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Peden Doma Bhutia @ Skift 1 place · 04/18/2026 05:50 EDT

Marriott Launches Autograph Collection in India: Exclusive

Karnal city in Haryana may not be the first place that comes to mind when you think of Marriott or the Autograph Collection. But that, it turns out, is exactly the point. Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 01/11/2023 11:45 EDT

India’s Tata Is Bucking Trends for Consulting Firms on Travel Spending

Consulting firms were supposed to be the ones cutting back on travel, mostly to reduce carbon emissions. But not if that gets in the way of doing business it seems. -Matthew Parsons Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 01/11/2023 09:59 EDT

Hilton Expands Downscale by Debuting Economy Hotel Brand Spark by Hilton

Hilton's history of running brands in the top half of the quality scale makes it an unlikely entrant in the economy segment, where it's hard to spark joy in consumers. But some developers may find the new brand Spark by Hilton commercially promising. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 01/11/2023 08:30 EDT

Booking Holdings Business Model Was Slowing Things Down Pre-Covid

Payments, flights and short-term rentals are paying off so far for Booking as part of its connected trip strategy. That's true even if there are doubts about travelers wanting to book their entire trip on one platform. -Dennis Schaal Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 01/11/2023 07:00 EDT

Travelport CEO Talks Recovery Outlook and Tech Investment in 2023

If the industry waits for segments like business travel to fully recover, it could be waiting forever. That’s why Travelport and its competitors should continue investing in tech and expanding offerings. -Justin Dawes Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 01/11/2023 06:29 EDT

A Brief Look at 16 New Travel Megatrends for 2023

Today’s edition of Skift’s daily podcast looks at our new Megatrends for 2023, Airbnb's attempt to hamper human trafficking, and American Airlines' possible pilot regrets. -Jason Clampet Read more ›

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Kylie Madry, Reuters @ Skift · 01/11/2023 04:02 EDT

Mexican Airports Set for Business Boost as Tourists and Corporate Travelers Return

After a historic 2022, analysts expect Mexican airport operators to post strong earnings in 2023 as tourism in the country is more popular than ever. -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 01/11/2023 02:30 EDT

Airbnb Combats Child Trafficking With Expanded Law Enforcement Portal

Sex trafficking and child exploitation is a travel industry problem, and companies need to be activists in fighting these abuses. -Dennis Schaal Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 01/11/2023 02:00 EDT

Why Is Comedian Kevin Hart Looking to Hire an Ambassador for Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island?

If being paid $100,000 for two months is not reason enough, American actor Kevin Hart lists out the reasons why he thinks being hired as Yas Island's ambassador is the "best job in the world." -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more ›

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Bernard Orr and Brenda Goh, Reuters @ Skift · 01/11/2023 01:30 EDT

China Defends Visa Backlash Against South Korea, Japan Covid Curbs

Alleged discrimination of the Chinese traveler is at the centre of China's Covid-curbs visa war now underway as authorities continue to question fatalities data coming out of the country. -Selene Brophy Read more ›

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David Shepardson, Doyinsola Oladipo and Rajesh Kumar Singh , Reu @ Skift · 01/10/2023 15:40 EDT

U.S. Regulators to Southwest: Respond to to the Thousands of Flyer Complaints

Regulators in D.C. aren't letting up on Southwest. This crisis will have legs for the carrier. -Tom Lowry Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 01/10/2023 14:00 EDT

Q&A: Why Wellness and Sustainability Now Go Hand in Hand

Integrating wellness into hospitality is nothing new, but doing it in a holistic way that factors in broader sustainability goals and aligns with community values points to a new way forward. -Accor Group Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 01/10/2023 14:00 EDT

Q&A: Destinations Double Down on Nature and Culture to Attract Luxury Travelers

​​As the luxury travel landscape becomes increasingly competitive, destinations are thinking more strategically about how they can showcase the diversity of their nature-based and cultural offerings. For Abu Dhabi, this means spotlighting Saadiyat Island, a vibrant leisure, residential, business, and cultural hub. -Abu Dhabi Department of Culture and Tourism Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 01/10/2023 14:00 EDT

Q&A: Short-Form Video Is Now a Must-Have for Destination Marketers

As more and more travelers turn to short-form content for trip discovery and inspiration, the stage is set for destination marketing organizations (DMOs) to fully embrace this popular format as the most effective way to engage with today’s audiences. -CrowdRiff Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 01/10/2023 14:00 EDT

Q&A: Timeshare 2.0 – Redefining Shared Vacation Ownership for a New Generation

Flexibility and unique experiences are driving renewed interest in timeshares, particularly among millennial and Gen X owners. So, what’s the appeal? It’s about being a member of a vacation club with exclusive perks rather than an owner of a specific property for the same week year after year. -ARDA Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 01/10/2023 14:00 EDT

Big Banks Chase a Much Bigger Piece of the Travel Market

Banks such as JPMorgan Chase, Capital One, and Citi already have the customer base to appeal to travelers with attractive booking offers, cash back, and points, without having to ante up big for marketing like online travel agencies and hotels. The prospects for banks, with a history clunky travel portals, will hinge on value proposition, user experience and execution. -Dennis Schaal Read more ›

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Seth Borko and Dawit Habtemariam , Skift @ Skift · 01/10/2023 14:00 EDT

TikTok Chips Away at Google’s Dominance in Travel Discovery

TikTok is chipping away at Google's travel dominance one 30-second dance at a time. Travel marketers eager to bypass search engines have an opportunity to do so with this new social media platform. -Seth Borko and Dawit Habtemariam Read more ›

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Jay Shabat and Edward Russell, Skift @ Skift · 01/10/2023 14:00 EDT

Airline Revenue Success Comes With Cost Distress

It will be easy for airlines to make money in 2023, but if they can’t get costs under control it could set the tone for the future. -Jay Shabat and Edward Russell Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 01/10/2023 14:00 EDT

The Changing Face of Human Capital in Travel

The labor vulnerabilities in travel that emerged from the shadows of the pandemic, from pilot shortages, to travel agents aging out, to low-earning wage workers choosing to opt out, have given rise to new strategies to fill the void. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 01/10/2023 14:00 EDT

Climate Impact Moves From Marketing to Operations

This year will be one of action for the travel industry on the climate. But don’t expect radical changes, rather incremental steps and greater alignment as the industry attempts to shake off its negative image. -Matthew Parsons Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 01/10/2023 14:00 EDT

Hotels Make Emotion the New Brand Standard 

While emotion has always been a part of marketing, appealing to people's feelings has become more central because factors such as changing guest expectations and the rise of new technologies have undermined hotels' customary approach to branding. -Aishwarya Agarwal Read more ›

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