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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.

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.

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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CWT Meetings & Events Top Exec Departs as AmEx Acquisition Looms

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.

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.

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.

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

Tourism

These Are the Countries To Watch in Europe’s Tourism Recovery

Sun, savings, and sports are all factors driving Europe’s tourism recovery.

These Are the Countries To Watch in Europe’s Tourism Recovery

Daily Lodging Report

Choice Hotels Repurchases More and More Shares

Choice Hotels' earnings exceeded low expectations, highlighted by aggressive share repurchases that historically benefit the stock.

Online Travel

MakeMyTrip Is Bringing Back Experiences. Plus: CEO on Latest Spending Patterns

The CEO of India's largest travel agency weighs in on what he's seeing with religious tourism, new tax-collection rules and the country's short booking windows.

MakeMyTrip Is Bringing Back Experiences. Plus: CEO on Latest Spending Patterns

Online Travel

Google Search Claims Another Victim: Tripadvisor Lowers Outlook

Google has made frequent changes to its search results pages over the years, and Tripadvisor has often suffered as Google has its own competing businesses. Recent changes appear to have hit Tripadvisor particularly hard.

Google Search Claims Another Victim: Tripadvisor Lowers Outlook