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Dennis Schaal @ Skift 1 place · 05/09/2026 15:29 EDT

Expedia Spent $279 Million on Acquisitions in Q1, Airbnb Gained $70 Million on Tiqets Deal: Scoop

Expedia acquired Tiquets, not Airbnb, but Airbnb seems to have made a solid return on Tiqets when it cashed out. Read more ›

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Rafat Ali @ Skift 2 place · 12/05/2024 05:09 EDT

Why Mornings and Non-Alcoholic Evenings Are Travel’s Hidden Gems

The exploration of quiet beauty of cities in the early morning and the potential of alcohol-free nightlife to create inclusive tourism experiences is immense, tourism boards and experience creators should take notice. -Rafat Ali Read more ›

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Rashaad Jorden @ Skift · 12/05/2024 05:04 EDT

Booking’s Layoffs, Hyatt’s Boutique Strategy and Junk Fees on Trial

Today's podcast looks at Booking Holding's B2B changes, Hyatt's unique branding strategy, and junk fees and the U.S. Senate. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›

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Peden Doma Bhutia @ Skift · 12/05/2024 00:48 EDT

Taiwan’s KKday Raises $70 Million: What’s Next for This Travel Experiences Platform?

KKday’s latest funding is more than just a financial boost — it is a testament to the growing power of the experiences sector, which is transforming how travelers engage with and enjoy destinations. -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more ›

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Bulbul Dhawan @ Skift · 12/04/2024 23:00 EDT

Indian Carriers to Reduce Losses Through Pricing Power and Stronger Traffic — India Report

The reduction in losses is expected despite increase in costs related to fuel and grounded fleet, as domestic air passenger traffic surges. -Bulbul Dhawan Read more ›

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Dennis Schaal @ Skift · 12/04/2024 15:01 EDT

Booking Holdings Laid Off 60 Employees at B2B Arm as It Resets Priorities

As Booking Holdings resets its investment priorities in the AI era, its business-to-business services, which Expedia has far outpaced, won't likely be high on the list. What's next? -Dennis Schaal Read more ›

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Meghna Maharishi @ Skift · 12/04/2024 14:00 EDT

Senators Grill Airline Executives Over Junk Fees

In a hearing that became heated, senators expressed frustration that executives wouldn’t reveal what determines the ancillary fees. -Meghna Maharishi Read more ›

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Gordon Smith @ Skift · 12/04/2024 13:06 EDT

Air Canada Toughens Bag and Seat Rules for Basic Economy Travelers

The Canadian flag carrier is doubling down on restrictions for basic economy fares while making modest enhancements to its economy comfort offerings. It's a delicate move that could damage its value proposition. -Gordon Smith Read more ›

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Bulbul Dhawan @ Skift · 12/04/2024 12:53 EDT

Simpler Visas, Direct Flights: South Africa Ramps Up Efforts to Get Indian Tourists

India is a key source market that South Africa wants to attract. But it will need to work hard to be able to get Indian travelers, who are now getting visa waivers from countries nearby. -Bulbul Dhawan Read more ›

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Sean O'Neill @ Skift · 12/04/2024 12:42 EDT

Hyatt Exec Explains Soft Brand Strategy With Boutique Luxury Hotels

One of Hyatt's many business models is to take indie luxury hotels that pride themselves on being boutique-y, providing them the benefits of Hyatt (distribution! marketing! operational support!) and then downplaying any sign of corporate involvement in the eyes of guests. So far, it's working. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›

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Meghna Maharishi @ Skift · 12/04/2024 09:18 EDT

JetBlue Sees More Post-Election Travel Than Expected

The low-cost carrier said it expected less of an impact to its revenue after bookings for November and December beat prior projections. -Meghna Maharishi Read more ›

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Peden Doma Bhutia @ Skift · 12/04/2024 05:39 EDT

What Oyo’s ‘Company-Serviced’ Hotels Reveal About Its Brand Reset

Long criticized for mismanagement, Oyo is flipping the script with its company-serviced hotels, focusing on quality and consistency. This shift is a big deal for the brand and could set the stage for its much-anticipated IPO. -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more ›

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Rashaad Jorden @ Skift · 12/04/2024 05:20 EDT

Marriott’s Luxury Push, Airbnb’s UK Expansion and Amtrak’s Record

Today's podcast looks at Marriott's luxury expansion, Airbnb's legit apartment push in London, and Amtrak's growth. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›

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Bulbul Dhawan @ Skift · 12/03/2024 23:00 EDT

Saudia’s Big Push to Bring 7.5 Million Indians to Saudi Arabia by 2030

Saudi Arabia's flag carrier is ramping up operations in India to support the kingdom's ambitious tourism goals. The real test will be how it competes with already popular Middle Eastern airlines. -Bulbul Dhawan Read more ›

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Dennis Schaal @ Skift 3 place · 12/03/2024 16:20 EDT

Airbnb Friendly Apartments Program Expands to UK Despite ‘Low’ Tenant Adoption

With its Airbnb-friendly programs for apartments and condos, the short-term rental giant is expanding into markets that were once forbidden. Risks include whether landlords will continue to be enthusiastic and how other residents feel. -Dennis Schaal Read more ›

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Sean O'Neill @ Skift 3 place · 12/03/2024 11:56 EDT

Marriott Luxury Hotel Push Targets Wealth Transfer to Millennials and Gen Z

Marriott sees an opportunity to tap into luxury travel spending by millennials and Gen Z, expected to inherit tens of trillions of dollars worldwide over the next couple of decades. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›

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Meghna Maharishi @ Skift 3 place · 12/03/2024 10:23 EDT

First Class on Frontier? Carrier Makes Big Push to Lure More High-Spend Travelers

First class seats will soon be available on Frontier flights as the carrier looks to boost its revenues amid high consumer demand for premium products. -Meghna Maharishi Read more ›

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Sean O'Neill @ Skift · 12/03/2024 10:00 EDT

Amtrak Posts Record Ridership – Can it Double by 2040?

Amtrak runs some very long routes, like the California Zephyr, but most people don't actually use them to go across the country. Instead, they use them for shorter trips, like visiting their aunt in the next state over. Amtrak is planning its growth around this. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›

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Rashaad Jorden @ Skift · 12/03/2024 04:22 EDT

Travel Tech Leaders’ Hopes, TSA’s Big Sunday and Saudi’s Sports Push

Today's podcast looks at travel tech's Trump predictions, the TSA's big weekend, and Saudi Arabia's cricket tourism. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›

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Peden Doma Bhutia @ Skift 2 place · 12/03/2024 04:15 EDT

How Millennials and Gen Z Are Shaping India’s Travel Trends

Curious about the future of travel or how digital ecosystems are shaping it? Wondering how to keep the brand agile in a fiercely competitive market? It all starts with understanding how Gen Z and millennials travel. -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more ›

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Gordon Smith @ Skift · 12/03/2024 02:27 EDT

Qatar Airways Debuts Quirky New Safety Video with Kevin Hart

This big budget safety video from Qatar Airways is likely to reignite a long-running industry debate: What is the right balance between passenger engagement and clarity of messaging? -Gordon Smith Read more ›

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