Alaska Airlines to Buy Hawaiian Airlines for $1.9 Billion
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 3, 2023
Skift Take: In a surprising twist, Alaska wants to buy Hawaiian.
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Capitalizing on Conversion: Taking the Project to the Finish Line with Strategic Planning and Partnerships
Lodging
DECEMBER 15, 2023
LODGING brings you the second installment of our three-part Ownership Series, providing owner perspectives on various hot topics and industry trends. We speak with Kunal Dave of Laxmi Hotels Group on his approach to each stage of the conversion process. The third article will focus on development and guest service trends in the leisure market. Conversions are a popular option among developers today, and for Kunal Dave, president of Charlotte, North Carolina-based Laxmi Hotels Group, LLC, […
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‘Specialist skills’ visa could help secure much-needed hotel managers, says AA CEO
Hotel Management
DECEMBER 10, 2023
A new 10-year Migration Strategy, announced by Home Affairs Minister Clare O’Neill on Monday, includes the introduction of a new skills visa, alongside tighter visa processes for migrant workers and international students. Accommodation Australia CEO Michael Johnson said the migration strategy “implements a number of reforms which will improve the system, while recognising more work needs to be done”, pointing to the importance of further consultation on issues such as the chronic labour shortag
Americans Are Eager to Ride Trains. Amtrak Can’t Add Them Fast Enough.
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 1, 2023
Skift Take: The future for Amtrak looks bright. If only it can deliver the trains Americans want.
State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
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.
Biden Administration Unveils $8 Billion for Train Projects, With First U.S. High-Speed Rail Line
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 8, 2023
Skift Take: President Biden is living up to his nickname Amtrak Joe with some big dollars for new passenger rail service across the country.
African Nations Look to India to Increase Tourism
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 14, 2023
Skift Take: The rapidly booming Indian travel market is driving destinations worldwide to ramp up their marketing efforts toward the increasingly lucrative group - including those in Africa for which India is already a crucial source market.
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South Korea Launches Digital Nomad Visa. Coming Soon: Visas for K-Pop Fans
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 31, 2023
Skift Take: South Korea has its eyes on steady earners with a $66,000 income bar for digital nomads. If it is looking to attract 20 million visitors, it might be time to spice things up a bit more with that K-Culture visa.
8 Airline Mergers That Shaped Today’s U.S. Industry
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Skift Take: Eight mergers have really shaped the U.S. airline industry we have today.
Starlink Signs Major Airlines for In-Flight Connectivity in 2023
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 20, 2023
Skift Take: In-flight internet connectivity is ready for its next phase, with Starlink going live with its satellite solution in 2023 and lining up airline contracts.
7 Trends Safari Operators in Africa Are Seeing For 2024
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 30, 2023
Skift Take: Many safari lovers are looking for immersive experiences, and not just chasing the Big 5 animal species.
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!
Married Yet Solo: More Women Are Traveling Without Their Plus-Ones
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 18, 2023
Skift Take: A growing trend of married older women traveling solo points to a broader societal shift of lifestyle choices as travel companies adapt to this diverse demographic with tailored and safe experiences.
Barbie’s DreamHouse, Star Wars Galaxy: Growing Trend of Themed Rentals
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 25, 2023
Skift Take: The trend of themes in vacation rentals is niche, but popular — is it also a viable investment in the long-term?
Short-Term Rentals in 2024: Small Cities, Rural Areas May Soar
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 26, 2023
Skift Take: After a volatile 2023, next year may see demand and supply back in balance.
Airbnb Lawsuit in New York Exposes Fake Listings Issue
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 1, 2023
Skift Take: Verifying listings has not been a top priority for Airbnb over the years. But trying to root out fake listings through verification measures is high on the agenda for 2024. The effort would leak into 2025 at a minimum.
Diving into Diversity: Decoding the Foundations of Inclusion in Hospitality Talent Acquisition
Speaker: Lauren Fernandez - CEO & Founder, Full Course
Companies all over the world, including Marriot International and Hilton Worldwide, are aware of the value of including DEI in their talent acquisition strategy. However, despite these initiatives, there is still plenty that the hospitality sector can do to promote DEI. When comparing the hospitality industries in India, Iraq, the UK, and the US, you will see that there is a consistent underrepresentation of persons from different ethnic, gender, and disability origins across all levels of the i
Taylor Swift’s Singapore Concert Sparks Tourism Boom in Southeast Asia
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 24, 2023
Skift Take: For an events-led tourism destination like Singapore, the Taylor Swift concert has been music to the coffers, errr… ears!
