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Airlines

Southwest Tries to Fend Off Elliott With ‘Poison Pill’

Southwest is adopting a shareholder rights plan — known as a “poison pill” — to fend off Elliott from attaining a controlling stake in the company.

Southwest Tries to Fend Off Elliott With ‘Poison Pill’

Skift Meetings

LA Convention Center Expansion Approved Ahead of 2028 Olympics

Los Angeles is now on track to unveil a major convention center expansion, just in time for the LA28 Games.

LA Convention Center Expansion Approved Ahead of 2028 Olympics

Daily Lodging Report

IHG Signs Deal for First Kashmir Hotel

IHG Hotels & Resorts will open its first hotel in Kashmir, voco Srinagar, in late 2026, featuring 95 rooms, diverse dining, and meting facilities – marking the sixth voco hotel in India.

Airlines

Lufthansa Secures Approval for ITA Airways Deal

With a string of other airline mergers and acquisitions pending across the continent, the industry will be examining the regulator's comments for possible clues about the direction of future decisions.

Lufthansa Secures Approval for ITA Airways Deal

Tourism

Tourist Spending in Egypt Reaches $6.6 Billion as More Russians Arrive

Almost 1.5 million Russians headed to Egypt last year, beaten only by Germany.

Tourist Spending in Egypt Reaches $6.6 Billion as More Russians Arrive

Podcasts

Business Travel Bounce, American Air’s Eco-Jet Order and ESPN’s Experiences Entry

Today's podcast looks at business travel’s health, American Airlines’ plane order, and ESPN’s entry into experiences.

Business Travel Bounce, American Air’s Eco-Jet Order and ESPN’s Experiences Entry

Hotels

Hotel Signings Remain Strong in India Despite Slow May – India Report

We're always talking about growth in India, and the hotel industry has had a significant number of branded signings and openings this year. But in May, there was a significant decline in average daily rates and revenue per available room compared to April.

Hotel Signings Remain Strong in India Despite Slow May – India Report

Online Travel

Back to the Future? Tripadvisor Debuts Brand Ad Campaign Highlighting User Reviews

Tripadvisor has been brand-building in the past year, both for its Viator and Tripadvisor brands. Can it do both?

Back to the Future? Tripadvisor Debuts Brand Ad Campaign Highlighting User Reviews

Daily Lodging Report

San Francisco’s 2 Largest Hotels Lose More Than $1 Billion in Value

San Francisco’s two largest hotels have lost over $1 billion in value, now worth $553.8 million, prompting a downgrade in bond ratings and a rush to sell before foreclosure.

Business Travel

Business Travel Rebounds Even as Companies Cut Costs

The rebound in business travel is real, but companies still say they're worried about higher prices.

Business Travel Rebounds Even as Companies Cut Costs

Online Travel

Trip.com Boosts Travel Experiences with Prioticket Deal

Trip.com recently expanded attractions as a bookable category for travelers worldwide. Its partnership with Prioticket highlights the increasing trend of B2B partnerships in the experiences category.

Trip.com Boosts Travel Experiences with Prioticket Deal