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Airbnb's CEO is signaling an expansion beyond stays into adjacent travel categories via AI agents, raising the prospect of new competition with airlines and cruise lines.
The results suggest affordability-driven demand is lifting Airbnb faster than Booking and Expedia as the short-term rental market normalizes.
Leadership departures open the door to a sale process or other strategic alternatives at the travel review and bookings company.
The Dutch carrier says profitability is improving but warns its future is not guaranteed without major cost reductions.
The defeat complicates Airbnb's effort to loosen short-term rental rules ahead of the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles.
The Viator and Tripadvisor experiences consolidation failed to lift revenue and profits, which both fell in the third quarter.
Fuel hedges converted a likely loss into a profit, but the full cost of regional conflict will surface once that cover expires.
None of this week's threats proved real, but each forced diversions, searches and rebuilt schedules on top of conflict-driven fuel costs and closed airspace.
The strategy stacks on existing Commission tourism plans but lacks measurable goals, limiting its practical impact on overtourism.
Owning the building simplified the launch, but replicating the model with outside owners and co-branding partners will be harder.
The annual ranking shapes global dining travel demand and reservations at the winning venues.
The Miami-based developer is extending its luxury hospitality portfolio into Europe following an initial regional purchase.
The biometric security firm is scaling its self-service screening setup across major US hubs.
The carrier will launch service from LAX and SFO to the Michigan resort region starting in 2027.
The luxury hotel operator adds Dubai to its pipeline as Gulf markets continue to draw high-end hospitality investment.
The new fare tier unbundles business class, a shift in how premium cabins are sold on long-haul routes.
The former Queer Eye design lead is moving into hotel development with properties in the California desert.
The seasonal route reconnects South Australia to United's California hub and Polaris cabin.
The expansion gives eligible cardholders more booking options and credits through Chase's premium travel platform.
The tie-up adds independent luxury properties to Wyndham's distribution and loyalty reach.
The carrier's refreshed widebody interior is rolling out on long-haul routes with updated premium seating.
The auction house's Hong Kong luxury sales underscore Asia's role in the high-end collectibles market.
The Saudi carrier is upgrading its premium cabin as it competes for long-haul connecting traffic.
The luxury textile and fashion house is opening its first regional presence as high-end brands court Latin American shoppers.
The decision reverses a lower court order that had required the city to redo parts of the tax's rollout, though litigation continues.
Top chefs weigh in on where fine dining is heading, based on the World's 50 Best list.
One of the new restaurants will debut in the capital's JW Marriott this year, tying fine dining to a hotel property.
The American Alliance of Museums survey signals audience unease as institutions adopt AI in exhibitions.
The boutique opening reflects Rolex's continued push into direct retail in key affluent markets.
The international restaurant group extends its footprint into Mexico's Los Cabos luxury resort corridor.
The piece ties the watchmaker to an artist estate theme in a limited run aimed at collectors.
The Thai mall developer is credited with shaping Bangkok's growing luxury shopping scene.
The hotel group's founder discusses the meaning of luxury amid the industry's fascination with the show's satire.
Indian premium malls are gaining prominence as luxury brands expand in the market.
The historic Miami neighborhood is the latest to see upscale redevelopment pressure.
The Utah property once home to Robert Redford's festival is repositioning as a retreat for Hollywood creatives after the event moved to Colorado.
Cruise operators are seeing rising demand in Asia, where island geography favors sea-based itineraries.
The celebrity-backed spirits brand adds a blend of anejo and extra anejo to its luxury lineup.
The concept uses the new Megazilla 2.0 engine in a specialized extreme-climate vehicle.
The world-famous French spa operator is entering Australia's premium wellness market.
The New York Knicks guard has returned his Florida property to the market with pool, outdoor kitchen and putting green.
The five-story Manhattan home reflects the late art collector's personal style.
The property is building its positioning around wellness and long life, a growing theme in high-end hospitality.
The midcentury Los Angeles residence was briefly shared with Mike Tyson in the late 1980s.
The performance boat maker is extending its distribution through a new global tie-up.
The Canary Island is repositioning toward premium travelers with new hotels, gastronomy and cultural events.
The decade-long scheme involved diverting funds to support a high-end personal lifestyle.
The Mexican Pacific state is gaining attention in 2027 travel planning lists.
The venue targets evening-oriented luxury entertainment, a novel format in Mexican tourism.
The event gathered regional hospitality and lifestyle figures as Asia's luxury market expands.
The charity event is anchored by auction lots built around luxury travel and access.
The independent jeweler is reinvesting in its flagship as luxury retail consolidates.
The Malaysian retailer is expanding its premium eyewear format in a major shopping mall.