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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.

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Accor Explores Corporate Partnerships to Revive Cratered Revenue

Accor sees plenty of revenue growth opportunities, but it needs to move swiftly against competitors to dig out of current financial realities and pandemic misery.

Cameron Sperance | 4 years ago

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China Is First Country in the World to See Year-Over-Year Hotel Revenue Growth During Pandemic

A holiday with plenty of reasons to celebrate: Golden Week reaffirmed projections that hotels in China are on track to recover to pre-pandemic revenue levels by next year.

Cameron Sperance | 4 years ago

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U.S. Leads the World in Hotel Construction During Pandemic

Don't be fooled by these numbers in the United States. It will be years for hotel construction to once again hit peak levels seen only months ago.

Cameron Sperance | 4 years ago

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Hotel Industry Finally Gets a Relief Bill in Congress: What Are Its Chances?

The hospitality industry got some love from Washington, but stakeholders shouldn't hold their breath waiting for industry-targeted relief to pass.

Cameron Sperance | 4 years ago

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Red Lion Hotels Enters the Extended Stay Hotel Sector With Brand Reinvention

The extended stay hotel sector continues to attract owners and investors due to its seemingly recession-proof traveler base, even during a global pandemic.

Cameron Sperance | 4 years ago

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Will Hong Kong's Travel Economy Ever Catch a Break?

Hong Kong's travel industry desperately needs a lifeline. But it is unclear if mainland China's increased influence on the city will help Hong Kong come out of its cratered state of tourism.

Cameron Sperance | 4 years ago

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Marriott Taps Into New Revenue Streams Amid Strong Recovery in China

Marriott's newer initiatives and brands like Homes & Villas may find success during the pandemic, but old-fashioned revenue streams like corporate travel are still a vital factor in a full recovery.

Cameron Sperance | 4 years ago

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China Saw a Blip in Its Hotel Recovery But Mostly Due to Supply and Demand

There have been hotel occupancy dips and rapid accelerations in China, but underlying data shows the country is still leading the world in the race toward a full economic recovery from the pandemic.

Cameron Sperance | 4 years ago

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Marriott and IHG Fueling Sonesta’s Rapid Growth: Is Hyatt Next?

It only takes a little momentum for a snowball growth effect to transpire, and the unlikely Sonesta seems to have plenty of it to hit an extraordinary five-year growth goal.

Cameron Sperance | 4 years ago

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Hilton Adds Resort Amenities to Business Hotels After Months of Leisure-Led Travel

Hilton's hotel tweaks and new ad campaign are a reminder companies can't afford to let customers slip away, especially during such an uncertain year for travel.

Cameron Sperance | 4 years ago