2025 Archives

Loyalty programs used to feel cookie-cutter — you had points, but your options were limited to a standard king-size suite or a business-class seat. Today, points let you dream bigger (and more luxe), whether it’s a secluded wellness retreat, a private cultural tour, or a completely custom vacation rental.

Why do we choose one hotel over another? Why do we come to work every day? These simple questions reflect a growing need in the hospitality industry to cultivate a sense of purpose — a guiding principle for navigating the demands of an increasingly complex world.

After a major winter storm hit the Mid-Atlantic and parts of the Midwest with nearly a foot of sleet and snow, airlines are canceling thousands of flights.

Asia's growth, live events, and shifts in the short-term rental market are standout trends driving the Skift Travel Health Index.

There were several fundraises in 2024 that topped anything the travel industry has seen in years. Travel startups raised billions more than in 2023 despite the number of deals being roughly the same.

If Airbnb co-hosting really takes off, it is going to take away properties from property management companies of all sizes. But the pool of potential properties to manage is large and growing.

"People think this is some sort of property game," says Robin Hutson, founder of The Pig brand of boutique hotels. "It's not a property game. ... This is a people game."

Economic issues are never far from the mind of travel executives, and here's a rundown of different ways the state of the economy impacts the industry.

The fine is the first time the Department of Transportation has charged an airline for constant flight delays.

The plane maker said it is making progress on numerous safety and quality control initiatives following a rough year that included a major executive shakeup and increased federal scrutiny.