Podcasts
Europe Grapples With Extreme Heat
Today's podcast looks at an extremely hot Europe, Euro 2024's appeal to Asian travelers, and JetBlue's baggage shift.
Climate Hub
Welcome to Skift’s Climate Hub, where solutions-based journalism cuts through industry spin to spotlight real progress in travel sustainability. In partnership with Intrepid Travel, Skift’s editorial team will evaluate environmental claims, highlight meaningful advancements, and hold the travel sector accountable. This independent initiative brings rigorous reporting to the forefront and pushes the industry to meet the moment in the face of growing scrutiny from travelers and stakeholders alike.
Tourism
Fifth Tourist Dies in Greek Heatwave – Can European Destinations Do More to Prepare?
A fifth tourist has died due to high temperatures in Greece this month. The country is acting quickly to close down popular attractions. But this is only the start of the summer, and Southern European cities are likely to face one climate-related disaster after the next.
Airlines
International Passenger Flights on Electric Planes are Coming to Europe This Summer
Bookings are now open for the first publicly available international electric flights in Europe — but the trips come with a few pre-departure caveats.
Hotels
Six Rosewood Hotels Aim to Blend Luxury Travel With Positive Social Impact
Can you combine indulgence with making a meaningful difference? Rosewood believes it will at a half-dozen of its ultra-luxury hotels.
Cruises
Lindblad Doubles Galápagos Fleet With New Adventure Tourism Ships
Lindblad is not just expanding its fleet but is also pursuing a broader ambition to balance growth with ecological stewardship. Easier said than done, however.
Experiences
Intrepid to Open Eco-Lodges and Slash Flights, CEO Says
Intrepid, known for its small group adventures, is inching into providing accommodations with a new investment. It's also working to reduce its carbon footprint by slashing flights.
Experiences
Contiki's Gen Z Playbook for Tours: Small Groups and Fresh Destinations
Contiki's CEO, Adam Armstrong, is working to boost the company's technological offerings as the company spreads further into Africa, Latin America, and Asia.
Tourism
Finland’s Cities Lure Tourists With Promise of Sustainability
Tampere is only the latest Finnish city to market itself as eco-friendly, and there's definitely something to it. But a report published by the City of Helsinki found the Finnish tourism sector's emissions are 80% higher than the EU average.
Tourism
Indian Travelers Looking at Airlines, Hotels to Boost Sustainability - India Report
Indians are being more mindful of the impact of their journeys on the environment – and it is changing the way they live their everyday lives, according to a report from Booking.com. We look at some of the steps the government and industry are taking in response.
Tourism
Regenerative Tourism: What Is It? What Are the Challenges?
Skift's research shows that there are real developments taking place and that it is still early enough for savvy destinations and businesses to make their mark with innovative approaches to green travel under the regenerative banner.