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Dennis Schaal @ Skift 1 place · 03/20/2026 17:27 EDT

Iran Warns Tourist Sites Could Be Targets Worldwide

Such an overt, specific threat to tourism from an official government entity is rare indeed. Read more ›

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Elizabeth Casolo @ Skift · 12/12/2024 07:10 EDT

Trump Travel, Junk Fees and a Saudi World Cup

Today's podcast looks what travel leaders' think of Trump, what's next for junk fees, and how the World Cup could impact Saudi tourism. -Elizabeth Casolo Read more ›

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Bulbul Dhawan @ Skift · 12/11/2024 23:00 EDT

India’s Homegrown Hotels Brands Vs. Global Players

Indian mid-market hotel brands are dominating the smaller cities due to their flexibility. However, they still have a long way to go in Tier-1 regions. -Bulbul Dhawan Read more ›

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Lex Haris @ Skift · 12/11/2024 14:30 EDT

An FTC Rule on Junk Fees Seemed Like a Sure Thing. There Still Hasn’t Been a Vote

There has been a push toward more disclosure of fees and that's likely to continue. But a rule from the new FTC is unlikely. -Lex Haris Read more ›

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Dennis Schaal @ Skift · 12/11/2024 12:52 EDT

Booking Holdings Layoffs Would Be Less Severe Than in 2020

Booking Holdings resumed hiring fairly aggressively after the pandemic, but is now trimming its workforce as part of a plan to get a handle on costs. A major part of the reorganization is to figure out the best areas for investment. -Dennis Schaal Read more ›

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Gordon Smith @ Skift · 12/11/2024 12:33 EDT

Heathrow Airport Braces for its Busiest-Ever Christmas

From ordinary passengers to airline CEOs, Heathrow has no shortage of detractors – however these latest numbers suggest the London airport still boasts serious pulling power.  -Gordon Smith Read more ›

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Josh Corder @ Skift · 12/11/2024 11:31 EDT

Saudi Arabia Will Host FIFA World Cup 2034. What it Means for Tourism

Saudi Arabia's 2034 FIFA World Cup promises to be a big moment for the kingdom, but it's already getting scrutiny. -Josh Corder Read more ›

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Sean O'Neill @ Skift · 12/11/2024 10:57 EDT

TUI Pushes Premium Rates for Tours and Plans Climate-Driven Shifts

TUI has emerged from the pandemic leaner and more focused under the steady hand of CEO Sebastian Ebel. But the company's pivot into becoming a digital-first, experience-led business remains tough to execute. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›

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Diana Nay @ Skift · 12/11/2024 10:00 EDT

How AlUla Is Redefining Luxury Travel for the Modern Explorer

The luxury travel sector is shifting towards deeper cultural engagement and authenticity. AlUla is carving out its niche in the industry by offering travelers exclusive access to one of the world's most ancient civilizations. -Diana Nay Read more ›

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Elizabeth Casolo @ Skift · 12/11/2024 07:18 EDT

Travel’s Biggest Megatrends for 2025

Today's podcast looks at quiet luxury, hotels' upgraded booking technologies, and the popularity of cooler destinations. -Elizabeth Casolo Read more ›

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Rafat Ali @ Skift · 12/11/2024 04:04 EDT

Global Aviation Set for Record $1 Trillion Revenue in 2025, Yet Profit per Passenger Just $7

Paradoxically, as flying becomes more economically accessible for consumers, airlines find themselves with less financial breathing room. -Rafat Ali Read more ›

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Sean O'Neill @ Skift · 12/11/2024 00:01 EDT

Record 119 Million Americans to Travel for Year-End Holidays

More than a third of the U.S. population will travel more than 50 miles during last dozen days of the year. If weather cooperates, it could be the busiest travel period of the year. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›

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Bulbul Dhawan @ Skift · 12/10/2024 23:00 EDT

How Wildlife Tourism Can Help Turn India Into a Force for Conservation — India Report

India definitely needs to boost its inbound tourism, and wildlife tourism could be the game-changer the country needs to bring in more foreign guests. -Bulbul Dhawan Read more ›

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Justin Dawes @ Skift · 12/10/2024 12:02 EDT

Gen AI Year 3: Get Ready for Real Change

There will be an explosion of AI innovation over the next couple of years. The AI travel agent is getting closer, and travel companies will automate tasks long overdue for modernization. -Justin Dawes Read more ›

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Dennis Schaal @ Skift · 12/10/2024 12:02 EDT

Google’s Search Dominance Will Face New Threats

As regulators on two continents bear down on Google, the company faces real competition for the first time in eons. -Dennis Schaal Read more ›

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Sean O'Neill @ Skift · 12/10/2024 12:02 EDT

Hotels Will Start Selling So Much More Than Rooms

The hotel industry is finally catching up to airlines in the art of online upselling, with new tech investments set to unlock billions in ancillary revenue. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›

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Sarah Kopit @ Skift · 12/10/2024 12:02 EDT

2025 Is the Year Live Tourism Becomes Unstoppable

When everything can be clicked, streamed or viewed online, it's the in-real-life-only moments that travelers now crave. From mega concerts to meteor showers, these events will be the driving force in travel in 2025. It’s the age of Live Tourism. -Sarah Kopit Read more ›

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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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