Dan Peltier

International travel has definitely been impacted by terrorism and economic woes so far in 2016 but global tourism still grew in most regions around the world, some places significantly.

How travelers feel about their destination experiences correlate to how much they spend and how many positive recommendations they'll make. JD Power's study is likely a wake-up call for U.S. destinations trying to measure these relationships.

One of Zerve's biggest downfalls was not jumping on mobile fast enough, which is where these startups want to take the tours and activities sector.

Student travel is a market that travel brands have been serving for many years, but some brands now better understand its value and realize that giving students a great experience while they're young likely leads to repeat business when they're older.

Travelers don't even need to download an app anymore to book a hotel or flight thanks to travel bots on the world's top messaging platforms. We still have a lot to learn about how consumers want to engage with travel messaging bots but already know that convenience is their paramount feature.

These are the newest travel startups from AngelList vying for travelers’ interest and investors’ attention.

These are the newest travel startups from AngelList vying for travelers’ interest and investors’ attention.

There is progress being made on both the client and travel management company sides when it comes to letting employees book the accommodations that they want (in budget, of course).

The short-term rental and vacation rental markets haven't worked out all their problems but likely will with time. Startups as always should be cautious of building their businesses on the backs of the shortcomings of major established brands.

Many hoteliers have said there's a talent gap in the hospitality industry and that hotels are missing key skills needed to help them create an enjoyable, twenty-first century guest experience. These job numbers prove hoteliers are responding to demand but time will tell if these new jobs are helping create a more skilled workforce.