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Hotels

The United Arab Emirates Is Building Its Own Las Vegas

The UAE’s emerging casino industry remains under wraps, but growing investments and behind-the-scenes developments indicate a lucrative future, quietly reshaping the region’s tourism and entertainment landscape for foreign travelers.

Josh Corder | 13 hours ago

The United Arab Emirates Is Building Its Own Las Vegas

Tourism

One Year Later: How October 7 Impacted Tourism in the Middle East

It's been a year since the Israel-Hamas conflict started. With no end in sight, the conflict continues to drag down tourism growth in Jordan and Egypt.

Dawit Habtemariam | 14 hours ago

One Year Later: How October 7 Impacted Tourism in the Middle East

Startups

Joby Aviation Raises $500 Million from Toyota for Flying Taxis: Startup Funding Roundup

Joby Aviation and Toyota are among multiple transport companies that want to see flying taxis as part of everyday commercial travel. If everything stays on track, that could start becoming a reality in 2026.

Justin Dawes | 1 day ago

Joby Aviation Raises $500 Million from Toyota for Flying Taxis: Startup Funding Roundup

Cruises

Votes Against Cruise Restrictions Have the Edge in Juneau, Alaska

Even though their ballot measure has been defeated, some Juneau locals sent a message to city and industry leadership more needs to be done to address overtourism.

Dawit Habtemariam | 1 day ago

Votes Against Cruise Restrictions Have the Edge in Juneau, Alaska

Tourism

#BoycottMaldives Thaws in India: EaseMyTrip Resumes Bookings After ‘Improved Ties’

The re-entry of EaseMyTrip into the Maldives market signals a thaw in the diplomatic frost. But it also raises questions about how travel companies should respond to political tensions. Should they pick sides, or remain neutral, serving the interests of travelers and the economy?

Peden Doma Bhutia | 2 days ago

#BoycottMaldives Thaws in India: EaseMyTrip Resumes Bookings After ‘Improved Ties’

Hotels

Wynn Resorts Gets First Casino License in UAE

The gaming authority had previously issued only one license since its creation in 2023 - to a national lottery company in Abu Dhabi.

Josh Corder | 2 days ago

Wynn Resorts Gets First Casino License in UAE

Short-Term Rentals

Vacasa Founder Knocks Pacaso’s Fundraising as Deceptive

It's great that individuals can get in on a piece of the startup action — as long as they understand the investment.

Dennis Schaal | 2 days ago

Vacasa Founder Knocks Pacaso’s Fundraising as Deceptive

Tourism

Crisis in The Middle East: What Does it Mean for Travel?

Travelers fear the Middle East is decending into war, but the situation is different everywhere you look.

Josh Corder | 2 days ago

Crisis in The Middle East: What Does it Mean for Travel?

Hotels

Choice Hotels’ Upscale Gamble: How Cambria Found Its Footing

Choice Hotels has managed to turn their awkward duckling Cambria into a swan. The brand's turnaround tells a broader story about sector trends.

Sean O'Neill | 2 days ago

Choice Hotels’ Upscale Gamble: How Cambria Found Its Footing

Tourism

U.S. Passport Processing Speeds Up by 2 Weeks as Travel Hits Record Highs

The State Department is processing passport application faster than it was prior to the pandemic. It's catching up to the post-pandemic boom.

Dawit Habtemariam | 2 days ago

U.S. Passport Processing Speeds Up by 2 Weeks as Travel Hits Record Highs

Podcasts

What the Election and Today’s Politics Mean for the Business of Travel – Skift Travel Podcast

Politics is never far from travel, and this episode of the Skift Travel Podcast touches on how major political issues are impacting the industry.

Rashaad Jorden | 2 days ago

What the Election and Today’s Politics Mean for the Business of Travel – Skift Travel Podcast