Airlines
United Turns Bullish, Adding 25,000 Flights for August
United is adding nearly 25,000 flights for its August schedule. It's a big bet that the demand will be there to make it worth it.
Travel's Reopening and Coronavirus Recovery
The latest news about coronavirus recovery around the world and the reopening of travel and tourism in destinations around the world.
Skift Research subscribers can view the latest data about country-by-country recovery at the Skift Recovery Index. Data about public companies can be viewed at the Skift Health Score.
Coronavirus
A European Summer Without Americans Threatens Already Struggling Luxury Hotels
The EU's ban on American travelers is another revenue hit for European hoteliers, but also an opportunity to build up a domestic travel base.
Tourism
Coronavirus May Solve Overtourism in Europe But Will That Shift Leave Lasting Economic Scars?
European tourist organizations should use coronavirus as an opportunity to solve overtourism concerns. But going overboard may ultimately do away with the economic benefits of recent years that put much-needed funds into both local and national coffers.
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New Webinar Series to Explore Recovery Trends in Travel
As international borders slowly start to reopen in some regions, airlines and online travel agencies must be poised for a rebound. Intelligent strategies informed by data and insights will light the path forward and ultimately help businesses succeed in the new normal.
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Coronavirus
What Global Hoteliers Need to Learn From China’s Hotel Recovery ... and Hiccup
The U.S. and China have taken similar hotel recovery paths following coronavirus shutdowns, but how U.S. leaders respond to recent case spikes may determine if the transpacific rebound correlation continues.
Coronavirus
It Won’t Get Better in the Second Half of 2020
Let's start planning 2021, assuming most of our businesses get there ...
Airlines
How Mexico's Largest Airline Is Navigating the Pandemic
Most air travelers are probably going to be traveling domestic for awhile. That could be especially good news for Volaris as it recovers from the pandemic. Find out why.
Coronavirus
New York City’s Hotel Woes Checked In Long Before Coronavirus
The Big Apple's hotel building bonanza of recent years swamped the market with an overabundance of supply. But even now with permanent closures expected and fewer rooms available, hotel operators won't be able to price up in a way to turn big profits.
Online Travel
India's MakeMyTrip Pushes Out Expectations for Profits Even Further Because of Pandemic
One wonders whether some travel companies like MakeMyTrip Group must rethink parts of their business during the pandemic. They may continue to struggle to pay out millions in refunds to customers due to a staccato pace of travel restrictions.
Coronavirus
Marriott CEO Says Nations Not Having Strong Coronavirus Policies Hurt Businesses Like His
The U.S. hotel industry may have strong momentum behind its initial recovery, but strong government leadership will be key in keeping the recovery consistent.