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American Airlines Bets on Hydrogen-Electric Engines Despite Limits

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Airlines have been making larger investments in hydrogen-electric startups as they look for ways to become more sustainable. But it’s unclear if such engines can be used on a wide scale.

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Marriott International’s Sean Hunt retires after 37 years

Hotel Management

Long-time Marriott International executive Sean Hunt has retired from his position as Area Vice President for Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific (ANZP), effective Monday July 1. A spokesperson for Marriott confirmed Hunt’s retirement following a 37-year stint with the company announcing an interim leader while a replacement is sought. “Marriott International announced Sean Hunt’s’ retirement as Area Vice President for Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific (ANZP), effective July 1,” the

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This Is How Wealthy Chinese Female Travelers Think of Travel

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Skift Take: For Chinese women travelers, travel is now a powerful way to express their individuality. Sure, you might spot them shopping at Prada, but there's so much more to their adventures.

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Business Travel Rebounds Even as Companies Cut Costs

Skift Blog

Skift Take: The rebound in business travel is real, but companies still say they're worried about higher prices.

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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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Lastminute.com Starts Adding TUI Group’s Travel Experiences to Packages

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Lastminute.com Group's deal with TUI Musement will enable more travelers to book tours and activities as an add-on to flight-plus-hotel packages.

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What Are ‘Dumping Tours’ and Why Is South Korea Cracking Down on Them?

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Ever snagged a dirt-cheap tour package and thought you hit the jackpot, only to find your guide dragging you from one souvenir shop to the next? Well, guess what? You’ve just been on a dumping tour.

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Disney’s ESPN Rolls Out Its First Travel Experiences

Skift Blog

Skift Take: ESPN dives into the experiences market with a high-end MLB tour, blending sports and travel for die-hard fans.

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Back to the Future? Tripadvisor Debuts Brand Ad Campaign Highlighting User Reviews

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Tripadvisor has been brand-building in the past year, both for its Viator and Tripadvisor brands. Can it do both?

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Trip.com Boosts Travel Experiences with Prioticket Deal

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Skift Take: Trip.com recently added attractions as a bookable category for travelers worldwide. Its partnership with Prioticket highlights the increasing trend of B2B partnerships in the experiences category.

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Why There Are No Direct Flights Connecting India and China 

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Skift Take: Not only are there no China-India direct flights, Chinese nationals have also reported facing difficulties while applying for an Indian visa.

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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!

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Hotel Signings Remain Strong in India Despite Slow May – India Report

Skift Blog

Skift Take: We're always talking about growth in India, and the hotel industry has had a significant number of branded signings and openings this year. But in May, there was a significant decline in average daily rates and revenue per available room compared to April.