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Rashaad Jorden @ Skift 1 place · 03/27/2026 15:32 EDT

War, Shutdowns, Fuel Shocks: Travel’s Most Brutal Month in Years

From Dubai to Delhi to several U.S. cities, March revealed how quickly the whole system can break down. Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 06/26/2024 09:49 EDT

Indian and Middle Eastern Carriers Boost Connectivity to Tap India’s Outbound Potential

Indian travelers are looking at Middle East for short-haul trips. Airlines from India and the region are in a race to attract them. -Bulbul Dhawan Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 06/26/2024 09:00 EDT

Fetcherr Raises $25 Million to Help Airlines Create Fares You’ll Want to Book

What does it take to get passengers to click that airline "book" button? Fletcherr claims its AI-infused tech is helping airlines get better at it. -Dennis Schaal Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift 1 place · 06/26/2024 07:33 EDT

Southwest Cuts Financial Outlook, Blames Revenue Management ‘Complexities’

Southwest's cut in revenue guidance for the current quarter comes just three weeks after a vocal activist investor called for big changes at the airline. -Gordon Smith Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 06/26/2024 04:36 EDT

U.S. Hotels’ Performance, Lufthansa’s Carbon Surcharge and Oslo’s Offbeat Ad

Today's podcast looks at U.S. hotel trends, Lufthansa's new carbon fees, and Oslo's sardonic tourism ad. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 06/26/2024 02:30 EDT

Vitruvian Partners Ups Stake in Civitatis by $50 Million in Travel Experiences Bet

Vitruvian Partners' additional $50 million investment in Civitatis underscores the company's appeal as a niche marketplace. The company plans to use the funds to solidify its leadership in Latin America. -Jesse Chase-Lubitz Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 06/25/2024 23:00 EDT

Indian Fintech Player Paytm Partners With Skyscanner, Google Flights, Wego – India Report

Paytm's move to expand its travel offerings comes after it recorded a successful quarter for flight bookings. Initially started as a financial services company, Paytm has been enhancing its offerings to increase its revenue streams. -Bulbul Dhawan Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 06/25/2024 16:53 EDT

U.S. Hotel Performance Split: Luxury Hotels Rise as Low-End Brands Slump

Today's economic pressures are impacting consumers differently across income levels. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 06/25/2024 14:01 EDT

IHG’s Chief Tech Officer Shares ‘Missteps’ and Lessons Learned

There were dozens of people waiting in line to speak with Dan Blanchard after his hour-long HITEC presentation, half of which was an audience Q&A. He has learned a lot over his four years as chief tech officer for IHG, and people were clearly interested in hearing about it. -Justin Dawes Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 06/25/2024 12:53 EDT

Carnival Reports Record Cruise Bookings for 2025

Carnival is riding a global wave of consumer interest in cruise experiences. The company doesn't see any signs of a slowdown. -Dawit Habtemariam Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 06/25/2024 12:31 EDT

Where Are the Women in Aviation? Skift Travel Podcast

Women have struggled to occupy leadership roles in the aviation industry, and we discuss the reasons why and what airlines are doing to reverse the gender gap in this episode of the Skift Travel Podcast. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 06/25/2024 11:34 EDT

Lufthansa Says it Can’t Afford New Eco Laws. It’s Adding Up to €72 to Airfares

Most short-haul passengers will pay just a few extra euro, but the priciest tickets will see an added fee of up to €72 -Gordon Smith Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift 3 place · 06/25/2024 09:53 EDT

Visit Oslo’s New Ad Goes Viral Asking: ‘Is it Even a City?’

Oslo doesn't take the typical smiling local approach in its new tourism ad. It instead uses dry Nordic humor to promote Oslo's unique appeal. -Dawit Habtemariam Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 06/25/2024 09:28 EDT

Is Airbnb Doing Enough to Ban Hate Groups? Airbnb Responds to Whistleblower Claims

The issue of rooting out members of violent groups from Airbnb and other online platforms — and hotels — is as relevant today as when Airbnb adopted its policy in 2018. -Dennis Schaal Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 06/25/2024 09:00 EDT

How Oman Looks to Grow Tourism: No Mega-Hotels Here

As the UAE and Saudi Arabia continue their mega-projects, we look at Oman's 'calmer' approach to tourism. -Josh Corder Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 06/25/2024 08:57 EDT

‘Alexa, Book My Tour’: Viator and Amazon Give Hotels Voice Search for Travel Experiences

This isn't the first time Amazon has tried to bring voice-activated bookings to hotels. But in a collaboration with Viator, guests will be able to book over 300,000 travel experiences directly from their rooms. -Jesse Chase-Lubitz Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 06/25/2024 08:07 EDT

Visiting Thailand? The Government Covers Your Medical Bills for Accidents

No one ever wants anything to go wrong while traveling, but if it does, Thailand has you covered. -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 06/25/2024 08:01 EDT

Airbus Will Deliver Fewer New Planes This Year: Should Airlines be Worried?

Boeing’s recent challenges have seen more airlines switch to Airbus. This could mean delivery delays have a wider operational impact on the industry.  -Gordon Smith Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 06/25/2024 08:00 EDT

Scalp Massages at JFK? Inside Delta’s Premium Lounge Debut

The first Delta One lounge at JFK includes a full-service restaurant, a shoe shining service, massage chairs and other spa treatments. -Meghna Maharishi Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 06/25/2024 06:10 EDT

Goa’s Big Pitch to Remote Workers

Famous for its beaches and parties, Goa is getting a makeover to lure digital nomads. Did someone say all work and no play? Not in Goa! -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 06/25/2024 05:04 EDT

July Fourth Short-Term Rental Bookings Surge on the U.S. Coasts

Today's podcast looks at July Fourth travel, Tourism Portland CEO's record, and inflation's impact on travel. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›

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