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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.

Research firms and the tourism industry are bullish on the potential of India for both domestic and international travel. Credit Ratings agency CRISIL has projected that a record 30 million Indians will travel overseas this year.

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. 

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.

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.

In a wide-ranging exclusive interview with Skift since he left American Airlines, Raja discussed the future of the airline industry.

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.

Maui's tourism sector hasn't been able to shake off the impact of last year's wildfires despite extensive marketing.

We’re bringing you a bonus episode featuring an exclusive interview with former American Airlines Chief Commercial Officer Vasu Raja, who left American earlier this year after two years in the…

While Hilton's outlook remains broadly positive, the moderating growth trajectory bears watching. Next year hotel operators may need to work harder to drive growth. Luxury and lifestyle brands could be key differentiators.

Known as the crown jewel of Saudi tourism, AlUla is building a "light-touch tourism" model that focuses on cultural preservation to attract travelers interested in authentic experiences while capping visitor numbers to preserve its unique landscape.

As hospitality procurement leaders become increasingly important strategic partners, advanced technologies can help procurement teams tackle industry complexity, increase efficiency, and deliver measurable value back to the business.