Rashaad Jorden

Rashaad often delves into topics that readers turn to Ask Skift, our AI chatbot, 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.

Latest Stories

Airlines

Michelin Has a New Hotel Rating System

Today's podcast looks at Michelin's new ratings, Spirit's next steps, and Europe's short-term rental boost.

Michelin Has a New Hotel Rating System

Business Travel

How Remote Workers Are Reshaping Corporate Travel Policies

Business travel by remote and hybrid workers has presented new complexities for corporate travel managers, and costs are just one issue.

How Remote Workers Are Reshaping Corporate Travel Policies

Airlines

Solar Eclipse’s Impact on Airlines

Today's podcast looks at eclipses' effects on air travel, Amadeus' new partnership, and Alaska's new payment from Boeing.

Solar Eclipse’s Impact on Airlines

Tourism

Brand USA Names New CEO

Today's podcast looks at Brand USA's new leadership, Hilton's new acquisition, and Air India's new loyalty program.

Brand USA Names New CEO

Online Travel

Travel Metasearch’s Big Issues

Today's podcast looks at metasearch and changing consumer habits, United’s next Boeing issue, and an Ohtani tourism boost.

Travel Metasearch’s Big Issues

Tourism

Can Shohei Ohtani Still Boost Tourism to the U.S.?

Shohei Ohtani joining the Los Angeles Dodgers has made him an even bigger star in the eyes of Japanese baseball fans eager to see him play in person, provided a gambling scandal doesn't sideline the two-time MVP.

Can Shohei Ohtani Still Boost Tourism to the U.S.?

Luxury

Ask Skift: What Are Major Trends in Luxury Travel?

Luxury travel's post-pandemic boom will likely continue this year, and here are some trends shaping the sector.

Ask Skift: What Are Major Trends in Luxury Travel?

Short-Term Rentals

Airbnb Makes Changes to Its Cancellation Policies

Today's podcast looks at Airbnb's new weather policies, Marriott's new urban timeshares, and Las Vegas' new route from London.

Airbnb Makes Changes to Its Cancellation Policies

Online Travel

Google Unveils New AI-Powered Travel Tools

Today's podcast looks at Google's new AI tools, the U.S. State Department's new approach to visa wait times, and Australia's new record number of Indian tourists.

Google Unveils New AI-Powered Travel Tools

Hotels

How Hilton Got So Big

Today's podcast looks at Hilton's ascent, Maui's tourism pitch, and Breeze's new loyalty program.

How Hilton Got So Big