Business travel is nearly back – but with an asterisk. Road warriors aren't taking as many trips, longer stays are becoming the norm, and traveler health is a primary focus. So, for those hotels willing to pivot, there’s an opening to snag these lucrative guests. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›
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EasyHotel is eying expansion after years of underwhelming growth. It's now exploring new financing options to support its growth and courting new investors. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›
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Travel startups announced fundraises over the last week exceeding $400 million. -Justin Dawes Read more ›
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The U.S. business travel recovery has been uneven. New York City? Thriving. San Francisco? Not so much. But the hotel manager giant Highgate sees signs for optimism. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›
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Las Vegas is betting nearly $2 million on Formula 1 tickets to woo airlines and showcase the city’s high-stakes potential. The gamble comes as demand for the race shows signs of faltering. -Dawit Habtemariam Read more ›
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We frequently discuss CEOs in the travel industry, but what is their world really like? And what makes a successful CEO in the travel industry? Erik Blachford discusses that and more in this episde of the Skift Travel Podcast. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›
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Flyr CEO Alex Mans isn't afraid to call out the old guard as he harnesses AI to shake-up the antiquated world of airline technology. -Gordon Smith Read more ›
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As Oyo keeps pushing forward in Europe, snapping up Checkmyguest and its affiliates drives home the company’s determination to carve out a spot in the global vacation rental market. -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more ›
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In an increasingly competitive market, airlines are looking closer to home to help stand out on the international stage. -Gordon Smith Read more ›
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Today's podcast looks at Skift Research's latest mega-report on the state of travel, the marketing battles of Expedia and Booking Holdings, and new goals for Nashville. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›
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If this deals truly helps Despegar better focus on its core services — selling travel — then it would seem to make sense. In the process, Despegar gets leaner. -Dennis Schaal Read more ›
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Nashville’s ambition to host mega events like the Super Bowl and March Madness says that it's ready to step up as a major player. But while the city’s rebranding efforts are attracting more diverse visitors, the real challenge lies in breaking free from its roots, especially with international travelers – Nashville needs to prove it can be more than just the country music capital. -Dawit Habtemariam Read more ›
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Consumers hate junk fees and lawmakers have been slowly cracking down. But businesses are still pushing back. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›
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In 2023, Booking and Expedia spent a combined $13 billion on marketing, with Booking demonstrating better efficiency and global reach. While both still invest heavily in Google, they're shifting towards alternative marketing strategies like price discounting and B2B channels. -Pranavi Agarwal Read more ›
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There's a lot of opportunity for strategic growth investment in travel tech, and Blackstone wants to jump in. -Justin Dawes Read more ›
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Carrie Tharp, vice president of strategic industries for Google Cloud, said in April to expect a lot more AI projects in travel. Here's another. -Justin Dawes Read more ›
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EL AL is doubling down with Boeing as it places the largest single order in the airline's history. -Gordon Smith Read more ›
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Today's podcast looks at how AI may yet transform the travel industry, the FTC's crackdown on fake reviews, and Elliott Investment's proposed changing to the Southwest board. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›
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Buses are key to last mile travel in India, connecting people from smaller Indian towns to international and domestic destinations. The funding reflects a positive outlook of investors towards the bus industry as more online players enter the segment. -Bulbul Dhawan Read more ›
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Regulators aim to curb digital chicanery. Their target: fake AI reviews, paid praise, and biased endorsements from influencers. But policing the sprawling review ecosystem may become a headache for many. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›
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