Today's podcast looks at Skift Research's latest mega-report on the state of travel, the marketing battles of Expedia and Booking Holdings, and new goals for Nashville. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›
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If this deals truly helps Despegar better focus on its core services — selling travel — then it would seem to make sense. In the process, Despegar gets leaner. -Dennis Schaal Read more ›
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Nashville’s ambition to host mega events like the Super Bowl and March Madness says that it's ready to step up as a major player. But while the city’s rebranding efforts are attracting more diverse visitors, the real challenge lies in breaking free from its roots, especially with international travelers – Nashville needs to prove it can be more than just the country music capital. -Dawit Habtemariam Read more ›
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Consumers hate junk fees and lawmakers have been slowly cracking down. But businesses are still pushing back. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›
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In 2023, Booking and Expedia spent a combined $13 billion on marketing, with Booking demonstrating better efficiency and global reach. While both still invest heavily in Google, they're shifting towards alternative marketing strategies like price discounting and B2B channels. -Pranavi Agarwal Read more ›
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There's a lot of opportunity for strategic growth investment in travel tech, and Blackstone wants to jump in. -Justin Dawes Read more ›
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Carrie Tharp, vice president of strategic industries for Google Cloud, said in April to expect a lot more AI projects in travel. Here's another. -Justin Dawes Read more ›
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EL AL is doubling down with Boeing as it places the largest single order in the airline's history. -Gordon Smith Read more ›
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Today's podcast looks at how AI may yet transform the travel industry, the FTC's crackdown on fake reviews, and Elliott Investment's proposed changing to the Southwest board. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›
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Buses are key to last mile travel in India, connecting people from smaller Indian towns to international and domestic destinations. The funding reflects a positive outlook of investors towards the bus industry as more online players enter the segment. -Bulbul Dhawan Read more ›
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Regulators aim to curb digital chicanery. Their target: fake AI reviews, paid praise, and biased endorsements from influencers. But policing the sprawling review ecosystem may become a headache for many. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›
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The new CEO will have to figure out exactly what Inspirato will be. Is it the "luxury hospitality company" of 2019, the "innovative luxury travel club" of 2024, or something else. -Dennis Schaal Read more ›
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In recent months, the Las Vegas Sphere has been selling over $1 million a day in tickets, on average. But is that enough to recoup its $2.3 billion cost? -Jesse Chase-Lubitz Read more ›
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Big travel companies have the resources to plan major tech overhauls to integrate AI, but it's taking longer than some had expected. -Justin Dawes Read more ›
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The travel loyalty landscape is shifting toward lifestyle rewards that prioritize experiences and personalized benefits over traditional points and miles. For 25 years, iSeatz has been at the forefront of this transformation. -iSeatz Read more ›
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TUI reported another record-breaking quarter with sales of tours and activities helping to boost profitability. TUI also gained from the collapse of smaller rival FTI. -Jesse Chase-Lubitz Read more ›
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As industry veterans, Elliott Investment Management's 10 candidates have the potential to radically shake-up the 15-person Southwest board. -Gordon Smith Read more ›
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Today's podcast looks at Delta’s new free global Wi-Fi, how Paris luxury hotels won gold, and big changes at Inspirato. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›
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Trevolution Group's data on international travel to India highlights the country's growing popularity as a tourist destination. -Bulbul Dhawan Read more ›
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Once considered an overpriced gimmick, onboard Wi-Fi is quickly becoming a cabin commodity. -Gordon Smith Read more ›
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