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Darin Graham @ Skift 1 place · today 12:52 EDT

India Plans to Limit Air Conditioning in Hotels Amid Soaring Heat and Power Demand

As global temperatures rise and warnings mount over soaring aircon demand, India’s move could be just the beginning. More countries may soon be forced to follow with similar limits to keep energy systems from overuse. Read more

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Peden Doma Bhutia @ Skift 2 place · today 01:29 EDT

Qantas Group to Shut Down Jetstar Asia Operations

Moral of the story: Being low-cost is no longer enough. Without scale, efficiency, and solid financial backing, it’s getting harder for smaller airlines to stay in the game — especially with the kind of cut-throat competition we’re seeing in the region. Read more

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Gordon Smith @ Skift 3 place · today 07:48 EDT

Rolls-Royce CEO: Only Sustainable Aviation Fuel Can Decarbonize Long-Haul Flights

Forget the hydrogen hype – at least for now. Rolls-Royce says sustainable aviation fuel is the only viable path to cutting emissions for long-haul air travel in the next 20 years. Read more

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Dennis Schaal @ Skift · today 17:58 EDT

Los Angeles Immigration Protests Spur Some Travelers to Change Plans

International tourists viewing the headlines from Los Angeles and other big U.S. cities may decide to skip the hassle and vacation elsewhere. The U.S. keeps giving tourists reasons to not visit. Read more

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Meghna Maharishi @ Skift · today 15:18 EDT

Senators Grill Trump’s FAA Pick Over Pilot Training 

Although Bedford has broad industry support, some Democrats and pilots’ unions are concerned about his stances on pilot training requirements. Read more

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Darin Graham @ Skift · today 15:16 EDT

Short-Term Rentals Could Benefit as Extreme Weather Disrupts Travel

Extreme weather isn't just a future concern, it’s already driving demand for rentals. But costs are rising too. Read more

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Sean O'Neill @ Skift · today 14:00 EDT

Wyndham's New Ad Blitz: 25 Brands, 1 Message

The world's largest hotel franchisor wants its guests to think "I am a Wyndham person" rather than "I am a Super 8 person who sometimes stays at other random hotels." Read more

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Gordon Smith @ Skift · today 13:17 EDT

U.S. Demand Is Recovering After Trump 'Liberation Day' Hit, Says IAG CEO

Despite political noise and some short-term booking softness, IAG appears bullish on U.S. demand. CEO Luis Gallego says the real problem isn’t a “Trump Slump,” but a shortage of aircraft throttling global growth. Read more

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Luke Martin and Sean O'Neill @ Skift · today 11:21 EDT

Hotels Shrug Off Airbnb's Push Into Experiences – But They Still Need to Compete

Airbnb’s relaunch of its Experiences platform and new offering of hotel-style à la carte services might pressure hoteliers. But so far, many hotel execs seem unfazed. Read more

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Viasat + Skift @ Skift · today 09:00 EDT

Beyond Wi-Fi: Exploring The Strategic Value of In-Flight Connectivity

In-flight Wi-Fi is evolving from a perk to a strategic advantage. As passenger expectations rise, airlines that integrate seamless connectivity into loyalty and revenue strategies will gain a competitive edge. Read more

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Clara Awuse @ Skift · 06/10/2025 16:53 EDT

Corporate Travel’s New Boss: The Finance Department

Finance teams have quietly become power players in corporate travel. The shift began years ago but has sped up post-pandemic. The challenge now? Ensuring that the traveler experience and domain expertise aren’t lost in the numbers. Read more

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Dennis Schaal @ Skift 3 place · 06/10/2025 14:46 EDT

Airbnb Accused of Poaching Tour Guides From Rival Platforms to Grow Experiences

Whether the poaching attempts were a rogue or not, it's clear that Airbnb is going all-out to compete in its new experiences business. Read more

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Luke Martin @ Skift · 06/10/2025 13:58 EDT

IHG CEO Sees U.S. Travel 'Bounce Back,' Targets Asia for Expansion

IHG’s confidence in domestic U.S. travel and bullish outlook on China suggest it’s more focused on geographic diversification than short-term headwinds. Its message: the turbulence is real, but not enough to stop the long-haul growth. Read more

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Darin Graham @ Skift · 06/10/2025 12:08 EDT

Travel Brands Stick With Carbon Capture Firm Despite Layoffs and Setbacks

Carbon capture may be a promising climate solution, but the gap between promise and delivery is growing harder to ignore. Read more

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Luke Martin @ Skift · 06/10/2025 08:56 EDT

Meliá Hotels CEO Eyes Growth in Emerging Destinations as U.S. Travelers Boost European Resorts

