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Skift @ Skift · 06/10/2024 23:00 EDT

Akasa Air Co-Founder On International Expansion and Profitability — India Report

Akasa Air launched in August 2022, and since then, it has expanded its network to 25 cities. The low-cost airline's expansion plans range from international destinations to smaller Indian cities to enhance connectivity within and outside India. And its business model seems to be paying off so far. -Bulbul Dhawan Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 06/10/2024 22:05 EDT

Southwest Defends Strategy Amid Activist Pressure

Southwest said it is confident in its strategy and leadership team as Elliott is pushing for the airline to replace its CEO and chairman. -Meghna Maharishi Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 06/10/2024 21:09 EDT

New Apple Travel Tools: Siri-ChatGPT, iOS 18, Vision Pro VR Headset, Apple Watch

Generative AI is going directly into the iPhone. It helps with travel a little right now, but that's only the beginning. -Justin Dawes Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 06/10/2024 16:56 EDT

IHG Tilts Toward Mid-Market as Owners Balk at Premium Hotels

With high interest rates, operational costs, and insurance premiums, investors are currently favoring midmarket and extended stay brands like Candlewood Suites, which saw the most deals for IHG in recent quarters. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 06/10/2024 13:07 EDT

Ask Skift: What Are Major Trends in Hotel Loyalty Programs?

Loyalty programs are big business for hotel companies, and here are some noticeable trends shaping those programs. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 06/10/2024 10:11 EDT

TGI Fridays Would Like to Run Your Hotel Restaurant

We will not rest until we can also report that Wagamama is coming to hotels worldwide. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 06/10/2024 09:47 EDT

The Town Behind Mallorca’s Mass Overtourism Protests: ‘A Summer Of Discontent’

This summer, the Mediterranean island of Mallorca finds itself grappling with an age-old question: How much tourism is too much? What's notable is that the protests have spread to areas far from the coastal centers because tourism has, too. -Jesse Chase-Lubitz Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 06/10/2024 05:44 EDT

Ixigo IPO Opens: CEOs Explain IPO Timing and Smaller Listing Size

Wait-and-watch? Not anymore! Ixigo's CEOs tell Skift that they’re ready to dive into what they’re calling the "golden era" of online travel. With ideal market conditions for growth, the Indian OTA is moving forward with an IPO, aiming to use tech-driven customer experiences to strengthen its position. -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift 1 place · 06/09/2024 21:29 EDT

Southwest Faces Activist Pressure as Elliott Takes Nearly $2 Billion Stake

It’s unclear what changes Elliott will push for at Southwest. Other companies Elliott has built activist stakes in have seen their CEOs resign. -Meghna Maharishi Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift 3 place · 06/09/2024 17:00 EDT

Where Are the Women? The Airline Industry Reckons With a Broad Gender Gap

In recent decades, women have gone on to lead countries and major companies. But the airline industry has been much slower to close its broad gender gap across senior leadership, engineering and pilot roles. -Meghna Maharishi Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift 3 place · 06/09/2024 08:00 EDT

‘People are Losing Their Homes’ — Ex-Host on NYC’s Short-Term Rental Ban 

Some New York City homeowners believe they should still be allowed to list their homes on Airbnb despite the city's ban, and they're not letting up in their demand for reinstatement. -Justin Dawes Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift 1 place · 06/08/2024 08:00 EDT

Hilton Commercial Chief Talks Acquisition Spree and Brand Strategy

Hilton, after 16 years without an acquisition, has gone on a buying spree this year, snapping up the Graduate Hotels and NoMad brands. Its commercial officer, Chris Silcock, explains why. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift 3 place · 06/07/2024 13:51 EDT

Virgin Galactic to Launch Second Space Tourism Flight as Waiting Lists Grow

Virgin Galactic joins Blue Origin and Space Perspective in aspiring to make the final frontier open to all who can afford it. That's good news for travel agencies like RocketBreaks. -Jesse Chase-Lubitz Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift 2 place · 06/07/2024 13:51 EDT

Virgin Galactic to Launch Space Tourism Flight as Waiting Lists Grow

Virgin Galactic joins Blue Origin and Space Perspective in aspiring to make the final frontier open to all who can afford it. That's good news for travel agencies like RocketBreaks. -Jesse Chase-Lubitz Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift 2 place · 06/07/2024 13:39 EDT

United Wants to Personalize Your In-Flight Ads

United is launching its own media network that will use customer demographic data to create more targeted ads and content for passengers. -Meghna Maharishi Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift 3 place · 06/07/2024 11:41 EDT

Inspirato Appeals Nasdaq Delisting Decision

This is another proof point that much of the SPAC trend of a few years ago was a dud. -Dennis Schaal Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 06/07/2024 11:20 EDT

Spirit Airlines Is Not Considering a Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, CEO Says

Spirit’s CEOs comments come as S&P downgraded the carrier’s credit rating earlier this week, potentially hurting its ability to refinance its debt. The carrier has $1.1 billion in debt set to mature in September 2025. -Meghna Maharishi Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 06/07/2024 10:38 EDT

Short-Term Rentals Haven’t Fully Caught on for Business Travel, but They’re Getting There

The uptake of vacation rentals for business travel depends on proving safety and reliability to road warriors and travel managers. -Elizabeth Casolo Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 06/07/2024 10:00 EDT

Cultural Immersion: The Next Big Trend in Luxury Hospitality

The luxury travel market is shifting from sheer opulence to authenticity, reflecting a growing demand among affluent travelers for meaningful, culturally rich experiences. -Boutique Group Read more ›

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Skift @ Skift · 06/07/2024 10:00 EDT

Behind Fontainebleau Las Vegas’ Vision to Transform Luxury Meetings: Watch Video

Today’s meeting planners face unique challenges driven by evolving attendee expectations, technological advancements, and the ongoing need for flexibility. This video explores how Fontainebleau Las Vegas is redefining luxury meetings to meet these challenges. -Fontainebleau Las Vegas Read more ›

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