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Airbnb: The Bears Were Wrong About Long-Term Stays

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Airbnb: The Bears Were Wrong About Long-Term Stays

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Pundits predicted that people would return to cities once the pandemic subsided. They have but non-urban stays are still a strong Airbnb category.

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Rome Tourism Chief Says There’s ‘Total Chaos’ at Trevi Fountain — Changes Are Coming

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Rome Tourism Chief Says There’s ‘Total Chaos’ at Trevi Fountain — Changes Are Coming

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Rome Tourism Chief Says There’s ‘Total Chaos’ at Trevi Fountain — Changes Are Coming

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Hotel Earnings: 7 Things We Learned From Companies in the Skift Travel 200
September 7, 2024
Hyatt Checks Out of Hotel Ownership, But Eyes More Deals Like Mr & Mrs Smith
September 5, 2024
Anantara’s Urban Shift Signals Minor Hotels’ Luxury Ambitions in Europe
September 5, 2024
Factors Driving Growth in India’s Hotel Industry – India Report
September 5, 2024

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Online Travel News

Ask Skift: Why Are Travel Brands Investing in Experiences?
September 10, 2024
Booking Holdings Is ‘Underappreciated’ In 3 Ways, CFO Says
September 9, 2024
Viator Reveals Most Popular Travel Experiences
September 9, 2024
Ryanair’s Michael O’Leary: eDreams CEO Is ‘Spoofing His Shareholders’
September 6, 2024

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Airline News

Southwest Chairman Gary Kelly to Step Down After Activist Pressure
September 10, 2024
Indian Carriers’ Share in International Travel Surges – India Report
September 10, 2024
Air Canada Could Shutdown Operations Within Days Amid Fierce Labor Battle
September 9, 2024
Ryanair’s Michael O’Leary: eDreams CEO Is ‘Spoofing His Shareholders’
September 6, 2024

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Tourism News

The State of Travel in 2024: Top 3 Charts
September 10, 2024
Rome Tourism Chief Says There’s ‘Total Chaos’ at Trevi Fountain — Changes Are Coming
September 10, 2024
Japan Now on Track to Open Its First Casino in 2030
September 10, 2024
Greece to Fight Overtourism With Fees on Cruises and Crackdown on Short-Term Rentals
September 9, 2024

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Quarterly Earnings

Hotel Earnings: 7 Things We Learned From Companies in the Skift Travel 200
September 7, 2024
Ryanair’s Michael O’Leary: eDreams CEO Is ‘Spoofing His Shareholders’
September 6, 2024
JetBlue Raises Third-Quarter Outlook, Sees Bump in Summer Bookings
September 5, 2024
Travel Agency Giant Flight Centre Notches Record Revenue
August 28, 2024

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Summer of Overtourism

Rome Tourism Chief Says There’s ‘Total Chaos’ at Trevi Fountain — Changes Are Coming
September 10, 2024
Apple’s New iPhones, Greece vs. Overtourism and Travel’s Popular Experiences
September 10, 2024
Greece to Fight Overtourism With Fees on Cruises and Crackdown on Short-Term Rentals
September 9, 2024
Rome Eyes Tourist Reservation System for Trevi Fountain
September 5, 2024

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Business Travel Rebound

Skift Power Rankings: Greg O’Hara
September 4, 2024
Star Alliance Fires Back at SAS Defection with Loyalty Status Match
September 2, 2024
Air France-KLM Now Owns 20% of SAS: 3 Big Changes to Watch
August 28, 2024
Amex GBT Blends AI With Agents to Win Business Travel Share
August 26, 2024

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Paris Olympics

Delta’s Free Wi-Fi, Paris Luxury Boost and Inspirato’s Layoffs
August 14, 2024
Paris Luxury Hotels Rake in Olympics Tourist Bump
August 13, 2024
The Airbnb Growth Juggernaut Just Slowed
August 6, 2024
Sports Tourism and ‘Harvesting the Afterglow’ of the Olympics
August 2, 2024

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New Research: Decoding Traveler Preferences

New Research: Decoding Traveler Preferences

A new report explores the changing standards for traveler expectations when it comes to affordability, peace of mind, and customer service — and how can companies deliver on this value proposition.

New Research: Understanding the Hidden Costs of Direct-to-Consumer Retailing

New Research: Understanding the Hidden Costs of Direct-to-Consumer Retailing

In today’s rapidly evolving travel landscape, the trend toward direct-to-consumer (DTC) models has brought both opportunities and challenges. A new report from Travelport delves into the complexities and nuances of this shift, making a case for modern retailing that lets the customer compare apples to oranges in an apples-to-apples way.

New Research Highlights the Resiliency and Adaptability of the Vacation Ownership Industry

New Research Highlights the Resiliency and Adaptability of the Vacation Ownership Industry

ARDA’s latest research reveals the evolving trends and significant economic contributions shaping the future of the vacation ownership industry, making a case for timeshare as a compelling alternative to traditional vacation models.

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