The charge reflects mounting regulatory scrutiny of the online travel giant's practices amid uneven global travel demand.
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The Miami-based real estate firm's purchase of the landmark London hotel marks its first luxury hotel acquisition in Europe.
The inquiry follows Delta's disclosure of AI fare pricing and a lawsuit alleging JetBlue uses personal data to set airfares.
CEO Ariane Gorin sees AI-driven commerce platforms as the next major advertising channel for the travel giant.
The company argues trust and payments, not AI discovery, will decide who ultimately captures the booking.
The strategic partnership expands Wyndham's global luxury portfolio through HotelREZ's independent hotel network.
The $118 billion goal sets a higher-value strategy as visitor numbers stall at about 33 million, with no budget yet allocated.
The carrier plans an expanded long-haul network as it repositions for global competition.
The break fee illustrates how franchise-based lodging models can be exposed to rent obligations when bookings slow.
The Wine Spectator and Wine Enthusiast publisher reshaped how Americans buy and think about wine.
Demolition permits are already approved for structures on the Gordon Drive property.
The increases raise the question of whether rival US airlines will follow suit again.
Companies moving from pilots to production must decide which AI capabilities to build versus partner for.
The Italian luxury house expands into a region seeing growing high-end consumer demand.
The deal extends Accor-backed Ennismore's lifestyle brand into the Turkish luxury resort market.
The reported cabin design would raise the bar for flagship first class offerings in Asia.
The legendary luxury sleeper train will run an overnight journey along the Côte d'Azur for the first time.
The opening extends the watchmaker's direct retail push into a wealthy Pacific Northwest market.
The pact expands Indian Hotels Company's footprint around major airport hubs.
The black Togo leather bag bears the actress's signature and a personal message to a friend.
The carrier will sell individual seats on its all-premium configuration.
The Swiss clinic brand expands its wellness and longevity offering into Asia.
The biometric screening company is scaling its new high-tech security setup across major hubs.
The Thai developer is positioned as a key force behind the country's growing high-end shopping sector.
The 2011 work will be offered via Loïc Gouzer's Fair Warning app on November 19.
European visitors stayed away while regional travelers made shorter, lower-rate visits.
Cruise lines are deploying their biggest ships on shorter trips despite thin evidence of better returns.
The hotel visionary discusses his career and his view of how TV drama The White Lotus portrays the industry.
The conversion extends IHG's soft-brand luxury collection in the Gulf.
The Mexican resort becomes part of Hyatt's independent luxury soft brand.
The auction house also details its new Digital Select Auction, headlined by a McLaren Senna.
Rising demand positions Asia as a leading market for cruise travel.
The fifth and final bottling closes out the single-malt collection.
The auction house details its seasonal sale of luxury collectibles in Asia.
The London club opens in a Zaha Hadid-designed tower, catering to the Gulf's high-end dining scene.
The full-floor unit features two terraces overlooking the Hudson and East rivers.
The Canary Island is courting a higher-spending visitor with gourmet restaurants and classical music festivals.
The upstart brand is positioning itself against established premium luggage makers.
The Bend property includes a four-bedroom main house, caretaker's cottage and equestrian facilities.
The first class product falls short of true luxury expectations despite its convenience.