Cloudbeds, the intelligent unified platform powering hotel growth, today released data findings from its 2026 State of Independent Hotels Report, the fourth annual edition of the hospitality industry’s definitive benchmark for independent hotel performance.

My involvement with WYSE began in 2007 at my first WYSTC in Istanbul, just a year after WYSE Travel Confederation was formed through the merger of ISTC and FIYTO.

CAS Trips, a full-service educational travel operator specializing in international school programs, has announced a significant expansion of its climate transparency efforts.

The Backpacker Youth and Adventure Tourism Association (BYATA) welcomes the announcement from Tourism and Hospitality Minister Hon Louise Upston to develop a New Zealand Tourism Policy Statement, describing it as a critical step toward a more aligned and sustainable tourism system.

The International Au Pair Association (IAPA) has announced the election of Jean Quinn, Senior Vice President of AIFS / Au Pair in America (USA), as its new Chair.

Twin Group is pleased to announce a new partnership with City St George’s University, working with the School of Science and Technology to support the first cohort of students undertaking its placement pathway.

World Nomads, a global leader in travel insurance for adventurous travellers, and Lonely Planet, the world’s leading travel guidance brand have announced the renewal of their long-standing partnership, bringing together two iconic travel brands with a shared mission: helping travellers explore the world more confidently and responsibly.

Greenheart International announced that Daniel Ebert stepped down from his role as President effective February 27, 2026, concluding nearly 27 years of leadership with the organization.

Escalating conflict in the Middle East has broad implications for international travel, including youth travel. The effects extend beyond the region through delayed, cancelled and re-routed flights, but also instabilities for stock markets, fuel and energy prices, trade routes and diplomatic relations.

Greenheart International is proud to announce that it has partnered with Lanyard to help host organizations identify and provide housing to their seasonal staff.

International Medical Group (IMG) has announced the acquisition of World Nomads from its previous parent company, Australian firm nib.

At the 2026 STAY WYSE Hostel Conference held in Budapest, Hungary last week, three hostel brands operating in Europe, the United Kingdom and the United States took to the stage to discuss what the future looks like for hostels.