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Tourism

Does Columbus, Ohio Really Have 50 Million Visitors?

All destinations estimate how many travelers visit, and it’s an important data point for showing a destination management organization's economic impact.

Andrea Doyle and Dawit Habtemariam, Skift | 10 mins ago

Airlines

‘There’s Just No New Opportunities’: United Airlines Execs Rip Into Low-Cost Rivals

As Delta and United continue to rake in huge profits, both airlines think low-cost carriers have limited recourse.

Meghna Maharishi | 48 mins ago

Skift Meetings

Planned Secures $35 Million in Funding, Hopper’s CEO Joins Board

Planned has secured a significant round of financing and added a travel industry heavyweight onto its board. Up next is expanding AI functionality and travel booking capabilities.

1 hour ago

Skift Meetings

Stand Against Boycotts: Events Embrace Inclusion Amid Political Division

What happens when a destination is committed to embracing DEI, but political leaders stand in the way?

2 hours ago

Airlines

Allegiant Names its Third CEO in Less Than a Year

Greg Anderson steps into the top job after 15 years at the company and replaces long-time Allegiant executive Maurice Gallagher.

Gordon Smith | 3 hours ago

Tourism

Dubai’s Mohamed Alabbar to Develop Tourism Projects in Indonesia Worth $3 Billion

It is the latest in a string of billion-dollar deals for Alabbar, known for creating Emaar in Dubai.

Josh Corder | 5 hours ago

Daily Lodging Report

Hyatt in Talks to Buy Standard International

While The Standard International gets ready to open its first StandardX property, it’s also in advanced stages as a takeover target by Hyatt.

6 hours ago

Hotels

Hyatt in Advanced Talks to Acquire Standard Hotels

Major hotel groups continue to be eager to collect lifestyle and luxury brands.

Sean O'Neill | 6 hours ago

Tourism

The Travel Corporation Asia CEO on The New Face of Group Tours

When you think of group tours, do rigid schedules, crowded buses, and a lack of authentic experiences come to mind? Nick Lim, The Travel Corporation's Asia CEO, talks about how they have changed that perception.

Peden Doma Bhutia, Skift | 6 hours ago

Airlines

India Records Highest-Ever Half-Yearly Air Passenger Traffic

India is emerging as a strong domestic aviation market. Increased investment in aviation infrastructure in the country, along with growing purchasing power of the Indian middle class is boosting the Indian aviation industry.

Bulbul Dhawan | 7 hours ago

Podcasts

Western Airlines’ China Retreat, Biz Travel Spending Spike and PE Travel Deals

Today's podcast looks at the latest airline to pull from China, new trends for business travel, and what the Travel Corporation acquisition means for private equity deals.

Rashaad Jorden | 9 hours ago