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UK: Mayors could levy a new tourist tax themselves
18.9.2026

The British Government intends to give mayors in the regions the option of levying a tourist tax in future. Housing Minister Angela Rayner has set out plans to this effect.

Sustainability: Communication is everything

Sustainability: Communication is everything

We want sustainability, but… This excuse is heard in many businesses in all sorts of forms. Sometimes it's down to customer preferences; sometimes the effort involved is overestimated. A new toolkit tackles this very issue.

TÜV develops certification scheme for AI

TÜV develops certification scheme for AI

A study has found that 79% of Germans fear the unpredictable risks posed by AI. As a result, experts have now developed a framework to assess the quality and safety of AI systems. TÜV is currently trialling the certification scheme with pilot partners and plans to make it available to businesses from the end of 2026.

Booking not permitted to take over eTraveli

Booking not permitted to take over eTraveli

The EU has upheld the 2023 ruling and prohibited Booking from taking over a European flight booking portal. The renewed regulation of the industry giant is intended to prevent Booking from further expanding its monopoly.

EU: ChatGPT falls under the Digital Services Act

EU: ChatGPT falls under the Digital Services Act

ChatGPT will soon be subject to stricter regulations in the European Union. On Monday, the European Commission classified the well-known chatbot as a "Very Large Online Search Engine" (VLOSE). The provider now has four months to comply with the requirements of the Digital Services Act (DSA).

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Timeless design for sophisticated hotel interiors
60 years of the LS range
18.9.2026

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.

New markets for the hotel industry

New markets for the hotel industry

The German hotel market is undergoing profound change. Whilst traditional business travel segments are suffering because of economic developments, new opportunities are simultaneously emerging in international source markets.

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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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Oktoberfest: Coffee cocktails in a mug instead of beer

Millions of people will soon be flocking to Munich once again for the world's biggest folk festival, the Oktoberfest. Whilst most visitors there compete to see who can lift the heaviest beer mug, there are also drinks you might not necessarily expect to find at the Wiesn.

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To the vineyards by camper van or taxi

Whether it's taking an Uber to a wine tasting or parking your camper van right at the vineyard and staying overnight: around the city of Frankfurt, there are new initiatives to boost wine tourism.

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A ride through Munich in a robotaxi

The first robotaxis are set to hit the roads in Munich in the coming weeks. However, the service won't be available in time for this year's Oktoberfest; it won't launch until the end of the year.

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Sky and Sea: Why the colour blue makes us happy

For many people, a holiday means both the beach and the sea. But why does the sea fascinate us so much that so many people want to return there time and again?

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Twelve new UNESCO World Heritage Sites

The UNESCO World Heritage Committee met in Busan, South Korea, from 19 to 29 July. It usually decides annually on the inscription of new cultural and natural sites on the World Heritage List and reviews the state of conservation of inscribed sites. The designation is also important for local tourism.

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Greater transparency regarding deletion of online reviews

For several weeks now, consumers have been able to see on Google reviews whether any reviews have been deleted and, if so, how many. What's behind this?

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