One Clever Hotel Ad, A Resort Brand’s Climate Warning and Avoiding AI Hype
On today’s pod we talk about Ritz-Carlton’s award winning video, Iberostar’s climate concerns, and lessons on AI from startup investors.
Rashaad Jorden is Skift’s Associate Editor/Archivist. He often delves into topics that readers turn to Ask Skift, our AI answer engine, for information. Before finding his way to Skift, he bounced around the U.S., France, Japan and UK. He greatly misses the all-you-can-eat vegetarian curry at his favorite restaurant in Japan. He is also adept at running half-marathons and, despite living in New Jersey, rues the fact he doesn’t spend enough time on the Jersey Shore.
Italy’s Overtourism Campaign, Trump’s Student Visa Rules and Ritz-Carlton’s New Cruise Ship
On today’s pod we look at Italy’s push to expand tourists’ bucket lists, Trump’s student social media interrogations, and Ritz-Carlton’s latest yacht.
Spirit’s JetBlue Complaint, Carnival’s Splashy Marketing and Antarctica’s Climate Risks
On today's pod we look at Spirit's pushback on JetBlue's new beau, Carnival's marketing success, and the influencers threatening Antarctica.
AI Is Changing the Game for Travel Startups — Here’s What Excites Amex Ventures Most
The managing director of Amex Ventures explains investments in Mindtrip, Boom Supersonic, and how he thinks about investing in the travel space.
Boeing’s Political Cash, Bhutan’s Crypto Tourism and U.S. Flight Spending
For Friday’s podcast we count up Boeing’s lobbying dollars, look at Bhutan’s crypto push, and add up flight bookings in the U.S.
Brand USA’s Challenges, Hotel Immigration Crackdown and Air India’s Schedule Changes
On today’s pod we talk to Brand USA’s CEO, look at the immigration crackdown’s effect on hotels, and hear about Air India’s cutbacks.
A Google Hotels Threat, JetBlue Cost Cutting and Dual-Brand Hotels
For today’s episode we look at threats to Google Travel, more hotels with a dual identity, and JetBlue’s money woes.
U.S. Travel Slump, Accor Taps Mbappé and Airbus’ Orders
On today’s pod we look at good tourism news everywhere but the U.S., Accor’s bet on Mbappe’s appeal, and Airbus’ activity at the Paris Air Show.
1.2 Million Room Assignments in a Second: Marriott, Highgate on Hotels and AI
Hotels are seen as being behind on AI. But we’re beginning to see more experiments and how tech can improve service.
Hilton’s AI Playbook: Solving Guest Problems, Building Loyalty
Hilton acknowledges that hotels have been behind the curve on tech. But there are plenty of ways it's using AI to enhance the guest experience - and get more revenue too.