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Peden Doma Bhutia @ Skift · 03/17/2025 00:43 EDT

Bhutan’s name on the list might be less of an oversight and more of a deliberate move by U.S. policymakers, looking to get ahead of future challenges in an increasingly complex immigration landscape. -Peden Doma Bhutia Read more

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Jade Wilson and Sean O'Neill @ Skift 1 place · 03/15/2025 13:43 EDT

Trump's Next U.S. Travel Ban May Target Dozens of Countries

Memos circulating in the Trump adminstration list as many as 43 countries whose citizens could face restrictions on U.S. visits. Many of these nationalities hadn't been included when the previous Trump administration introduced restrictions and bans. -Jade Wilson and Sean O'Neill Read more

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Dennis Schaal @ Skift 2 place · 03/14/2025 16:30 EDT

Short-Term Rentals: Airbnb's Dominance and Booking's Gains in 1 Chart

The big three online travel agencies are generating almost three-quarters of the short-term rental revenue on the planet. The rest of the crowd is seeing their previous foothold diminishing. -Dennis Schaal Read more

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Justin Dawes @ Skift 3 place · 03/14/2025 15:14 EDT

In-Flight Messaging and Indian Budget Hotels: Travel Startups Raise $86 Million

A growing number of startups focused on Indian travelers have been raising money in the past couple of years. -Justin Dawes Read more

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Darin Graham @ Skift 3 place · 03/14/2025 14:05 EDT

Australia's Gold Coast Devastated by Cyclone, Officials Race to Restore Tourism

The Gold Coast’s swift recovery efforts highlight the region’s resilience but the long-term threat of climate change means these disasters may only become more frequent and costly. -Darin Graham Read more

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Sean O'Neill @ Skift 1 place · 03/14/2025 13:18 EDT

Extended Stay America CEO Sees 'Softness' – How He'd Handle a Mild Recession

Extended Stay America's CEO Greg Juceam believes the company's focus on long-term accommodations provides resilience against economic uncertainty, with its diverse customer base of housing transitioners and extended business travelers acting as a buffer. -Sean O'Neill Read more

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Sean O'Neill @ Skift 1 place · 03/13/2025 15:37 EDT

Radisson's Growth Plan: Fewer Rules for Hotel Owners, China Focus

Radisson Hotel Group says it takes an "owner-first" approach, which basically translates to: “What do you, the property owner, need to make this a good investment?” Maybe that's why it's been on a growth tear. -Sean O'Neill Read more

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Jade Wilson and Meghna Maharishi @ Skift 1 place · 03/13/2025 14:42 EDT

The Risk to Travel if There's a U.S. Government Shutdown

Risks to travel are minimal if a government shutdown is short, but the longer it grows on, the more disruption in the industry can take hold. -Jade Wilson and Meghna Maharishi Read more

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Ajay Awtaney @ Skift 2 place · 03/13/2025 13:44 EDT

India to Play ‘Crucial’ Role in Riyadh Air’s Global Network

As Riyadh Air prepares for its first passenger flight, the airline is securing global partnerships – with India firmly in its sights. -Ajay Awtaney Read more

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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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