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Airlines

JetBlue to Open Airport Lounges in Major Premium Push

Speaking to Skift, JetBlue president Marty St. George said it’s possible to balance a low-cost airline with high-end lounges. If realized as planned, these could be some of the most exclusive spaces of any U.S. carrier. 

Gordon Smith | 2 hours ago

JetBlue to Open Airport Lounges in Major Premium Push

Daily Lodging Report

Singapore, Hong Kong Hotel Markets Competition Intensifies

Singapore's hotel market is thriving with high-end travelers and strong occupancy, while Hong Kong is focusing on budget-conscious visitors as its luxury sector struggles to recover.

3 hours ago

Podcasts

Airbnb’s Growth Strategy, Las Vegas’ Sports Tourism and Dubai’s Rebrand

Today's podcast looks at Airbnb's non-short-term rental plans, Las Vegas' sporting event goals, and Dubai's departure from luxury tourism.

Rashaad Jorden | 7 hours ago

Airbnb’s Growth Strategy, Las Vegas’ Sports Tourism and Dubai’s Rebrand

Business Travel

Business Travel Budgets Face ‘New Normal’ With Prices to Climb Through 2025

It turns out that 2019 is no longer a good year to compare prices to. That should be a relief to anyone trying to explain why their travel budget looks so different now.

Sean O'Neill | 7 hours ago

Business Travel Budgets Face ‘New Normal’ With Prices to Climb Through 2025

Tourism

Here’s Why More Indian Passengers are Opting for Nonstop International Travel — India Report

Indian travelers' growing demand for nonstop flights is a big win for local airlines, but they’ve got a tough road ahead. Middle Eastern and European carriers aren’t backing down without a fight.

Bulbul Dhawan | 12 hours ago

Here’s Why More Indian Passengers are Opting for Nonstop International Travel — India Report

Short-Term Rentals

Airbnb’s Future: Not Just Short-Term Rentals, Not Just Travel

Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky wants to make billions of dollars from new lines of business — and they may not all be focused on travel.

Justin Dawes | 16 hours ago

Airbnb’s Future: Not Just Short-Term Rentals, Not Just Travel

Airlines

Why United Charges for Carry-Ons and the Impact of Boeing’s Strike

United hasn't been affected by the Boeing strikes so far, but it and other airlines will eventually need their planes.

Meghna Maharishi | 16 hours ago

Why United Charges for Carry-Ons and the Impact of Boeing’s Strike

Daily Lodging Report

Goldman Sachs Initiates Coverage with Buy Ratings on 3 Hotel Chains

Goldman Sachs is cautiously optimistic about the lodging sector, with Buy ratings on Hilton, Wyndham, and Marriott, while holding Neutral or Sell ratings on others, especially in the timeshare segment.

18 hours ago

Hotels

The Future of Marriott? Experiences and Loyalty, Says CEO

Marriott is a giant in the hotel world. Moving forward, CEO Anthony Capuano wants to see more attention placed on selling experiences and offering rewards to guests.

Josh Corder | 20 hours ago

The Future of Marriott? Experiences and Loyalty, Says CEO

Hotels

Wyndham’s New Ways to Make Money — One Text at a Time

Wyndham's CEO says its tech investment is paying off. Other travel brands need to up their game.

Christiana Sciaudone, Skift | 20 hours ago

Wyndham’s New Ways to Make Money — One Text at a Time

Experiences

Challenges in Capturing Growth in Experiences: Taylor Swift, AI, Scaling 

The demand for experiences isn't showing any sign of slowing down, but travel companies are still figuring out how to capture it.

Christiana Sciaudone, Skift | 22 hours ago

Challenges in Capturing Growth in Experiences: Taylor Swift, AI, Scaling