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Airbnb’s AI Plan: No Chatbot, More Personalization

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Skift Take: While many other travel companies have released AI chatbots, Airbnb determined that they're not good enough.

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The Wellness Travel Boom: Where the Opportunities Are

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Skift Take: Wellness tourism is on the rise as travelers increasingly prioritize mental and physical well-being. By focusing on personalized experiences, businesses across the travel value chain can take advantage.

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Star Alliance Opens its First Airport Lounge in Asia – Where Could be Next? 

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Skift Take: Once the domain of stuffy corporate types and ultra-elite leisure passengers, airport lounges have gone mainstream. The big challenge for many operators is striking a balance between accessibility and exclusivity.

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India Is ‘On Our Radar’ for 2025, Says CEO of Saudi’s Flyadeal

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Skift Take: Speaking at the Skift Global Forum East in Dubai, Steven Greenway gave his clearest hint yet that the Saudi low-cost carrier will launch services to India.

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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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Minor Hotels Plans Nearly 1,000 Hotels in 5 Years

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Skift Take: Minor is ready to go major with the launch of a real estate investment trust to drive down debt and supercharge growth.

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UAE Is in No Rush to Build Out Its Casino Sector, Says Gaming Chairman

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Skift Take: Despite the go-slow approach, the top regulator still sees parallels with Vegas' growth trajectory.

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