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What’s Trending
01/ On Google
"Best day trips from Paris" trended +100% this week, suggesting that travelers are looking to maximize their time by pairing city vacations with easy excursions to nearby destinations.
02/ With Media
This week the media were interested in the best places to go in 2027, hotel-hopping packages, U.S. cities for architecture buffs, and more.
03/ In the Zeitgeist
Rumors continue to grow that Taylor Swift and fiancé Travis Kelce will tie the knot at Madison Square Garden over the July 4th weekend.
AI chatbots are becoming the newest dating coaches, with singles using them to write dating profiles, craft messages, and navigate awkward conversations despite growing concerns that the technology could make dating feel less authentic.
A new wave of chefs and bartenders are transforming Jell-O shots into gourmet, cocktail-inspired creations, reflecting consumers' growing appetite for nostalgia and elevated dining experiences.
Industry Insights
A new PRSA article argues that as AI transforms communications, PR professionals are uniquely positioned to lead AI governance by protecting trust, shaping executive voice, and ensuring technology is used ethically and strategically.
Americans are rethinking their Fourth of July travel plans as rising costs drive demand for more value-focused destinations and budget-friendly alternatives, according to new data from Expedia and Vrbo.
Book-inspired travel is on the rise, with travelers increasingly choosing destinations inspired by novels and fictional worlds as they seek more immersive experiences.
National parks are urging visitors to plan ahead this summer as record crowds, staffing shortages, and reduced services continue to impact the visitor experience.
Hilton and Lainey Wilson are celebrating America's 250th anniversary by offering one Hilton Honors member the opportunity to redeem an exclusive fan experience—including concert tickets and a meet-and-greet—for just 250 points.
Bass Pro Shops has acquired Cheeca Lodge & Spa in Islamorada, Florida, expanding its hospitality portfolio with the addition of the 27-acre waterfront resort.
Universal Kids Resort opens next week in Frisco, Texas, introducing a theme park designed specifically for children ages three to eight with seven immersive themed lands.
Emirates has become the first airline to offer conflict-related travel insurance, providing medical coverage, hotel accommodations, flight rebooking assistance, and complimentary trip extensions during disruptions.
TSA and Google Wallet have teamed up to expand TSA PreCheck Touchless ID, allowing eligible travelers to move through security more quickly at 65 participating airports nationwide.
United Airlines is bringing DIRECTV onboard through July 20, giving passengers access to live television while in the air.
The Good
Japan's Noto Satoyama Airport will reopen in early July as the world's first Pokémon-themed airport. The limited-time transformation, created in partnership with the Pokémon With You Foundation, aims to boost tourism following the 2024 Noto Peninsula earthquake.
