Keyword "Hospitality and leisure industry" - List of latest news (167 results)

05:53 More travelers are using ‘buy now, pay later’ plans to pay for trips. Here's when it may make sense

The BNPL model — which allows buyers to pay in installments, sometimes with no interest or late fees — is gaining traction among young, cash-strapped travelers.

16/04 How does an island with high prices and few beaches attract tourists? Singapore lays out a plan

Singapore plans to increase tourism revenue by more than 60% in 15 years by focusing on business travelers, live events and the stopover visitors.

04/04 Is it safe to travel to Thailand right now? Thai officials say yes

Despite the fanfare of HBO's '"White Lotus," Thailand's tourism arrivals are expected to fall following March's earthquake — at least in the short term.

03/04 The most powerful passports of 2025 — a new country tops the list

Ireland has the strongest passport in the world, according to the Nomad Passport Index 2025.

01/04 International visitors pour into Japan — to the delight and dismay of its ski towns

Some ski towns in Japan are booming from a rise in international visitors, while resorts in other areas are closing as domestic demand falters.

21/03 London's Heathrow Airport closes Friday after large fire causes 'significant power outage'

London's Heathrow Airport closed on Friday after a fire at a nearby electrical substation caused a power outage, airport officials said.

19/03 People are selling Singapore Airlines miles online. Here's what the airline says about that

Buying and selling airline miles isn't illegal, but it often violates the terms of frequent flyer programs like KrisFlyer, Singapore Airlines' loyalty program.

18/03 Singapore is more expensive than regional peers. So it's using a different playbook to attract visitors

Singapore is one of the most expensive cities in the world, so it's using world-class attractions, business conferences and live events to attract visitors.

15/02 Argentines flock to budget-friendly beaches in neighboring countries as their peso strengthens

On a recent hot summer day in Chile, the beaches of Viña del Mar, Concón and Reñaca are packed with holidaymakers sharing yerba mate teas and playing ball.

29/01 Chinese travelers cancel Lunar New Year trips to Thailand over safety concerns

Fallout from the kidnapping of a Chinese actor who was rescued from a scamming compound along the Thai-Myanmar border has also affected other Southeast Asian countries.

22/01 'The best experience': He's been on 30 trips with a company that links travelers who can see with those who can't

Glyn Evans has taken 30 trips with TravelEyes, a company that discounts trips for travelers who describe what they see to visually impaired travelers.

20/01 'The Sound of Music' turns 60 this year. Salzburg has plenty in store for fans

Salzburg, Austria, is celebrating the 60th anniversary of the release of "The Sound of Music" film with special exhibitions, tours and performances in 2025.

17/01 Rome's Jubilee is expected to attract 32 million people. Here's why — and how to avoid the crowds

Jubilees are typically celebrated every 25 years in the Catholic Church. Here's why, including tips on where to stay, what to eat and how to avoid the crowds.

15/01 Travelers can soon fly from Singapore to the 'gateway' to Komodo National Park

Jetstar Asia said it's launching the first direct route between Singapore and Labuan Bajo, Indonesia, a town near Komodo National Park and its famous "dragons."

09/01 The world's most powerful passport has a clear winner this year — in 2024 it was a six-way tie

Singapore has the most powerful passport, according to the 2025 Henley Passport Index. The nation-state was part of a six-way tie in the 2024 ranking.

08/01 Aviation industry faces a slew of challenges — 'problems that will take years' to resolve

The aviation industry is bracing for another year of turbulence, as delivery delays at Boeing and supply chain problems are set to continue in 2025.

03/01 'Unprecedented': The most punctual global airline last year was 'absolutely' a surprise, analytics firm CEO says

Aeromexico, Saudia and Delta Air Lines were the most on-time global airlines in 2024, according to a report by aviation company Cirium.

31/12 The world's top hotels and restaurants are changing how they serve water

To reduce transport costs and waste, thousands of luxury hotels and high-end restaurants are turning to "premium" water that is purified and bottled on-site.

29/12 'Noctourism' is expected to be a big travel trend in 2025

"Noctourism" focuses on nighttime travel experiences. Proponents say it's a way to avoid heat and crowds, while seeing a destination in a different light.

26/12 'One of the best experiences I've had as a parent.' The benefits of father-daughter trips

After this daughter started school, freelance writer Thomas Board was missing time alone with his daughter. So he planned a trip to Norway for the two of them.

