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Daily Lodging Report

North America Guest Satisfaction Rankings Are In

Luxury and upper upscale hotel segments show strong guest satisfaction, while limited-service segments have declined, with The Luxury Collection, Margaritaville Hotels & Resorts, and others ranking highest in their categories.

3 hours ago

Airlines

Spirit Airlines Lowers Outlook, Cites Weaker Revenue From Fees

The ultra-low-cost carrier lowered its revenue outlook for the second quarter, blaming softer ancillary sales.

Meghna Maharishi | 3 hours ago

Spirit Airlines Lowers Outlook, Cites Weaker Revenue From Fees

Tourism

Amsterdam vs. Overtourism: ‘It’s About Bringing a Balance Back in Our City’

Amsterdam is trying to find a balance between being one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world and a city where locals can feel at home.

Dawit Habtemariam | 7 hours ago

Amsterdam vs. Overtourism: ‘It’s About Bringing a Balance Back in Our City’

Airlines

United Flight Attendants Plan to Vote on Strike Authorization as Tensions Rise

United flight attendants are the latest to consider a vote to authorize a strike as frustrations over stagnant pay and working conditions continue to mount.

Meghna Maharishi | 8 hours ago

United Flight Attendants Plan to Vote on Strike Authorization as Tensions Rise

Announcements

These Big Questions Will be Answered at This Year’s Skift Aviation Forum

Skift Aviation Forum on November 12 in Dallas will gather industry leaders to explore key opportunities, challenges, and trends shaping the future of aviation, including operational efficiencies, fleet upgrades, and traveler experiences.

Becca Smith | 10 hours ago

These Big Questions Will be Answered at This Year’s Skift Aviation Forum

Skift Research

The Future of Ultra-Low Cost Carriers in the U.S.

High unit costs, reduced operational efficiencies, and increased competition from network carriers have combined to create a significant challenge for ultra-low-cost carriers in the U.S. However, Allegiant and Sun Country's resilience indicates that they are unlikely to go out of business anytime soon.

11 hours ago
The Future of Ultra-Low Cost Carriers in the U.S.

Mergers and Acquisitions

Apollo Acquires The Travel Corporation in Bet on Group Tours

Apollo Global Management is set to acquire The Travel Corporation's (TTC) portfolio with an expected closure in Q4 2024, pending regulatory approvals.

Jesse Chase-Lubitz | 11 hours ago

Apollo Acquires The Travel Corporation in Bet on Group Tours

Podcasts

The Growth in Demand for Alternative Stays in India

India has a significant deficit of hotels and the vacation-rental market in the country is filling up this gap while catering to the growing interest in off-the-beaten-path destinations.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 13 hours ago

The Growth in Demand for Alternative Stays in India

Daily Lodging Report

Two New Casino Resorts Planned for Manila

Tycoon Manuel Villar Jr. plans to open his first casino in Manila by 2025, investing $1 billion in two integrated casino resorts, with the first located at Vista Mall Global South in Las Pinas and the second in the Villar City development.

14 hours ago

Airlines

Allegiant Air Defies Florida Overcapacity Fears with 8 New Routes

The low-cost airline is hoping that its unusual business model will help it dodge intense competition for flights to the Sunshine State.

Gordon Smith | 14 hours ago

Allegiant Air Defies Florida Overcapacity Fears with 8 New Routes

Online Travel

Uber Launches Loyalty Program With Air France-KLM

Uber is adding new features, some temporary, to take advantage of increased tourists in Paris for the Olympics starting later this month.

Justin Dawes | 15 hours ago

Uber Launches Loyalty Program With Air France-KLM