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Singapore Airlines Delivers a Masterclass in Crisis Communications — But it Wasn’t Always This Way

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Skift Take: Singapore Airlines' last fatal incident was marred by confusion and misinformation. This time it's very different.

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Are Airbnbs Cheaper Than Hotels? What the Numbers Show

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Skift Take: Staying at Airbnbs can certainly be a deal for the millions of travelers who are focused on price. But it also depends on what a guest is looking for, where and when?

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Southwest Fares Are Appearing on Google Flights

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Skift Take: Southwest has been long known for not listing its fares on Google Flights or with online travel agencies.

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Scandinavia’s Tour Bookings Surge Amid Rising Global Temperatures

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Skift Take: Online travel agencies report spikes in bookings for activities in Norway, Denmark, and Sweden. Some places see a near doubling over last year. Are travelers seeking cooler climes as extreme heat increasingly plagues southern Europe?

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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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India’s Tourism Setback: Sharp Drop in Travel Ranking Since 2019

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Skift Take: While the future of India's travel and tourism sector looks promising, the reality right now is a bit different and that's exactly what the World Economic Forum's index reflects.

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Norwegian Cruise Investor Day: More Ships, More Premium – And Cost Cuts

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Skift Take: Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings is setting its sights on the premium market, enticing well-heeled travelers with the promise of more balcony cabins and a "ship-within-a-ship" concept that caters to multigenerational cruisers.

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Entries Now Open: The Inaugural Skift Short-Term Rental Awards

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Skift Take: Introducing the Skift Short-Term Rental Awards, a new initiative designed to celebrate the individuals and organizations that are shaping the future of the industry.

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5 Countries With Booming Tourism Industries

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Skift Take: Today's podcast looks at emergent tourism destinations, Four Seasons' remote gamble, and an airport slot battle in Washington, D.C.

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Oyo Pauses IPO – Plans to Refile After Refinancing

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Skift Take: Has Oyo withdrawn its draft red herring prospectus? Yes. Has it shelved its IPO plans? No. According to sources, the withdrawal of Oyo's draft papers does not indicate that the hospitality company is abandoning its plans to go public.

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Airbnb Prices, Southwest on Google Flights, and Scandinavian Summers

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Skift Take: Today's podcast looks at Airbnb prices, summer travel in Scandinavia, and booking Southwest on Google Flights.

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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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Corporate Travel, Weddings Drive Strong Quarter For Indian Hotels – India Report

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Skift Take: We are tracking the Indian hotel industry's strong performance in the first quarter, and the momentum is expected to continue. Also interesting: Smaller cities continue to get a lion's share of new developments.

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