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Skift @ Skift · 12/19/2023 18:12 EDT

Iceland Volcano: Travel Firms Pivot to Sky Lagoon After Blue Lagoon Closure

Sky Lagoon is receiving new attention from tour operators as an alternative to the Blue Lagoon, a temporarily closed major attraction. -Dawit Habtemariam Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift 3 place · 12/19/2023 17:46 EDT

Why Iceland’s Latest Eruption is More Flight-Friendly Than 2010’s Ash Cloud Chaos

While the volcanic eruption in Iceland’s Reykjanes isn't impacting air travel, volcanic ash has the ability to destroy an aircraft. -Meghna Maharishi Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift 3 place · 12/19/2023 13:26 EDT

Iceland Volcano Eruption FAQ: What  Travelers Need to Know

Iceland is safe and the volcano's impact has been minimal. -Dawit Habtemariam Read more ›

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Ajay Awtaney, Skift @ Skift 3 place · 12/19/2023 12:52 EDT

Lufthansa Group And EasyJet Go Shopping For Over 230 Aircraft

European carriers announced large orders before wrapping up for the holidays. -Lex Haris Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift 3 place · 12/19/2023 12:00 EDT

Uber for Business Automates Receipt Uploading for Some Clients

Automating travel and expense reporting is a trend in business travel. This Uber for Business feature just launched so its adoption will depend on how well it actually works. -Dennis Schaal Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift 3 place · 12/19/2023 08:19 EDT

EbixCash Says Parent Company’s Bankruptcy Won’t Affect Operations

While it's business as usual for EbixCash, it remains to seen if this will further delay the company's IPO launch. -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 12/19/2023 04:12 EDT

Southwest Airlines’ Meltdown Fine

Today's podcast looks at Southwest’s huge fine, visa free travel, and solo married travelers. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 12/19/2023 02:05 EDT

India’s SpiceJet Confirms Bid to Acquire Bankrupt Carrier GoFirst

SpiceJet's bid to acquire GoFirst signals a strategic move to strengthen its market position. However, the carrier's own operational and financial hurdles may pose integration challenges. -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more ›

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Ashvita Singh, Skift @ Skift · 12/18/2023 23:00 EDT

Vietnam Was Most Googled Tourist Destination for Indians in 2023: India Report

After a three-year hiatus due to the pandemic, this renewed enthusiasm for global exploration signifies a triumphant comeback for travel enthusiasts. -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 12/18/2023 18:27 EDT

U.S. Passport Wait Times Return to Normal After 2 Years of Lengthy Delays

The return of more normal processing times is critical as Americans travel abroad in massive numbers. -Meghna Maharishi Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift 3 place · 12/18/2023 12:50 EDT

HomeToGo Buys Stake in Two German Companies for $34 Million

HomeToGo's M&A strategy: Focus more on profit, less on synergy. -Srividya Kalyanaraman Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift 3 place · 12/18/2023 11:45 EDT

Ask Skift: How Does Visa-Free Travel Impact Tourism?

More governments are waiving visitor visa requirements to help attract tourists. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift 2 place · 12/18/2023 10:29 EDT

Married Yet Solo: More Women Are Traveling Without Their Plus-Ones

A growing trend of married older women traveling solo points to a broader societal shift of lifestyle choices as travel companies adapt to this diverse demographic with tailored and safe experiences. -Selene Brophy Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 12/18/2023 10:03 EDT

Southwest Hit With $140 Million Fine Over 2022 Holiday Meltdown

The fine is the latest in a string of DOT actions to hold the airline industry more accountable for consumer-protection violations. -Meghna Maharishi Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 12/18/2023 10:00 EDT

Video Interview: Rethinking Loyalty in the Age of AI

In this video interview, Jason Perocho, vice president of product marketing at Amperity, discussed highlights from a new research report that explores how generative AI can help travel and hospitality companies put their customer data to its highest and best use, enabling them to earn loyalty in the new era of travel. -Amperity Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 12/18/2023 08:39 EDT

Hawaii Governor Wants to Convert 3,000 Short-Term Rentals for Wildfire Survivors

Tax incentives, pleas, requests and even emergency orders — Hawaiian residents will have housing one way or another. -Srividya Kalyanaraman Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift 2 place · 12/18/2023 07:27 EDT

Wyndham Tells Shareholders to Reject Choice’s Takeover Bid

How many times can Choice court Wyndham and Wyndham's management say no? We are destined to find out through 2024. If a merger does somehow happen, Wyndham's repeated claims that the deal would face antitrust scrutiny almost invites the scrutiny. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift 2 place · 12/17/2023 09:00 EDT

Inside Minor Hotels’ Global Expansion

Minor Hotels has an aggressive growth strategy to expand by 2025. Details about the company's strategy reveal a lot about bigger-picture trends in the hotel sector. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›

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