Digital tools versus the human side of hospitality. Overtourism versus local control. It's impressive how many issues like these were pivotal a decade ago and remain so. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›
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Now everyone can log on in the skies on Delta. -Edward Russell Read more ›
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Although Southwest Airlines has said flight schedules are back to normal after the massive number of flight cancellations, the company is far from being in the clear with Senate hearings poised to reveal the depths of its problems. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›
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Small groups, such as wedding parties, want to mingle, but most hotels don't make it easy. Meanwhile, vacation rentals often lack professional hospitality services. So many group travelers are seeking better lodging options. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›
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The run-up to an Oyo IPO is turning out to be a waiting-for-Godot moment. Let's just hope Godot shows up in this version, even if the delay is even a little longer. -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more ›
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Today’s edition of Skift’s daily podcast looks at Hyatt House’s repositioning, the China hit to business travel, and Europe’s airline challenges. -Jason Clampet Read more ›
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The world is preparing for the return of Chinese tourists. However, analysts warn against banking on them having the exact wants and needs as before — especially when it comes to overseas luxury shopping. -Selene Brophy Read more ›
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Travel technology has been turned on its head over the past couple of years. Just about every major trend listed was caused, directly or indirectly, by issues related to the pandemic. -Justin Dawes Read more ›
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Fonatur says the railway, called Tren Maya, will create hundreds of thousands of new jobs and brings other economic benefits. But at what cost to the surrounding nature that draws tourists in the first place? -Matthew Parsons Read more ›
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Booking Holdings shed its entire stake in China's Trip.com Group at a loss of $130 million in 2020. But Booking retains a substantial foothold in China outbound travel that it can ride to advantage in 2023. -Dennis Schaal Read more ›
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Hyatt is wise to rebrand its Hyatt House brand, with travel trends reflecting a growing demand for extended stay properties that feel like a house with the amenities of a hotel. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›
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An ever-growing roster of countries placing new testing requirements on Chinese travelers is sparking an outcry, particularly across Europe, but any calls to scale back pre-departure requirements will likely fall on deaf ears. -Matthew Parsons Read more ›
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Today’s edition of Skift’s daily podcast looks at Southwest’s holiday fiasco financial hit, Airbnb and Google competing in Europe, and Sonesta’s brand additions. -Jason Clampet Read more ›
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Closed for so long, New Zealand isn't quite ready to risk losing the China market, which pre-pandemic had been its second biggest tourism market after Australia. -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more ›
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What's good for the goose is good for the Google. Or so Airbnb thinks. -Dennis Schaal Read more ›
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As countries like Saudi Arabia and Qatar turn towards tourism to diversify the economy, Dubai wants to make sure that its position as the top tourism destination in the region is maintained. -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more ›
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Sonesta is relatively unknown, so adding more sub-brands will require more than a little marketing. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›
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Today’s edition of Skift’s daily podcast looks at Southwest's technical collapse, an outrageous fine for cruise companies in Cuba, and Dubai's alcohol tax update. -Jason Clampet Read more ›
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Instead of heeding employee concerns, Southwest focused primarily on tech for customers, leading to a worst-case example of what can happen when modernizing operations is not a priority. May other airlines learn from Southwest’s mistake. -Justin Dawes Read more ›
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The Skift team last year wasted no time in making up for the pandemic pause, zig-zagging across the globe — for work and play. Can we top that? You bet. Check out our travel aspirations for the new year, and know that we never stop living the brand. -Tom Lowry Read more ›
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