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Skift @ Skift · 02/08/2023 14:00 EDT

Paying Michelin Guide to Help Promote Your Tourism Can Be a Messy Business

Cities are paying for Michelin to come, but people are divided on what this means for their restaurants. As the Michelin Guide expands with the help of tourism boards around the world, controversies continue around the guide's role as tourism marketing. -Sherry Sun Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 02/08/2023 12:30 EDT

Trivago Focusing on Booking Tool to Fight Online Travel Agencies

In its effort to gain a stronger hold on the hotel market, Trivago is implementing a tool that could change how it makes money and reduce the role of online travel agencies in bookings. -Justin Dawes Read more ›

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Samantha Shankman, Skift @ Skift · 02/08/2023 11:40 EDT

Priceline Launches New Campaign With Kaley Cuoco for Super Bowl

The Super Bowl, with its massive reach, represents a prime opportunity for companies like Priceline to remind consumers that opportunities for affordable travel definitely haven't fallen by the wayside. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 02/08/2023 05:53 EDT

Spirit Airlines’ Cost Struggles

Today’s edition of Skift’s daily podcast looks at Spirit's earnings purgatory, Hertz's brands revival, and cruise tourism in east and Southern Africa. -Jason Clampet Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 02/08/2023 02:00 EDT

Dubai’s 14 Million Foreign Visitors Last Year Nudges Closer to 2019 High

Not satisfied with merely achieving pre-pandemic levels of tourism, Dubai has now set an ambitious goal of 40 million hotel guests in 2031. -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more ›

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David Shepardson, Reuters @ Skift · 02/08/2023 01:27 EDT

Biden Administration Wants Covid Vaccine Mandate for Foreign Travelers to Stay

The White House's message is clear: "Welcome to the U.S., but only if you are vaccinated." -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more ›

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Harriet Akinyi, Skift @ Skift · 02/08/2023 01:00 EDT

Africa Looks to Diversify Tourism Mix by Investing More in Cruise Business

The rapidly rebounding cruise tourism market is providing African tourism with a lucrative opportunity to give destinations battered by the pandemic a new path to revenues. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›

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Manoj Kumar, Reuters @ Skift · 02/07/2023 15:30 EDT

India Ramps Up On Sustainable Tourism With G20 Presidency

India is dialling in on tourism, and foreign tourists are picking up. Green initiatives, sustainable investments and responsible tourism will be core to its G20 presidency in 2023. -Sherry Sun Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift 3 place · 02/07/2023 13:30 EDT

Resorts Adapt to the End of the Off-Season

Staying open year-round helps many resort destinations with staffing and attracting guests in times of year that had been thought of as shoulder season or off-season before the pandemic. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 02/07/2023 13:15 EDT

Royal Caribbean Hopes Cruiser Spending Splurge Will Help Reverse Losses

Royal Caribbean seems confident it's smooth sailing now that the pandemic is over and passengers are ready to spend their savings on cruise experiences. But a potential recession could mess with all that. -Dawit Habtemariam Read more ›

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Sergio Queiroz, Reuters @ Skift · 02/07/2023 13:00 EDT

Rio Expects Carnival’s Return to Generate $1 Billion in Tourism Business

Blocos and samba schools will return in full force to the streets of Rio de Janeira this month for Brazil's largest annual celebration. The biggest carnival in the world is expected to generate a new record in revenues for the economy. -Sherry Sun Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 02/07/2023 12:30 EDT

Hertz Is Revamping Dollar and Thrifty Brands

Hertz has plenty to gain by going after the more price-conscious traveler with these two brands, especially as corporate America tightens its belt. But then how does it balance that with its push for more luxury electric vehicles? -Matthew Parsons Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 02/07/2023 10:30 EDT

How Australian Travel Agency Flight Centre Is Building Luxury Revenue 

Tour operator Scott Dunn might be a small company compared to its new parent company Flight Centre Travel Group. Still, it punches well above its weight in the luxury travel segment, especially in the U.S., where Flight Centre lacked a luxury presence. -Selene Brophy Read more ›

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David Shepardson, Reuters @ Skift · 02/07/2023 07:30 EDT

5G Upgrade Delays Could Disrupt U.S. Airline Summer Schedules

The International Air Transport Association is concerned many airlines won't be able to retrofit their planes to handle new 5G wireless technology in time for the peak summer travel season. The amount of revenue at risk should be incentive enough to speed things up. -Matthew Parsons Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift 1 place · 02/07/2023 06:30 EDT

Amadeus Execs Offer Glimpse Into Tech Investment Trends for Next Decade

Once travelers have decided to book a trip, they don't want to jump through hoops to pay for it. Travel companies should prioritize ways to making paying as easy as possible. -Justin Dawes Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 02/07/2023 05:53 EDT

Short-Term Rentals in Saudi Arabia

Today’s edition of Skift’s daily podcast looks at short-term rentals in Saudi Arabia, Azul's potential restructuring, and hotels' business travel woes. -Jason Clampet Read more ›

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Leslie Barrie, Skift @ Skift · 02/07/2023 02:30 EDT

Boutique Hotelier Almanac Expanding Under Unique Father-Daughter Dynamic

What is it like to work with your father to create and run a luxury boutique brand when you're new to hotel operations? Hint: It can be messy. -Leslie Barrie Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift 2 place · 02/06/2023 18:49 EDT

Vacasa Exec Is Out Just 4 Months After Being Promoted

Some might argue that Vacasa is getting a substantial injection of Expedia DNA. The new CEO, chief commercial officer and principal operating officer all have Expedia ties. -Dennis Schaal Read more ›

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Jamie Freed and Allison Lampert, Reuters @ Skift 1 place · 02/06/2023 18:00 EDT

European Aviation Regulators Shut Down Proposal to Fly With Just One Pilot

Limited solo flying for cargo and passenger flights during the cruise phase of flying is being considered as a possibility to ease the pilot shortage. This faces much backlash. Regulators in Europe have taken note. -Sherry Sun Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 02/06/2023 16:10 EDT

What Expedia Won’t Be Announcing This Week About Vacation Rentals

The prospect of Expedia Group removing all of its vacation rentals from Expedia.com is as likely as senior executive Barry Diller telling his workforce he's cool with everyone working from home. -Dennis Schaal Read more ›

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