Articles tagged “london”

Short-Term Rentals

Airbnb Makes Changes to Its Cancellation Policies

Today's podcast looks at Airbnb's new weather policies, Marriott's new urban timeshares, and Las Vegas' new route from London.

Rashaad Jorden | 3 weeks ago

Airbnb Makes Changes to Its Cancellation Policies

Airlines

Las Vegas Wins New Low-Cost, Long-Haul Flights to London

With journey times of around 10 hours, this new service will push the boundaries of the low-cost airline model.

Gordon Smith | 3 weeks ago

Las Vegas Wins New Low-Cost, Long-Haul Flights to London

Airlines

Is EasyJet Heading for Heathrow? ‘Let’s See’ Airline CEO Says

Speaking to Skift, easyJet CEO Johan Lundgren confirmed that the West London hub is on the low-cost carrier's radar.

Gordon Smith | 3 weeks ago

Is EasyJet Heading for Heathrow? ‘Let’s See’ Airline CEO Says

Hotels

Selina’s London Hotel Shut by Landlord for Missed Rent Payments

Selina has been partly counting on the patience of owners and financial partners as it restructures to live another day. But at least one hotel owner ran out of patience.

Sean O'Neill | 2 months ago

Selina’s London Hotel Shut by Landlord for Missed Rent Payments

Airlines

Ranked: The 24 Heathrow Routes That Had Over a Million Passengers in 2023

Although Heathrow is no longer the world's busiest international airport, these latest numbers show it still boasts remarkable connectivity.

Gordon Smith | 3 months ago

Ranked: The 24 Heathrow Routes That Had Over a Million Passengers in 2023

News Blog

London Bans Sphere Venue. MSG Looking to Build in New Location

Sphere Entertainment Company, sister company to Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corporation MSG, is looking for a new location for its second Sphere venue after its London-based plans were blocked by the city's mayor, Sadiq Khan.  Khan rejected the Sphere project, similar to Las Vegas' $2.3 billion Sphere, despite the development's potential for significant foreign investment in the UK. "While we…

Selene Brophy | 5 months ago

Cruises

Booking.com Will Sell You a Cruise Now

Today's podcast discusses Booking.com’s cruise offering, Americans’ international preferences, and Wizz’s fizzle.

Rashaad Jorden | 5 months ago

Booking.com Will Sell You a Cruise Now

Tourism

America’s Favorite Flight Destinations in 2023? Cancun and London

Flight booking data reveals Americans' top worldwide and domestic destinations so far this year. Tourism marketers take note, especially of changes from the 2019 rankings.

Sean O'Neill | 5 months ago

America’s Favorite Flight Destinations in 2023? Cancun and London

Skift Meetings

UK Events Hit by Rising Costs

The cost of events and conferences in the UK is up by almost 25%. Business is strong for now, but there are likely challenges ahead.

8 months ago
UK Events Hit by Rising Costs

Travel Booking

Tourist Attractions and Experiences See Big Price Jumps

Travel is not getting any cheaper, as significant price increases across specific categories of experiences over the last four years, highlight the interplay of various economic, social, and market factors.

Selene Brophy | 8 months ago

Tourist Attractions and Experiences See Big Price Jumps