Hotels

The article ranks the top 10 hotels in Santorini for 2026. These accommodations are described as ranging from a cliffside cave suite located in Oia to a black resort styled after a superhero hideout in Pyrgos.

A Richmond nonprofit is sharing resources for Darby House Senior Apartment residents affected by a fire. These resources are intended for more than a dozen residents who are currently staying in hotels.

The article discusses partnerships with hotels around Moscone West during TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, from October 13 to 15, to offer attendees the best hotel prices.

Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson criticized the Mamdani administration for a nearly $2 billion contract to convert hotels into homeless shelters, calling the decision 'insane'.

Hackers are tampering with Wi-Fi equipment at hotels and conference centers to redirect users to fake Microsoft 365 login pages, posing risks to business travelers. ReliaQuest reports the campaign has been active since June, affecting multiple industries across U.S. cities through compromised Wi-Fi gateways.

90% of 5000 hotels built in 6 years are illegal in Kashmir, according to J&K L-G Manoj Sinha, who also highlighted overpricing by Kashmir hotels.

The Dominican Republic's short-term rental inventory surged 226% since 2018, reaching nearly 57,000 properties. This growth is shifting tourist spending away from traditional hotels and prompting regulatory efforts by tax authorities and the tourism ministry.

Drivers in Kerala’s Kochi are demanding well-maintained washrooms and common resting spaces at hotels and resorts. A protest by tourist taxi drivers at Crowne Plaza highlighted inadequate restroom facilities.

The Army has been deployed to combat wildfires in Spain and France, forcing 220,000 people to flee their homes, including Brits evacuated from hotels. Strong winds threaten to spread the fires further, intensifying the crisis.

Nearly 170 mainland Chinese motorists are expected in Hong Kong under an expanded cross-border travel scheme. The Southbound Travel for Guangdong Vehicles scheme now includes five cities and doubles the daily quota to 200, with hotels offering packages to attract visitors.

Hackers are altering DNS settings on Wi-Fi devices at hotels and conference centers to redirect users to fake Microsoft 365 login pages. This tactic is used to steal Microsoft 365 accounts by intercepting login credentials.

The article discusses the city's preparations to assist residents during dangerously high heat in the coming days and examines if FIFA World Cup matches boosted hotel and rental sectors.

Scammers are impersonating third-party travel websites to deceive hotels into disclosing customer booking information. This fraudulent activity involves tricking hotels into providing sensitive data through fake travel agent pretenses.

Uber Chief Product Officer Sachin Kansal discusses the company's financial-services initiatives, its complex relationship with Waymo, a new AV Labs data operation, and the integration of AI into rider and driver experiences. The article highlights Uber's strategic focus on innovation while avoiding an 'everything for everyone' approach.

Workers have begun emergency repairs to stabilize a Manhattan high-rise after buckled columns and sagging floors caused evacuations near the midtown construction site. The 1970s-era building, being converted into luxury flats, developed structural issues that prompted evacuations in surrounding areas, including a school, diplomatic offices, and hotels.

A plan to house over 1,000 male asylum seekers on a former military base to relocate them from hotels has sparked public anger, with critics labeling it a 'Trojan horse' strategy.

TripAdvisor's AI tool is found to give positive reviews to hotels with serious safety complaints, according to an investigation. The issue is described as 'potentially life-threatening' due to the safety concerns raised.

Hotels are unlikely to reduce food prices soon despite a price cut, as owners seek LPG prices to return to pre-war levels. Restaurateurs have requested OMCs to roll back LPG prices to around ₹2,000 by the end of July.

The state will prioritize applications for new electric cooking services or load enhancements in hotels and cloud kitchens. The initiative aims to promote e-cooking adoption in these sectors.

France is experiencing a severe heatwave, with Paris recording a June temperature of 40.9°C. City residents are seeking relief in hotels with air conditioning and pools, as few private flats in the country, especially in densely populated areas, have cooling systems.