23/12 Macao is becoming a city of sports and entertainment, Sands China CEO says, as President Xi urges diversification

Sands China CEO Grant Chum told CNBC that a new deal with the NBA to bring pre-season games to Macao will bolster its reputation as a global sports hotspot.

19/12 Luxury safaris are changing — here's what affluent travelers want now

Luxury travelers want more from safaris today, pushing the industry to offer experiences that highlight animal conservation efforts and neighboring communities.

17/12 The world's busiest flight routes in 2024

Asia-Pacific is home to many of the busiest flight routes in the world, even though capacity on many routes has not yet reached 2019 levels.

12/12 Indian outbound travel will be ‘the story’ of the next decade, says Hilton executive

Indian travelers spent $34 billion on outbound travel in 2023. That's "minuscule" compared to what's to come, said Alan Watts, Hilton's Asia-Pacific president.

10/12 Travel is finally back — and an era of huge growth is upon us

U.N. Tourism says international arrivals will fully recover this month, marking an end to years of recovery efforts stemming from the Covid-19 pandemic.

05/12 Ed Sheeran announces concert in Bhutan — with tickets starting at $10

Ed Sheeran announced this week he's taking his Mathematics Tour to Bhutan on Jan. 24, 2025 — the first major international concert to be held in the country.

03/12 Visiting Europe's Christmas markets? Here's how to do it — via a river cruise

A river cruise is a convenient way to explore some of the oldest and most famous Christmas markets in Europe, writes contributor Penny Sadler.

25/11 Six travelers in Laos died from suspected tainted alcohol. Here's where incidents happen the most

Six travelers have died from suspected methanol poisoning in Vang Vieng, Laos. Most of these incidents occur in Asia, according to Doctors Without Borders.

21/11 ‘We are firing on all cylinders': Marriott CEO says business is solid despite corporate layoffs

Marriott International's business operations and growth are solid, Anthony Capuano told CNBC Travel Monday, despite layoffs and low domestic demand in China.

18/11 Thailand legalizing same-sex marriage is likely to bring a flood of tourists

Thailand's same-sex marriage law could add 4 million tourists and $2 billion in tourism revenue per year, according to a report commissioned by Agoda.

14/11 The trendiest gift to give this season? Travel — if you can figure out how

Chief among complaints are needing to book exact dates for another person and lacking required details to book on behalf of another, according to Accenture.

13/11 A new luxury sleeper train is launching in England and Wales — here’s what a trip will cost

The LVMH-owned luxury hospitality company Belmond is launching a luxury sleeper train that will take travelers through the countryside of England and Wales.

11/11 Temperatures cool in Japan, but inbound travel shows little signs of slowing down

Temperatures are cooling in Japan, but interest in visiting shows no signs of abating, as autumn arrivals continue to outpace pre-pandemic levels.

07/11 China extends visa-free policy to 9 more countries — including South Korea

This is the latest round of countries to be added to China's ever-growing visa-free policy, designed to spur inbound tourism which has yet to rebound.

05/11 Is this the world's 'coolest hotel room' for baseball fans? Go inside to see the view

Travelers who stay at the hotel inside the Es Con Field Hokkaido stadium can watch baseball games from their rooms or while soaking in natural hot springs.

03/11 Interest in 'Travel Tuesday' soars, with more consumers saying they prefer travel to shopping

Search interest for "Travel Tuesday" rose more than 500% over the last two years, according to a report published Thursday by McKinsey & Company.

30/10 Renting a car abroad? These are the countries that intimidate drivers the most

A survey of 2,000 drivers from 10 countries shows that motorists are the most nervous to drive in India, Venezuela and Zimbabwe.

25/10 Major airlines are cutting services to China or quitting entirely amid low travel demand, high costs

A new report from travel news site Skift shows that seven major airlines have retreated from the country in the past four months.

22/10 He's British, she's Australian. Here's their trick to traveling 10,000 miles — with kids in tow

Stopovers break up the distance. But there are pros and cons to scheduling short trips in cities like Seoul, Bangkok, Dubai and Singapore.

21/10 ‘They want something different’: Two new reports predict a big shift in travel behavior in 2025

Trend reports from Expedia and Booking.com show vacationers are forgoing splashy trips to global hot spots in favor of lesser-known places.

15/10 Overtourism: It's not the tourists — it's local 'lack of management,' says sustainability expert

Overtourism can be alleviated by better awareness and management at the local level, said Randy Durband, CEO of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council.

14/10 Protesters in Spain told tourists to 'go home.' Instead more arrived.

Tourist arrivals to Spain increased following anti-tourism protests earlier this year. But organizers against mass tourism say the fight is far from over.

