Partnerships

Outstanding payments for hotel commissions tend to peak in the fourth quarter — just as the travel business hits its most volatile period. Using analytics and strategies that allow commissions to be paid as quickly as possible can help hotels avoid year-end backlogs, simplify their financial reporting, and improve relationships with their partners.

Juggling too many loyalty programs? You’re not alone. A new survey from IAG Loyalty shows consumers want more flexibility and simplicity in their loyalty programs, highlighting the benefits of a consolidated loyalty currency. To maximize profitability, business leaders must understand how to meet this demand.

As travel rebounds, it's time to reassess what consumers, businesses, and governments need to keep the industry growing sustainably. The ecosystem’s health depends on partnerships that extend across the value chain.

A new report explores the changing standards for traveler expectations when it comes to affordability, peace of mind, and customer service — and how can companies deliver on this value proposition.

Skift spoke with IAG Loyalty CEO Adam Daniels about the program’s plans to partner with more airlines and other businesses in the loyalty space.

Riyadh Air is expected to play a key role in driving tourism to and from Saudi Arabia.

Clear, which rose to popularity by allowing flyers to speed through long security lines with its use of biometrics, will now be the third enrollment provider for TSA Pre-Check.

The new partnership between Emirates and the NBA will see the league rename its in-season tournament to the “Emirates NBA Cup.”

In a discussion at the 2024 Skift Megatrends event, Joe Mason of Allianz Partners emphasized the importance of sending customers a clear message that caring for them is a brand’s top priority. Travel companies that focus on personalizing every consumer touchpoint will be the winners in the battle for brand loyalty.

Tripadvisor co-founder Steve Kaufer, who stepped down as CEO last year after 22 years at the helm, has just unveiled his next big venture.