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Peden Doma Bhutia @ Skift 2 place · 12/10/2024 12:01 EDT

Travel Industry, Meet Your New VIP Clients: Pets!

The travel industry has finally caught on – pets aren’t just accessories, they’re family. Demographic changes, from animal-loving Gen Zers to seniors seeking companionship, are reshaping how the sector thinks about hospitality. -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more ›

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Sarah Kopit @ Skift · 12/10/2024 12:01 EDT

Cool Climates Will Be in Hot Demand

As global temperatures soar, cooler climates are calling. Next year, ‘North’ will be more than a direction; it’s a destination.  -Sarah Kopit Read more ›

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Sarah Kopit @ Skift · 12/10/2024 12:01 EDT

Travel Leaders on Trump 2.0… in Three Words or Less

When the cameras are off and PR teams aren’t hovering nearby, what do travel industry CEOs and executives truly think about the prospect of Donald Trump returning to the presidency? We asked — and they didn’t hold back.  -Sarah Kopit Read more ›

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Colin Nagy @ Skift · 12/10/2024 12:01 EDT

The Soft Power of Quiet Luxury

A growing group of affluent travelers are done with personal butlers and gold-plated fixtures. To them, luxury is a more personal, one-of-a-kind experience. -Colin Nagy Read more ›

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Josh Corder @ Skift · 12/10/2024 12:01 EDT

The Middle East’s Profound Cultural Shift

The Gulf countries are some of the most nimble nations in the world, willing and able to adapt and change to grow their economies. -Josh Corder Read more ›

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Colin Nagy @ Skift · 12/10/2024 12:01 EDT

Magic Mushrooms in the Minibar

Some will always love a luxury spa. But psychedelics (think psilocybin soundbaths and mushrooms) are the phase in high-end wellness. -Colin Nagy Read more ›

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Sean O'Neill @ Skift · 12/10/2024 12:01 EDT

Influencers Are the New Power Brokers in Travel

Leisure travelers increasingly lean on trip inspiration from their favorite influencers. The power of these content creators will only grow as social media platforms eventually add e-commerce functionality, enabling influencers to sell travel (and earn commissions) directly in their posts. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›

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Sean O'Neill @ Skift 1 place · 12/10/2024 09:45 EDT

LVMH Takes Stake in Boutique Hotel Group Les Domaines de Fontenille

While this is only a minority investment in a small company, LVMH's stake in Fontenille shows its ambition to accelerate its travel and experiential offerings internationally, beyond just Cheval Blanc, Belmond, and Bulgari Hotels & Resorts. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›

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Meghna Maharishi @ Skift · 12/10/2024 09:27 EDT

JetBlue Adds Madrid to Network as it Rethinks Europe

After cutting dozens of unprofitable routes, including some in Europe, JetBlue is launching its first-ever route to Spain in May. -Meghna Maharishi Read more ›

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Josh Corder @ Skift · 12/10/2024 09:05 EDT

Saudi’s Investment Fund Announces Plan to Build its Own Hotel Brands

Saudi Arabia has been using global hotel brands to put itself on the map. Now the country feels ready to start creating its own. -Josh Corder Read more ›

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Meghna Maharishi @ Skift 2 place · 12/10/2024 06:00 EDT

Alaska Air Announces International Expansion Post-Hawaiian Merger

The newly combined airline is looking to compete with Delta in Seattle as it launches international routes and more premium products. -Meghna Maharishi Read more ›

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Bulbul Dhawan @ Skift · 12/09/2024 23:00 EDT

More Nations Ease Visa Process to Attract Indian Travelers – India Report

Indians are showing interest in countries with visa-free, easy visa, and e-visa options, especially as they plan weekend getaways. -Bulbul Dhawan Read more ›

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Sean O'Neill @ Skift · 12/09/2024 16:22 EDT

Bulgari’s Contrarian Strategy in Luxury Hotels: Few Locations, No Loyalty Points

Bulgari Hotels isn't just selling rooms. It's selling one of the rarest commodities in modern luxury: restraint. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›

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Rafat Ali @ Skift · 12/09/2024 13:59 EDT

Flattened Food Cultures: What’s Lost When Tourism Sets the Menu

Tourism shapes what gets cooked, grown, and served. Over time, it even shapes what locals think their own cuisine is. -Rafat Ali Read more ›

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Diana Nay @ Skift · 12/09/2024 12:16 EDT

Skift Aviation Forum Video: Designing a Premium Lounge Experience for Today’s Traveler

In this video from Skift Aviation Forum 2024, Amy Bernard of American Express Travel discusses how the rising demand for premium experiences, personalized amenities, and best-in-class service is driving innovation in Centurion Lounges across airports globally. -Diana Nay Read more ›

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Robert Cole @ Skift 3 place · 12/09/2024 11:41 EDT

Cruise Lines’ Next Big Bet: Billion-Dollar ‘Private Destinations’

If your customers are leaving your ships to go spend money on beaches, you should own the beaches. That's the apparent logic of cruise line operators like Royal Caribbean in buidlding private destinations. It's like vertical integration for vacations. -Robert Cole Read more ›

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Diana Nay @ Skift · 12/09/2024 10:00 EDT

Radisson Individuals Aims to Meet Demand for Local Character in Upper Upscale Hotels

Travelers are increasingly prioritizing authentic experiences over cookie-cutter luxury travel. Choice Hotels has relaunched Radisson Individuals to cater to this demand with accommodations that fuse local elements with upper upscale amenities. -Diana Nay Read more ›

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Diana Nay @ Skift · 12/09/2024 10:00 EDT

AI-Powered Revenue Management Transforms Ground Transportation

The integration of AI-powered revenue management by ground transportation operators is transforming the industry, introducing dynamic pricing and demand forecasting. Traditionally reliant on static pricing, the bus industry is now embracing more granular control over pricing strategies, allowing operators to adjust fares based on specific departure days and demand fluctuations. -Diana Nay Read more ›

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Diana Nay @ Skift · 12/09/2024 09:41 EDT

New Report: Top Winter Travel Trends to Shape Your Marketing Campaigns

As travel booking behaviors become more technology-driven, companies must refine their engagement strategies. A new report from Criteo provides data-driven insights into how brands can shape their marketing strategies to capture consumer demand during the peak winter booking window. -Diana Nay Read more ›

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Peden Doma Bhutia @ Skift · 12/09/2024 07:00 EDT

Air India Adds 100 More Aircraft to Airbus Order Book — Here’s Why it Matters

With a fresh fleet, a brand makeover, and a booming market, Air India looks ready to aim high and reclaim its spot among the world’s top airlines. But to get there, it’ll need to tackle operational challenges along the way. -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more ›

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