10/10 He flies business and first class multiple times a year — all on credit card points

Flying business and first class may seem out of reach for most travelers, but a right mix of credit cards can speed up the journey to those coveted cabins.

08/10 Chinese travelers trickle back to a Taiwanese island, mere miles from the mainland

Tourism has slowly started to resume on Kinmen, a remote Taiwanese island 1.8 miles from China that once thrived on visitors from the mainland.

04/10 Starlink to end the days of spotty Wi-Fi on planes, says Air New Zealand CEO

Reliable and fast Wi-Fi will become "ubiquitous" on full-service carriers, Greg Foran told CNBC's "Squawk Box Asia" Friday.

03/10 A private island for $1,000 per night — for those who are willing to get there

Pinang Island is a rustic eco-resort that opened two years ago in Indonesia. But traveling to the remote island often requires three flights and a boat ride.

30/09 'Golden Week’ bookings show Chinese travel preferences are evolving

Bookings show that Chinese travelers are staying longer, traveling farther and looking for new experiences — from quiet destinations to K-pop concerts.

27/09 'Coolcations' had another big summer. Here are the places travelers went

Destinations like Lapland, Finland, and Breckenridge, Colorado, are seeing a rise in seasonal travelers, as visitors seek cooler temperatures in the summer.

13/09 People love traveling, but dislike planning. Hear how Booking Holdings CEO plans to change that

Rather than travelers planning a trip from scratch, companies will know "everything" about the traveler from the start, said Booking Holdings CEO Glenn Fogel.  

11/09 Rapper Ye is set to perform a controversial show in China this week — and many are wondering why

Officials on the island of Hainan, where the rapper formerly known as Kanye West is holding a listening party for his new album, are trying to promote it as an international destination.

05/09 Passengers often ignore in-flight safety videos. But this 'honest' one has 8.4 million views

Doug Lansky says his video is a compilation of what pilots and flight attendants told him they would tell passengers about flight safety — if they could.

02/09 Has Boeing shaken your confidence to fly? A new MIT study could restore it

Boeing's ongoing quality control issues have rattled traveler confidence. But a new study from MIT says flying is getting safer by the decade.

27/08 A tale of two travel recoveries: Japan soars, while China struggles to lure travelers back

Travel demand to visit Japan is setting records, but interest to visit China remains muted among international visitors.

23/08 Can a robot give a decent massage? We tested one at a luxury hotel in New York City

Lotte New York Palace is the first hotel to partner with Aescape, a New York-based robotics company that developed an AI-powered robot that gives body massages.

21/08 'The World' is a luxury ship that travels the world full time — here's how much an apartment on it costs

A resident explains the pros and cons of living on "The World" — a luxury ship with privately owned apartments.

20/08 'Travel is too expensive right now': Americans are spending less or skipping trips altogether

After two years of strong gains, demand for leisure trips is starting to dip as travelers pull back on travel spending.

19/08 Planning a luxury trip to Singapore? Here's what to do and where to stay

For many, Singapore is synonymous with luxury, with everything from top-tier accommodations to high-end shopping and restaurants.

16/08 A $1.4 million vacation? Take a look inside a yacht that costs that much per week

The 255-foot superyacht Malia hit the market in 2023 with a price tag of $120 million. But she can be yours for $1.4 million per week.

15/08 North Korea to reopen for international visitors, tour operators say

North Korea will resume international tourism this winter, ending a COVID-era ban on travelers, according to operators that organize trips to the country.

11/08 Summer tourists flock to boardwalks and piers while sticking to their budgets

Small businesses along popular vacation destinations like boardwalks and piers in the U.S. say the number of tourists flocking to the waterfront is back to normal, meaning pre-2020 levels.

05/08 No passports needed: Singapore launches biometric immigration processing at Changi Airport

Singapore launches trials for travelers to clear immigration at Changi Airport using biometric data in lieu of passport checks.

01/08 Trying to cut back? These 10 places are deemed the 'best' places for an alcohol-free trip

A new study ranks Nepal, followed by Morocco and Costa Rica, as the top countries for those exploring "alcohol-free" and "sober curious" trips.

31/07 I’ve been to 100 countries. I didn't expect to want to return to these 5

Travel enthusiast Todd Miller identifies the five countries that he had assumed would be "one and done" places, but that left him wanting to know much more.

29/07 'Sports tourism' is huge. But the Summer Olympics caused travel to Paris to plummet

It's a common misconception that host cities see an explosion of travelers around the Olympic Games, says OAG's chief analyst, John Grant.