Meliá's ability to stay profitable while expanding is notable. CEO Gabriel Escarrer tells Skift he's turning the group into a global resort operator, not just a Mediterranean one. Read more

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Rashaad Jorden @ Skift · 06/10/2025 05:21 EDT

Marriott's Mid-Market Push, Apple's Travel Updates and Google's AI Tools

On today’s pod we look at Marriott’s cheaper room push, Apple’s new tools for travelers, and Google’s rapidly changing marketing landscape. Read more

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Bulbul Dhawan @ Skift · 06/09/2025 23:00 EDT

Why Oyo Is Doubling Down on Its Company-Serviced Hotels

India’s growing purchasing power is driving Oyo towards premiumization, but it’s doing it Oyo style. Read more

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Peden Doma Bhutia @ Skift · 06/09/2025 20:00 EDT

Hilton Opens Garden Inn Gen A in China as Brand Bets on Young Travelers

By focusing on franchise and joint venture deals, Hilton’s found a way to grow quickly without spending a lot of its own money. It’s a smart, low-risk strategy and one that seems to be paying off. Read more

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Justin Dawes @ Skift 1 place · 06/09/2025 16:29 EDT

Apple’s Travel Upgrades: New Digital Passport, Live Translation for Messages and Calls

Apple is testing its own version of live translation, but not for face-to-face conversations through wearable devices. Read more

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Meghna Maharishi @ Skift · 06/09/2025 16:21 EDT

Breeze CEO on Low-Cost Carriers' Future and 'The Piss-Off Factor' Keeping Tourists Away

The drop in interest in traveling to the U.S. is real, and it very well may fade as Breeze's CEO says. But repairing the brand damage will take time. Read more

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Sean O'Neill @ Skift · 06/09/2025 14:48 EDT

Marriott Chases Lower Price Points With $100-a-Night Rooms

Marriott has realized it has been been leaving money on the table by primarily catering to expense-account travelers and vacationers in the luxury and upscale segments. Read more

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Seth Borko @ Skift 1 place · 06/09/2025 10:33 EDT

At Skift Research, we think travel leaders need to be a little Google-obsessed. It’s one of the most important drivers of bookings, and our data shows Google is undergoing a real-time AI transformation with massive implications for the industry. Read more

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Epsilon + Skift @ Skift 1 place · 06/09/2025 09:23 EDT

New Report: How Travel Marketers Are Using AI

The travel business has unparalleled access to customer data, and AI offers ample avenues to apply it and improve the traveler experience. By creating insights and knowledge, including who to talk to, where to reach them, and what to say to them, AI offers travel marketers unique opportunities to help their brands make better decisions that can drive business growth at scale. Read more

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Peden Doma Bhutia @ Skift · 06/09/2025 04:45 EDT

Japan to Revamp Entry Rules for Tourists: What's Changing

As visitor numbers to Japan soar, so do the headaches. But despite a target of 60 million tourists a year by 2030, authorities aren’t afraid of adding a few hoops. The government’s betting visitors will come anyway. Read more

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Justin Dawes @ Skift 1 place · 06/08/2025 08:00 EDT

Travel Tech M&A Ramps Up: 40+ Deals in 3 Months

Economic uncertainty leads to lower valuations, and that means it can be a good time to buy for companies that have the means. Read more

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Dennis Schaal @ Skift 1 place · 06/06/2025 15:54 EDT

Brand USA Funding Would be Slashed by 80% in Senate Republican Proposal

If the measure ultimately becomes law, it would severely hamper Brand USA's ability to market the U.S. internationally as a travel destination. Read more

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Colin Nagy @ Skift 2 place · 06/06/2025 13:47 EDT

Capella's Break-Out Year: Four Openings, Two Brands, Cracking Luxury’s Toughest Challenge

The Singapore-based hotel group expands its portfolio while expanding a second brand, demonstrating that growth and craft excellence aren't mutually exclusive. Read more

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Luke Martin @ Skift 1 place · 06/06/2025 12:33 EDT

EasyHotel CEO Lays Out Growth Plans After Private Equity Buyout

It's scaling back a plan to double its hotels and it's not focused on profits. But expect a lot of growth in Spain and more franchising. Read more

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Meghna Maharishi @ Skift · 06/06/2025 12:22 EDT

Breeze Airways IPO in 2026? 'There Could Be Window for That,' CEO Says

Breeze reported its first profitable quarter this year, and CEO David Neeleman said the company is “building cash.” Read more

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Rashaad Jorden @ Skift 2 place · 06/06/2025 11:59 EDT

The New Era of Solo Women Travelers – Skift Travel Podcast

Solo women travelers above 50 are a booming demographic, but there are several misconceptions about the group, which we examine in this episode of the Skift Travel Podcast. Read more

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