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Skift @ Skift · 06/29/2023 23:00 EDT

India Daily: Oyo Expands Into New Markets to Support First-Gen Hoteliers 

A hotel is only as good as its frontline staff. Oyo’s accelerator program is helping small hoteliers achieve long-term profitability and increase earnings by offering mentorship and financial assistance. -Amrita Ghosh Read more ›

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Skift, Skift @ Skift · 06/29/2023 16:50 EDT

Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky Returns to Skift Global Forum 2023

Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky is heading back to Skift Global Forum for the third consecutive year - and we can’t wait to hear all the big product changes coming for the company’s AI-driven future. -Nicole Meyer Read more ›

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Jess Wade, Skift @ Skift · 06/29/2023 16:36 EDT

Seattle Is a Standout in a Strong Summer Travel Season

While Seattle is thriving across the board, it is high hotel occupancy that stands out as a clear winner. -Jess Wade Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift 3 place · 06/29/2023 11:08 EDT

New Hotel Tech: Room Service Robots and Holograms

Maybe hotels should focus first on the basics, like getting on the cloud and ditching cable TV. But having fun products like robots is, at the very least, good for marketing. -Justin Dawes Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 06/29/2023 05:19 EDT

Setting a New July Fourth Summer Vacation Record

Today's edition of Skift's daily podcast looks closer at July Fourth travel, Priceline’s AI chatbot, and short-term rental demand. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›

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Kanishka Singh, David Brunnstrom and Michael Martina, Reuters @ Skift · 06/29/2023 03:38 EDT

U.S., China Address Drag in Flights Between the Two Countries

The 24 weekly commercial flights between the U.S. and China, compared to an estimated 350 flights before the pandemic, speak volumes about the relations between the two countries. -Selene Brophy Read more ›

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Kylie Madry, Reuters @ Skift · 06/29/2023 01:06 EDT

U.S. Safety Rating Downgrade Deals Billion-Dollar Blow to Mexico Carriers

Resuming Category 1 status is critical to the development of the Mexican aviation industry in launching new routes, increasing capacity and strengthening partnerships with U.S. carriers. -Amrita Ghosh Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 06/29/2023 01:00 EDT

MGM CEO: U.S. Shaky Ground Infrastructure Needs Fixing to Boost Tourism

MGM's top boss Bill Hornbuckle is head and shoulders above his predecessor in leadership skills. He argues persuasively that the U.S. infrastructure boom is too focused on airports, while repairs to ground transportation are snarled in delays. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 06/28/2023 23:00 EDT

India Daily: Air India-Vistara Merger Draws Scrutiny Over Competition Concerns

Turbulence hits Tata Group at a time when its airline has ambitious plans to modernize fleet, operational systems and revenue management, and has lined up a record order for 470 aircraft. -Amrita Ghosh Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift 1 place · 06/28/2023 17:00 EDT

Hotels are Way Behind on Tech. These Brands Are Trying to Change That.

Hotel executives admit they're late to the party when it comes to adopting technology. Now, they're trying to figure out the basics and adopt innovations all at the same time. -Justin Dawes Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift 1 place · 06/28/2023 15:48 EDT

Minneapolis’s Tourism Campaign Pushes Back Against Ghost Town Narrative

Minneapolis has been working hard to convince its Minnesotans that it's come a long way from its darker days. -Dawit Habtemariam Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift 1 place · 06/28/2023 13:12 EDT

Tripadvisor Tests Instant Book (Again)

The regime under CEO Matt Goldberg is testing a bunch of stuff, including Tripadvisor Instant Book, and a new form of the previous subscription plan, Tripadvisor Plus. The idea is to not throw out the baby with the bath water, and to see what works now. -Dennis Schaal Read more ›

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Jess Wade, Skift @ Skift · 06/28/2023 11:46 EDT

Priceline Releases New AI Platform and ‘Penny’ the Chatbot

Priceline expands into AI-powered travel assistance, just one day after Booking.com. -Jess Wade Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift 1 place · 06/28/2023 11:15 EDT

Record 50 Million Americans Expected to Travel for Fourth of July Weekend

Inflation no longer seems to be a major hurdle for Americans eager to travel, but flight delays and disruptions that plagued airlines last summer could once again make Fourth of July travel difficult for millions of people. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift 2 place · 06/28/2023 10:58 EDT

Short-Term Rental Occupancy Is Both Up and Down — Depending On the Data

Rising supply is a good as long as there is demand at a price that consumers are willing to pay. If not, we are looking at a softening market. -Srividya Kalyanaraman Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift 1 place · 06/28/2023 09:30 EDT

Creating Unique Hotel Guest Experiences: In Conversation with Liz Lambert

Delve into Liz Lambert's transformative career as a hotelier, designer, and innovator, where she discusses crafting exceptional guest experiences and the future of the industry. -Jason Clampet Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 06/28/2023 06:00 EDT

Private Guides Craft Niche Harvest Season Tours

Harvest festivals come with narrow booking windows that could lead to possible challenges. However, private group tour guides lend themselves well to designing these experiences with a difference. -Selene Brophy Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 06/28/2023 04:06 EDT

U.S. City Tourism Boards Want Suburban Visitors Back

Today's edition of Skift's daily podcast looks closer at tourism marketing in top U.S. cities, Amazon's AI customer service tools, and Booking.com's new AI trip planner. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 06/28/2023 02:00 EDT

Abu Dhabi’s Ambitious 2023 Roadmap Focuses on Culture to Boost Tourism

Abu Dhabi acknowledges that culture serves as a unique and compelling attraction that sets it apart from other destinations, helping the emirate to attract tourists seeking authentic cultural experiences. -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more ›

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Alan Charlish and Joanna Plucinska, Reuters @ Skift · 06/28/2023 01:26 EDT

Ryanair Targets Dominance in Less-Developed Central and Eastern Europe Market

The Dublin-based low-cost airline’s mega deal for up to 300 Boeing 737-10s is just in time to support a push into newer markets. -Amrita Ghosh Read more ›

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