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Airlines

World’s Busiest Air Routes in January 2024: Did Your City Make the List?

The absence of New York, London and Dubai in the top 10 is a reminder of the huge demand for air travel in and around the Asia-Pacific region.

Gordon Smith | 4 months ago

World’s Busiest Air Routes in January 2024: Did Your City Make the List?

Tourism

Universal Orlando Previews $1 Billion Epic Universe Theme Park

Universal Orlando is building a fourth complex in Florida, with a "celestial" park as its hub. But it remains to be seen if visitors believe the $1 billion Epic Universe theme park can outshine the magic of the company's larger rival, Disney.

Sean O'Neill | 4 months ago

Universal Orlando Previews $1 Billion Epic Universe Theme Park

Skift Meetings

Fontainebleau Las Vegas Looks Set to Impress

Fontainebleau opened its doors last December after nearly 20 years of financial maneuvering and changes in ownership. Will the luxury property at the north end of The Strip deliver on its promise of an elevated experience?

4 months ago

Online Travel

Online Travel Agency Kiwi.com Laid Off 18% of Employees

Kiwi has been losing money, and like other tech and travel firms, trimmed its staff.

Dennis Schaal | 4 months ago

Online Travel Agency Kiwi.com Laid Off 18% of Employees

Airlines

Ryanair Makes Peace With 2 Online Travel Agency ‘Pirates’

The two low-cost carrier mavericks, Ryanair and Southwest, are pursuing different distribution strategies with online travel agencies. Ryanair is seeking direct agreements, and Southwest just sues those that gain unauthorized access.

Dennis Schaal | 4 months ago

Ryanair Makes Peace With 2 Online Travel Agency ‘Pirates’

Daily Lodging Report

Taiwan to Get 5 New Luxury Hotels This Year

Taiwan’s travel industry expects inbound tourism to recover, with five new luxury hotels opening this first half of 2024.

4 months ago

Hotels

7 Facts About The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection

Superyachts run by Marriott brand Ritz-Carlton are setting the pace in a new segment. If you're short on ideas for Valentine's Day, now's the time to drop a hint.

Sean O'Neill | 4 months ago

7 Facts About The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection

Skift Meetings

NFL Champions Sustainability Ahead of Super Bowl

Super Bowl LVIII will take place on February 11 in Las Vegas, with sustainability as a top priority for hosts and organizers.

4 months ago
NFL Champions Sustainability Ahead of Super Bowl

Announcements

Entries Now Open: Skift IDEA Awards 2024

Entries are now open for the 2024 edition of the Skift IDEA Awards, the travel industry’s annual recognition of excellence in design, creativity, and innovation. Apply early to secure the best entry rate.

Adam Stacey | 4 months ago

Entries Now Open: Skift IDEA Awards 2024

Hotels

Hilton to Enable Guest Requests by Text at All Hotels

Good news for anyone who dislikes talking to hotel staff about service requests. But let's hope that hotel companies don't abuse the privilege and have AI spamming guests with messages throughout a stay.

Sean O'Neill | 4 months ago

Hilton to Enable Guest Requests by Text at All Hotels