24/07 How the ultra-wealthy travel in Paris

CNBC Travel's First Class explores the top places to stay, eat and spend your time in Paris —with an unlimited budget.

18/07 A new Raffles hotel opened in India's 'Pink City.’ Here's what it looks like inside

Raffles Jaipur is a 50-room luxury hotel in the heart of Rajasthan's capital city.

16/07 Protests will 'absolutely' spread if European cities don’t address overtourism, says UNESCO official

Protests in Spain will spread if officials fail to rebalance the interests of locals and travelers, UNESCO's Peter Debrine told CNBC's "Squawk Box Asia."

09/07 Barcelona protesters throw items and spray travelers with water while shouting ‘tourists go home’

The protesters — angry about the city's long-standing problems with overtourism — also used tape to block hotel entrances and sidewalk cafes in Barceloneta.

08/07 The sting of an Airbnb rejection: Hosts explain why they turn down all sorts of travelers

Social media, credit cards that don't match booking names, and even 4.5-star reviews can cause short-term rental hosts to reject travelers outright.

03/07 Six NYC hotels are providing free helicopter airport transfers into the city — with one small catch

Free transfers are available from John F. Kennedy International Airport and Newark Liberty International Airport for guests staying in select suites this summer.

01/07 Americans and Japanese take far less time off — but Europeans say they're more 'vacation deprived'

Some 84% of Germans and 69% of French workers said they feel "vacation deprived" even though they take the most days off work, according to an Expedia study.

27/06 Onboard forests, street markets and reefs: Disney releases details about its new cruise in Singapore

The Disney Adventure will sail three- and four-night voyages from Singapore starting in 2025, with the capacity to carry some 6,700 passengers on board.

04/06 'Everyone is too scared to come': Taiwan's earthquake deals a blow to top tourism hotspot

As Asia's tourism industry rebounds, Taiwan's Hualien County struggles to attract travelers following a deadly earthquake in April 2024.

03/06 Meet the man behind Odette — one of three restaurants in Singapore with three Michelin stars

Chef Julien Royer rose to the top of the culinary world in 2019, when Odette was awarded three Michelin stars and named Asia's best restaurant.

03/06 Take a tour inside a Parisian hotel suite that costs $52,000 per night

Les Grands Appartements at Paris' Hôtel de Crillon are 335 square meters (3,606 square feet) of top-to-bottom luxury designed by fashion icon, Karl Lagerfeld.

03/06 Go inside one of the world’s most iconic hotels: Raffles Hotel Singapore

Take an insider's tour with CNBC's First Class through the old world grandeur and colonial architecture of Raffles Hotel Singapore.

03/06 It's hosted Thomas Jefferson and Tom Cruise — step inside the $270,000 a week French chateau known as “Little Versailles”

It was built in the 17th century with the help of Jules Hardouin-Mansart and Andre Le Notre, who were instrumental in building the Palace of Versailles.

31/05 Here are the top 25 airlines in the world, according to AirlineRatings.com

Qatar Airways is the "Airline of the Year," according to AirlineRatings.com. The Doha-based airline's back on top after falling behind Air New Zealand in 2023.

30/05 Gen Zs are traveling big this summer — how they're paying for it may surprise you

Some 42% of Gen Zs and 47% of millennials say they're willing to go into debt to pay for their summer vacations, according to Bankrate.

28/05 Safaris aren't the only tourist attraction in Africa. From cruises to wine tasting, here's what else you can do

Safaris draw many to Africa, but travelers can also hike, bike and cruise around the continent, tour its wine regions and explore coastal cities like Mombasa.

24/05 'We have failed economically': Bhutan turns to 'Gross National Happiness 2.0' as crisis deepens

Bhutan's Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay stated that the country's approach to GNH is changing on some level because of its economic struggles.

21/05 Think Bhutan’s $100 daily tourism fee is pricey? It could go even higher, says prime minister

Bhutan may increase its $100 daily sustainable tourism fees if the country's tourism industry recovers soon, Bhutan's Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay told CNBC.

15/05 Fallout between the Maldives and India is ‘absolutely’ benefiting Sri Lanka, says tourism minister

Indian travelers' boycott of the Maldives is benefiting Sri Lanka, says Sri Lanka's Tourism Minister Harin Fernando, citing the countries' tight relationship.

