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Today’s podcast explains how Airbnb is stopping price gouging in L.A., why airlines had a good 2024, and what’s behind a luxury cruise deal.

In an era of overtourism, the model of intimate, carefully orchestrated exploration feels especially set up for growth.

Good move, Airbnb.

Several European carriers are eyeing a return to Tel Aviv after Israel reached a ceasefire agreement with Hamas.

One exciting thing about the IPO, if it takes place, is that we'd inevitably gain a lot more transparency about the world's largest hotel wholesaler, Hotelbeds.

The CEO of Discover Puerto Rico, Brad Dean, is moving on from his current role, after serving 7 years with the organization.

The airline industry's push to delay pollution reporting rules could be seen as a delay tactic. But the EU should have the systems in place to support new reporting rules.

A global shift towards higher capacity aircraft is offering more seats onboard fewer flights – but huge sustainability questions remain.

Premier Inn's headline performance number wasn't great. Revenue per available room was down 2.5% year-over-year in the third quarter. But in hotels, like in life, context is everything.

As bankruptcy proceedings continue, Spirit executives are under pressure to deliver a leaner and more financially robust airline. 

Today's episode looks at a lawsuit for late flights, the likely new U.S. transportation czar, and hotels and sustainability.

Mahakumbh 2025 is not just a spiritual gathering; it's a massive driver of India's religious tourism economy. It highlights how faith-based events can transform local infrastructure and spark partnerships among travel players.