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Airlines

IndiGo’s Move to Capture Global Travelers – India Report

IndiGo's codeshare agreement with Malaysia Airlines reflects Indian airlines' efforts to grow their global network. The move is essential as they face strong competition from foreign carriers.

Bulbul Dhawan | 2 hours ago

Online Travel

The Dream Deal: Uber Exploring Buying Expedia, Says FT

This seems to be a trial balloon. No active talks are underway. But it makes intuitive sense given Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi's past and current ties with Expedia.

Skift | 5 hours ago

Tourism

Expedia’s ‘Phenomena Tourism’ Trend: 5 Tips for Destination Marketers

In 2025, some remote locations will enjoy more popularity because they offer access to celestial events, animal migrations, and other natural experiences. Here are 5 tips for destination marketers to capitalize on the growing interest.

Dawit Habtemariam | 8 hours ago

Daily Lodging Report

Service Properties Trust Shares Plunge

Service Properties Trust is reducing its dividend, selling 114 hotels to repay debt and save on capital expenditures, and will continue owning 34% of Sonesta while selling other properties.

9 hours ago

Airlines

United Execs on Corporate Travel, China, Boeing and the Election Slowdown

After reporting better-than-expected third-quarter earnings, United executives discussed topics ranging from business travel to Boeing.

Meghna Maharishi | 9 hours ago

Hotels

Hotel Execs Are Upbeat About 2025 – 5 Trends They’re Talking About

Lower interest rates could jumpstart transactions and development next year, but the industry isn't out of the woods yet.

Sean O'Neill | 11 hours ago

Announcements

Why Your Whole Team Needs to Attend Skift Global Forum East in Dubai

Skift Global Forum East isn’t just a must-attend event for top executives — it’s a team experience that offers holistic insights across the entire travel ecosystem. For companies aiming to stay competitive in 2025 and beyond, bringing your whole team is not just a smart choice — it’s a strategic investment.

Nicole Meyer | 13 hours ago

Hotels

Premier Inn: 5-Year Plan And Converting Restaurants to Hotel Rooms

The most intriguing of Premier Inn's plans is to replace many of Whitbread's restaurants with mini-hotels. While this tactic is only a small part of the brand's overall growth plan, it highlights how hotels are outperforming restaurants.

Sean O'Neill | 14 hours ago

Hotels

How China, Japan and India Are Shaping the Asian Hotel Market

The hotel sector in the Asia Pacific is doing better than before, but filling rooms — especially with business events — will take a bit longer.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 16 hours ago

Short-Term Rentals

Airbnb Launches Host and Co-Host Matchmaker Service

Airbnb's expanded co-hosting service aims to make it easier for hosts to manage their homes, and to increase supply in the process.

Dennis Schaal | 17 hours ago

Daily Lodging Report

Hyatt Has a New Joint Venture to Help Boost China Presence

Hyatt and China Resources Land have formed a joint venture to expand Hyatt’s hotel presence across Greater China, focusing on asset-light growth and developing several new and existing properties.

19 hours ago