Passion-based itineraries might sound like the latest hype in tours and activities, but it is being fueled by the everyday interest of people who are turning their hobbies into thriving businesses — and by extension, unique travel experiences. -Selene Brophy Read more ›
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They've got a pitch for you. What's more, you won't enter any commitments by reading this personal preview of their strategy. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›
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As travel returns, Expedia Group’s Traveler Value Index 2023 examines the need-to-know changes taking place within the industry — from the perspective of both consumers and travel professionals — and provides actionable insights to guide decision makers in the year ahead. -Expedia Group Read more ›
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Yosemite National Park is breaking a national park trend by not reinstating a summer reservation system. What happens to the park's visitor experience and local ecosystems could influence other national parks to reconsider theirs. -Dawit Habtemariam Read more ›
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In a switch-up on the role travel products play in creating stickiness for brands, JetBlue and Expedia are both focused on boosting customer loyalty — and while it might seem like their programs are competing, customers ultimately score value across their ecosystem. -Selene Brophy Read more ›
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The country's uncompromising "zero-Covid" policy may be easing, but a new survey of potential travelers is showing that the consumer recovery won't happen overnight. -Matthew Parsons Read more ›
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Today’s edition of Skift’s daily podcast looks at Delta's hefty pilot agreement, the shrinking cost of business travel in Europe, and the recovery of Expedia and Booking. -Jason Clampet Read more ›
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It’s the first time that prices are cooling off this year, but experts warn this deflation won’t last long with more “correction cycles” to come. -Matthew Parsons Read more ›
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The decision to push back enforcing the rule requiring travelers to obtain new identification cards for air travel is a relief for the travel industry, with Americans largely struggling to get them. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›
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The use cases of AI in our daily lives, both personal and professional, just imploded exponentially. Worth thinking through, reading and experimenting as much possible for the travel sector. -Rafat Ali Read more ›
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Travel is back in full swing and Expedia Group and Booking Holdings are now fully recovered versus the pandemic. But under the hood, big changes are underway as these two booking sites revamp their strategies for the future. -Seth Borko Read more ›
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The new year will bring new possibilities for faster access to analytics and insights, additional ancillary revenue opportunities, and increased business traveler satisfaction. It won’t be easy, though. Airline executives and corporate travel managers should continue to embrace new technologies to unlock those opportunities and deliver a better experience for travelers. -Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC) Read more ›
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Sun Country Airlines CEO Jude Bricker doesn't believe that changes in travel patterns since the start of the pandemic are permanent. But he explained at Skift Aviation Forum why the demand for ultra low-cost carriers is changing. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›
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Right now “small, mindful" travel is supposedly on the upswing, and Small Luxury Hotels of the World is looking to take advantage. But can the marketing organization move the needle in the shadow of giant hotel groups? -Sean O'Neill Read more ›
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Today’s edition of Skift’s daily podcast looks at phone calls on planes, Sam Shank's HotelTonight journey, and why small hotels may be beautiful. -Jason Clampet Read more ›
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Standard chief executive Amber Asher is one of the smartest people in hotels. But The Standard International has so much going on it, we wonder if the company can manage it all. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›
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Sam Shank and HotelTonight had a significant impact on the travel industry's competitive landscape. We picked 15 pivotal events that helped to define Shank's legacy as co-founder and CEO as he embarks for a new journey elsewhere. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›
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Even more important than introducing innovative products is learning whether and how people will use them. United Airlines seems to be paying attention to that, and the company is willing to nix something if it doesn't work. -Justin Dawes Read more ›
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United Airlines appears poised to make its first widebody plane order in four years. -Newscred Read more ›
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Keeping pilots happy may be critical. Carrier’s planes are quite full, so U.S. airline growth depends on expanding routes and schedules. If Delta's labor pact happens, and JetBlue's merger with Spirit happens (leading to a boost in Spirit crew pay), labor wage (and fare) inflation is next. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›
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