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Gordon Smith @ Skift · 06/06/2026 14:40 EDT

Air New Zealand CEO: Economy Bunk Beds Are Not a Vanity Project

The CEO of Air New Zealand has pushed back on suggestions that the airline’s headline-grabbing premium products are difficult to justify at a time of mounting losses and cost cuts. “These projects for us, they’re not vanity projects, they’re existential,” Nikhil Ravishankar told Skift on the sidelines of the IATA Annual General Meeting in Rio […] Read more

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Skift @ Skift 2 place · 11/14/2024 14:10 EDT

AI Could Be an ‘Existential Threat’ to DMOs. How Some Are Getting Ahead of the Curve

Despite initial pushback from DMOs on adopting generative AI, leaders in the sector say it's imperative to move forward. -Justin Dawes Read more

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Skift @ Skift · 11/14/2024 14:03 EDT

Generation Next: Middle East and North Africa’s Rising Female Travel Leaders

Skift is honored to present the latest installment of our Generation Next series – this time dedicated to spotlighting remarkable women leaders shaping travel in the Middle East and North Africa -Sarah Kopit Read more

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Skift @ Skift 3 place · 11/14/2024 10:04 EDT

Indian Arrivals to the U.S. Surge Past 2023 Levels

The U.S. has made progress at issuing visas and attracting these high-spending tourists. -Bulbul Dhawan Read more

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Skift @ Skift · 11/14/2024 10:00 EDT

New Report: 3 Travel Loyalty Strategies for 2025

A new trend report offers actionable strategies to help travel brands do more than increase membership numbers, empowering them to create differentiated programs that will inspire lifetime loyal customers. -Rocket Travel by Agoda Read more

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Skift @ Skift · 11/14/2024 08:44 EDT

Wyndham and Lafayette Square Unveil $100 Million Fund for Diverse Hotel Owners

To expand the pool of hotel owners, it's not enough to provide access to capital. So in a pragmatic move, Wyndham is also providing a kind of support system (think mentorship in operations expertise and facilities management). -Sean O'Neill Read more

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Skift @ Skift · 11/13/2024 23:00 EDT

Where Indians Are Traveling Now – India Report

Last year, India was the fifth-largest source market for Singapore. In 2024, India became second-largest overseas source market for the U.S. and third-largest source for Singapore, showing big gains in short-haul as well as long-haul destinations. -Bulbul Dhawan Read more

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Skift @ Skift 2 place · 11/13/2024 18:03 EDT

5 Takeaways From the Skift Aviation Forum

This week’s Skift Aviation Forum was full of intriguing discussions about the current state of the global airline industry and where it’s headed. -Rashaad Jorden Read more

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Skift @ Skift · 11/13/2024 14:37 EDT

Yatra Focuses on Corporate Travel as Consumer Business Faces Competition

As Yatra looks at ways to workaround competition in its consumer business, the company is continuing to scale its corporate travel segment to drive profitability. -Bulbul Dhawan Read more

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Skift @ Skift 2 place · 11/13/2024 09:00 EDT

Viceroy Bets on Experiences in Overhaul of Luxury Hotel Brand

Viceroy, a collection of hotels and resorts, has rebranded. It now promises to curate luxury experiences that will be consistently top-tier and locally immersive, from Portuguese beekeeping to glassblowing in Los Cabos. -Sean O'Neill Read more

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Skift @ Skift 3 place · 11/13/2024 08:55 EDT

Sphere Entertainment Pushes Multiple Venues ‘At The Same Time’ Despite Losses

James Dolan's Sphere business continues to grow, but as it does, the costs are becoming stratospheric. -Josh Corder Read more

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Skift @ Skift · 11/13/2024 07:57 EDT

Oberoi Parent to Open 9 International Properties by 2029

Oberoi’s expansion plans don't seem random as it targets booming tourism hubs like Saudi Arabia and Egypt that attract luxury travelers. -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more

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Skift @ Skift · 11/12/2024 23:00 EDT

Oberoi Heads to London as Indian Hotels Go Global

Oberoi Hotels' decision to expand to Europe is part of a trend. Indian hotel chains are establishing a presence beyond India to capitalize on their brand value among Indian travelers. -Bulbul Dhawan Read more

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Skift @ Skift 3 place · 11/12/2024 20:09 EDT

Southwest’s Game of Catch-Up: What’s Next After Elliott Settlement?

Southwest had a rough going over the past few months, but CEO Bob Jordan says he has a plan. The Southwest experience may not look too different from other airlines. -Elizabeth Casolo Read more

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Skift @ Skift 1 place · 11/12/2024 18:01 EDT

Spirit Airlines in Advanced Talks Over a Bankruptcy Filing, WSJ Says

The Journal reported that Spirit is looking to bankruptcy after talks with Frontier about reviving a merger broke down. -Meghna Maharishi Read more

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Skift @ Skift · 11/12/2024 16:52 EDT

Apple AirTag Owners Can Soon Share Location Info Directly with Airlines

United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and IAG have all been working with Apple on how to incorporate the tech into their baggage tracking strategies. -Justin Dawes Read more

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Skift @ Skift · 11/12/2024 15:58 EDT

The Problem With Travel Brand Marketing – And How To Fix It

An obsession with prestige can obscure the declining value of traditional media. Travel brands need to re-evaluate their comms and marketing strategies. -Lex Haris Read more

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Skift @ Skift · 11/12/2024 15:29 EDT

Why the New JetBlue Is an East Coast Leisure Airline

Airlines can have identity crises. As it tries to get back to profitability, JetBlue thinks it knows who it is. -Dennis Schaal Read more

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Skift @ Skift · 11/12/2024 13:46 EDT

Flight Attendants Union Sees Opening at Delta: Labor Fight’s Next Phase

Delta's non-unionized flight attendants could make another push to organize "in a few months," said Sara Nelson, head of a 55,000-member union. Nelson cited broader public support for labor as one driver of change. -Sean O'Neill Read more

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Skift @ Skift 1 place · 11/12/2024 13:12 EDT

American Airlines on Path Toward Recovery After Failed Direct Bookings Strategy, CEO Says

American Airlines is going to continue rethinking how its distribution strategy looks in the future. -Justin Dawes Read more

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Skift @ Skift · 11/12/2024 06:06 EDT

Cox & Kings’ India Brand Returns Under New Owner

As Cox & Kings re-enters a competitive, technology-driven market, the brand faces the challenge of regaining customer trust while appealing to a new generation of travelers. The big question: Can Wilson & Hughes breathe new life into a legacy brand? -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more

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