The Supreme Court struck down a Hawai‘i law requiring individuals to obtain permission to carry guns into certain locations like stores and hotels. The ruling does not prevent businesses from implementing their own gun bans on private property.

The Special Olympics event in the Twin Cities with 3,000 athletes, 1,500 coaches, and over 10,000 volunteers is expected to generate a $70 million economic impact, helping hotels and businesses recover from losses during Operation Metro Surge. A separate case involving a pandemic-era meal program resulted in a $2.5 million judgment due to false claims.

Hong Kong’s consumer watchdog has urged hotels and online booking platforms to clearly outline their responsibilities for reservation changes or refunds, citing annual complaints of up to 1,050 over the past three years. The Consumer Council reported 3,346 lodging-related complaints since 2023, with 2,670 from non-local travelers, and 58% of those cases involving contract termination or amendments.

Hotels are facing accountability for customer expectations shaped by AI-generated recommendations and third-party platforms, even when those expectations were not set by the hotel. This misalignment leads to guest dissatisfaction, damaged trust, and business risks as brands absorb blame for unmet promises made by external systems.

The Lagos State Government has issued preventive hygiene guidelines to high-density public venues such as hotels, nightclubs, event centres, lounges, and restaurants to mitigate potential Ebola transmission. The move aims to leverage these establishments in curbing the outbreak.

The Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Awards have named the world's best hotels for 2026, with the winning hotel priced at £35 per night.

New Covent Garden has shifted to an upmarket focus, now supplying Michelin-starred restaurants, hotels, and grocery stores. The historic trading place has repositioned itself to cater to high-end clients.

Travala's new protocol allows AI agents to search and book hotels using USDC on the Base platform. Travelers are required to approve the final payment before booking is completed.

OneAir Elite offers a $100 fee for the opportunity to save up to 60% on hotels and flights, making it easier to save money on travel.

Hotels and service providers often falsely market themselves as eco-friendly. The article provides guidance on identifying such misleading greenwashing claims.

Travelers are encountering 'premium creep' in flights, hotels, and other travel services, as the industry prioritizes profit over quality. The Travel Troubleshooter provides advice on addressing these downgrades.

The Trump administration is considering pulling international flight processing in 'sanctuary cities,' according to Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin. Airlines and hotels have warned against this potential policy change.

Cruises are implementing measures similar to hotels to prevent sunbed overcrowding by using time-stamp stickers and removing towels from unattended beds. These actions aim to ensure fair access to sunbeds for all passengers.

Three months after a drone attack, Cyprus is experiencing a significant decline in tourism, with deserted hotels, empty beaches, and a 50% drop in cruise bookings. The attack has led to widespread abandonment of tourist attractions and economic losses.

Hotels are implementing plane seat-style reservation apps and enhanced security measures to combat the practice of guests reserving sunbeds at dawn. A self-confessed sunbed hogger claims these new technologies and policies will be ineffective at stopping the ongoing disputes over poolside loungers.

Holidaymakers are being turned away from hotels they've paid for due to overbooking, and are being refused refunds. This trend is causing concern among travelers who have already paid for their accommodations. The issue is affecting people who have booked rooms in advance.

Care homes and hotels in Japan are closing as their aggressive expansion strategy fails, leading to financial instability and operational challenges. The sector's decline reflects broader economic pressures and shifting demand.

Measure TC in Los Angeles would impose taxes on online travel companies for markups charged to local customers. Proponents argue this would create a fairer competitive environment between hotels and online booking platforms.

Cornwall's proposed tourist tax is criticized for harming small businesses already struggling due to Labour's rate hikes. The tax could lead to hotel and restaurant closures, worsening the situation for holidaymakers.

Cornwall locals who previously criticized tourists as 'ants' are now urging their return as businesses face collapse due to Labour's high tax rates. Restaurants, hotels, and pubs are struggling amid rising costs linked to government policies.