Families travelling to Japan can now do so with light luggage. The apartment brand Mimaru offers its guests a sharing service for clothing. An example that could also catch on in Europe.

Mega infinity pools, sophisticated spa rituals, private butlers... For many luxury hotel guests, all this is no longer enough. Now they want to experience the night: "noctourism" is coming.

It is set to be colourful, interactive and a meeting place for gamers. Console manufacturer Atari is planning a 124 million US dollar-project in Phoenix, Arizona - Atari Hotels.

People who love their pets want to spend their holidays with them. Some pet owners book holidays at dog hotels, others take their own caravans. Now there are even cruises especially for dogs and their owners.

A total of three hotels worldwide are permitted to call themselves ‘Starlight Accommodation’ (Alojamiento Starlight). This curious award is particularly interesting for professional stargazers and amateur astronomers.

Tipping is becoming less common in traditional sectors such as the taxi industry and skilled trades. At the same time, the digital ‘tip button’ is fundamentally changing the psychological contract between guests and service staff.

Boxes full of souvenirs: around 300 years ago, young English aristocrats went on the "Grand Tour". They collected souvenirs from their travels and turned them into a trend. Selfies were also popular back then – just in a different way.

Key boxes for checking into holiday apartments will be banned in Milan in future. The municipal council has passed a regulation on this effect. The ban will come into force in January.

An unusual type of stolen goods is attracting criminal gangs in Germany: they are stealing used cooking oils and fats from restaurants. The damage amounts to millions.

New Year's Eve in Bangkok: Beer and wine are now also available in the afternoon. For the time being, this is on a trial basis. This could lead to the 1972 law being repealed and tourists being allowed to celebrate.