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Skift @ Skift · 05/30/2024 00:42 EDT

China’s Golden Week Travel Signals a Revival. Plus, Why U.S. Travel Is Still Lagging

China’s outbound travel is coming back, driven by favorable visa policies, increased airline capacity, and a growing interest in diverse global destinations. However, challenges remain, particularly in travel to the U.S. -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more

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Skift @ Skift · 05/29/2024 23:00 EDT

What International Travelers Want In India: 4 Boutique Hotels Weigh in – India Report

From 'Wed in India' and hosting the G20 Summit to high-end convention centers, India has been upping its efforts to attract international tourists. But what are these travelers looking for? We reached out to luxury boutique hotels to find out. -Bulbul Dhawan Read more

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Skift @ Skift · 05/29/2024 15:23 EDT

American Airlines Backtracks, Will Allow Travel Agency Customers to Keep Earning Miles

American Airlines tried to drag an entrenched industry toward the airline's vision of a more productive distribution future. But the financial hit stung. -Dennis Schaal Read more

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Skift @ Skift · 05/29/2024 15:11 EDT

Viking Cruises Earnings: Bets on 55+ Demo, Cuts Debt, Vague on Forecasts

Viking, the only pure-play luxury cruise line, has reported its first quarterly earnings since it went public. The company is targeting a English-speakers over the age of 55, a demographic with most of the wealth and a broad eagerness to travel. -Sean O'Neill Read more

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Skift @ Skift 3 place · 05/29/2024 11:57 EDT

One Week Away From Two Consecutive Skift Events in New York City

We are one week out from the inaugural Skift Data + AI Summit (June 4) and the popular Skift Short-Term Rental Summit (June 5) happening back-to-back. Here is what to expect. -Nicole Meyer Read more

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Skift @ Skift 2 place · 05/29/2024 11:39 EDT

American Airlines CEO Admits ‘We’ve Dug Ourselves a Hole’

Robert Isom had warm words for Vasu Raja, the airline’s outgoing chief commercial officer, but hinted that it was time for him to go. -Gordon Smith Read more

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Skift @ Skift · 05/29/2024 10:00 EDT

How Southwest Business Is Simplifying Corporate Air Travel Management

As business travel approaches pre-pandemic levels, Southwest Business is streamlining corporate air travel management. By enhancing booking systems, introducing a self-service portal, and maintaining dedicated support, Southwest aims to ensure flexibility and efficiency for travel managers and travelers alike. -Southwest Business Read more

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Skift @ Skift · 05/29/2024 08:46 EDT

Post-World Cup, Qatar’s Tourism Industry Is Relying on Spikes, Surges and Mega Events

Qatar's tourism numbers are growing, but so is the country's reliance on events and conferences. -Josh Corder Read more

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Skift @ Skift · 05/29/2024 05:36 EDT

Oyo’s IPO Pause and IndiGo’s Business Class

On this week's podcast, our India-based editors look at IndiGo's new business class offering and discuss the latest on Oyo's IPO plans. -Jason Clampet Read more

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Skift @ Skift · 05/29/2024 02:43 EDT

Google’s AI Travel Tools, NYC’s Room Crunch and Air France’s Olympics Lounge

Today's podcast looks at Google's AI travel tools, New York City's room crunch, and an Olympics-aimed airport lounge. -Rashaad Jorden Read more

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Skift @ Skift · 05/28/2024 23:00 EDT

Indian Travelers Looking at Airlines, Hotels to Boost Sustainability – India Report

Indians are being more mindful of the impact of their journeys on the environment – and it is changing the way they live their everyday lives, according to a report from Booking.com. We look at some of the steps the government and industry are taking in response. -Bulbul Dhawan Read more

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Skift @ Skift 2 place · 05/28/2024 17:42 EDT

American Airlines Cuts Outlook, Chief Commercial Officer Vasu Raja to Exit

Raja's departure comes as the airline has struggled to gain ground on its two major competitors. -Gordon Smith Read more

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Skift @ Skift · 05/28/2024 16:59 EDT

Booking Holdings CEO Glenn Fogel Was the Highest-Paid Travel Boss in the S&P 500

CEO pay versus performance. See who were the highest paid travel bosses and how they scored on total returns for their shareholders. -Dennis Schaal Read more

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Skift @ Skift · 05/28/2024 15:16 EDT

NYC Hotel Rates Soar Amid Airbnb Crackdown and Migrant Policy

New York hotels have faced a price crunch after the city lost about 10% of its travel lodging supply between new restrictions on short-term rentals and a program to convert many hotels into shelter for migrants. -Sean O'Neill Read more

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Skift @ Skift · 05/28/2024 12:03 EDT

Air France Is Opening an Ultra-Exclusive Airport Lounge Ahead of the Olympics: Here’s a Look Inside

While first class airport check-in is nothing new, Air France is preparing to take the concept to the next level. -Gordon Smith Read more

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Skift @ Skift · 05/28/2024 11:47 EDT

Oyo’s Fitch Rating Gets an Upgrade: What Led to the Change

This upgrade is a testament to Oyo's strengthening financial position and the broader positive trends within India's hospitality industry. -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more

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Skift @ Skift · 05/28/2024 09:27 EDT

How Google’s AI Could Change Travel: 4 Projects For Apps, Airlines, and Hotels

Google has made several announcements in recent weeks about how its generative AI model is being used to power next-generation travel technologies. -Justin Dawes Read more

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Skift @ Skift · 05/27/2024 23:00 EDT

Fighting Overtourism: Madhya Pradesh Looks to Introduce Tourist Registration System — India Report

Religious travel is a significant aspect of tourism in India. However, overcrowding at key religious destinations often leads to potential dangerous situations such as stampedes. Uttarakhand has taken its first step to solve this issue, and Madhya Pradesh is now likely to follow. -Bulbul Dhawan Read more

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Skift @ Skift 3 place · 05/27/2024 14:02 EDT

Canadian Competition Watchdog to Examine Airline Industry

The study will investigate what can be done to enhance competition within the country's domestic airline market. -Gordon Smith Read more

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Skift @ Skift 3 place · 05/27/2024 07:33 EDT

Future of Airports in India: DigiYatra for International Travel, Coming Soon

Turning international travel into “a walk in the park” may take time, but wouldn't it be nice to skip those endless queues at airport gates, airline counters, immigration, and security checks? DigiYatra has made domestic travel a smoother ride. If rolled out for international travel, we could all breathe a little easier! -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more

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