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In the first half of 2026, the German online distribution specialist QR Quality Reservations secured 19 new partner hotels and increased its business travel turnover by 26.6 percent. The first hotels are already implementing the new AI agent in their day-to-day operations.

Quality over Speed

The topic of AI dominates today's media. How is AI changing our society, the economy, education, healthcare, and our jobs? Where does its use make sense? Will AI solve everything? Is it taking away jobs or creating new ones? The race is on …

Timeless switch design

Stylish and long-lasting hotel interiors are created through design concepts that stand the test of time. Timeless design is particularly valuable for permanently visible elements such as switches and sockets.

A new benchmark for Adriatic resorts

Pical Resort 5*, Valamar Collection in Poreč, the most significant tourism investment in Croatia in recent years, was recently officially opened in the presence of the Prime Minister of the Republic of Croatia, Andrej Plenković and hundreds of distinguished guests from the business and public sectors.

Greenwashing to be banned from September

The hospitality industry must also protect itself against Greenwashing. With the "EmpCo" directive, the EU is also forcing hotels to stop making misleading sustainability claims from the end of September 2026. This applies to brochures, menus, marketing and websites. Insiders from F&P will be offering practical advice in free webinars in June/July.

Refined metal finishes for hotels

In high-quality hotel projects, quality often emerges in the details. Fittings, switches and other technical components are increasingly regarded as part of a cohesive design concept. With their coordinated metal finishes, Dornbracht and Jung demonstrate how different products can be matched precisely with one another.

Valamar's new approach: Curated Experience

Valamar successfully opened the 5 Star Pical Resort in Poreč, the largest hospitality investment project in Croatia worth more than 200 million euros and offering a unique luxury family holiday experience.

Brushed bronze

Materials shape the perception of a hotel and define its atmosphere, quality and recognisability. It is particularly in the interplay of different surfaces that the quality of an interior becomes apparent. Alongside furniture, textiles and lighting, technical equipment is also coming increasingly into focus.

Europe: Hotel distribution redefined

Sabre Hospitality has become Àven. At ITB 2026, CEO Teresa Mackintosh highlighted what powerful, global distribution platforms mean for the future. This also benefits the hotels of Àven’s partner Quality Reservations in Germany as well as across the DACH region.

Using the switch as a charging surface

Would you like to charge wirelessly at home or in a hotel? Then use sockets and switch inserts as functional charging surfaces. JUNG shows how this can be integrated into modern interiors.

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Price, energy and global situation dictate travel trends

17.7.2026

Europeans' travel behaviour this summer is characterised by a subdued sense of optimism. Eleven percent of those surveyed are even staying at home altogether. That said, short breaks are booming and many a travel dream is still coming true.

Accor & H World to link their loyalty platforms

From September, Accor and H World will gradually open their loyalty programs to offer members of both groups even more choice in terms of hotels and destinations. ALL Accor and H Rewards together count 430 million members.

Airbus: Passenger numbers to double by 2045

New flight routes far from major cities, a demand for more than 42,000 jets and a boom in medium-haul flights: this is how the European aircraft manufacturer Airbus envisages the future of air travel.

Saudi aims to simplify travel through "package visas"

Saudi has announced the launch of Package Visa, a new digital initiative that integrates tourist visa application directly into curated travel bookings. The launch is currently underway.

Zurich also regulates short-term accommodation

The Swiss Federal Supreme Court has upheld the City of Zurich's regulations preventing the conversion of residential space into commercial short-term accommodation. The new rules are set to come into force in autumn and will regulate the market.

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17.7.2026

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Greenwashing to be banned from September

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Walt Disney's first theme park, the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, USA, has not only been celebrating its 70th anniversary recently, but has also welcomed a very special guest (and their family): the "billionth visitor".

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Sylt, Germany’s most expensive holiday destination

A holiday home by the North Sea, or perhaps a property with mountain views? When buying a holiday home in Germany, location is the key factor determining the price. The most expensive locations are by the sea.

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Mozart's birthplace is a tourist gem. Consequently, a vast number of tourists head to the city of 160,000 inhabitants for a day trip. Heavy traffic is common – now, vehicles in the centre are being restricted.

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University tests water-mist cooling

Hot days and cool tricks: researchers are testing water mist to combat city heat. Volunteers are still being sought for this cool project in Dresden.

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Richest people cause trillions in environmental damage

Through their consumption alone, the richest ten percent of humanity cause enormous environmental damage – and are hardly held accountable. They primarily live on two continents.

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Honeymooners on an adventure high

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Vacation photos: Take "No Photography" signs seriously

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