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DOT Launches Probe Into Loyalty Programs of 4 Largest U.S. Airlines

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Skift Take: The investigation seeks to determine whether recent industry trends like devaluing the worth of miles and consolidation have adversely affected consumers.

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Anantara’s Urban Shift Signals Minor Hotels’ Luxury Ambitions in Europe

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Skift Take: Minor Hotels is transforming its Anantara brand, spreading its traditional resort-focused roots in Asia, and growing an urban luxury hotel portfolio in Europe.

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Rome Eyes Tourist Reservation System for Trevi Fountain

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Skift Take: The Trevi Fountain could be the latest world-renowned attraction to limit access to tourists after a summer of overtourism.

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American Airlines Adds 5 New European Routes for Summer 2025

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Skift Take: The new routes are a bet that the international travel boom will continue next summer.

Travel 312
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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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Home Swapping Is Thriving in New York City While Short-Term Rentals Fade

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Skift Take: Like many condos in New York City, home-swapping isn't addressed in Local Law 18. Should it be?

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Fosun Sells Thomas Cook to Private Equity-Backed eSky: 8 Takeaways

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Skift Take: For eSky, Thomas Cook's storied brand offers a shortcut to recognition in Western Europe. Or at least that's the wager of eSky's new private equity backer MCI Capital. As for Fosun, what will it sell next? Club Med?

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JetBlue Raises Third-Quarter Outlook, Sees Bump in Summer Bookings

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Skift Take: It looks like JetBlue’s new strategy that emphasizes cutting unprofitable routes and bolstering leisure capacity in the East Coast is continuing to pay off.

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Travel’s Power Players, Hotel Growth Race and Expedia’s B2B Business

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Skift Take: Today's podcast looks at the most influential people in the travel industry, who comes out on top of Marriott and Hilton's portfolio growth battle, and Expedia Group's defense of B2B.

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Equipping Destination Organizations With Essential Tools for Success in 2025 and Beyond 

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Skift Take: Destination organizations and convention and visitors bureaus (CVBs) are operating in an increasingly demanding environment characterized by shifting consumer preferences and intense competition. They can address these challenges and improve decision-making by leveraging Destinations International's tailored suite of tools and products.

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Short-Term Rental Regulation Silver Linings

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Skift Take: A growing number of governments are seeking to regulate their short-term rental markets -- but increased regulations don't have to be a death knell for the industry, and in some cases can actually help operators.

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Don't Let AI Pass You By: The New Era of Personalized Sales Coaching & Development

Speaker: Brendan Sweeney, VP of Sales & Devyn Blume, Sr. Account Executive

Are you curious about how artificial intelligence is reshaping sales coaching, learning, and development? Join Brendan Sweeney and Devyn Blume of Allego for an engaging new webinar exploring AI's transformative role in sales coaching and performance improvement! Brendan and Devyn will share actionable insights and strategies for integrating AI into coaching and development - ensuring personalized, effective, and scalable training!