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Airlines

What Are the Most Searched Cities for Summer 2024 Flights?

Based on millions of search results, these latest findings offer insights into the top-trending destinations for summer 2024.

What Are the Most Searched Cities for Summer 2024 Flights?

Skift Meetings

New Data Shows Growth in Event Jobs

New data suggests a return to pre-pandemic event job level is near. With two-thirds of positions being filled by event-industry newcomers, service levels may yet take some time to fully recover.

New Data Shows Growth in Event Jobs

Online Travel

GetYourGuide Targets Boom in Independent Travel Experiences With New Tools

Sales of niche walking tours and cooking classes are up a whopping 71% year-over-year on GetYourGuide.

GetYourGuide Targets Boom in Independent Travel Experiences With New Tools

Tourism

India’s Weddings Are Big Business for Travel Brands

Today's podcast looks at the business of Indian weddings, United CEO's apology, and Egypt's tourism shortfalls.

India’s Weddings Are Big Business for Travel Brands

Airlines

India’s Newest Airline Takes Off – India Report

Regional air connectivity is a major focus for the India government. Amid this, the commencement of operations by Fly91 highlights the vibrant aviation landscape in the country.

India’s Newest Airline Takes Off – India Report

Tourism

Egypt Tourism Chief: Israel-Hamas War Drags Down Growth

Egypt won't see a full recovery in American tourism until the Israel-Hamas war comes to an end.

Egypt Tourism Chief: Israel-Hamas War Drags Down Growth

Skift Meetings

Nicola Kastner: Event Strategist with Intention

Unlike many who found the events industry by happenstance, Nicola Kastner, founder of The Event Strategist, deliberately chose to enter this field, guided by a passion for creating events with clear business objectives.

Nicola Kastner: Event Strategist with Intention

Announcements

Viewing Options for Skift India Summit 2024

Unable to make it to Delhi in-person for our first-ever Skift India Summit? Register to view the live stream.

Viewing Options for Skift India Summit 2024

Airlines

United CEO Attempts to Reassure Customers After Spate of Safety Incidents

After a string of recent incidents on Boeing jets, United CEO Scott Kirby said the carrier is committed to putting “safety first” in a memo to customers. 

United CEO Attempts to Reassure Customers After Spate of Safety Incidents

Skift Meetings

Second-Tier Cities Dominate Event Volume Growth in February

Second-tier cities experienced the greatest growth in meetings and events in February with Louisville, Ky. leading the pack.

Second-Tier Cities Dominate Event Volume Growth in February

Airlines

Play Airlines Shake-Up Sees Largest Shareholder Become New CEO

The Icelandic airline's biggest shareholder has secured his place in the captain's seat, but will the direction of travel change?

Play Airlines Shake-Up Sees Largest Shareholder Become New CEO