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Gordon Smith @ Skift 1 place · today 06:58 EDT

United and JetBlue Partnership Wins DOT Approval

JetBlue found a new dance partner after its messy breakup with American – but this deal is deliberately limited to avoid antitrust headaches. Read more

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Bulbul Dhawan @ Skift 2 place · 07/28/2025 23:00 EDT

How India Became One of the Fastest‑Growing Business Travel Markets

As India's high-value business travel is on-track to surpass pre-Covid levels, competition in India is heating up with OTAs and hotel chains adjusting their strategies to sharpen their focus on this segment. Read more

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Rafat Ali @ Skift 3 place · today 08:20 EDT

Skift Expands Community and Multimedia Offerings with Two Strategic Acquisitions

I’m proud to announce two acquisitions that mark significant steps forward for us in community-driven, multimedia content. These acquisitions are part of our intentional growth strategy, balancing simplicity and complexity to build resilience into our media ecosystem. Read more

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Gordon Smith @ Skift · today 10:19 EDT

Is Etihad Still Heading for an IPO? We Ask the CEO

Trading its sovereign safety net for the scrutiny of the stock market has long been on the table – but could Etihad’s current success delay the plan? Read more

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Qiddiya City + Skift @ Skift · today 10:00 EDT

Built for Play: How Qiddiya City Creates a New Destination Paradigm 

Qiddiya City believes “play” will fuse leisure, culture, and community so visitors and residents alike can reconnect with joy, creativity, purpose — and connect with each other. It’s a bold reimagining of what a city can be in the age of experiential travel. Read more

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Peden Doma Bhutia @ Skift · today 08:00 EDT

Wyndham Expands Asia Pacific Footprint with Ovolo Hotel Partnership

It's the second deal for Wyndham in just a few weeks: One bolsters its budget and midscale footprint in South Asia, the other adds some lifestyle flair across Asia Pacific. Read more

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Rashaad Jorden @ Skift · today 05:18 EDT

Hilton’s Strategy Shift, Spirit’s Furloughs and Sri Lanka’s Fee Drop

On today’s pod, we look at Hilton’s biz travel shift, Spirit’s pilot troubles, and Sri Lanka’s fig leaf to travelers. Read more

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Sean O'Neill @ Skift · 07/28/2025 15:54 EDT

Hilton Pushes Direct Sales by Targeting Small Business Travelers

Everyone in corporate travel is trying to cut out the middleman, which is awkward because half the people in corporate travel are the middleman. Hilton's gained traction with a new program for small- and medium-sized businesses and easier processes for payments. Read more

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Meghna Maharishi @ Skift · 07/28/2025 15:06 EDT

Spirit Airlines to Furlough 270 Pilots, Prepares to Cut More Flights

Spirit said it would furlough more pilots as it is looking to downsize its flight schedule, one of the many measures the carrier is taking to restore profitability. Read more

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Curacity + Skift @ Skift 3 place · 07/28/2025 10:00 EDT

New Report: Rethinking Travel Content Marketing in the Age of AI

As AI reshapes the travel marketing landscape, brands must rethink their approach to content strategy. A new report from Curacity reveals how marketers can shift from passive awareness-building to active, measurable demand creation through targeted storytelling and strategic distribution. Read more

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Sean O'Neill @ Skift · 07/28/2025 08:45 EDT

TakeUp’s $11 Million Funding Highlights Pricing Gap Crushing Indie Hotels

A pricing technology gap has created a David-and-Goliath dynamic in hospitality, where small, indie operators compete against chains. Can AI help level the playing field? Read more

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Peden Doma Bhutia @ Skift · 07/28/2025 06:08 EDT

Sri Lanka Bets on Visa Fee Waiver for 40 Nations to Hit 3 Million Tourists

First things first: Sri Lanka isn’t going visa‑free, it’s just scrapping the fee. Free visas could help close the gap for Sri Lanka, but the country needs a consistent campaign and a story that goes beyond price. Read more

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Sarah Kopit @ Skift · 07/27/2025 10:39 EDT

What if Airbnb Builds the Killer AI Travel Search App?

