Spain’s tourism industry is projected to contribute €260.5 billion to GDP in 2025, representing nearly 16% of the national economy—a strong indication of the sector’s resilience.
Ryanair has reached a landmark deal with Booking Holdings, the parent company of Booking.com, KAYAK, Priceline, and Agoda, allowing these platforms to legally sell Ryanair tickets.
Glenn Fogel, CEO of Booking Holdings, called on U.S. officials to streamline entry processes for foreign visitors, citing a 3.8% drop in international arrivals year-over-year, with July down by 5.1%.
According to new data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), U.S. travel agency air ticket sales totaled $52.3 billion between January and June 2025.
Boeing anticipates a steady global demand for 43,600 new commercial airplanes over the next two decades, fueled by expanding middle classes, competitive airline networks, and sustainable aviation investments in emerging markets.
A growing coalition of hotels across Europe is launching a class action lawsuit against Booking.com, claiming the platform imposed excessive commission fees through allegedly abusive contractual clauses.