Today's podcast looks at who's winning the hotel loyalty race, who VRBO is targeting in its latest ads, and how Visit Florida's website change will affect its relationship with the LGBTQ community. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›
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India's hotel industry has gaps and enough potential to warrant significant growth over the next few years. But whether the players will be able to capitalize is a different question altogether. -Bulbul Dhawan Read more ›
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Marriott leads in the competition for the largest membership in a hotel loyalty program, with over 210 members. But its rivals are hot on its heels. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›
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While Vrbo's new ad campaign to attract hosts doesn't mention its competitor Airbnb by name, Expedia’s smaller short-term rental platform keeps poking at what makes it different from the industry juggernaut. -James Farrell Read more ›
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We don’t know why the page was removed and Visit Florida won’t say. But it could hurt already strained relations with the LGBTQ community and it doesn’t make sense from a marketing perspective. -Dawit Habtemariam Read more ›
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Timely commissions form a critical foundation for productive partnerships between hotels and travel agencies. Deploying the fastest, most reliable funding methods reduces administrative workloads and banking fees and also improves supplier-vendor relationships. -Onyx CenterSource Read more ›
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As ultra-low-cost carriers like Spirit and Frontier falter, Sun Country has been able to routinely stand out as one of the most profitable airlines in the U.S. -Meghna Maharishi Read more ›
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IndiGo got big as a budget airline. But Indians are increasingly willing to spend on luxury and the airline is going where the money is. -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more ›
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Today's podcast looks at Hyatt’s purchased of Standard, what new loyalty branding deals look like, and Shakira’s role pitching Despegar. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›
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Wynn Al Marjan Island is on its second president, and that's before its opening three years from now. Leading the hotel now is a steady hand from Las Vegas. -Josh Corder Read more ›
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The Indian aviation industry is rapidly growing, but continues to be underserved, be it in terms of airports or airlines. This creates a significant opportunity for new players to enter the market and fill the gap. -Bulbul Dhawan Read more ›
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With hybrid work now here to stay, Switzerland is confident there are still legs in the blended travel trend. -Dawit Habtemariam Read more ›
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The Standard is part of a category of hotels that Hyatt and all major groups covet. Hyatt's CEO has previously said adding luxury and lifestyle brands can create a “network effect,” driving loyalty program growth and engagement. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›
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The Standard is part of a category of hotels that Hyatt and all major groups covet. Hyatt's CEO has previously said adding luxury and lifestyle brands can create a “network effect,” driving loyalty program growth and engagement. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›
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Just about every hotel brand is trying to target luxury, and Hilton’s no different. Its approach with this move is strengthening relationships with influential travel advisors. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›
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Major hotel groups are playing Pokémon with their loyalty programs. Instead of collecting rare game cards, they're adding new sets of travelers to their databases. Gotta catch 'em all. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›
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Shakira has paved the way for other Latin America artists. Despegar hopes she can open more doors for the company, as well. -Dennis Schaal Read more ›
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Delivering seamless digital interactions across every touchpoint is more critical than ever in today’s travel landscape, especially during major travel disruptions. Using AI tools behind the scenes can help travel brands enhance — not replace — human talent and personal empathy. -Teleperformance Read more ›
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Airlink marks the latest in a series of strategic investments for the Qatar Airways Group in Africa and beyond. Could the much-anticipated RwandAir deal be next? -Gordon Smith Read more ›
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Jordan's tourism sector has actually grown year-on-year, but the situation is far from perfect. -Josh Corder Read more ›
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