2016 Archives

Internet of Things technology is rapidly moving from a dream to practical reality for many brands in the travel industry. But the organizations that are using it tend to have massive scale and deep pockets.

Republican lawmakers are gearing up to privatize air traffic control in the U.S., and the latest report gives them more ammunition for the upcoming battle.

The power of the outbound Chinese traveler should not be underestimated.

A safety video which manages to be entertaining and promotes the brand is good. Marketing content designed to go viral, disguised as a safety video, is not. 

When a company such as BCD Travel talks about an "asset purchase agreement" with a startup, you can be sure that the startup's investors aren't popping champagne. Like many recent travel startups, GetGoing pivoted from a consumer to a business focus. At least GetGoing's assets have found a new home.

Subscribe now to enjoy the second season of the Skift Podcast.

We'd love to see the launch of a hotel that doesn't have a name that's interchangeable with any other disposable consumer goods.

The surge in passport renewals won't affect U.S. applicants too severely.

This week's travel startup funding, all in one place.

The $300 million lawsuit has drawn attention from Virgin's plans to "make waves" in the cruise industry. Now the focus will shift to whether Virgin Cruises can deliver on that promise.