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Tony Loeb

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Tony Loeb est un entrepreneur de la hotel tech qui compte plus de vingt ans d'expérience dans l'industrie hôtelière. Webmaster à ses débuts, il est devenu directeur technique et a piloté une équipe d'une trentaine de personnes dédiée à la création de sites, au SEO et au SEA pour les hôtels. Il a ensuite accompagné des hôtels de luxe et des chaînes à l'international, avant de cofonder un CRM et une solution d'email marketing dédiés à l'hôtellerie, utilisés par des milliers d'hôtels indépendants dans le monde. Aujourd'hui, il est co-fondateur de 10 Minutes (10 minutes pour un hôtelier), le média de référence de l'hôtellerie européenne, qui réunit newsletter, podcasts et vidéos pour atteindre plus de 350 000 décideurs hôteliers. Il y anime les podcasts « 10 min pour un hôtelier » et « Inno'Tourism ». Il est également co-fondateur de Pragmatik, une agence marketing qui aide les entreprises de la hotel tech à transformer des contenus clairs, sans blabla, en leads qualifiés. Pragmatique par nature, Tony décrypte ce qui compte en marketing hôtelier, distribution, expérience client et technologie pour aider les hôteliers à décider mieux et plus vite. Basé en région parisienne.
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Hawaii, bloccata la tassa sulle crociere

🚢 The U.S. Court of Appeals blocked Hawaii's 11% cruise tax on December 31, hours before its January 1 implementation. The tax aimed to fund environmental projects. The Clia, which sued Hawaii in August, argued the tax violates federal law. The decision reverses a December 23 ruling. The federal government opposes the tax, citing harm to businesses and tourists, while Governor Josh Green supports visitor responsibility for island protection. The block is effective until a final ruling.
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Pagamenti Iata: WTAAA contesta i periodi di pagamento globali

🗺 WTAAA contests IATA’s decision for standardized, shorter payment periods by mid-2026. This global mandate removes local Agency Programme Joint Council (APJC) agreements. Agents argue it forces them to prefinance bookings, undermining local business models. Otto de Vries, WTAAA's Executive Director, calls for restoring APJC's role in determining payment schedules.
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Biman Bangladesh Airlines: in arrivo 14 aeromobili per sviluppare il network

✈️ Biman Bangladesh Airlines has announced the purchase of 14 aircraft, including Boeing 787-9, Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner, and Boeing 737-8, targeting expansion of capacity and development of regional and long-haul routes. Bosra Islam, General Manager of Public Relations, emphasized the fleet's operational capacity boost. Claudio Novembrini from Distal GSA Italia highlighted the investment's positive impact on product reliability and market presence.
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Cresce la voglia di volare, come il costo dei biglietti

🛩 A global prediction anticipates airline revenues reaching $1 trillion by 2026, driven by sustained demand but offset by high fares. A shortage of aircraft due to delayed deliveries from Airbus and Boeing persists. International traffic to Europe is set to rise by 4%, benefiting Italy. Europe's medium and short-haul capacity increased by 4.2% in summer 2025. In the U.S., political uncertainty may impact profitable transatlantic routes ahead of the June 11, 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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I biglietti aerei restano cari Fatturato vettori in aumento

🛩 In 2026, global airline revenues are predicted to surpass $1 trillion, driven by sustained demand, though ticket prices will remain high. Airbus and Boeing delays contribute to aircraft shortages. Despite higher post-COVID fares, profit margins remain slim due to high costs. European air traffic will grow by 4%, with Italy as a favored destination. U.S. travel faces uncertainty due to immigration policies, impacting transatlantic planning, even with upcoming major events like the FIFA World Cup starting June 11, 2026.
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A-Line, nuovo marchio di Isola Azzurra per le strutture a programmazione diretta

🏨 Isola Azzurra introduces A-Line, a new brand succeeding the Platinum range, focusing on reliable and quality hotel partnerships. Fabio Piraino, Business Development at Isola Azzurra, highlights A-Line's evolution from established partnerships, ensuring stable and competitive offers. A-Line will be integrated into Isola Azzurra's sales strategy alongside Zeta Club & Resort, Azzurra World, and Land&Sea, enhancing their trade offerings.
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The Farm at San Benito, primo Autograph Collection nelle Filippine

🏠 Marriott International strengthens its presence in Asian wellness tourism by adding The Farm at San Benito as the first Autograph Collection property in the Philippines. Located in Lipa, Batangas, this 70-room wellness resort has been operating independently for over 20 years. Key offerings include detox and integrative medicine programs. The resort features suites, private garden villas, medical spa, hydrotherapy, meditation, and five restaurants utilizing produce from an on-site organic garden.
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Ethiopian Airlines potenzia l’Agency Portal

🛩 Ethiopian Airlines has partnered with Nucore Technologies to advance its digital transformation. This strategic agreement aims to enhance the B2B segment by integrating NDC distribution and scalable digital platforms. The collaboration strengthens Ethiopian Airlines' global standards commitment and modern retailing by improving data transparency and service efficiency. Bilen Arefaine, VP of ET Holiday & Digital/GCIC Sales, highlights the enhanced Agency Portal, which caters to travel agencies and corporate clients with advanced data reporting and analysis tools.
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Italia regina dell’inverno Arte, cultura e montagna spingono la domanda

📈 Italia's winter tourism flourishes with a 46.8% increase in holiday package sales for 2025-26, rising to 50% within the EU. Long-haul travel interest grows by 43.8%, with the US, Canada, and Asia as key markets. Hotel occupancy reaches 47.8% from Dec 30-Jan 7, 2026, topping Europe's list. Alpine regions excel, with Valle d’Aosta at 66.72%. Cultural and gastronomic tourism thrive, enhancing Italy's appeal.
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Trinity ViaggiStudio lancia la Group Leader Academy

📚 Group Leader Academy® begins in March 2026, organized by Trinity ViaggiStudio. The program includes 6 online courses and a weekend training camp on May 16-17, 2026, at Paradù EcoVillage & Resort, Castagneto Carducci, Tuscany. It combines theoretical and practical training, providing skills for managing educational trips abroad. The training offers credits for mandatory education via C.L.ASS., recognized by Italy’s Ministry of Education.
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