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Rashaad Jorden @ Skift · 05/23/2025 04:04 EDT

Aviation Politics, World Cup Visa Backlog and Marriott’s New Brand

For this Friday pod we look at potential aviation funding changes in the U.S., efforts to streamline World Cup visas, and Marriott’s new brand debut in India. Read more ›

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Darin Graham @ Skift · 05/22/2025 14:25 EDT

Sweeping U.S. Tax Bill Would Roll Back Grants for Green Jet Fuel

The bill sends mixed messages about the future of sustainable aviation fuel in the U.S. While some funding channels remain, others are could be axed. Read more ›

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Meghna Maharishi @ Skift · 05/22/2025 13:52 EDT

House Passes Trump’s 'Big, Beautiful Bill': Here’s How It Impacts Aviation

The bill, which will now go to the Senate for a vote, includes provisions on reforming air traffic control and axing sustainable aviation fuel grants. Read more ›

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Rashaad Jorden @ Skift · 05/22/2025 12:16 EDT

Rubio Explores 'Double Shifts' and AI to Clear World Cup Visa Backlog

Fans in some countries may already have run out of time to secure a visa, and a lot of tourism revenue is at stake. Read more ›

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Josh Corder @ Skift · 05/22/2025 10:29 EDT

Qatar Wants Tourists Who Stay Longer – and Spend More

Qatar's tourism numbers grew by around 25% last year, but the real focus is on increasing how long people stay and how much they spend. Read more ›

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Onyx CenterSource + Skift @ Skift 1 place · 05/22/2025 09:00 EDT

How GDS Commission Shares Impact Global Hotel and Agency Revenue 

Part one of this two-part series explores the global landscape for GDS commission shares, which represent tens of millions of dollars in revenue for travel management companies and agencies. A better understanding of gaps by region, country, and hotel class can lead to competitive advantages in global distribution. Read more ›

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Saniya Zanpure @ Skift · 05/22/2025 08:20 EDT

International Travel to the U.S. Remains Soft – Can Domestic Demand Fill the Gap?

The softening in inbound travel demand – especially from Canada – is being partially offset by domestic travel, which continues to show resilience. Read more ›

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Gordon Smith @ Skift · 05/22/2025 06:53 EDT

Austrian Airlines CEO Fact Checks ‘Exaggerated’ U.S. Border Stories 

With headlines swirling about tourists denied entry into the U.S., Austrian Airlines CEO Annette Mann is stepping in to reframe the narrative. When fear threatens bookings, data can help limit the damage. Read more ›

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Peden Doma Bhutia @ Skift 1 place · 05/22/2025 06:46 EDT

Marriott’s New Brand Is Called Series by Marriott, and It’s Coming to India First

Not long ago, global hotel chains brought their tried-and-tested brands to India and scaled them. Now, that’s flipped. With Marriott launching something new here first, one things's for sure: India’s not just a stop, it’s the starting line. Read more ›

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Rashaad Jorden @ Skift · 05/22/2025 04:22 EDT

Google's Smart Glasses, Newark's Flight Cuts and Wyndham's Live Tourism Perks

On today's pod we discuss Google's four-eyed tools for travelers, flight cuts at Newark airport, and Wyndham's new live tourism benefits for its loyalty members. Read more ›

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Bulbul Dhawan @ Skift · 05/21/2025 23:00 EDT

The Leela’s Mega $400-Million IPO Now Has a Date

The timing couldn't be better: The Leela-parent Schloss Bangalore is gearing up for a mega IPO to drive diversification and expansion just as the hotel industry in India is heating up. Read more ›

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Justin Dawes @ Skift 1 place · 05/21/2025 17:13 EDT

Google’s New Smart Glasses. For Travelers: Live Translation, Navigation

Google's smart glasses will be a direct competitor to the Ray-Ban Meta glasses, both attempts at building hardware especially for the latest AI. Read more ›

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Dennis Schaal @ Skift · 05/21/2025 16:13 EDT

Navan Takes a Step Towards an IPO

U.S. stock markets are definitely not cooperating with Navan's long-held plans to IPO. Read more ›

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Rashaad Jorden @ Skift · 05/21/2025 14:29 EDT

Booking Holdings' Hotel Commissions 'Too High' – Swiss Watchdog Orders 25% Cut

Swiss authorities believe ordering Booking.com to cut commission fees will boost the country's hotel industry — but the online travel agency said it would appeal. Read more ›

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Brian Quinn @ Skift · 05/21/2025 13:03 EDT

Announcing the First Round of Speakers for This Year’s Skift Global Forum

The first round of speakers for Skift Global Forum have been announced, featuring top leaders from Booking Holdings, Royal Caribbean, IHG, Certares, Air India, Sensei, Six Senses, Revolution LLC, and Intrepid Travel. These industry visionaries will explore the future of travel across innovation, investment, and sustainability. Read more ›

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Meghna Maharishi @ Skift · 05/21/2025 13:00 EDT

FAA Limits Capacity Out of Newark, Airlines Endorse Restrictions

The flight caps went into effect on Tuesday, but it is unclear if Newark will be able to fix most of its operational issues before those caps are lifted. Read more ›

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Peden Doma Bhutia @ Skift 3 place · 05/21/2025 10:49 EDT

IndiGo Pushes Global Expansion With Business Class and Long-Haul Plans

IndiGo is betting that India’s time on the global aviation stage has come, and it wants to lead that charge. Read more ›

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TravelBank + Skift @ Skift · 05/21/2025 09:00 EDT

Open Bookings vs. Managed Travel: What Corporate Travel Leaders Should Know

Corporate travel buyers and financial leaders are under pressure to optimize business travel logistics and costs while providing duty of care for their employees. Achieving this combination is no small task. When it comes to choosing between open bookings and managed travel, here’s what they need to consider. Read more ›

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Varsha Arora @ Skift · 05/21/2025 07:29 EDT

India vs. China vs. Japan: What Drives Travel in Asia’s Top Markets

Asia’s top travel markets are rebounding on their own terms — favoring regional trips, redefining luxury, and reshaping global travel demand. Read more ›

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Peden Doma Bhutia @ Skift · 05/21/2025 06:33 EDT

IndiGo Reveals Launch Dates for Long-Haul European Expansion

IndiGo is using leased Dreamliners and just enough premium (think free meals, extra legroom) to tap into India’s booming long-haul demand, creating a smart middle ground between no-frills fares and full-service comfort. Read more ›

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