14/05 Red Lobster closes dozens of locations across the US just months after 'endless shrimp' losses

Dozens of Red Lobster locations across the U.S. are now on the chopping block. Restaurant liquidator TAGeX Brands announced this week that it would be auctioning off the contents of over 50 Red Lobster locations that were closed as part of the seafood chain’s “footprint rationalization.”

14/05 Sri Lanka travel visas doubled to $100 last month. But the reason why is disputed

VFS Global "missed out" on offering 30-day e-visas to Sri Lanka, Tourism Minister Harin Fernando told CNBC Thursday. But VFS Global said it was following orders.

09/05 $22,000 per week? All-inclusive resorts go big to win over luxury travelers

All-inclusive resorts are making a play for luxury travelers by adding butler service and access to private spaces to their hotel amenity lists.

06/05 Your vacation was ruined, and the company apologized — with a heartfelt note written by ChatGPT

Using generative AI to write apologetic responses is a taboo topic in the travel industry, which prides itself on personal service.

30/04 Covid caused a ‘massive spike’ in yacht sales — now some of those boats are back on the market

Several years after a buying frenzy, the yachting industry is seeing a sudden rush of pre-owned yachts hit the brokerage market.

22/04 AirPods, Rolex watches, Louis Vuitton bags: A company selling lost luggage items attracts worldwide fans

Unclaimed Baggage buys and sells items lost on airplanes and in hotels. A new report details the priciest and most fascinating finds in its 54-year history.

18/04 The cost to ride on India's luxury trains may surprise you

See inside four of India's most luxurious trains: Palace on Wheels, The Golden Chariot, Deccan Odyssey and Maharajas' Express.

15/04 An introvert’s guide to surviving group travel

Introverts can handle traveling with others better by setting a few grounds rules during their trips.

08/04 What’s your single best tip for traveling in Japan? Here’s what frequent visitors said

Customs in Japan are serious stuff. Here's what to know about talking, eating and boarding a train that may not be obvious even to well-seasoned travelers.

05/04 Richard Branson’s cruise line launches month-long cruise for remote workers

The month-long "Scarlet Summer Season Pass" includes a room, meals, Wi-Fi, laundry and access to workspaces. It costs $9,990 and covers two people.

02/04 The reason luxury travel is so expensive these days

Yes, inflation and rising labor costs matter. But travelers' unflinching willingness to pay the new higher rates means the "old" prices may never return.

29/03 Italy's new 'Orient Express' isn't running yet — but rates are already soaring

In the past 16 months, starting rates for a one-night journey aboard Accor's new luxury train jumped 75% — from 2,000 euros ($2,168) to 3,500 euros per person.

28/03 A new Japanese restaurant tops 'Asia's 50 Best Restaurants' list

Tokyo's Sézanne topped this year's list, which included restaurants in 19 cities across the continent.

22/03 'Quiet luxury' was once all about fashion — but now it describes how the top 1% travel too

Stealth wealth is spilling into the travel industry, as the rich forgo glitzy see-and-be-seen destinations for more discreet getaways. 

11/03 'The ultimate adventure': Why more Indian travelers are taking extreme road trips

More Indians are taking road trips these days — both within the country and beyond, solo and in groups — as access to better vehicles and better roads grows.

05/03 Debate heats up as Singapore prime minister says exclusive Taylor Swift deal isn't 'unfriendly'

Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong said Tuesday the country's closed-door deal with Taylor Swift's promoters is "not unfriendly" to nearby countries.

26/02 Mohegan tribe to end management of Atlantic City's Resorts casino at year's end

The Mohegan tribe says it will end its management of Atlantic City’s Resorts casino at the end of this year.

23/02 A 'family vacation' for two: Why more parents are taking trips with one child at a time

A trip for two grants uninterrupted time and special memories for parents and children — for those who are bold enough to try it.

16/02 The Eastern & Oriental luxury train restarted this week — here’s what a trip costs

Belmond's Eastern & Oriental Express is back on the tracks after a near four-year hiatus. The train, one of the best in Southeast Asia, has a new look and new routes.

07/02 Social media chatter helps draw 3 million tourists in 3 days to a frigid city in northern China

Following a flurry of social media chatter, Harbin attracts a record-breaking number of visitors during the three-day New Year holiday.

07/02 Bhutan's new 'Mindfulness City' is massive — with plans showing a city unlike any other in the world

Like Saudi Arabia's linear city, called The Line, Bhutan's "Gelephu Mindfulness City" shows how modern cities may look and function in the future.