Airbnb is hiring an engineer for an AI-powered natural language search product. If the tech delivers, it could create new creative pressure in shaping how people choose where to go and stay. Read more

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Gordon Smith @ Skift 2 place · 07/26/2025 14:10 EDT

Etihad Airways CEO Unpacks Big Bet on Small Jets

Etihad is hoping to outmaneuver its Gulf rivals with 30 small but premium aircraft. Will passengers buy the promise of private jet-like luxury? Read more

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Luke Martin @ Skift 1 place · 07/25/2025 12:36 EDT

Former Six Senses CEO Has a New Venture: Here’s How He’s Advising Other Hotel Groups

Neil Jacobs stepped away from operations but not from hospitality. With Wild Origins, he’s helping brands scale with purpose and avoid the pitfalls he’s seen before. Read more

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Darin Graham @ Skift 2 place · 07/25/2025 11:33 EDT

Extreme Heat in Greece Triggers Safety Warnings for Tourists, Forces Partial Shut Down of Acropolis 

The increasing frequency of heat events is raising fresh questions about climate resilience in Mediterranean tourism markets, especially as the peak season now coincides with dangerous weather extremes. Read more

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Darin Graham @ Skift 1 place · 07/25/2025 10:21 EDT

The Grand Canyon Fires Are Still Burning, Adventure Companies Shift Trips

The Grand Canyon fires are some the worst to hit the region. A sobering reminder that extreme weather can affect iconic natural landmarks. Read more

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Luke Martin @ Skift 3 place · 07/25/2025 09:27 EDT

Every One of Radisson’s Hotel Brands, Explained

Radisson is quietly reinventing itself through regional focus and flexible branding, trading name recognition for market adaptability. Read more

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Rashaad Jorden @ Skift · 07/25/2025 04:19 EDT

Airfare AI Debates, Hotel EV Demand and Southwest’s Baggage Bonanzas

In the headphones today: American Air makes an AI pricing promise, Hilton says EV charging is an edge, and Southwest’s billion dollar bonus. Read more

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Meghna Maharishi @ Skift · 07/24/2025 15:08 EDT

Southwest CEO Says Baggage Fees Are Pacing Toward $1 Billion in Annual Profit

Despite early concerns, Southwest is learning what other airlines had already figured out: Baggage fees are big business. Read more

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Meghna Maharishi @ Skift · 07/24/2025 12:58 EDT

American Airlines CEO on AI Pricing After Delta Backlash: ‘I Don’t Think It’s Appropriate’

Ever since Delta mentioned it is using AI to set prices on domestic flights, the backlash against the carrier has grown. Read more

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Darin Graham @ Skift 3 place · 07/24/2025 12:17 EDT

Hilton Says EV Chargers Are Top Booking Driver, Beating Pools and Free Breakfast

EV chargers at hotels may also be attracting more eco-conscious travelers - a sign that what’s inside the accommodation, and its climate impact, could increasingly influence booking decisions too. Read more

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Sean O'Neill @ Skift · 07/24/2025 10:02 EDT

Wyndham Expects Pressures Hitting Budget Travelers to Lift

Price-conscious travelers made fewer trips this spring in the U.S., but hotel developers have shown confidence by signing up for franchise contracts in record numbers. Read more

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Wunderkind + Skift @ Skift · 07/24/2025 10:00 EDT

Industry Insights: 4 Questions With Wunderkind 

With digital privacy tightening, identity resolution is becoming essential for travel marketers. Wunderkind’s Ronen Kadosh explains how smarter data strategies can help brands drive direct bookings and build lasting loyalty. Read more

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Josh Corder @ Skift · 07/24/2025 09:28 EDT

Qatar Launches 2036 Olympics Bid

Qatar became the first Middle East nation to host the FIFA World Cup in 2022, now it wants to be the first to host the Olympics as well.  Read more

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Meghna Maharishi @ Skift · 07/24/2025 08:17 EDT

American Airlines Lowers 2025 Outlook

American, like many other U.S. airlines, is lowering its profit forecast for the year. However, the carrier noted that domestic demand was starting to strengthen. Read more

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Jason Clampet @ Skift · 07/24/2025 05:17 EDT

Airbnb’s Expansion Strategy: How Services and Experiences Are Changing the Trip

Airbnb is evolving into a full-trip platform, expanding globally with curated in-stay services like private chefs and local-led activities—available to both travelers and locals—all seamlessly integrated into its app. Read more

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Gordon Smith @ Skift · 07/24/2025 05:06 EDT

Wizz Air to Slash A321XLR Order and Focus on ‘Benign Markets’

Wizz Air’s turnaround strategy is still evolving; but recent moves suggest a return to core markets and cost discipline as it tries to regain altitude in Europe’s competitive low-cost sector. Read more

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Peden Doma Bhutia @ Skift · 07/24/2025 03:35 EDT

MakeMyTrip Moves Closer to ‘Travel Superapp’ Vision with Experiences Launch

While MakeMyTrip’s success hinges on how well it stitches together a seamless travel journey, one thing's clear: India’s biggest online travel agency wants to own the full journey. And it's betting that travelers are ready for that. Read more

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