2024 Archives

Today's podcast looks at Carnival’s Alaska growth, a big fundraising haul for startups, and Singapore’s growth at the expense of Hong Kong.

Hospitality companies are adapting to the growing demands of Indian travelers, driven by rising disposable income and greater global exposure. Customizing products to meet these evolving preferences is crucial for survival in an increasingly competitive and discerning market.

India's foreign exchange earnings are up. Travel spending per tourist is up. But international tourists in India are still lagging behind pre-Covid figures by 10%.

This isn't a pretty look for Blueground and its Brazil subsidiary Tabas.

Qatar’s stake in Virgin Australia could revive international flying for the carrier and increase competition in the Australian market.

Singapore and Hong Kong were once seen by many travelers as shopping-centric destinations. But Singapore has recast itself as an experience destination with many live events, widening its lead against Hong Kong in tourism.

Alaska's success for Carnival, the world's largest cruise company, points to the ongoing popularity of the cruise industry.

Marriott International president and CEO Anthony Capuano spoke at the Skift Global Forum in New York City about the hospitality sector's current state and future direction through the lens of the world's largest hotelier.

In this video from Skift Global Forum 2024, Daniel Hostettler of Boca Raton discusses the transformation of luxury hospitality, highlighting the shift towards personalized experiences, the integration of technology to enhance guest interactions, and the strategic rebranding efforts of the Boca Raton resort.

In this video from Skift Global Forum, executives from Peek, TUI Musement, and McKinsey & Company broke down significant shifts in traveler behavior driving the boom in the experiences sector.