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Clara Awuse @ Skift · 03/24/2025 11:33 EDT

Amex GBT and CWT Extend Merger Deadline Because of DOJ Lawsuit

Another deadline extension and a reduced valuation. The Amex GBT–CWT mega is proceeding in slow motion because of regulatory scrutiny. -Clara Awuse Read more ›

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Meghna Maharishi @ Skift · 03/24/2025 10:12 EDT

United Airlines Raises Credit Card and Lounge Fees: Here’s What to Know

The changes come as United has seen an uptick in revenue from co-branded credit cards and lounge memberships. -Meghna Maharishi Read more ›

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Wunderkind + Skift @ Skift · 03/24/2025 09:00 EDT

How Identity Resolution Unlocks Hidden Travel Marketing Revenue

With up to 95% of website visitors remaining anonymous, travel brands are leaving revenue on the table. Identity resolution helps recognize and convert these users, enabling better personalization, stronger engagement, and higher conversion rates. -Wunderkind + Skift Read more ›

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Peden Doma Bhutia @ Skift · 03/24/2025 04:31 EDT

Oyo's Premium Leap: 100 Sunday Hotels by Fiscal 2026

Oyo through its premium push is making sure that no tourism dollar slips through its fingers — whether spent in India or abroad. -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more ›

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Lex Haris @ Skift 1 place · 03/22/2025 13:28 EDT

U.S. Allies Add Warnings for Travel to America

The updated advisories and media reports of mistreatment will contribute to a perception that the U.S. is less welcoming. Eventually that shows up in lower numbers of inbound tourism.    -Lex Haris Read more ›

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Peden Doma Bhutia @ Skift 1 place · 03/22/2025 00:32 EDT

Visitors Aren't Coming to India: What the Travel Industry Wants Now

With a $30 trillion economy goal by 2047, India needs more than just tourists, it needs high-value travelers, and that starts with a bold, well-funded tourism push. -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more ›

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Sean O'Neill @ Skift 2 place · 03/21/2025 16:50 EDT

Disney CEO Defends Park Pricing, Unveils New Tech, and Plans 7 More Cruise Ships

Disney is spending $30 billion to expand its theme parks and cruise line in part to keep prices in check and avoid discounting. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›

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Justin Dawes @ Skift 2 place · 03/21/2025 15:14 EDT

OpenAI Engineer Talks Travel and Working with Booking.com

Users are becoming more likely to use AI during the trip planning process, but it'll take more time before they're comfortable with AI taking control from start to finish. -Justin Dawes Read more ›

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Jade Wilson @ Skift 3 place · 03/21/2025 13:21 EDT

U.S. National Parks Can Bring Back 1,000 Fired Employees

It’s the latest update to an ongoing saga of staffing and other issues faced by Parks since President Trump’s inauguration. -Jade Wilson Read more ›

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Sean O'Neill @ Skift 3 place · 03/21/2025 12:32 EDT

Carnival Raises Outlook Despite Uncertainty: Onboard Spending 'Hasn't Slowed Down'

While airlines are nervously watching their bookings, cruise giant Carnival is upgrading its forecasts thanks to strong reservations and increases in on-board spending by guests. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›

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Sean O'Neill @ Skift 2 place · 03/21/2025 10:39 EDT

Recession Watch for Travel? These Hotel Insiders Don’t See it (Yet)

U.S. hotel executives say they're maintaining cautious optimism while vigilantly monitoring shifts in consumer confidence, government spending, and regional demand patterns. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›

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Peden Doma Bhutia @ Skift · 03/21/2025 03:33 EDT

London Heathrow Airport Closed: What We Know So Far

As one of the world's busiest international airports, the full-day closure of Heathrow will have a global impact. -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more ›

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Rashaad Jorden @ Skift · 03/21/2025 02:37 EDT

London Heathrow's Closure, Accor's Loyalty Milestone and Airbnb's Chinese Travelers

Today's podcast looks at London's airport mess, Accor's loyalty expansion, and Airbnb's Chinese strategy. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›

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Jade Wilson @ Skift 2 place · 03/20/2025 14:56 EDT

It's unclear at this point whether recent incidents will impact on the number of Germans visiting the U.S. this year, but Germany is updating its travel advice for citizens going to the U.S. -Jade Wilson Read more ›

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Luke Martin @ Skift 2 place · 03/20/2025 13:22 EDT

Accor’s Loyalty Program Hits 100 Million Members: See Where it Ranks vs. Marriott and Hilton

Accor's ALL loyalty program has achieved a notable milestone, but faces challenges in competing with industry giants due to its smaller hotel footprint and a differing focus on experiences. -Luke Martin Read more ›

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Dennis Schaal @ Skift 3 place · 03/20/2025 12:23 EDT

European Commission Finds Google Favors Its Own Travel Listings, Violates Competition Rules

Skift has been arguing for more than a decade that Google creates an anti-competitive playing field by self-preferencing its own travel businesses over those of competitors. The European Commission's wheels are turning very slowly. -Dennis Schaal Read more ›

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Rashaad Jorden @ Skift · 03/20/2025 11:02 EDT

Unlocking the Secrets of Travel Rewards and Loyalty – Skift Travel Podcast

Travel loyalty programs have evolved significantly since their launch several decades ago, and this episode of the Skift Travel Podcast takes a look at how travel brands are using them to boost revenue. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›

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Christine Mao @ Skift 2 place · 03/20/2025 10:47 EDT

Airbnb Stopped Listing in China - But it Still Wants Chinese Travelers

Airbnb may have exited China’s domestic market, but it hasn’t walked away from Chinese travelers. -Christine Mao Read more ›

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Varsha Arora @ Skift · 03/20/2025 09:01 EDT

What’s Holding Back Tourism to India – and How to Fix It

India has the potential to be a global tourism powerhouse, but overcoming perception gaps, infrastructure challenges, and visa barriers is key to unlocking long-term growth. -Varsha Arora Read more ›

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Rashaad Jorden @ Skift · 03/20/2025 04:26 EDT

Airbnb’s Annoyance, Sonesta's Strength and IHG's Net Zero Hotel

On today’s briefing we discuss Vrbo needling Airbnb with new billboards, Sonesta’s upbeat take on its opportunities, and IHG’s new net-zero hotel in the UK. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›

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