Skift Research Excerpt

The tours and experiences space is rapidly evolving. Not only is this a major opportunity for tour operators and travel agents, but for other travel sub-sectors as well.

The increasing cost pressures to avoid Russian airspace for flights to China have put Western airlines in a difficult situation. This has forced them to consider halting flights to China, which in turn is benefitting Chinese airlines.

Azul is now the second-largest carrier in Brazil. The pandemic did little to deter its growth, but the airline must find a solution for its increasing debt levels. Could a merger fix this?

High unit costs, reduced operational efficiencies, and increased competition from network carriers have combined to create a significant challenge for ultra low-cost carriers in the U.S.

Skift's research shows that there are real developments taking place and that it is still early enough for savvy destinations and businesses to make their mark with innovative approaches to green travel under the regenerative banner.

With the availability of better aircraft, a growing middle class and the evolving travel preferences of young travelers, there could be a billion-dollar opportunity waiting for low-cost, long haul air travel.

The long-haul, low-cost business model has proved to be a challenge for airline executives. But with changes in travel preferences and advancements in aircraft technology, could we finally see a breakthrough?

Despite rising prices, many U.S. travelers are protecting their travel budgets, said the latest survey by Skift Research. We're cautiously optimistic about this trend.

With China’s ongoing Covid crackdowns halting its almost-there recovery, the accommodation sectors of other APAC countries are expected to gain market share in 2022.

The pandemic boosted the growth of the already flourishing short-term rentals sub sector of the European accommodation market. It is still to be seen how the various sub sectors will compete to define the market landscape.