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Dennis Schaal @ Skift 3 place · 03/26/2025 09:30 EDT

Exclusive: HotelTonight Launches Airbnb's First Discount Program

Could this Airbnb-HotelTonight collaboration portend greater integration between the two and even signal the start of an Airbnb loyalty program? -Dennis Schaal Read more ›

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Rashaad Jorden @ Skift · 03/26/2025 05:36 EDT

Travel Spending Optimism, Eurostar's U.S. Traveler Boom and Singapore's Lady Gaga Boost

On today’s podcast, we talk about travelers spending more money, Eurostar seeing more Americans, and Lady Gaga‘s impact on Singapore tourism. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›

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Peden Doma Bhutia @ Skift 3 place · 03/26/2025 05:14 EDT

Thailand Already Has a China Problem And Casinos Might Make It Worse

To gamble or not to gamble, that's Thailand's dilemma. Integrated resorts could boost revenue, but there's also the risk of losing Chinese tourists, a market already shrinking over safety worries. -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more ›

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Bulbul Dhawan @ Skift · 03/25/2025 23:00 EDT

Singapore Eyes Bigger Share of India’s Outbound Tourism

As India's outbound tourism increases, Singapore is looking to increase its share. However, it has now trained its eyes on high-yield travelers as well with its new focused partnership. -Bulbul Dhawan Read more ›

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Camille Wagner @ Skift · 03/25/2025 22:00 EDT

Skift Asia Forum: Travel Leaders Confirmed for Region’s Premier Conference

As Asia powers the global travel rebound, Skift Asia Forum cuts through the noise with the voices and insights that matter most — the region’s next wave of growth starts in Bangkok. -Camille Wagner Read more ›

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Sean O'Neill @ Skift 3 place · 03/25/2025 17:52 EDT

TUI's Investor Day: 6 Things to Know About Its Strategic Overhaul

TUI's ambition to reinvent itself as a "global curated leisure marketplace" that sells travel a la carte as much as in packages deserves credit for its scope. But it will be a tough trick to pull off. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›

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Justin Dawes @ Skift 3 place · 03/25/2025 17:08 EDT

Booking.com and AI, Now vs. 2023: Tech Chief Explains What’s Changed, What's Next

Users may not rely on AI to plan a trip from start to finish, but they’re becoming more likely to consult it at some point during the process.  -Justin Dawes Read more ›

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Gordon Smith @ Skift · 03/25/2025 14:05 EDT

Exclusive: U.S. Outbound Travel is 'Booming,' Says Eurostar CEO

Shaking off speculation that U.S. consumers are traveling less, Eurostar CEO Gwendoline Cazenave shares exclusive data pointing to a strong summer for overseas spending. -Gordon Smith Read more ›

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Lex Haris @ Skift · 03/25/2025 11:18 EDT

Consumers Plan to Spend More on Travel and Vacations Despite ‘Gloomy’ Sentiment

Ask people if they’re anxious and they’ll say ‘yes.’ But the data shows they keep spending. -Lex Haris Read more ›

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Jade Wilson @ Skift · 03/25/2025 09:38 EDT

France Joins Nations Alerting Travelers to U.S. 'Sex at Birth' Visa Rules

France has now joined several other nations in warning travelers with non-binary gender markers about potential entry issues following a Trump order recognizing only two genders. -Jade Wilson Read more ›

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Global Hotel Alliance + Skift @ Skift · 03/25/2025 09:22 EDT

India’s luxury hospitality boom presents huge global potential. In this talk, the CEOs of Global Hotel Alliance and The Leela Palaces explain why hotels must deliver hyper-personalized, immersive experiences and leverage strategic alliances to build lasting loyalty and cut costly dependence on OTAs. -Global Hotel Alliance + Skift Read more ›

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Robin Gilbert-Jones @ Skift · 03/25/2025 09:11 EDT

How 'Live Tourism' Events Can Drive Business for Hotels

The ongoing live tourism boom provides compelling opportunities for hotels to maximize revenue by boosting average daily rates, extending stays, increasing guest volumes, and building long-term growth and loyalty. -Robin Gilbert-Jones Read more ›

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Luke Martin @ Skift 3 place · 03/25/2025 06:31 EDT

U.S. Hotels See Occupancy Hit, Tariffs and Border Policies Can Have 'Chilling Effect'

New travel advisories and border policies may create a "chilling effect" on U.S. hotel occupancy. Border regions already show declines. -Luke Martin Read more ›

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Peden Doma Bhutia @ Skift 2 place · 03/25/2025 05:55 EDT

Will Lady Gaga's Singapore Concert Match the Taylor Swift Effect?

With live tourism booming, can Lady Gaga "Just Dance" her way to replicating Taylor Swift's tour magic? -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more ›

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Rashaad Jorden @ Skift 2 place · 03/25/2025 05:22 EDT

United's New Fees, Marriott's Branded Residences and Minor Hotels' Masterbrand

On today’s podcast we explain United Airlines new fees for credit cards and lounges, Marriott’s strength on the residential front, and Minor Hotel’s big rebrand. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›

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Bulbul Dhawan @ Skift · 03/24/2025 23:00 EDT

Why Ibis Is Betting Big on Indian Metros as Competitors Turn to Smaller Cities

As Ibis India is on its way to meet its initial pipeline target, it is reluctant to move away from its micro markets-focused strategy. The fact that it does not require large land parcels for hotels lends further edge for expansion in land-strapped metros and Tier-1 markets. -Bulbul Dhawan Read more ›

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Debbie Carlson @ Skift · 03/24/2025 18:01 EDT

How Marriott Is Defending its Lead in Branded Residences

If you've ever stayed at a hotel and thought "I wish I could just live here," well, you're not alone. Marriott says its sales of branded residences are booming. -Debbie Carlson Read more ›

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Rashaad Jorden @ Skift 3 place · 03/24/2025 14:51 EDT

Japan's Mount Fuji to Hike Entry Fees

Japanese officials believe they're taking steps to better manage visitor numbers at Mount Fuji. For now, Japan's tourism boom is showing no signs of slowing down. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›

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Sean O'Neill @ Skift · 03/24/2025 14:43 EDT

Minor Hotels to Unveil Masterbrand and Unify 8 Chains on One App

Thailand's Minor Hotels is tired of running eight different hotel apps, and customers are tired of downloading them. Moving to an umbrella brand makes sense. The company can consolidate its tech, better recognize its most loyal customers, and drive more direct bookings. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›

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Colin Nagy @ Skift · 03/24/2025 14:03 EDT

Aero's Luxury Bet: Is Premium Service the Right Play for Semi-Private Aviation?

Aero sees a business opportunity in the space between first class and entry level private aviation. They are leaning into high touch hospitality to court their market segment but it comes at a cost to the operating model. -Colin Nagy Read more ›

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