The CEO of Air New Zealand has pushed back on suggestions that the airlineâs headline-grabbing premium products are difficult to justify at a time of mounting losses and cost cuts. âThese projects for us, theyâre not vanity projects, theyâre existential,â Nikhil Ravishankar told Skift on the sidelines of the IATA Annual General Meeting in Rio [âŠ] Read more âș
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Chinese tourism, both inbound and outbound, remains far below pre-Covid levels. Despite recent gains, China has significant ground to recover in its travel sector. -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more âș
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Running a profitable airline in the U.S. is increasingly about loyalty, not just logistics. All of the âBig Threeâ lean heavily on frequent flyer programs and co-branded credit cards to help drive revenue - but who came out on top in Q2? -Gordon Smith Read more âș
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Today's podcast looks at hotels' new business travel workaround, Viking's strong path to 2025, and industry accommodations for a boom in smaller-scale meetings and events. -Rashaad Jorden Read more âș
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Hotel chains are quietly planning to shift their distribution strategies, aiming to bypass traditional intermediaries and boost direct bookings from corporate travel buyers. But with billions at stake, expect fights from legacy players. -Sean O'Neill Read more âș
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While other travel brands say they see signs of a slowdown, Viking executives see a boom and no signs travelers want to cutback on cruises. -Dawit Habtemariam Read more âș
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Hotels have been warning of soft demand in general, but when it comes to meetings and events, it's "very, very strong" (to quote Hilton's CEO). One travel management firm told us they've doubled staff to capture the business. -Lex Haris Read more âș
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Steve Singh is continuing to build and fund an ecosystem that he hopes will bring about a more high-tech experience for the next generation of business travel. Otto will have to work out the rough edges of other AI trip planners to date. -Justin Dawes Read more âș
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While many developers view disability access as a regulatory requirement, Red Sea Global is tapping into its economic and social potential by creating inclusive experiences to capture a growing market. -Red Sea Global Read more âș
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First class has been 'retiring' from international routes across the industry, Oman Air is the latest, despite its regional neighbors doubling down on the segment. -Josh Corder Read more âș
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Social media isnât all fun and games. Thereâs serious money to be made, and Klook is buying into the trend with its latest TikTok tie-up. Klook's message is clear: Come for the video, stay for the tour! -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more âș
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Today's podcast looks at who's winning the hotel loyalty race, who VRBO is targeting in its latest ads, and how Visit Florida's website change will affect its relationship with the LGBTQ community. -Rashaad Jorden Read more âș
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India's hotel industry has gaps and enough potential to warrant significant growth over the next few years. But whether the players will be able to capitalize is a different question altogether. -Bulbul Dhawan Read more âș
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Marriott leads in the competition for the largest membership in a hotel loyalty program, with over 210 members. But its rivals are hot on its heels. -Sean O'Neill Read more âș
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While Vrbo's new ad campaign to attract hosts doesn't mention its competitor Airbnb by name, Expediaâs smaller short-term rental platform keeps poking at what makes it different from the industry juggernaut. -James Farrell Read more âș
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We donât know why the page was removed and Visit Florida wonât say. But it could hurt already strained relations with the LGBTQ community and it doesnât make sense from a marketing perspective. -Dawit Habtemariam Read more âș
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Timely commissions form a critical foundation for productive partnerships between hotels and travel agencies. Deploying the fastest, most reliable funding methods reduces administrative workloads and banking fees and also improves supplier-vendor relationships. -Onyx CenterSource Read more âș
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As ultra-low-cost carriers like Spirit and Frontier falter, Sun Country has been able to routinely stand out as one of the most profitable airlines in the U.S. -Meghna Maharishi Read more âș
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IndiGo got big as a budget airline. But Indians are increasingly willing to spend on luxury and the airline is going where the money is. -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more âș
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Today's podcast looks at Hyattâs purchased of Standard, what new loyalty branding deals look like, and Shakiraâs role pitching Despegar. -Rashaad Jorden Read more âș
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Wynn Al Marjan Island is on its second president, and that's before its opening three years from now. Leading the hotel now is a steady hand from Las Vegas. -Josh Corder Read more âș
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