2015 Archives

Tourism

Interview: Ecuador’s Tourism Minister on Sustainable Tourism Growth

Although behind its South American neighbors in terms of awareness in the U.S., Ecuador benefits from its growing popularity that will attract both young and well-traveled Americans looking for a unique experience.

Samantha Shankman, Skift | 9 years ago

Tourism

Small Tourist Destinations Still Struggle With Big Language Barriers

It’s difficult to promote or welcome foreign tourists to a destination where there are few to zero resources for them available in their language. As visitation is spread outside of cities and city centers, it’s important for even the smallest of businesses to prepare for a range of languages.

Samantha Shankman, Skift | 9 years ago

Airlines

U.S. Airlines Collected a Record $6.4 Billion in Bag and Change Fees in 2014

These ancillary fee revenues will only continue rising until passengers get totally tired of them or the government steps in.

Dan Peltier, Skift | 9 years ago

Hotels

Morgans Hotels Partners with General Assembly for Creative Conference

While the events may translate into slightly higher room rales and food and drink revenue, the real opportunity is for Morgans to establish itself as the hospitality brand for creators and entrepreneurs.

Samantha Shankman, Skift | 9 years ago

Online Travel

TripAdvisor’s Hotel Review Collection Is Leaving Rivals in the Dust

TripAdvisor is going to heighten its dominance in user reviews with its new automated review collection product for hotels. Booking.com is practically the only rival that is actively integrating with hotel technology systems although on the user review front Booking.com is far behind.

Dennis Schaal, Skift | 9 years ago

Online Travel

Daily Travel Startup Watch: Sailo, Hostelnpg and More

These are the newest travel startups from Angel List vying for travelers’ interest and investors’ attention.

Dan Peltier, Skift | 9 years ago

Ground Transport

The Coming Fourth Digital Revolution in the Travel Ecosystem

The smart mobility actors will continue to mesh territories and deploy their technology and services in each major cities of the world, before connecting them through a unified offer. That's the revolution happening right in front of our eyes right now.

William El-Kaim, Skift | 9 years ago

Announcements

Skift Business Traveler: Plenti, the New Loyalty Program from American Express, Launches Today

Grant Martin, Skift | 9 years ago

Business Travel

Expedia Is Looking To Make Business Travel Acquisitions Next

When Expedia Inc. officials look at where the growth opportunities are they clearly see corporate travel as ripe for some hyper growth.

Dennis Schaal, Skift | 9 years ago