2023 › December

The 2023 Megatrends was one for the books. Let's reflect on all of the excitement from last year and get a sense of what is to come for Megatrends 2024.

Who isn't excited for a new story? Riyadh Air CEO Tony Douglas vows to upend status quo

It's ironic that one of the first reported instances of AI taking jobs in the travel industry revolves around Trivago displacing a couple of dozen pitchmen and pitchwomen around the world.

Issam Kazim reflects on Dubai's transformation into a truly global city.

In episode nine of the Skift Ideas Podcast, we are joined by Christopher Norton, CEO of Equinox Hotels, to examine how the evolving expectations of the modern traveler are redefining the way brands are delivering luxury hospitality experiences.

Collaboration is the approach of Ras Al Khaimah's tourism chief, who is now focusing on boosting travel in the entire Gulf.

Today's podcast looks at Dubai's luxury promise, China's pent-up travel demand, and weaker tourism spending in the U.S.

Saudi Arabia is truly leaving no stone unturned in its pursuit to become a tourism superpower. The kingdom's latest move is to create the "Dan Company", an organization under the…

Saudi Arabia's Belgium-sized city of Neom has unveiled another giga-project. It's called the Gulf of Aqaba and will contain many of the futuristic hotels the $500 billion project has announced…

The surge in bookings signifies growing consumer enthusiasm for festive travel plans as the industry continues its recovery.