Suggestions that the DMA could compel Booking.com as Gatekeeper to include direct booking links to hotels' own websites on their platform, sound like a dream come true for hotels. However, a closer examination reveals that this expectations may have been overly optimistic.

BookBetterDirect Direct Bookings Distribution Forecast Shows OTAs Rising by 10% in 2031.

In an unprecedented move, NYC more or less bans Airbnb hosting, by limiting guests to two and requiring the host to be present during stays. New fines enforced.

So you’re going on a holiday and want to book a great hotel or an apartment? Do yourself a favour: don’t use a site like Booking.com.