Delta to Slow Down Pilot Hiring in 2024
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 30, 2023
Skift Take: Delta’s pilot hiring plans for 2024 show that the airline industry’s post-pandemic hiring surge may be coming to an end.
Alaska Airlines: Pacific Northwest Charm Can Beat Luxury
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 28, 2023
Skift Take: Alaska may not be the sexiest carrier in North America, but its brand management and consistent execution across various customer touch points is a masterclass.
Airline Loyalty Changes in 2024: More Credit Card Perks, Spending Wins Over Mileage
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 27, 2023
Skift Take: Many of the loyalty program changes in 2024 are part of a continuing trend in the airline industry to reward customers who spend more.
A Buyer’s Guide to Future-Proofing Your Restaurant Tech Stack
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The Fight Against Junk Fees: Skift Timeline
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 28, 2023
Skift Take: The junk fee issue isn't new – but the fight against them is getting more intense.
Hotel Loyalty Race: Hilton Gains on Marriott
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 31, 2023
Skift Take: Hilton grew its hotel loyalty program the most over the past five years. Long-term trends reveal who's ahead and what the effect on hotel owners has been.
Hyperloop One to Shut Down, Ending Its Vision for ‘Frictionless’ Transport
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 22, 2023
Skift Take: Commercial considerations doomed high-speed freight company Hyperloop One, which featured tech that attracted the interest of Elon Musk and Richard Branson. The company is dead, but the dream lives on.
TSA Airport Security Self-Screening Lanes Could Be Part of the Future of Travel
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 23, 2023
Skift Take: You can imagine one major security lapse putting pressure on the gutting of self-screening. On the other hand, TSA manual screening has been rife with miscues, as well.
Beyond The Meeting Room: Luxury Magazine Resource
Advertiser: ALHI
Escape into a world of luxury and dive into the future of tech, fun takes on the American pastime, and many inspirational individuals. With engaging reports on fashion, food, travel, finance, sports, and more, download now and enjoy the read!
Ask Skift: What Are the Biggest Challenges the Travel Industry Faces?
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 29, 2023
Skift Take: The travel industry faces several challenges entering the new year, and here's a list of the biggest ones it faces on its ongoing road to a full recovery.
Kickstart Your 2024 New Year’s Resolutions at Skift Megatrends
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 27, 2023
Skift Take: A new year means new resolutions and what better way to develop your 2024 professional resolutions than by attending Skift Megatrends, our most popular event forecasting the top trends that will define the travel industry for the year ahead.
Flight Attendants Want More from U.S. Airlines. It Might Take a Strike to Get There.
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 12, 2023
Skift Take: Labor discontent is rife in the skies over the U.S.
Hilton’s New Hotel Brands: What Trademark Filings Reveal
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 10, 2023
Skift Take: Hilton has struggled to get the H3 brand trademarked for its new extended-stay hotels. Some alternative names it's considering include Livsmart, filings showed.
The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!
‘No Hidden Fees’ Is Latest Bill in U.S. Congress to Target Hotel Junk Fees
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 1, 2023
Skift Take: When a hotel rate appears in Google Search or on an online platform will it include the junk fee that makes it more expensive than a rival? That's what's a stake in these bills for the travel industry.
Skift’s Top 12 Travel Research Reports of 2023
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 26, 2023
Skift Take: Did you miss some of our Skift Research reports during a busy year? Have no fear! We've gone back and hand-picked our favorite 12 must-read reports for the year.
Paris Hilton Backs New AI Trip Planner and Jet Engine Startup Raises $116 Million
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 1, 2023
Skift Take: Paris Hilton is backing a new trip planner that combines AI and social media, shortly after another social media-based travel app announced backing by John Legend.
Skift Research’s 5 Favorite Charts of 2023
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 29, 2023
Skift Take: While we're sure your parents love all their children equally, for our analysts, there’s always a data story that stands out.
5 Ways You Can Win Faster with Gen AI in Sales
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
Incorporating generative AI (gen AI) into your sales process can speed up your wins through improved efficiency, personalized customer interactions, and better informed decision- making. Gen AI is a game changer for busy salespeople and can reduce time-consuming tasks, such as customer research, note-taking, and writing emails, and provide insightful data analysis and recommendations.
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