30/01 Boeing’s reputation is taking a hit after 737 Max 9 fallout, survey shows

Net trust in Boeing dropped 12 percentage points among U.S. adults after a door panel blew off a Boeing 737 Max 9 jet on Jan. 5.

28/01 How much does ‘shoulder season’ travel save? We crunch the numbers in 5 top spots

As travelers shift when they travel, off-season rates are changing. Deals can still be found in Japan, the Maldives and Rome, but there are fewer in NYC.

21/01 How to find hidden cameras in hotels and house rentals: We tested five ways — and one's the clear winner

CNBC teamed with a spycam company, who hid 27 cameras in a house. We tested five methods, one which found more cameras than the other four methods, combined.

16/01 The top 9 'must-have' travel experiences of 2024, according to luxury advisors

The luxury travel company Virtuoso asked 20,000 travel advisors to share the experiences that should top travelers' lists in 2024.

14/01 Canceling trips in your own country? How war is rattling travelers far beyond the Middle East

Geopolitical conflict is affecting travel bookings in 2024, causing travelers to lose confidence to travel internationally — and domestically.

10/01 Social media uproar may cost the Maldives millions, as feud with India intensifies

A social media firestorm, fueled by the fraying of a historically close relationship, is testing ties between India and the Maldives.

09/01 A new train pass is launching in Japan this winter — but travelers will have to act fast

Japan's Rail Pass isn't the money saver it used to be. But the Kyun Pass may save money for travelers headed to winter hot spots like Nagano.

08/01 Will air fares remain high in 2024? Here's what experts say

Passengers, planes and revenues are projected to increase in 2024, but the commercial airline industry still faces a bumpy year ahead.

28/12 Want to avoid crowds while traveling? Here's the 'not hot' list for 2024

Intrepid Travel's annual "Not Hot" list includes five destinations to visit in 2024 that are alternatives to more tourist-saturated places.

27/12 Cabbing in Italy can be a gnarly affair. Here's how to navigate it

Surcharges in taxis in Italy aren't clearly displayed or easy to understand. They also vary by city, making preparation the key to avoid getting ripped off.

25/12 Ultra-luxury Aman Resorts launches a more affordable brand called Janu. Here's what it costs

Aman's first hotel from its new brand — Janu Tokyo — is cheaper, but still crosses the $1,000 threshold on most nights.

21/12 Booking, Agoda or Expedia? A review of 200,000 hotel searches shows which has the best rates

RatePunk's data showed that Agoda had the lowest hotel rates in Asia and Middle East, while Booking.com had the best rates in Europe, and Priceline in the U.S.

19/12 Travelers want deals — here's where to find them, says HotelPlanner CEO

There are travel deals to be had, Tim Hentschel, Hotelplanner's CEO told Squawk Box Asia Monday. But travelers need to to know where to look.

15/12 20 Christmas markets in one trip? A new cruise sails to France's markets this winter

European Waterways' new "Christmas Markets Cruise" sails across France's Alsace-Lorraine region, with 20 Christmas markets in its seven-day itinerary.

13/12 Asian cities gain ground in Euromonitor's 'Top 100' cities to visit

Paris is, once again, the most attractive city to visit in the world, according to Euromonitor International — followed by Dubai, Madrid, Tokyo and Amsterdam.

10/12 Diamonds in the vacuum cleaner: Paris' luxury Ritz hotel finds guest's missing ring

Lost a very expensive diamond ring? Try checking the vacuum cleaner. That’s what employees of Paris’ luxury Ritz hotel did — and got lucky.

06/12 McDonald's burger empire set for unprecedented growth over the next 4 years with 10,000 new stores

McDonald’s expects to open nearly 10,000 restaurants over the next four years, the fastest period of growth in the company’s history.

27/11 Southeast Asia's first luxury hotel made from retired buses opens in Singapore — take a look inside

The Bus Collective is Southeast Asia's first resort hotel to repurpose 20 retired buses into luxury hotel rooms. These rooms will be open for stays in December.

27/11 Pack your jerseys. The era of 'sports tourism' is here

No longer content to watch games from home, sport fans are shelling out big money to attend events like F1 races, tennis matches and the Summer Olympic Games.

09/11 A new ranking shows the best luxury hotel brands in the world

The members-only Luxury Travel Intelligence ranked Mandarin Oriental the No. 1 luxury hotel brand in 2023, followed by Oetker, Auberge, Six Senses and Aman.

06/11 Some people buy a car during a midlife crisis. This man bought a small-town hotel instead

Rather than retiring, Matt Rogatz bought a hotel in Green Lake, Wisconsin. Then he bought a guest house, spa and former jail in the town too.

