Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy appeared to dismiss the idea that other budget carriers might need a bailout from the government, hours after Spirit said it would start winding down operations. Read more ›
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Choon Yang Quek surely has his work cut out for him. It would be interesting to witness how he juggles between convincing travelers that this is the new Saudi and educating locals that Saudi needs to open to the world. -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more ›
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If hope had a name, it could be called Ukraine. As the Russian aggression brought tourism development to a halt in the country, the industry's willpower to succeed is evident even amidst the war. -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more ›
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Today’s edition of Skift’s daily podcast looks at Marriott’s growth plans, American Airlines’ hopes for blended travel, and Expedia’s chairman’s thoughts about WFH. -Jason Clampet Read more ›
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American Airlines, travel company? Listen to the carrier's chief commercial officer, Vasu Raja, for any amount of time and it's clear change is afoot at the world's largest airline. -Edward Russell Read more ›
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Ennismore is one of the hottest hospitality groups in the world, and founder and co-CEO Sharan Pasricha anticipates coworking, food-and-beverage, and lifestyle lodging as a way for real estate partners to diversify their revenues. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›
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Anthony Capuano, CEO of Marriott International, will not be surprised if a big merger or acquisition shakes up the hotel industry, but it most likely won't involve his brand. -Andrea Doyle Read more ›
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For global companies, there's no one-size-fits-all approach to growth. IHG is demonstrating that with its perspective on microeconomics, calculated technological investments, and by maintaining high brand standards. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›
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Many travel brands have been toying with financial technology, or fintech, to cater to new consumer needs brought on by the pandemic. Google's latest revival probably won't be a one-hit wonder. -Matthew Parsons Read more ›
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Disney is about to be a century old. Its focus on immersive storytelling demonstrates it's not thinking like a centenarian. -Dawit Habtemariam Read more ›
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Hertz is putting electric cars front and center, but unlike similar deals with Tesla and Polestar, this adds a wider range of models to the mix that should accelerate demand. -Matthew Parsons Read more ›
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When it comes to work from home, Expedia Group Chairman Barry Diller doesn't "get it," but he's not shy telling you about it. -Dennis Schaal Read more ›
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The airline’s planned takeover of Spirit will give it a bigger footprint in the U.S., but destinations including Africa are part of a bigger, bolder plan — one, however, that could take several years to materialize. -Matthew Parsons Read more ›
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The emotional button that trip-planning pushes the most in the post-pandemic era is anxiety. Booking Holdings is looking to assuage trip worries with products and services it is ramping up. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›
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It's unexpected that Flyr would go after the hospitality business, given that it still has a lot of airlines yet to win over to its revenue management services. But this acquisition is a sign of how all verticals in travel will be impacted by techniques for running operations based on data science. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›
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Google made it easier to find train routes and booking options in Europe. Like it did for flights, hotels, vacation rentals, and things to do, the new feature improves Google's standing in the rail sector. -Dennis Schaal Read more ›
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Today’s edition of Skift’s daily podcast looks at the return of business travel, tipping in hotels, and OYO’s probably IPO in 2023. -Jason Clampet Read more ›
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Most industry forecasts point to an eventual recovery — even to the 2019 high of $1.4 trillion in annual spending — as business trips start to bounce back. But many underlying trends are emerging in a fragile global economy. How we travel, and for what purpose, is far from certain as we enter a new era of accountability. -Matthew Parsons Read more ›
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Airlines will need to find another way to ease the U.S. pilot shortage. The FAA has denied an attempt to reduce the number of hours needed by new pilots. -Edward Russell Read more ›
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Finland remains the only neighboring country that still issues visas to Russian tourists, as Latvia, Poland, Estonia and Lithuania impose new restrictions. The opportunities Russians now have to fly from other countries is more restricted than ever. -Matthew Parsons Read more ›
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The shift to a touchless society shouldn’t put guests out of touch with those who need a display of gratitude. Technology is on the brink of impacting wide-scale change when it comes to virtual tipping — and it can’t come fast enough. -Carley Thornell Read more ›
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