Dennis Schaal, Skift
These were the 10 biggest deals in travel in 2018. Were they the smartest decisions? We'll know in a few years. Hospitality-related acquisitions dominated our list; the online travel agencies made some big investments, but were absent as big buyers.
2 months ago
Jenny Surane, Bloomberg
The rich get richer. A Supreme Court decision on Monday is a win for the loyalty program members who are wealthy and credit-worthy. But can American Express still keep charging these rates to merchants given the competition?
8 months ago
Patrick Whyte, Skift
Hogg Robinson Group has gone through a significant amount of restructuring in recent years. The board obviously thinks now is the right time to cash in.
1 year ago
Brian Sumers, Skift
Insiders often say airport real estate is some of the most expensive in the world. This is likely a massive investment for American Express, but the company has probably calculated it's worth it. People love airport lounges, and American Express knows it needs to keep its customers happy.
1 year ago
SkiftX
When it comes to planning a trip, it’s no longer just about the destination. Consumers today want their travel to include customized, curated experiences that connect with their personal passions.
1 year ago
Jenny Surane, Bloomberg
The rewards cards' wars between American Express, Chase and UBS are getting even hotter than the direct-booking skirmishes between hotels and online travel agencies. Many of the credit card companies are targeting Millennials to get homebodies among them out and into the airports.
1 year ago
Colin Nagy, Skift
Here are the brands that are innovating and getting the lounge experience right.
1 year ago
Jenny Surane, Bloomberg
The success of JPMorgan Chase’s Sapphire Reserve Card has forced American Express to compete and spend the most in at least nine years on its card rewards. It's time to check if you have the most generous card.
2 years ago
Brian Sumers, Skift
Yes, airline frequent flyer programs probably were more lucrative a decade ago. But savvy travelers can still get a lot of value out of the programs and their affiliated credit cards.
2 years ago
Ben Steverman, Bloomberg
While the more affluent in the United States focus on travel perks in premium credit cards, most cardholders focus on cash back. The popularity is waning for debit cards; they won't get you any points or cash back from hotel stays or airline tickets.
2 years ago
Ken Sweet, Associated Press
We're pretty sure AmEx is breathing a huge sigh of relief today, especially after losing its co-branded cards with JetBlue and Costco in recent years, and potentially losing Starwood Preferred Guest following the integration of Marriott and Starwood's loyalty programs.
2 years ago
Jenny Surane, Bloomberg
Some of the perks are impressive, but UBS may have some trouble challenging Chase and American Express. Both competitors offer serious value to cardholders seeking free travel. And each has been in the high-end business longer than UBS. Plus, Chase and Amex have lots of airline partners.
2 years ago