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Airlines

JetBlue Slashes its Winter Transatlantic Schedule — A Sign of Weakness or Strength?

Almost a third of the airline's long-haul European capacity is being cut as it redeploys aircraft and resources to routes in the Americas.

Gordon Smith | 1 hour ago

JetBlue Slashes its Winter Transatlantic Schedule — A Sign of Weakness or Strength?

Hotels

Hyatt Signals Strength in Business Travel, Loyalty, and All-Inclusives

For months ahead, Hyatt is seeing business travelers and convention-goers flocking back to its properties while hordes of sun-worshippers continue to descend upon its all-inclusive resorts, especially in Cancun.

Sean O'Neill | 2 hours ago

Hyatt Signals Strength in Business Travel, Loyalty, and All-Inclusives

Airlines

Air India Express Cancels Over 80 Flights Amid Mass Leave by Cabin Crew

The disruption in Air India Express operations comes as the airline sector prepares for a peak travel period.

Bulbul Dhawan | 3 hours ago

Air India Express Cancels Over 80 Flights Amid Mass Leave by Cabin Crew

Short-Term Rentals

Vacasa Told Employees About Layoffs, Restructuring and Leadership Changes

This was Vacasa's fourth layoff round since CEO Rob Greyber took over in September 2022.

Dennis Schaal | 3 hours ago

Vacasa Told Employees About Layoffs, Restructuring and Leadership Changes

Skift Research

How Technology and AI are Transforming Airline Revenue Management

The airline industry is on the brink of a technology revolution that will bring both challenges and opportunities. Despite the obstacles, executives are preparing themselves for a future where technology will play a pivotal role in enhancing profitability through process efficiencies, particularly within the revenue management function.

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How Technology and AI are Transforming Airline Revenue Management

Tourism

Saudi Wants More Female Travelers, But Admits to a ‘Perception’ Problem

Saudi Tourism Authority's Fahd Hamidaddin spoke about changing perceptions being a key part of his job.

Josh Corder | 5 hours ago

Saudi Wants More Female Travelers, But Admits to a ‘Perception’ Problem

Daily Lodging Report

Banyan Tree to Run Singapore Rainforest Resort

The Mandai Rainforest Resort, an eco-friendly resort operated by Banyan Tree and featuring 338 rooms including unique treehouses, is set to open in Singapore in early 2025, following delays due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

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Skift Meetings

CWT Meetings & Events Top Exec Departs as AmEx Acquisition Looms

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Short-Term Rentals

Airbnb Eyes Speedy International Expansion

Today's podcast looks at Airbnb's international expansion, Tripadvisor's new plans, and Saudi Arabia's new cruise brand.

Rashaad Jorden | 10 hours ago

Airbnb Eyes Speedy International Expansion

Tourism

What Do Indian Tourists Want? We Asked 5 Hotel Brands – India Report

Due to close proximity, the nations of Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Bhutan witness significant tourism from India. With preferences of Indian travelers changing, boutique properties are reaching out with diverse offerings to attract this tourism segment.

Bulbul Dhawan | 15 hours ago

What Do Indian Tourists Want? We Asked 5 Hotel Brands – India Report

Short-Term Rentals

Airbnb CEO: ‘We Are Ready to Step on the Gas’ for International Expansion

Despite risks from regulation and competition, there is a huge opportunity for Airbnb to expand further around the world beyond its five core markets. It's a big world out there.

Dennis Schaal | 20 hours ago

Airbnb CEO: ‘We Are Ready to Step on the Gas’ for International Expansion