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A "Digital Omnibus" aims to simplify travel
9.10.2026

A new alliance within the travel and aviation sectors is calling for an EU framework for secure and seamless biometric travel. The "Digital Omnibus" is intended to simplify the European regulatory framework for digital technologies.

Chief AI Officer frees up time for guests

Chief AI Officer frees up time for guests

Faced with staff shortages, rising costs and increasing bureaucracy, the hospitality sector is under considerable pressure. A new study shows how to ease the burden on businesses: it revealed significant potential for digitalisation and automation of processes in hotel operations.

Accor rolls out AI travel assistant across its network

Accor rolls out AI travel assistant across its network

Following a pilot phase lasting several months, the Accor hotel group is rolling out its dialogue-based travel assistant, ALL Concierge, globally. The application covers the entire customer journey and is designed to support internal processes as well as guest services.

Hilton launches zero-emission prototype

Hilton launches zero-emission prototype

With an optional, scalable design concept for the Home2 Suites brand, Hilton is responding to rising operating costs and evolving market demands. The focus centres on all-electric systems, renewable energy, and high energy efficiency.

Climate: Between risk and governance gap

Climate: Between risk and governance gap

Climate adaptation in the real estate sector: A study presented at the Extreme Weather Congress in Hamburg highlights differing assessments of climate risks between cities and institutional investors.

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2.10.2026

New source markets, international travel trends, and concrete opportunities for the hotel industry: At QR Redebedarf 2026 on 22 October in Frankfurt, experts from politics, market research, hotel operations, and distribution will discuss how demand is changing and what this means for hotels.

60 years of the LS range

60 years of the LS range

In hotel interiors, design that stands the test of time is essential. It is particularly evident with elements that remain visible at all times – such as switches, sockets and control panels – just how important a clear, consistent system is. The history of JUNG’s LS range began in 1966 with a design that remains as relevant today as ever.

India, South America, Glamping

India, South America, Glamping

Geopolitical shifts, climate change, evolving guest expectations: international tourism is changing rapidly. For the hotel industry, the priority now is to identify developments early and act strategically. Put simply, there is a clear need to talk.

Say Hello to new markets

Say Hello to new markets

Sometimes, the best answers to the challenges facing the hospitality industry lie outside the sector itself. This is exactly where Markus Milz comes in. The highly sought-after coach will open the QR "Redebedarf" event on 22 October 2026 with a keynote speech. He brings a dual perspective to the stage.

Integrated charging sockets for hotel rooms

Integrated charging sockets for hotel rooms

For many hotel guests, smartphones, tablets and laptops are an essential part of their travel kit. It is therefore important to have easily accessible sockets that cater for different power requirements whilst being intuitive to use. With the PD 60 USB charger and SCHUKO® sockets featuring an integrated USB-C port, JUNG combines convenient charging with a consistent design for the electrical installation.

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Merry Disappointmas!

There is a list of the most terrible Christmas gifts Germans have ever received. Examples include a sausage extension reel and underwear from the boss. Anticipation for the festive season is frequently followed by sheer disillusionment when unwrapping under the tree.

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Hamburg: Elbphilharmonie Plaza costs 5 euros

From Monday 12 October, an admission charge is to be introduced for visits to the viewing platform of the world-famous Elbphilharmonie in Hamburg; however, the turnout has been rather modest.

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The world's most sustainable destination: Helsinki

The Finnish capital, Helsinki, has taken first place in the Global Destination Sustainability (GDS) Index for the third year running. The figures show that the city's commitment to sustainability is paying off, but the city wants to go further.

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When boathouses become hotel rooms

What if? This is the premise behind a concept that gives disused steamboats and historic boathouses on Lake Lucerne a new lease of life.

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A night in a bed of leaves

Wellness or gimmick? Sleeping in a bed of hay is well known by now. But guests at the Romantik Hotel Maison Hornberg in Switzerland can now sleep in a bed of leaves.

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Hiking trails are an economic driver

Hiking is not just a popular leisure activity in nature. It also brings money into rural regions. Tourism professionals are therefore devising new offerings centered around hiking—including in extreme variants.

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Sheikh with an unpaid bill at The Dorchester

A Sheikh in London had an unpaid hotel bill amounting to just under half a million pounds. Following a court ruling, the money can now be recovered. At least in part.

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A sommelier for frankincense

For Europeans, frankincense is inextricably linked to visiting a church. In Oman, the tree resin is deeply rooted in the culture. Now, the Hilton Muscat is home to the world's first frankincense sommelier.

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Sleep like a Pokémon

Pokémon fans all over the world are likely to let out a delighted cry at the sight of this announcement. A special project has been announced in Japan: a Pokémon hotel.

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Google "Bubbles" aim to prevent travel sickness

At last, there's a built-in Android solution for travel sickness. How Bubbles helps, what settings users can adjust – and who beat Google to it.

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