Australian tourism officials aren't shy about stating their lofty ambitions for the country's tourism ambitions, and this episode of the Skift Travel Podcast examines how Australia looks to grow the already booming sector. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›
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Skift India Forum is fast approaching on March 17-18 and we are looking forward to expert insights, networking, and industry-defining conversations. -Adam Stacey Read more ›
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Neom has said it wants five million visitors by 2030. For now, some projects are moving along, but it still has a lot of ground to make up. -Josh Corder Read more ›
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On today’s podcast we discuss Accor Hotels’ new focus, a hiring crisis in U.S. air traffic control, and Qantas’ long-haul wishes. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›
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The airline industry is still facing a dire air traffic controller shortage, which the FAA has previously said could last until the 2030s. -Meghna Maharishi Read more ›
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During an earnings call, CEO Harry Sommer said there was a “unique opportunity” as a cruise operator to benefit from Trump's geopolitical moves, particularly in Russia. -Jade Wilson Read more ›
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Amazon’s customer payment system is the picture of modernity, simplicity, and convenience. The travel industry pales in comparison, but that’s changing. Flywire is among the fintech companies jumping at the opportunity. -Justin Dawes Read more ›
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After years of strategic pivots and playing catch-up, the hotel giant is cleaning house, doubling down on luxury, and expanding in Southeast Asia and the Middle East. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›
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"I’m not saying we’re bringing Las Vegas to Ras Al Khaimah, but..." says a VP of the upcoming Wynn Al Marjan Island. -Josh Corder Read more ›
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If you believe the marketing hype, Qantas’ new Project Sunrise flights will “overcome the tyranny of distance.” Before it does that, it has another challenge to tackle back on terra firma – aircraft manufacturing delays. -Gordon Smith Read more ›
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Economic pressures are driving budget-conscious travel in Europe, reshaping spending, boosting midscale hotels, packaged trips, and loyalty programs. -Varsha Arora Read more ›
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A new chapter for Abercrombie & Kent will centralise its websites and social media channels and involve the launch of a travel magazine. -Jade Wilson Read more ›
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On today’s podcast, we break down the hotel loyalty race, share Alexa’s new travel skills, and explain Southwest’s new booking partnerships. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›
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Indian Gen Z travelers are budget friendly, but their budgets might force them to shift to lower-end or alternative accommodations as hotel prices continue to surge. -Bulbul Dhawan Read more ›
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Like her counterpart at Apple, the well-known voicebot Alexa is getting a total transformation with generative AI. -Justin Dawes Read more ›
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Based on their six-year growth rates, Hilton Honors is expected to surpass Marriott Bonvoy's membership count in mid-to-late 2026. Other loyalty programs with standout growth rates include Hyatt, IHG, and Global Hotel Alliance. -Sean O'Neill Read more ›
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Several of the year-on-year comparisons make for unsettling reading, however context is key – commercial air travel remains the safest form of transport. -Gordon Smith Read more ›
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This is the latest among a few major acquisitions around travel payments in the past couple of years. -Justin Dawes Read more ›
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The move marks another major shift for Southwest, which had long resisted online travel agencies and encouraged direct bookings as a way to boost customer loyalty. -Meghna Maharishi Read more ›
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On today's podcast we talk about Hyatt's new brand, rolling back passenger protections, and Goa's tourism rebrand. -Rashaad Jorden Read more ›
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