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Rafat Ali @ Skift 3 place · 06/20/2026 11:08 EDT

My Audio Essay: Karak Chai, Luxury Retail, and the Invisible Millions of the Gulf Hubs

The largest purpose-driven travel flow on earth passes through the most commercially aspirational spaces on earth, and the dissonance is jarring if you stop long enough to watch who is actually walking past the glittering Hermes store... Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift 2 place · 08/09/2023 02:53 EDT

Choice Hotels Wants to Make More Acquisitions

Today's edition of Skift's daily podcast looks closer at Choice Hotels’ acquisitions, China’s travel restrictions, and a new airline partnership between Europe and Asia. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 08/09/2023 02:30 EDT

Dubai Surpasses Pre-Pandemic Tourism Numbers in First Half of 2023

Looks like we will no longer be comparing Dubai's tourism to 2019. Time to update those comparison charts! -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more ›

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Joanna Plucinska, Rajesh Kumar Singh, Priyamvada C and Doyinsola @ Skift · 08/09/2023 01:15 EDT

Travelers Prioritize Wanderlust Over Wallets Despite Economic Headwinds

Upbeat outlooks from airlines and hotels show no signs of travel slowdown. But these forecasts certainly come with some risks and concerns. -Amrita Ghosh Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 08/08/2023 23:00 EDT

Skift India Report: Surge in Travel Job Openings

Travel agent positions led the demand for job roles in the past year – can the industry fill the openings fast enough? -Amrita Ghosh Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 08/08/2023 18:44 EDT

Vacasa Ups Outlook to ‘Slight’ Profitability in 2023

Vacasa officials said they are focusing on execution and there are modest signs of progress. Still, no one said this would be easy. -Dennis Schaal Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift 3 place · 08/08/2023 16:10 EDT

Skift Global Forum 2023 Opening Night Reception: An Evening of Inspiring Conversations and Connections

This year, we have an exciting evening planned to kick-off Skift Global Forum 2023 welcoming Hilton's President and CEO, Christopher Nassetta and Turkish Airlines Chairman, Prof. Ahmet Bolat. -Nicole Meyer Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift 3 place · 08/08/2023 15:28 EDT

IHG’s New CEO on Launching a New Brand and Making Hotels Profitable

IHG's new CEO Elie Maalouf sees blue-sky prospects across his group's portfolio of brands. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift 3 place · 08/08/2023 14:42 EDT

Capital One Advances Travel Deal Strategy With Intent to Invest in Inspirato

Capital One's travel investments are running the gamut, from Hopper and its discount-hungry travelers to Inspirato's jet-setters. Both will benefit the up-and-coming Capital One Travel. -Dennis Schaal Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 08/08/2023 14:18 EDT

China Group Travel Restrictions Continue to Stunt Full Recovery

While China's borders are open, group tours are limited. And with reduced flights and visa-processing constraints, global travel will continue to miss the spend and impact of the Chinese traveler. -Selene Brophy Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 08/08/2023 13:06 EDT

Choice Hotels Considers Further Acquisitions to Sustain Growth

Mergers hurt companies more often than help. Yet Choice Hotels seems to be the exception with its Radisson Americas merger so far. Expect Choice to be emboldened to do another deal. A European acquisition would be smart. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›

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Skift Research @ Skift 2 place · 08/08/2023 12:59 EDT

Google: Friend or Foe in the Tours and Activities Industry

Google’s Things To Do tool has been met with both trepidation and excitement. In the tours & activities space, unlike other travel verticals, we expect that Google will benefit the online intermediaries, giving prominence to online travel agencies. -Pranavi Agarwal Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift 2 place · 08/08/2023 11:57 EDT

Announcing the Skift India Travel Podcast

The rapid launch of two new products tailored exclusively for the Indian market within a span of less than six months just goes to show how important a market India is for Skift. -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 08/08/2023 08:38 EDT

Watch: The Remarkable Recovery of the Travel Industry

Missed Skift Research's discussion of the current state of travel? We've got you covered. -Jason Clampet Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 08/08/2023 03:02 EDT

U.S. Won’t See Full Travel Recovery Without Chinese Tourists

Today's edition of Skift's daily podcast looks closer at U.S. tourism recovery, AI gains in travel, and Expedia gaining ground on Booking. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›

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David Shepardson, Reuters @ Skift · 08/08/2023 01:21 EDT

U.S. Airlines Call for Extension to New York Flight Cuts

It's time for the appointment of a permanent FAA Administrator equipped to demonstrate strong leadership in devising a plan to rapidly rebuild the controller workforce. -Amrita Ghosh Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 08/07/2023 23:00 EDT

Skift India Report: Hotels Hit Rocketship Growth in the Second Quarter

Demand drivers such as the G20 Summit, ICC Cricket World Cup 2023, wedding season and international tourist arrivals will continue to boost the demand for rooms. -Amrita Ghosh Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift 3 place · 08/07/2023 16:22 EDT

Has Expedia Blunted Booking’s U.S. Market Share Gains?

There can be an ebb and flow to market share tussles. If Expedia Group indeed grew faster than Booking in the U.S. while Expedia has been distracted by a loyalty program launch and a tech platform migration, then additional gains could be in the offing in 2024, as well. -Dennis Schaal Read more ›

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Asif Shahzad, Reuters @ Skift · 08/07/2023 16:11 EDT

Pakistan International Airlines to Become Private Company

Pakistan wants to sell the airline as it's losing billions of dollars. -Justin Dawes Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift 3 place · 08/07/2023 15:37 EDT

U.S. Tourism Without China and New Competition – Brand USA Chief

If the U.S. can't get Chinese tourists back, it will have to up its game attracting tourists from other international markets to make up for the spending shortfall. -Dawit Habtemariam Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift 2 place · 08/07/2023 09:30 EDT

Rategain Appoints Omni Hotel’s Peter Strebel to Drive Expansion in Americas

Rategain’s appointment of Peter Strebel showcases its emphasis on bringing in experienced leadership to drive its expansion plans. -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more ›

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