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Rashaad Jorden @ Skift · 05/21/2025 03:37 EDT

Google's New AI Mode, Congress’ Favorite Travel Stocks, and Hotels.com's AI Planner

For today’s pod we look at some really big AI announcements by Google and a smaller one by Hotels.com. We also look at the stocks members of the U.S. congress are trading. Read more ›

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Peden Doma Bhutia @ Skift · 05/21/2025 01:17 EDT

Sabre’s India Chief on Finding Talent, Tech Shifts, and What Travelers Want Now

As India adds airports, links more towns, and packs hotel rooms, the real question isn’t if travel will boom, it’s whether the industry can keep up. Read more ›

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Bulbul Dhawan @ Skift · 05/20/2025 23:00 EDT

Indian Hotel Industry to Reach $13 Billion by 2027: What's Driving This Growth

Domestic and inbound tourism, along with a growing MICE segment, are the Indian hotel industry's biggest bets, as demand continues to outpace supply. Read more ›

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Sean O'Neill @ Skift · 05/20/2025 21:43 EDT

Wyndham Launches Loyalty Program for 'Live Tourism' and Experiences

Wyndham is recognizing that its frequent guests like doing things, not just sleeping in rooms. Its loyalty members can now trade points for experiences like sold-out concerts and sports events. Read more ›

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Justin Dawes @ Skift · 05/20/2025 18:02 EDT

Google’s New 'AI Mode' for Search: The Impact on Trip Planning

This was Google's biggest group of AI announcements yet. With all the of the travel-related demos, the industry is clearly top-of-mind during development. Read more ›

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Sean O'Neill @ Skift · 05/20/2025 13:29 EDT

Ascott Targets 300 New Properties, Eyes Resort Deals to Fill Loyalty Gap

Ascott got its start providing extended stays for corporate travelers. But it hasn't opened enough properties in places where people dream of vacationing. So expect it to buy resorts. Read more ›

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Justin Dawes @ Skift · 05/20/2025 13:02 EDT

Hotels.com Has a New Chatbot Trip Planner. Here's How it Works

The Hotels.com app is integrated with the chatbot in a simplistic way that makes it easy to use, but the errors don't help to set it apart. Read more ›

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Dave Levinthal @ Skift 2 place · 05/20/2025 11:26 EDT

The Travel Stocks Congress Loves to Trade

More than three dozen lawmakers and their spouses have traded stocks in travel companies — even as they oversee and regulate them. Read more ›

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Meghna Maharishi @ Skift · 05/20/2025 11:16 EDT

Delta Air Lines Resumes Flights to Tel Aviv After May 4 Missile Attack

Delta forged ahead with plans to resume service to Tel Aviv as some European carriers rethink service to the region. Read more ›

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Gordon Smith @ Skift · 05/20/2025 09:12 EDT

Qatar Airways CEO: Boeing Win Over Airbus was a ‘Very Close Call’

Al-Meer’s comments herald a bold new chapter anchored around U.S.-built aircraft, but they're also a reaffirmation of Qatar Airways’ pragmatic and often opportunistic fleet strategy. Read more ›

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Kanchi Jain @ Skift · 05/20/2025 03:39 EDT

The Venture Capital View on Generative AI in Travel

Fewer engineers. Leaner teams. Faster launches. As generative AI rewrites the rules of startup economics, investors like Cara Whitehill are rethinking how to scale, compete, and even invest. Read more ›

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Rashaad Jorden @ Skift · 05/20/2025 03:20 EDT

Fairmont's New Marketing, Airbnb’s Experience Challenge and AirAsia Move’s Rebrand

On today’s pod we look closer at the market for Airbnb’s new product, Fairmont’s new marketing campaign, and AirAsia’s move for its Move app. Read more ›

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Peden Doma Bhutia @ Skift · 05/20/2025 03:00 EDT

Trip.com Group Rides AI, Inbound Boom, and Older Travelers to Strong Quarter

Trip.com’s inbound bookings soared 100% as China’s visa-free policies lured more tourists. With AI and senior travelers fueling growth, the company’s global comeback looks sharp and well-targeted. Read more ›

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Bulbul Dhawan @ Skift 1 place · 05/20/2025 01:30 EDT

Inside Radisson's 'Welcome India' Program, Expansion Plans, and Marketing Strategy

Radisson now has 200 properties in its India portfolio and is optimistic about having 500 operating hotels in the next 5-7 years. But a strong marketing strategy is amiss as it relies on word of mouth and loyalty. Read more ›

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Bulbul Dhawan @ Skift 3 place · 05/19/2025 23:00 EDT

Indian Airports Drop Turkish, Chinese Partners Amid Geopolitical Tensions

The India-Pakistan armed conflict may have ended, but the fallout continues to impact how Indian travel companies conduct business. Read more ›

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Dennis Schaal @ Skift · 05/19/2025 18:35 EDT

5 Challenges for Airbnb Experiences

The latest version of Airbnb Experiences won't be a slam dunk even with a $250 million investment, and Airbnb hiring staff with experiences on their resumes. Read more ›

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Luke Martin @ Skift · 05/19/2025 12:59 EDT

Room00 Raises $450 Million to Expand Its Urban Hotels and Hostels Across Europe

With new funding secured, Room00 plans to expand quickly, but it says it won't forget its niche. Read more ›

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Rashaad Jorden @ Skift 2 place · 05/19/2025 12:26 EDT

Spain Orders Airbnb to Block More Than 65,000 Holiday Rentals

The Spanish's government order is the latest move to crack down on short-term rentals in response to the shortage of affordable housing. Read more ›

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Qiddiya City + Skift @ Skift 3 place · 05/19/2025 10:12 EDT

Why Live Tourism Is a Top Priority for Global Travel Investment

Live tourism has taken hold across the global travel industry. With trillions of dollars at stake, travel companies are actively looking to invest in destinations that provide seasonality-proof opportunities for entertainment, sports, and cultural experiences that meet this demand. Read more ›

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Ashab Rizvi @ Skift · 05/19/2025 09:32 EDT

Rising Costs, Supply Strains, Weakening Demand: Airlines Face New Challenges

The airline industry's resilience in the post-pandemic period is being tested by a restructuring of the global economy. Read more ›

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