More Americans staying in the U.S. for their vacations; Millennials seek new types of accommodations. @GeneraliGA_NA
Brand USA partners with American Airlines and Marriott International
Brand USA invites more than 50 journalists from 50 publications to explore the United StatesÕ rich history, diverse culture and unique destinations. @Marriott
Increasing number of professionals can’t unplug on vacation
Majority of workers (56 percent) connect with the office during their break. Professionals in New York, Charlotte, Los Angeles, Miami and Seattle check in the most; Cleveland and Minneapolis the least. Seven in 10 millennials check in with the office, while the majority of workers ages 55 and older fully disconnect on holiday. @Accountemps
– Employees plan to take an average of 9 days off this summer, down from 10 in 2017
Bleisure travellers are hungry for sunshine, sightseeing and cuisine
Expedia Group Media Solutions data shows more than 60 percent of business trips are extended for leisure purposes. @ExpediaMedia
Is working on vacation key to enjoying it?
New survey by Wrike finds many workers enjoy vacation better when they know things are going smoothly at work. @wrike
Hilton to cut environmental footprint in half and to double social impact investment
New consumer research confirms environmental and social efforts are central to hotel guest booking decisions.
Japan has the most powerful passport in the world
Asian countries take the lead when it comes to travel freedom. @HenleyPartners
Minor International acquires 8.6% stake of NH Hotel Group
Minor InternationalÊ(MINT) has announced that it has reached an agreement to acquire 30,000,000 shares in NH Hotel Group in a transaction valued at EUR 192 million, which together with its existing shareholding will increase MINTÕs stake in NH Hotel Group to 8.6% on a fully diluted basis. @minorhotels @nhhotelgroup
Hilton and Country Garden announce strategic partnership
Alliance between China’s foremost property developer and global hospitality leader seeks to convert hotels to Hilton’s market-leading brands. @HiltonHotels
Autograph Collection hotels debut in South Africa
Autograph Collection, Marriott InternationalÕs distinctive collection of thoughtfully designed independent hotels, has welcomed five African Pride Hotels to its global portfolio, marking the debut of the brand in South Africa. @autographhotels
