2013 Archives

Airlines

The airline industry saved $2.1 billion in 2012 because it lost fewer bags

All the thought behind smart technology is a great thing, but there's little mention in the study of the effect baggage fees have on lost bags -- the fewer checked, the fewer lost.

Jason Clampet, Skift | 11 years ago

Airlines

Virgin Atlantic’s new CEO is going to make cuts, but says the cool will stay

Virgin's new CEO comes with a nice bit of experience running rival British Airways' partnership with Atlantic Airlines, which will come in hand as he tries to make the Delta relationship work.

Kari Lundgren, Bloomberg | 11 years ago

Online Travel

How travelers from ten countries access the Internet from the road

The nitty-gritty details of the report is an interesting look at the prevalence of Internet cafés today, but it’s main findings further prove the importance of travel content and booking functions becoming mobile-friendly to remain relevant.

Samantha Shankman, Skift | 11 years ago

Airlines

Emirates launches first transatlantic flight direct from Italy to New York

Coming on the heels of rival Etihad’s launch of a daily D.C. – Abu Dhabi service, the announcement marks the expanding presence of Gulf carriers in the West.

Associated Press | 11 years ago

Airlines

Etihad’s first quarter revenues up 20 percent as its rise continues

10 years to an almost billion dollar a quarter company.

Haseeb Haider, Khaleej Times | 11 years ago

Airlines

United already scheduling still-grounded Dreamliner for flights in end of May

Does United know something we don’t or is it just optimistic?

Mary Jane Credeur, Bloomberg | 11 years ago

Hotels

Five travel startups focus on design, communities and local experiences

Samantha Shankman, Skift | 11 years ago

Tourism

Myanmar takes steps to preserve its history before tourist boom

Tourists may be more interested in Myanmar’s unsavory history than the one tourism officials will be set on selling, but projects like the new museum will helps foreigners understand the full history of the long-isolated country.

Yadana Htun, Associated Press | 11 years ago

Ground Transport

Madison Square Garden at risk of having to find a new home in NYC

Madison Square Garden is an eyesore built atop a travesty. It's a daily affront to commuters and a constant reminder that the arrogance of a few can make life terrible for many.

Skift | 11 years ago

Airlines

Add bumpier flights to the list of effects climate change will have on travel

Studies often look at how aviation expedites climate change, but this one suggests airlines have personal stake in slowing global warning: Increased turbulence could cost airlines millions in repairs.

Skift | 11 years ago