International visitor spending in India in 2023 was 14% below pre-pandemic levels. UPI One World wallet eliminates the need for international travelers to carry currency, and could boost tourism spending in India. -Bulbul Dhawan Read more ›
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Meta AI was useful as a starting point for finding things to do in a new destination — an improvement from its first model but nothing new compared to competitors. Beyond that, a traditional search is far superior for trip planning. -Justin Dawes Read more ›
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Gold medals aren't the only prize in contention at Paris 2024. Airlines from around the world are using the Olympics to bolster brand recognition in a big way. -Gordon Smith Read more ›
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While Vegas heavyweights like Wynn and MGM made headlines for entering the UAE, the reality of the country's gaming industry could be a lot more local, favoring companies already in the country. -Josh Corder Read more ›
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As travelers seek more customizable options, airline retailing is modernizing to offer AI-powered ancillary offer management. This shift enhances the passenger experience and provides airlines with new revenue streams through targeted and personalized offerings. -PROS Read more ›
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In a region where convenience and speed are paramount, a seamless payment experience is not just a luxury, it’s a necessity for success. -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more ›
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Rules for gambling in the UAE include "cooling off periods," betting limits and a connection to a business in the UAE. -Josh Corder Read more ›
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In-person sporting events are some of the last great communal gathering spots. We travel en masse to take-in competition, cheer on our teams and experience life. As a result, sports tourism has become an absolute economic juggernaut for the travel industry. In the immortal words of Jerry Maguire - Show Me The Money! -Sarah Kopit Read more ›
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These startups are modernizing tour packages, timeshares, and tipping with digital products. -Justin Dawes Read more ›
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Someday a computer-generated avatar may explain why you can't fly business class to Dubai. In the meantime, travel management and travel tech companies are testing how to apply Gen AI to various parts of business travel. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›
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IndiGo's strategy shake-up is evident as it moves from low-cost basics to premium offerings, with business class, wide-body aircraft, and now in-flight entertainment. -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more ›
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Patrick Mendes, Accor's CEO of Europe and North Africa, is excited about this year's Olympics — in large part because Accor is an official partner of this year's event. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›
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Russia's recent gains are fueled by strategic marketing efforts and visa waivers. -Saniya Zanpure Read more ›
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Abu Dhabi's new tourism strategy aims high with targeted investments to boost visitor numbers and solidify its position as a top global travel destination. -Abu Dhabi Department of Culture and Tourism Read more ›
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Since the end of Covid, Intrepid has been transforming its marketing strategy by focusing on brand, rather than quick hit advertisements. -Jesse Chase-Lubitz Read more ›
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Attending the Olympics is a bucket list item for many sports fans, but does the worldwide focus on host cities contribute to a long-term increase in visitor numbers? -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›
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Today's podcast looks at the world's strongest passports, Southwest's bottom line boost, and Barcelona's updated tourism campaign. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›
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For Hyatt, a marketing tie-up with Under Canvas represents a strategic expansion into the booming outdoor resort sector, catering to travelers seeking posh stays in natural surroundings. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›
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American reintroduced its fares to the channels where travel agencies want to book them, and Isom acknowledged this was their biggest "pain point." The airline, too, will be feeling pain for some time. -Dennis Schaal Read more ›
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Wyndham said its RevPAR (that's hotel-speak for "how much money we make per room") might be flat this year, but its EBITDA (that's finance-speak for "profits, kinda") was still looking good. The hotel franchisor partly chalked that up to an improved tech game that has helped it boost margins. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›
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