2024 › July

A look at how Middle East tourism responds to extreme heat across the region.

Hotel CEOs from Marriott, MGM, Wyndham, and more will take the Skift Global Forum stage this September in New York City. We’ll dive deep on what they predict for hotels in the U.S. and abroad, as global travel continues to grow.

Following pandemic setbacks, ToursByLocals has completed a long-awaited rebrand meant to signal growth.

2024 might be the year we finally stop comparing South Korea's tourism numbers to 2019. This year, South Korean arrivals could set a new standard all on their own!

Air New Zealand's CEO cited multiple factors for the decision, ranging from a lack of regulatory support to supply chain problems.

The Indian Union Budget last week was a disappointment, but there was a bright spot with IndiGo, MakeMyTrip, and IHCL all reporting profitable quarters in their earnings calls.

Today's podcast looks at Meta's new AI tools, airlines and the Olympics, and gambling in the UAE.

While the Chinese are spending big once again, they are doing so with a keen eye on their wallets, seeking the best value for their money.

International visitor spending in India in 2023 was 14% below pre-pandemic levels. UPI One World wallet eliminates the need for international travelers to carry currency, and could boost tourism spending in India.

Meta AI was useful as a starting point for finding things to do in a new destination — an improvement from its first model but nothing new compared to competitors. Beyond that, a traditional search is far superior for trip planning.