Dawit Habtemariam

Cruises

Skift Power Rankings: Jason Liberty

Liberty helped Royal Caribbean survive the Covid pandemic. Now, he’s expanding the cruise business and its customer base.
Airlines

Skift Power Rankings: Alex Dichter

He guided many carriers through the pandemic and positioned them for the future. Now, everyone wants his contrarian views on AI, the future of travel and sustainability.
Tourism

Skift Power Rankings: Fred Dixon

Dixon has proven he’s willing to fight for the travel industry. Now he’s got a much bigger budget.
Tourism

Edinburgh to Charge Scotland's First Tourist Tax

Thanks to powers granted by the Scottish parliament, Edinburgh is leading the way on charging its visitors taxes on their hotel stays. We could see more tourist taxes pop up in Scotland, making the destination more expensive.
Short-Term Rentals

Short-Term Rental Bookings Jump for Labor Day

Some travel companies have been reporting signs of a slowdown. But recent data – from AAA, the TSA and now, short-term rental bookings – suggest a strong holiday weekend.