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Rashaad Jorden @ Skift · 12/02/2024 15:01 EDT

Mexico Looks to Levy Tax on Cruise Passengers

A hefty tax on cruise passengers docking in Mexico could hurt the country's tourism industry, a point cruise executives are hammering home. But is Mexico's government listening to them? -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›

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Ben Walker @ Skift · 12/02/2024 13:50 EDT

Hotel Developers Want to Cut Costs: Enter 3D Printers and Prefab Rooms

Investors, owners, and brands always look for fresh ways to get hotels to market quickly and efficiently. -Ben Walker Read more ›

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Colin Nagy @ Skift · 12/02/2024 12:24 EDT

There is a subset of luxury travelers who are taking to the water to find remote, interesting areas that aren’t mobbed. And increasingly, they aren’t opting for hyper-luxe, large scale cruises. -Colin Nagy Read more ›

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Rafat Ali @ Skift · 12/02/2024 11:58 EDT

Rethinking Luxury: The Ease of Family Travel in Collectivist Societies

Will the Western travel industry rethink its approach to serving families rather than offering mere lip service? -Rafat Ali Read more ›

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Meghna Maharishi @ Skift · 12/02/2024 10:12 EDT

TSA Records Busiest Day Ever With Over 3 Million Travelers

December 1 became the busiest day ever in TSA history as the agency processed 3.09 million travelers, capping off one of the busiest Thanksgiving travel periods on record. -Meghna Maharishi Read more ›

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Gordon Smith @ Skift · 12/02/2024 08:58 EDT

13 Regulators Down, 1 to Go: Korean Air and Asiana Mega-Merger Awaits U.S. Approval

More than four years after it was first proposed, the final destination for this ultra long-haul transaction appears in sight. What follows next could prove very interesting indeed. -Gordon Smith Read more ›

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Bulbul Dhawan @ Skift · 12/02/2024 08:11 EDT

Saudi Arabia Hosts IPL Auction: What It Means for Sports Tourism

Indians are traveling more for sporting events, with cricket being a top draw. Saudi Arabia hosting the IPL auction highlights its push to attract Indian travelers by linking with the country’s favorite sport. Could this also signal Saudi's interest in hosting future IPL tournaments? -Bulbul Dhawan Read more ›

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Peden Doma Bhutia @ Skift · 12/02/2024 03:53 EDT

Thailand-U.S. Direct Flights Could Return by Early 2025

Thailand thrives on tourism, and direct flights to the U.S. could be a game-changer. They’d attract more long-staying American travelers, boosting tourism revenues and giving a solid lift to Thailand’s tourism-reliant economy. -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more ›

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Justin Dawes @ Skift 3 place · 12/01/2024 11:11 EDT

What Travel Tech Leaders Want From the Trump Administration

Travel tech leaders are uncertain exactly where they fall on the list of Trump's priorities, but they believe his policies will be good for innovation. -Justin Dawes Read more ›

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Aleix Rodríguez Brunsoms @ Skift 2 place · 11/30/2024 17:57 EDT

Culture Eats Hospitality for Breakfast: Why Europe and North America Are Falling Behind

Western destinations need a full reset of cultural values that prioritizes empathy and human connection. That’s the only way to compete with regions where hospitality is woven deeply into the fabric of their societies. -Aleix Rodríguez Brunsoms Read more ›

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Debbie Carlson @ Skift 1 place · 11/30/2024 11:03 EDT

What’s Next For Boutique Hotel Pioneer Richard Kessler

Hotel legend Richard Kessler is still willing to take risks when creating hotels. Think putting dinosaur fossils in hotel lobbies, or displaying modern art in a converted power plant. So far, travelers and Marriott like it. -Debbie Carlson Read more ›

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Rafat Ali @ Skift 2 place · 11/30/2024 05:00 EDT

Moving Beyond Brands: The Rise of Individual Voices in Travel

The U.S. travel and tourism industry is falling behind others because the leaders that run it operate in the clouds, while the need is to be on the ground level, day in and day out. Time to change and here's why. -Rafat Ali Read more ›

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Ben Walker @ Skift 2 place · 11/29/2024 12:00 EDT

Mr & Mrs Smith Founder: Hyatt Integration Is Accelerating

Tamara Lohan, who founded Mr & Mrs Smith, says Hyatt kept its word so far not to mess with the brand's "curation standards." She also says listings growth is ramping up. -Ben Walker Read more ›

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Justin Dawes @ Skift 1 place · 11/29/2024 09:00 EDT

17 Travel Startups Raise $636 Million in 3 Weeks

The nearly $1 billion in fundraises in November has been driven by startups for hotel tech and flying taxis. -Justin Dawes Read more ›

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Rafat Ali @ Skift 2 place · 11/29/2024 06:00 EDT

Snowboarding Soars, Boating Steadies, and Bicycling Stalls – A Decade of Trends in U.S. Recreation

It is fascinating to see what outdoor recreation activities say about American society at large, and how Covid changed some activities for a while, while some reverted back to mean. -Rafat Ali Read more ›

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Peden Doma Bhutia @ Skift 1 place · 11/29/2024 02:29 EDT

That Maldives Vacation Just Got More Expensive: Here’s What’s Changing

As the Maldives grapples with economic challenges, travelers may begin questioning if the beauty of its overwater villas and turquoise waters still outweigh the growing price tag. -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more ›

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Josh Corder @ Skift 3 place · 11/29/2024 01:02 EDT

No More ‘Ego Projects’ — Middle East Developers Now Want Mid-Market Hotels

Times are changing in the Middle East. If it wants to be a market for all, it needs hotel products to match. -Josh Corder Read more ›

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Bulbul Dhawan @ Skift 3 place · 11/29/2024 00:15 EDT

Delhi’s Air Pollution Clouds India’s Inbound Tourism Revival

Delhi is a key entry point for international travelers to India. However, while the summer heatwaves discourage tourism, now the pollution during winter could further slow inbound recovery. -Bulbul Dhawan Read more ›

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Dennis Schaal @ Skift · 11/28/2024 14:37 EDT

Online Travel to Google: Search Changes Are Geared to Create Conflict, Political Backlash

Google's search changes won't win any friends among online travel companies doing business in Europe. However, they might help whip up opposition to the Digital Markets Act. -Dennis Schaal Read more ›

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Josh Corder @ Skift 3 place · 11/28/2024 06:31 EDT

Dubai Airports CEO: Expect Hollywood-Style Tech and Lots of Shopping

Dubai Airports has set out to build the world's largest airport, but the size doesn't matter to its CEO, it's about the tech. -Josh Corder Read more ›

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