Lodging
JUNE 19, 2024
When it comes to in-room entertainment technology, the guest experience is driven by guest expectations. Hoteliers looking to foster loyalty often feel pressure to meet these preferences, which tend to be generational. “As Millennial and Gen Z travelers represent an increasing share of bookings, they’re bringing their technology expectations with them,” observed Peter Feeney, vice president, DISH Business.
Skift Blog
JUNE 21, 2024
Skift Take: Many destinations in seeking to regulate short-term rentals try to balance the needs of locals with the benefits of tourism. Barcelona has had enough.
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Hotel Management
JUNE 17, 2024
The New South Wales government has vowed to increase support for tourism, nightlife and major events in the state budget, announced on Tuesday, marking a positive outcome for the hotel sector, according to Accommodation Australia NSW General Manager, Stacey McBride. Destination NSW will receive AU$324.5 million in funding to support the development of a ‘Foundation Events’ category, recognising the role that key events play, while the new Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality a
Skift Blog
JUNE 18, 2024
Skift Take: A fifth tourist has died due to high temperatures in Greece this month. The country is acting quickly to close down popular attractions. But this is only the start of the summer, and Southern European cities are likely to face one climate-related disaster after the next.
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Skift Blog
JUNE 20, 2024
Skift Take: Varying state laws on price transparency may become confusing for consumers and a more complex issue for short-term rental providers.
Skift Blog
JUNE 21, 2024
Skift Take: If Taiwan continues with its plan to allow visa-on-arrival for Indian travelers, it will join a growing list of countries that are easing visa requirements to attract the outbound market. Also in focus are money minting corporate events for Indian business travelers.
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Skift Blog
JUNE 18, 2024
Skift Take: Bookings are now open for the first publicly available international electric flights in Europe — but the trips come with a few pre-departure caveats.
Skift Blog
JUNE 20, 2024
Skift Take: A one-stop shop with answers to most of your questions about the best event in travel, Skift Global Forum, and what to expect.
Skift Blog
JUNE 20, 2024
Skift Take: Lighthouse, the travel startup formerly known as OTA Insight, has bought Berlin-based HQ revenue. The deal marks another step in Lighthouse's strategy of expanding through talent acquisition rather than merely accumulating customer lists.
Skift Blog
JUNE 17, 2024
Skift Take: New York City has only approved a couple of thousand host registrations, and all for reservations where the host is present during the stay. That's great news for neighborhoods sick of house parties and illegal hotels, and dour news for tourists and short-term rental platforms.
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Skift Blog
JUNE 20, 2024
Skift Take: The two-tier pricing debate enters its Japanese edition with businesses trying to strike a balance between catering to loyal local customers while staying true to Omotenashi (Japanese hospitality).
Skift Blog
JUNE 17, 2024
Skift Take: Most of the startups that raised money last week were focused on helping hotels and short-term rentals book more guests and smooth out operations.
Skift Blog
JUNE 16, 2024
Skift Take: Minor, with 540 hotels, aims to solidify its position as a major player. Expect it to expand its portfolio by 200 hotels by 2026, possibly through some M&A.
Skift Blog
JUNE 20, 2024
Skift Take: To remain competitive and optimize revenue, hoteliers need to think like retailers and shift their focus from filing rooms to providing unique guest experiences. True hospitality is about more than just providing a place to stay.
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
Skift Blog
JUNE 17, 2024
Skift Take: Swapping its beaches, party, and nightlife image for a digital nomad haven, Goa's got plans beyond just sand and surf — think laptops and lattes.
Skift Blog
JUNE 21, 2024
Skift Take: With faster passport renewals, Americans will have an easier time traveling internationally.
Skift Blog
JUNE 20, 2024
Skift Take: Today's podcast looks at an extremely hot Europe, Euro 2024's appeal to Asian travelers, and JetBlue's baggage shift.
Skift Blog
JUNE 19, 2024
Skift Take: As JetBlue makes carry-on bags free for all passengers, is United's isolated market positioning becoming increasingly untenable?
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Skift Blog
JUNE 20, 2024
Skift Take: Amid fierce competition, loyalty programs have transitioned from a mere perk to a pivotal component of a brand's strategy to foster customer allegiance and encourage repeat business. Customization is key to successfully introducing travel solutions and sustaining loyalty over time.
Skift Blog
JUNE 20, 2024
Skift Take: As Saudi Arabia battles a fatal heatwave that has claimed over 1,000 lives during the Hajj pilgrimage, the global heat crisis continues to intensify.
Skift Blog
JUNE 18, 2024
Skift Take: Forget the TV screen — new-age Asian travelers want to be pitch-side cheering their favorite team.
Skift Blog
JUNE 18, 2024
Skift Take: In a heated exchange, senators questioned Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun on the company’s safety record, mounting whistleblower allegations, and his pay.
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Skift Blog
JUNE 21, 2024
Skift Take: Without a new contract, American Airlines flight attendants say they are preparing to potentially strike.
Skift Blog
JUNE 21, 2024
Skift Take: American is the latest major U.S. carrier to pause hiring new pilots. The carrier is facing a weaker financial outlook for the second quarter and is moderating its growth for the year.
Skift Blog
JUNE 18, 2024
Skift Take: Cambodian tourists have largely visited India for religious travel to Buddhist sites and for affordable medical treatments. With the first-ever direct flight between the two countries, more Cambodian tourists are expected to explore different destinations within the country. Meanwhile, Cambodia is hoping to attract more Indians, who are gaining importance in the region.
Skift Blog
JUNE 17, 2024
Skift Take: The move could be a blow to carriers like JSX, whose appeal is in part offering customers a private jet-like experience.
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Skift Blog
JUNE 17, 2024
Skift Take: Short-term rental regulations in New York City have harmed some businesses, but here's an example of a startup whose founders said the rules have helped.
Skift Blog
JUNE 19, 2024
Skift Take: A new stock market index to track the performance of the travel sector is an indicator of the segment's growth in India. Travel companies are having a dream run at the Indian bourses. It remains to be seen whether this demand will sustain over the long term.
Skift Blog
JUNE 17, 2024
Skift Take: TravelPerk has joined a group of business travel companies making acquisitions this year, and industry decision makers say there are more to come.
Skift Blog
JUNE 20, 2024
Skift Take: Mastercard found that nine in 10 travel decision-makers plan on investing in AI and machine learning to improve processes and personalize travel for employees.
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