30/10 Is your hotel sustainable? Not if these two things are in your room, says Soneva’s founder

Soneva and Six Senses founder Sonu Shivdasani said "sustainable" hotels shouldn't have branded water or toiletries in plastic bottles — and that's bare minimum.

25/10 The best places — and best times — to take a safari

There are 10 countries in Africa that have a strong wildlife focus, said Kenyan travel writer Harriet Akinyi, who shares her experiences in them.

24/10 Revenge travel is over — even in China, says CEO of InterContinental Hotels Group

Travel demand has reached a "sustainable place," said Intercontinental Hotels Group CEO Elie Maalouf. "We're pleased with the demand ... and hope it continues."

19/10 He visited every country in the world — without flying. Here's how much it cost

Danish traveler Torbjorn Pedersen says he's the first person to travel to every country around the world without flying, a feat which took him 10 years.

17/10 Choice Hotels offers nearly $8 billion for larger rival Wyndham Hotels & Resorts as travel booms

Choice Hotels International is asking shareholders of rival chain Wyndham Hotels & Resorts to sign off an a buyout worth nearly $8 billion after Wyndham broke off negotiations after six months.

09/10 'They just come, take a nice selfie ... and leave.' Overtourism returns, but cities are fighting back

Cities and tourist sites are trying different tactics to combat overtourism. Two researchers discuss what's working and the need for "regenerative travel."

04/10 Lahaina residents deliver petition asking Hawaii governor to delay tourism reopening

Residents from fire-stricken Lahaina are petitioning Hawaii's governor to delay his plans to reopen a portion of West Maui to tourism starting this weekend.

02/10 Is the party over? New data suggests revenge travel may be ending soon

After enduring years of inflation and rising travel prices, travelers may be finally cracking under the economic pressure, new reports suggest.

26/09 I walked more than 100 miles in Kyoto. Here are 5 new places worth visiting

Artisanal shops are popping up across Kyoto — with matcha, coffee and guided meditation —not far from the city's temples and famous sights.

21/09 These are the 50 best hotels in the world

The best hotel in the world is Passlacqua, an 18th century villa on the edge of Italy's Lake Como, according to the 50 Best organization's inaugural ranking.

20/09 UNESCO names new sites to its World Heritage List – including one in the West Bank

The World Heritage Committee named 27 new sites to UNESCO's World Heritage List. Two sites in Ukraine were named to its "in danger" list.

18/09 Airbnbs in NYC are disappearing. Here's what could happen to hotel prices

Hotel prices likely to rise in New York City, so travelers should book "sooner rather than later," said Kevin Davis, CEO of JLL Hotels & Hospitality's Americas.

18/09 Which is better — ChatGPT or a travel agent? Here's our pick

Generative AI is getting better by the week, but can it best the skills of a professional travel planner? Intrepid Travel accepted CNBC's request to find out.

15/09 A village on an Italian island is providing free housing to digital nomads

The Sardinian village of Ollolai is paying for housing and bills for digital nomads who agree to give something back to the community before they leave.

15/09 Casino giant Caesars Entertainment reports cyberattack; MGM Resorts says some systems still down

Casino company Caesars Entertainment has joined Las Vegas gambling rival MGM Resorts International in reporting a recent cyberattack.

14/09 US casinos have their best July ever, winning nearly $5.4B from gamblers

Commercial casinos in the U.S. had their best July ever this year, winning nearly $5.4 billion from gamblers, according to a national gambling industry group.

14/09 'Just a temporary blip’: Chinese travelers will be back, says Banyan Tree founder

Banyan Tree Holdings founder Ho Kwon Ping said his company — which operates more than 60 hotels — is seeing “Chinese tourism coming back quite strongly.”

13/09 Years in the making, Venice approves a $5 tax on daytrippers

Venice's city council on Tuesday approved a long-awaited regulation to tax day visitors 5 euros ($5.38) to visit the city.

08/09 Where to stay in India? Here are 8 former palaces that are now hotels

After the government abolished payments to the country's Maharajas in 1971, some palace owners opened their doors to paying hotel customers.

07/09 Wall, what wall? Two detained after leveling part of China's Great Wall

In an apparent attempt to create a shortcut, two people working in Shanxi province allegedly used machinery to remove a section of the Great Wall of China.

04/09 A new hotel trend that puts you to sleep — literally

From beds that use artificial intelligence to on-call hypnotherapists, more hotels are luring travelers in by promising a good night's sleep.

