Skift Blog
OCTOBER 24, 2024
Skift Take: Malaga's politicians are aiming to relieve the strain on affordable housing by tightening regulations on short-term rentals. However, given the current popularity of southern Spain, this move could shift the pressure to nearby destinations.
Lodging
DECEMBER 1, 2024
Hotel properties have a continuous flow of guests, which necessitates safeguarding everyone on the premises with comprehensive security measures. Trying to balance a warm and welcoming environment with security that is non-disruptive to guests is challenging to hotel security teams with the ebb and flow of people and activities occurring every day at all hours.
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Hospitality Net
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
As the closing part for the Thematic with Oracle Hospitality focusing on how generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) will help hoteliers, this latest panel discussion [link to video] is truly superb 50-minute conversation with Jason Bryant and Tanya Pratt, two senior leaders at Oracle Hospitality.
Hotel Management
OCTOBER 29, 2024
Fresh from its $30 million hotel refurbishment in January this year, Amora Hotel Brisbane has reemerged as a premier destination for MICE planners and delegates, boasting newly transformed spaces. As Brisbane rises as a leading destination for both MICE and sporting events, the hotel’s renovation comes at the perfect time to capitalise on these thriving sectors.
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!
Skift Blog
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
Skift Take: While many other travel companies have released AI chatbots, Airbnb determined that they're not good enough.
Skift Blog
OCTOBER 20, 2024
Many of the world’s biggest airlines are making a withdrawal from China. The list is large and it’s growing by the week.
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Skift Blog
SEPTEMBER 1, 2024
Skift Take: Local Law 18 hasn't yet led to a significant amount of additional long-term housing in NYC and hotels are thriving. But small-time hosts have lost a key source of income. Modifications, and a more balanced approach, are needed.
Skift Blog
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Skift Take: This seems to be a trial balloon. No active talks are underway. But it makes intuitive sense given Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi's past and current ties with Expedia.
Skift Blog
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
Skift Take: Throughout its 40-year history, Virgin Atlantic has made its name by shaking up the airline establishment. This move suggests that when cultural sensitivities are concerned, even a trailblazer can have its limits.
Skift Blog
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
Skift Take: Now that Marriott International has doubled in size over a decade, it saw an opportunity to rethink its organization and restructure for efficiency.
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Skift Blog
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Skift Take: Traveling for music, sports, natural wonders – the experiences we share with others are a powerful force for connecting the world. We call it Live Tourism.
Skift Blog
JULY 28, 2024
Skift Take: Rules for gambling in the UAE include "cooling off periods," betting limits and a connection to a business in the UAE.
Skift Blog
APRIL 17, 2024
Skift Take: The net proceeds of Brian Chesky's 10-year pay package — which he said would be donated to host programs and to charities — would really soar if Airbnb's share price breaches tough-to-reach targets.
Skift Blog
JULY 10, 2024
Skift Take: Airbnb loves publicity, but not when it involves stories about hidden security cameras inside its properties.
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
MARCH 20, 2024
Skift Take: Michael O’Leary’s public condemnation of Boeing’s corporate culture and recent changes to its 737 Max program will likely heap further pressure on the planemaker.
Skift Blog
SEPTEMBER 4, 2024
Skift Take: Power is not just about who holds the top job but who shapes the landscape, drives innovation, and sets the agenda for what comes next. With that in mind, we proudly present Skift’s Power Rankings — our list of the most powerful leaders in travel.
Skift Blog
OCTOBER 25, 2024
Skift Take: There are several startups worldwide developing flyings taxis, but it's a capital-intensive venture. Lilium isn't the first to face empty coffers.
Skift Blog
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Skift Take: Oyo, based in India, has tried for years to gain traction in the U.S., but it has claimed that competitors have played hardball. It's now betting that buying a network is its best way to gain scale fast.
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Skift Blog
SEPTEMBER 1, 2024
Skift Take: The German airline group wants to avoid purchasing a controlling stake in TAP because it doesn't require approval from European Union antitrust authorities.
Skift Blog
OCTOBER 6, 2024
Skift Take: The UAE’s emerging casino industry remains under wraps, but growing investments and behind-the-scenes developments indicate a lucrative future, quietly reshaping the region’s tourism and entertainment landscape for foreign travelers.
Skift Blog
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Skift Take: If you thought Etihad’s recent growth was running out of steam, think again. Speaking exclusively to Skift, the airline’s CCO revealed that further big changes are coming in 2025.
Skift Blog
AUGUST 25, 2024
Skift Take: Skift has covered hundreds of travel startup funding rounds over the past few years, and we’ve spoken with numerous founders and investors about the state of venture capital. They all tell a similar story: There’s money to be had, but the bar is much higher now.
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Skift Blog
NOVEMBER 30, 2024
Skift Take: The U.S. travel and tourism industry is falling behind others because the leaders that run it operate in the clouds, while the need is to be on the ground level, day in and day out. Time to change and here's why.
Skift Blog
AUGUST 19, 2024
Skift Take: The notable lack of New York, Tokyo, and Delhi in the top 20 highlights the difference between a city's international standing and a given airport's nonstop connectivity.
Skift Blog
AUGUST 31, 2024
Skift Take: Athens has had infrastructure shortcomings for quite some time. Climate change and a tourism boom magnified the problems. The city's top tourism hopes greener upgrades can be a solution.
Skift Blog
JULY 26, 2024
Skift Take: Someday a computer-generated avatar may explain why you can't fly business class to Dubai. In the meantime, travel management and travel tech companies are testing how to apply Gen AI to various parts of business travel.
Speaker: Brendan Sweeney, VP of Sales at Allego
Maximizing sales rep performance is no easy task. 📈 Traditional sales training methods focus heavily on the first few weeks in the sales role. Companies dedicate time, resources, and budget to onboarding new hires, only for them to forget what was learned in those first few weeks, lose motivation, and struggle to come to grips with their role.
Skift Blog
AUGUST 17, 2024
Skift Take: Travel startups announced fundraises over the last week exceeding $400 million.
Skift Blog
DECEMBER 11, 2024
Skift Take: From ordinary passengers to airline CEOs, Heathrow has no shortage of detractors however these latest numbers suggest the London airport still boasts serious pulling power.
Skift Blog
JANUARY 10, 2024
Skift Take: The safety of the traveling public tops all other concerns when it comes to Boeing's 737 Max 9 plane, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said.
Skift Blog
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
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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