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Skift @ Skift · 07/29/2022 01:30 EDT

Covid-19 Is Giving Students Pause  in Deciding to Study Abroad

Although Covid-19 restrictions have eased up since 2020, current undergraduate students are still ambivalent to pack up, move to a new country, and study abroad. -Sonia Menken Read more â€ș

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Skift @ Skift · 07/28/2022 16:40 EDT

Southwest Needs a Strong Business Travel Return After June’s Leisure Peak

For most U.S. airlines, June was the best revenue month in a very long time. But don't mistake that for a sustained recovery. The situation is dicey. It's not clear whether this recovery can continue for the final three months of the year. -Brian Sumers Read more â€ș

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Skift @ Skift · 07/28/2022 14:45 EDT

Reimagining Travel’s Future at Skift Global Forum

Travel's biggest CEOs are carefully considering this moment, as travel returns, to think about how they can take action and reimagine their companies, and the industry, for the better. Undoubtedly, it's a critical time in travel. The question is: how will we use it? -Brian Quinn Read more â€ș

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Skift @ Skift 2 place · 07/28/2022 12:35 EDT

Hertz Struggles in Corporate Travel But Is Encouraged by ‘Short-Burst’ Trip Trend

The impact of the strict and extended inbound Covid testing policy in the U.S. shouldn't be underestimated, especially when it comes to larger business customers. The ripple effect is evident in Hertz's latest results. -Matthew Parsons Read more â€ș

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Skift @ Skift 3 place · 07/28/2022 10:40 EDT

Accor’s Hotel Stays Surpass 2019 Levels Even Without Chinese Outbound Travel

VoilĂ . The European hotel giant hasn't yet seen inflation erode the recovery in travel demand. Meanwhile, its reorganization effort continues to smell like a preparation for a split within perhaps a couple of years. -Sean O'Neill Read more â€ș

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Skift @ Skift 2 place · 07/28/2022 06:46 EDT

JetBlue to Buy Spirit Airlines for $3.8 Billion

It's taken JetBlue four attempts to buy Spirit. Now it's crossed the line in a deal that's worth $3.8 billion, as long as it doesn't raise any antitrust red flags in Washington, D.C. -Matthew Parsons Read more â€ș

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Skift @ Skift · 07/28/2022 06:15 EDT

Travelzoo Aims To Be Travel Metaverse First-Mover With September Launch

Travelzoo could gain a new set of customers if its metaverse project truly takes off. For now, its investment is modest, though. -Dennis Schaal Read more â€ș

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Skift @ Skift 2 place · 07/28/2022 06:05 EDT

Spirit Rejects Frontier and Continues JetBlue Talks

Today’s edition of Skift’s daily podcast looks at the latest in Spirit’s takeover, Colombia’s tourism revamp, and Wyndham’s revenue strategy. -Jason Clampet Read more â€ș

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Skift @ Skift · 07/28/2022 02:30 EDT

Canadian Indigenous Tourism Leader on What the Pope’s Apology Misses

The Pope recently visited Alberta to apologize for the abuse of Indigenous people in Canadian residential schools. While apologies don't always do the job, it's better than nothing. Still, Julie Pellissier-Lush of The Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada called it just a stepping stone. -Sonia Menken Read more â€ș

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Skift @ Skift · 07/27/2022 16:34 EDT

Spirit Says Merger With Frontier Is Off as Negotiations With JetBlue Continue

Spirit rejecting Frontier's merger deal is stunning considering Spirit had given indications it preferred a merger with Frontier after JetBlue's repeated offers. -Rashaad Jorden Read more â€ș

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Skift @ Skift · 07/27/2022 14:30 EDT

MakeMyTrip Turns to India’s Hinterlands in the First Quarter to Win New Customers

MakeMyTrip is moving its focus from retail customers to go deep into the hinterland by tapping into small travel agents across India. In a country where online penetration is still low, will this bet pay off? -Dennis Schaal Read more â€ș

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Paul Sandle, Reuters @ Skift 1 place · 07/27/2022 08:30 EDT

Wizz Air Aiming for Profitable Summer as Demand Lifts Airfares

The airline's fares are already 10 percent higher than in 2019, and long may it continue, hopes CEO Jozsef Varadi, because airport disruption and rising fuel costs aren't going anywhere. -Matthew Parsons Read more â€ș

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Skift @ Skift 1 place · 07/27/2022 02:30 EDT

Business Model Innovation Is the Hottest Thing in Online Travel

Innovation comes in many forms. Sometimes it's a new technology. But for a growing number of online travel companies, it's all about disrupting traditional business models. -Dennis Schaal Read more â€ș

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Skift @ Skift · 07/26/2022 19:00 EDT

Google Gets Boost From Searches for Summer Trips

Searches for travel — and retail items — propelled Google's advertising business in the second quarter, although one executive acknowledged that the travel sector is "experiencing some challenges." -Dennis Schaal Read more â€ș

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Skift @ Skift 1 place · 07/26/2022 19:00 EDT

Google Searches for Summer Trips Doubled in Q2

Searches for travel — and retail items — propelled Google's advertising business in the second quarter, although one executive acknowledged that the travel sector is "experiencing some challenges." -Dennis Schaal Read more â€ș

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Skift @ Skift 2 place · 07/26/2022 16:26 EDT

Dallas Cowboys Owner Jerry Jones Invests in Software Firm for Hotels and Vacation Rentals

This deal undoubtedly won't go down as one of the largest of 2022, but it shows the continued interest in investing in hospitality technology. Even Jerry Jones can recognize an interesting deal. -Dennis Schaal Read more â€ș

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Skift @ Skift · 07/26/2022 12:14 EDT

Executive Q&A: How Changing the Loyalty Game Is Fueling IHG Hotels & Resorts’ Success With Business-to-Business Customers

Hotel brands are looking to make loyalty programs even more rewarding. It’s not solely about points, but also about offering choice, flexibility, and personalized experiences for consumers. In addition, hotel brands are focused on supporting the success of their valued travel managers and buyers, who in turn leverage loyalty to drive compliance and a more rewarding travel program for their end travelers and clients. -IHG Read more â€ș

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Skift @ Skift 3 place · 07/26/2022 10:00 EDT

New Report Shows How Travel Brands Can Capitalize on Rising Demand for Payment Flexibility with Buy Now Pay Later

Travel is officially back in full swing, but consumer habits have shifted. Affirm’s new report, “On the Move: What Today’s Travel Trends Mean for Your Business,” touches on key market trends and explains how travel businesses can attract customers by offering payment options that meet their individual needs. -Affirm Read more â€ș

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Skift @ Skift · 07/26/2022 10:00 EDT

How Explore Butte County Grew Organic Traffic with Localhood Stories

With paid advertising becoming more competitive and expensive, destination marketing organizations (DMOs) can turn to organic traffic for a marketing boost. In this video, Ashley Baer, marketing manager and content creator at Explore Butte County, shares how the DMO used visual stories to increase its visibility on Google, enhance its website content, and help local partners engage with visitors. -CrowdRiff Read more â€ș

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Skift @ Skift · 07/26/2022 06:45 EDT

MakeMyTrip CEO on the Journey to Develop a Superapp for India

Undeterred by competition from global online travel companies, MakeMyTrip envisions to be the first port of call for Indian travelers. A travel superapp is definitely a step in the right direction towards this goal. -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more â€ș

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