03/09 For small biz reliant on summer tourism, extreme weather is the new pandemic -- for better or worse

For small businesses that rely on summer tourism to keep afloat, extreme weather is replacing the pandemic as the determining factor in how well a summer will go.

28/08 Your boarding pass and weight, please: Why airlines are asking passengers to step on the scales

Airlines weigh passengers in the name of safety and fuel efficiency, often because it's required by law. But whether it's necessary depends on who you ask.

24/08 Historic Rhode Island hotel damaged in blaze will be torn down; cause under investigation

Authorities say the historic Rhode Island hotel ravaged by a fire last weekend is a total loss that will be torn down.

23/08 More single moms are taking long trips abroad with the kids — here's how they do it

More single parents are taking extended vacations overseas, with trips designed to keep the kids busy while they work.

21/08 I was charged ‘junk fees’ by a New York City hotel. Here’s what happened next

Junk fees, resort fees, destination fees. Whatever you call them, mandatory hotel fees are on the rise, with new lawsuits and legislation aimed at reining them in.

19/08 As Maui rebuilds, residents reckon with tourism's role in their recovery

Long before a wildfire blasted through the island of Maui last week, there was tension between Hawaii’s longtime residents and the visitors some islanders resent for turning their beaches, mountains and communities into playgrounds.

14/08 Chances are you haven’t used A.I. to plan a vacation. That’s about to change

Some 40% of travelers aren't interested in using artificial intelligence to plan their trips. But it's coming anyway.

11/08 $1,850 a day? What it costs to visit the 10 most expensive vacation destinations in the world

The Caribbean island of St. Barts is the world's most expensive place to visit, according to a ranking of average travel costs in 100 popular vacation spots.

07/08 Beyond Meat revenue plummets in the second quarter due to flagging US demand

Plant-based meat maker Beyond Meat said its revenue plunged 30.5% in the second quarter as consumer demand for its burgers, sausages and other products fell despite price cuts.

03/08 Burned by the European heat, travelers are seeking new destinations this summer

Summer travel interest is shifting as European travelers seek cooler weather in parts of Scandinavia, Scotland, Latvia, Estonia and northern Spain.

03/08 Advocates accuse New York City of using migrants as 'props' in bid for federal money

For days now, newly arrived migrants have been waiting outside New York City’s Roosevelt Hotel, hoping for a bed in an overly crowded shelter system.

18/07 Can ChatGPT find ‘hidden gems’ in Europe? Yes, if you use these prompts

ChatGPT can find off-the-beaten track gems in Europe if you ask the right questions, says the London-based travel writer Lisa Lucas.

11/07 One of Asia’s most luxurious trains is returning to the rails with a new route

Belmond announced today that the Eastern & Oriental Express luxury train, which will run from Singapore to Malaysia, is restarting in February 2024.

10/07 From Taylor Swift to the World Cup, travelers are paying big bucks to catch overseas games and shows

Fueled by a YOLO mentality following years of pandemic-era lockdowns, more are traveling to attend music, sports and other major events.

20/06 These workers take ‘hush trips.’ Here’s how they’re hiding them from the boss

Nearly one in 10 workers took a "hush trip" in the past year. CNBC Travel spoke to several about where they went and how they mask their whereabouts.

15/06 Disney World is packed, but lines can be short — if you follow several tips

The easiest ways to avoid lines at Disney World cost money. But paying for them is worth every cent, says CNBC's Travel Editor Monica Pitrelli.

09/06 Train review: What it’s like to ride the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express

Paying $2,000 for a hotel room is pricey, but an overnight ride on the historic Venice Simplon-Orient-Express trains costs about as much — per square meter.

08/06 It’s now cheaper for travelers to go to Bhutan — if they stay long enough

Travelers who visit Bhutan for at least five nights won't have to pay the full amount for the country's daily $200 tourist tax, or Sustainable Development Fee.

26/05 China's travel recovery gets more attention, but India's outbound market is 'booming' even faster

India's outbound travel market is growing much faster than any other outbound market in the world, according to Agoda's CEO, Omri Morgenshtern.

26/05 How one family turned a job loss into an opportunity to sail the world

For Lisa Terauchi-D'Rozario and her family, change was abrupt. Within a year of her husband losing his job, her family was sailing the Mediterranean full time.

15/05 No, you can’t ride a lion on safari — why more companies are telling travelers ‘no’ these days

Social media, sustainability measures and staffing shortages are among the reasons travel companies are having to deny travelers' requests these days.