2013 Archives

Airlines

Air China Flight Attendants are Now Beijing-Duck Savvy, Airline Says

There's been a lot of press about airports becoming destinations in themselves. But, what about airlines? If Air China's Beijing Duck in first class is as good as the airline promises, and flight attendants can deliver, then the carrier is becoming a way for the passengers up front to experience Chinese culture, as well. Of course, economy passengers will have to settle for rice, noodles and burgers from a bevy of catering companies.

Air China Flight Attendants are Now Beijing-Duck Savvy, Airline Says

Airlines

The 15 Biggest Travel Stories of 2013

Bring it on, 2014.

The 15 Biggest Travel Stories of 2013

Business Travel

The 17 Most Influential People in Travel of 2013

We like it when these people make headlines.

The 17 Most Influential People in Travel of 2013

Airlines

Blackstone Dominated the Top Travel IPOs of 2013

Blackstone will be hard-pressed to repeat its impressive travel-IPO performance in 2014, although La Quinta is on tap. Hotels and attractions, and not tech, were the sexiest things going in 2013.

Blackstone Dominated the Top Travel IPOs of 2013

SkiftX

Ferries Carry More Than 100,000 Commuters to New York City Every Day

City boat tours are usually deemed uncouth tourist activities, but these short trips are an important element of NYC's vast transit infrastructure. The inspiring skyline view is just an added benefit.

Ferries Carry More Than 100,000 Commuters to New York City Every Day

Online Travel

Five Travel Startups That Bring Users Closer to Their Destination

Five Travel Startups That Bring Users Closer to Their Destination

Announcements

Skift Business Traveler: A Good Year for Airlines

Skift Business Traveler: A Good Year for Airlines

Hotels

Airbnb Backs Down in Trademark Dispute With HomeAway

Airbnb clearly was on weak ground against HomeAway in this trademark lawsuit, and apparently withdrew the campaign. The gloves are off, however, and the two rivals can expect to see their competition against one another get nastier in coming years.

Airbnb Backs Down in Trademark Dispute With HomeAway

Announcements

3 Easy Ways Hyatt Can Blow Open the All-Inclusive Resort Market

Hyatt Hotels has the opportunity to bring the all-inclusive resort model into the 21st century but it's going to require a lot of changes.

3 Easy Ways Hyatt Can Blow Open the All-Inclusive Resort Market

Airlines

6 Aviation Trends We’re Tracking at Skift This Week

6 Aviation Trends We’re Tracking at Skift This Week