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Christine Mao @ Skift · 03/13/2025 12:27 EDT

Priceline’s Latest Campaign Uses March Madness to Tap into Sports-Driven Travel

Priceline is using the upcoming March Madness season to push sports-driven travel with targeted hotel deals and new partnerships in its latest campaign. -Christine Mao Read more ›

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Rashaad Jorden @ Skift 2 place · 03/13/2025 11:54 EDT

Bollywood: The Strongest Currency in Indian Tourism – Skift Travel Podcast

Bollywood's enormous influence on travel is showing no signs of slowing down. This episode of the Skift Travel Podcast examines how Indian tourism has gotten a boost from the popularity of the country's film industry. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›

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Rashaad Jorden @ Skift · 03/13/2025 11:47 EDT

What Are the Biggest Challenges for India’s Travel Industry?

India's travel industry hasn't reached its potential yet, especially in attracting international visitors. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›

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Meghna Maharishi @ Skift · 03/13/2025 10:13 EDT

Funding Freeze on Fulbright Scholarships Leaves Students in Travel Limbo

As a result of an extended freeze on grants for study abroad programs, some students told Skift that they are feeling stranded and confused. -Meghna Maharishi Read more ›

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Saniya Zanpure @ Skift 3 place · 03/13/2025 09:45 EDT

Trends in Global Accommodations: Asia-Pacific’s Rise and Business Travel’s Comeback

We expect moderate growth through 2026, with the Asia-Pacific region once gain overtaking Europe and a pickup in business travel. -Saniya Zanpure Read more ›

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Rashaad Jorden @ Skift · 03/13/2025 03:44 EDT

Southwest Blames Partners, Canadians Avoid the U.S. and Indian Women Lead

On today’s podcast we discuss Southwest’s disappointment with booking partners, Canadians’ disappointment with the U.S., and the women leading change in the Indian travel industry. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›

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Bulbul Dhawan @ Skift · 03/12/2025 23:00 EDT

Taj-Parent Indian Hotels Company Enters Ras Al Khaimah With Branded Residences

While IHCL is aiming to double its portfolio by 2030 and grow its international presence in markets that host Indian diaspora, Ras Al Khaimah's Al Marjan Island lifestyle destination is being developed as an emerging as a tourism center for the UAE. However, with big competitors like Movenpick and Hampton by Hilton resorts, IHCL has clearly tried to set itself apart by going the branded apartment route. -Bulbul Dhawan Read more ›

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Justin Dawes @ Skift · 03/12/2025 17:17 EDT

Yanolja Teams With ChatGPT and Google. More AI Partnerships to Come, CEO Says

Industry leaders envision a future where consumers can plan, book, and manage all aspects of travel from a single interface. These early partnerships between AI and travel companies bring that vision a step closer. -Justin Dawes Read more ›

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Dennis Schaal @ Skift 2 place · 03/12/2025 13:30 EDT

Southwest Didn't Get the Gains It Expected From Expedia and Google Flights

Southwest is looking to expand its online distribution even though it didn't get the love it sought for its now-abandoned 'bags fly free' policy. -Dennis Schaal Read more ›

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Jade Wilson @ Skift 1 place · 03/12/2025 12:11 EDT

If Canadian visits continue to decline, it could cost the U.S. billions in lost spending, and thousands of jobs. -Jade Wilson Read more ›

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Christine Mao @ Skift · 03/12/2025 09:55 EDT

Asia’s Airlines Crack Down on Lithium Batteries as Fire Risks Rise

A wave of new lithium battery restrictions from Asian airlines highlights rising safety concerns and follows several onboard incidents. -Christine Mao Read more ›

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Sean O'Neill @ Skift 1 place · 03/12/2025 09:38 EDT

New Loyalty Program Journey Targets Independent Boutique Hotels

The new startup Journey faces significant challenges in building consumer adoption and achieving the necessary scale to compete with established loyalty programs. But its notable backers believe it's addressing critical pain points in today's loyalty system. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›

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Diana Nay @ Skift · 03/12/2025 08:00 EDT

Q&A: How Sandals Resorts’ New Campaign Champions Caribbean Authenticity

By emphasizing its authentic roots, culture, and decades-long presence in the Caribbean, Sandals Resorts aims to remind travelers that it offers more than just luxury — it delivers an experience that is uniquely and unmistakably Caribbean. -Diana Nay Read more ›

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Jason Clampet @ Skift · 03/12/2025 00:30 EDT

Generation Next: The Women Driving India’s Travel Revolution

From bolstering local economies to championing sustainable practices, these women innovators are forging a travel movement that’s both inclusive and impactful. -Jason Clampet Read more ›

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Rashaad Jorden @ Skift · 03/12/2025 00:24 EDT

Airbnb's New Experiences, Southwest's Big Change and Lufthansa's Emissions Challenges

On today’s podcast we look at Airbnb’s relaunched experiences, Southwest’s new baggage fees, and Lufthansa’s emissions challenges. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›

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Bulbul Dhawan @ Skift · 03/11/2025 23:00 EDT

This Airline Is Tapping Into India’s Growing Love for Sports and Events-Led Tourism

While Indian carriers have a strong hold in the Indian market, Singapore-based low-cost carrier Scoot is counting on its robust network primarily in the Southeast Asian market and Indians' love for unique experiences to drive growth. -Bulbul Dhawan Read more ›

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Dennis Schaal @ Skift · 03/11/2025 16:50 EDT

Airbnb Experiences: New Details Point to Direct Competition with Viator and GetYourGuide

Experiences has traditionally been a low-margin business so Airbnb was never going to make a go of it tethered to a niche offering. The challenge in going mainstream is to maintain some differentiation from rivals. -Dennis Schaal Read more ›

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Meghna Maharishi @ Skift · 03/11/2025 15:25 EDT

U.S. Safety Regulators Push for Restrictions on Helicopter Traffic Near DCA Following Fatal Crash

The chair of the National Transportation Safety Board said not restricting helicopter traffic around Reagan National was “stronger than an oversight.” -Meghna Maharishi Read more ›

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Meghna Maharishi @ Skift · 03/11/2025 13:58 EDT

Southwest’s reversal on baggage fees is part of an avalanche of major changes the carrier has made within the past year. Is Southwest catching up to its competition or is it losing its uniqueness? -Meghna Maharishi Read more ›

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Darin Graham @ Skift 2 place · 03/11/2025 12:37 EDT

Lufthansa’s Mixed Climate Progress: More Efficient Aircraft but Emissions Rise

Lufthansa is making progress in cutting passenger-related emissions mainly with more efficient aircraft, but its overall carbon footprint tells a different story. -Darin Graham Read more ›

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