Congrats, You’re the ‘World’s Best’ Hotel. Now Comes the Hard Part
Awards are great, but running a consistent operation in the face of increased scrutiny is a challenge.
Luxury
This comprehensive archive offers the latest insights, trends, and developments in the luxury travel industry, tailored specifically for professionals and stakeholders in the field. Featuring in-depth analysis and updates on hotels, tours, airlines, and cruise lines, the news stories in this collection provide essential information for those seeking to stay ahead in this rapidly-evolving market.
Etihad to Announce ‘Around 10’ New Routes in November: Exclusive
If you thought Etihad’s recent growth was running out of steam, think again. Speaking exclusively to Skift, the airline’s CCO revealed that further big changes are coming in 2025.
The Customer Isn’t Always Right: Hotels Need to Crack Down on Bad Behavior
Hotels have become too servile, letting badly behaved guests ruin carefully crafted experiences. They need to take notes from the Hôtel du Cap, where standards and behavior are gently enforced for the benefit of all.
Michelin Awards More U.S. Luxury Hotels New Key Ratings and Adds Canada and Mexico
It's notable how many of Michelin's favorite hotels are independently owned and run. Hard to find any properties run by the largest hotel groups on its lists.
Anantara’s Urban Shift Signals Minor Hotels’ Luxury Ambitions in Europe
Minor Hotels is transforming its Anantara brand, spreading its traditional resort-focused roots in Asia, and growing an urban luxury hotel portfolio in Europe.
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First Class Fiasco: Swiss Adds Metal Weights to Rebalance Premium-Heavy Planes
Airlines are obsessive about reducing weight to keep fuel costs down and bolster environmental credentials. This decision from Swiss will not have come lightly.
The Biggest Innovators in Travel and Hospitality: Summer 2024
The most inspiring trends we’ve picked up on have nothing to do with hyper-glitz. There’s a lot happening right now from visionaries executing with integrity.
Hilton Revamps Luxury Travel Advisor Program, Adds Concierge Desk and Perks
Just about every hotel brand is trying to target luxury, and Hilton’s no different. Its approach with this move is strengthening relationships with influential travel advisors.
Can Today’s Generation of Leaders Evolve Luxury Hotels?
Jannes Sorensen thinks the key to unlocking the future of luxury hospitality lies in the skillsets of its leaders: and it requires a new curriculum and “whole person” approach to do it.
Why Doesn’t Turkish Airlines Have Premium Economy? We Ask the Chairman
Speaking to Skift, Turkish Airlines chairman Ahmet Bolat explains why he is comfortable defying the direction of travel at most other long-haul airlines.