Leisure Co | September 25, 2023

Travel + Leisure Co. collaborates with Sports Hospitality Ventures to launch sports-themed resort complexes near college towns. Introducing the Sports Illustrated Resorts vacation club, uniting sports enthusiasts and offering flexible bookings and amenities. Sports Illustrated Resorts unveils residences, with fractional and wholly owned condominiums managed professionally. Expansion plans include chic beach clubs and experience parks, w...

PhocusWire | April 09, 2020

Airbnb has temporarily halted bookings on the platform in the U.K., except for key workers and those with "essential stays." The closure of bookings until at least April 18 has yet to be extended to other countries. The decision comes just days after the company said it would be relying on hosts to ensure guests were not contravening government guidance on non-essential travel. Patrick Robinson, director of public policy at Airbnb, says in a statement: "Hosts across the UK are pla...

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Princess Cruises | October 12, 2021

Princess Cruises today celebrated its return to San Francisco with the maiden call of Majestic Princess, the first cruise ship to visit the City by the Bay since the industry global pause of operations. Guests onboard Majestic Princess experienced the iconic attractions of San Francisco during a port call on a seven-day Classic California Coast voyage, sailing roundtrip from Los Angeles. Long-time partners from the Port of San Francisco welcomed Princess Cruises back, recognizing ...