Airbnb is eager to branch out into other sectors of the travel, and we discuss its plans in this episode of the Skift Travel Podcast — as well as the challenges it faces. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›
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Ryanair approved a handful of online travel agency partners, and it's verifying the details booking by booking. -Dennis Schaal Read more ›
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The most inspiring trends we’ve picked up on have nothing to do with hyper-glitz. There’s a lot happening right now from visionaries executing with integrity. -Lex Haris Read more ›
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To effectively engage travelers globally, travel brands must recognize and address regional preferences in their booking platforms that allow them to be scalable yet flexible enough to adapt. -Rocket Travel by Agoda Read more ›
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India's travel and tourism sector is witnessing a boom. But making the most of it will need smart ideas and investments. The next few years will show how well global and local companies can seize this chance. -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more ›
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Today's podcast looks at a Labor Day travel boom, using AI to support business travel, and a surge in Middle East tourism. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›
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China’s population is aging fast, but these seniors aren’t slowing down—they’re leveling up their travel game and spending big on mid- to high-end trips. Companies like Trip.com are taking note. As more seniors chase unique, quality experiences, you can bet other travel companies will want a piece of the action too. -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more ›
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Travel is growing between India and the U.S. but there is a lot of room for growth. The key will be knocking down barriers and making travel easier. -Bulbul Dhawan Read more ›
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It's no surprise the national parks have a lot of visitors. But growth has been accelerating and parks leaders have been looking for ways to lessen the impact. -Justin Dawes Read more ›
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Some travel companies have been reporting signs of a slowdown. But recent data – from AAA, the TSA and now, short-term rental bookings – suggest a strong holiday weekend. -Dawit Habtemariam Read more ›
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The world’s largest travel-management company is using AI to read and respond to trip requests via emails. The goal is to free up human agents for more critical tasks, like perhaps explaining to executives why they can't expense that "team-building" trip to Vegas. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›
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If you've ever sailed past Niagara Falls or toured a city on a sightseeing bus, you may have thought, "This is nice and all, but I wish there was something more." Tour operator Hornblower plans to fix that. -Jesse Chase-Lubitz Read more ›
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Thailand, Malaysia, China – and now Sri Lanka – are catching on: relaxing travel rules boosts tourism. With Sri Lanka eyeing a jump from 1.49 million visitors last year to 2.5 million this year, easing entry is their big play. -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more ›
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Skift has covered hundreds of travel startup funding rounds over the past few years, and we’ve spoken with numerous founders and investors about the state of venture capital. They all tell a similar story: There’s money to be had, but the bar is much higher now. -Justin Dawes Read more ›
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Cuts to interest rate cuts would inject much-needed momentum into hotel deals and development. It's time to dust off those "When Rates Fall, Hotels Call" t-shirts you've had in the closet. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›
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It’s still early days, but most of the experiments with AI are focused on improving customer service and increasing the efficiency of flight operations. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›
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The pandemic may be in the rearview mirror for hotels and online travel agencies, but the challenges for those sectors are far from over — especially with the threat of a recession still looming. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›
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Choice Hotels has revamped Radisson and Radisson Blu to further solidify its position in the upscale hotel market. The goal? Appeal to a new generation of travelers while honoring its 115-year-old heritage. -Choice Hotels Read more ›
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The Middle East is one of the few regions to already be ahead of 2019 tourism, led by Saudi Arabia's transformation plan. -Josh Corder Read more ›
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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 ›
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Running a profitable airline in the U.S. is increasingly about loyalty, not just logistics. All of the ‘Big Three’ 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 ›
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