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Hilton Slows, Disney Softens and Maui Recovers

Today's podcast looks at Hilton preparing for a travel demand cool-off, Disney bracing for a decline in park operating income, and Maui's continued struggle toward tourism recovery.
Hotels

Hilton Beats Estimates

Hilton beat estimates and cut guidance, and seemed to have a report that was accepted more than Marriott’s. The company has raised their net room growth target for the year and it repurchased shares this quarter. 
Short-Term Rentals

Airbnb CEO: A New AI-Powered App Will Take 'Years'

Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky originally predicted that a fully redeveloped app — with AI at the center — would already have been released. Now, he's saying it'll take years.
Meetings

Cautious Optimism for Meetings

In the first half of 2024, 21 of the top 25 hotel markets saw increased group demand, though overall levels remain below 2019 when adjusted for inflation. Conferences and trade shows are key drivers of this growth, with significant recovery in regions like Asia Pacific and North America.
Announcements

Top Aviation Leaders on Stage at Skift Events this Fall

CEOs from American, JetBlue, Southwest, Turkish, and United will join Skift Airline Weekly editors on stage for in-depth discussions on the sector’s future and their takes on what’s next.