Some travel companies have been reporting signs of a slowdown. But recent data – from AAA, the TSA and now, short-term rental bookings – suggest a strong holiday weekend. -Dawit Habtemariam Read more ›
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The world’s largest travel-management company is using AI to read and respond to trip requests via emails. The goal is to free up human agents for more critical tasks, like perhaps explaining to executives why they can't expense that "team-building" trip to Vegas. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›
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If you've ever sailed past Niagara Falls or toured a city on a sightseeing bus, you may have thought, "This is nice and all, but I wish there was something more." Tour operator Hornblower plans to fix that. -Jesse Chase-Lubitz Read more ›
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Thailand, Malaysia, China – and now Sri Lanka – are catching on: relaxing travel rules boosts tourism. With Sri Lanka eyeing a jump from 1.49 million visitors last year to 2.5 million this year, easing entry is their big play. -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more ›
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Skift has covered hundreds of travel startup funding rounds over the past few years, and we’ve spoken with numerous founders and investors about the state of venture capital. They all tell a similar story: There’s money to be had, but the bar is much higher now. -Justin Dawes Read more ›
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Cuts to interest rate cuts would inject much-needed momentum into hotel deals and development. It's time to dust off those "When Rates Fall, Hotels Call" t-shirts you've had in the closet. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›
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It’s still early days, but most of the experiments with AI are focused on improving customer service and increasing the efficiency of flight operations. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›
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The pandemic may be in the rearview mirror for hotels and online travel agencies, but the challenges for those sectors are far from over — especially with the threat of a recession still looming. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›
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Choice Hotels has revamped Radisson and Radisson Blu to further solidify its position in the upscale hotel market. The goal? Appeal to a new generation of travelers while honoring its 115-year-old heritage. -Choice Hotels Read more ›
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The Middle East is one of the few regions to already be ahead of 2019 tourism, led by Saudi Arabia's transformation plan. -Josh Corder Read more ›
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Chinese tourism, both inbound and outbound, remains far below pre-Covid levels. Despite recent gains, China has significant ground to recover in its travel sector. -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more ›
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Running a profitable airline in the U.S. is increasingly about loyalty, not just logistics. All of the ‘Big Three’ lean heavily on frequent flyer programs and co-branded credit cards to help drive revenue - but who came out on top in Q2? -Gordon Smith Read more ›
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Today's podcast looks at hotels' new business travel workaround, Viking's strong path to 2025, and industry accommodations for a boom in smaller-scale meetings and events. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›
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Hotel chains are quietly planning to shift their distribution strategies, aiming to bypass traditional intermediaries and boost direct bookings from corporate travel buyers. But with billions at stake, expect fights from legacy players. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›
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While other travel brands say they see signs of a slowdown, Viking executives see a boom and no signs travelers want to cutback on cruises. -Dawit Habtemariam Read more ›
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Hotels have been warning of soft demand in general, but when it comes to meetings and events, it's "very, very strong" (to quote Hilton's CEO). One travel management firm told us they've doubled staff to capture the business. -Lex Haris Read more ›
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Steve Singh is continuing to build and fund an ecosystem that he hopes will bring about a more high-tech experience for the next generation of business travel. Otto will have to work out the rough edges of other AI trip planners to date. -Justin Dawes Read more ›
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While many developers view disability access as a regulatory requirement, Red Sea Global is tapping into its economic and social potential by creating inclusive experiences to capture a growing market. -Red Sea Global Read more ›
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First class has been 'retiring' from international routes across the industry, Oman Air is the latest, despite its regional neighbors doubling down on the segment. -Josh Corder Read more ›
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Social media isn’t all fun and games. There’s serious money to be made, and Klook is buying into the trend with its latest TikTok tie-up. Klook's message is clear: Come for the video, stay for the tour! -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more ›
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