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Today’s edition of Skift’s daily podcast looks at Ethiopa’s tourism recovery, Alaska Air’s earnings, and a hotel diversity initiative.
Rashaad Jorden | 1 year ago
News Blog
Expedia Group has announced the first group of tech companies taking part in its new Open World Accelerator program. The 12 startups were chosen from hundreds of applicants worldwide focused on building tech products meant to improve accessibility for underserved travelers. Each startup or small business must have been founded in the last 10 years…
Justin Dawes | 1 year ago
Short-Term Rentals
Airbnb's changes undoubtedly won't solve the issue of traveling on "Airbnb while Black," and the company isn't claiming they will. One can hope that there will at least be modest progress with more steps to come.
Dennis Schaal | 2 years ago
Hotels
Telesa Via's story at IHG's Kimpton brand of hotels spotlights a broader surge of industry interest in making the hotel sector more welcoming for Black leaders in all roles.
Carley Thornell | 2 years ago
Media and PR
Lufthansa’s primary message, “Diversity Wins,” communicated in such a light-hearted and celebratory tone, quietly asserts the brand’s value of acceptance, and its disagreement with some of Qatar's discriminatory stances.
Samantha Shankman, Skift | 2 years ago
In this video from Skift Global Forum 2022, we hear from Jennifer Andre, vice president, business development of Expedia Group Media Solutions, on travelers’ evolving preferences, the return of international travel, and the importance of inclusivity in advertising.
Expedia Group Media Solutions + Skift | 2 years ago
Transitioning hotel art from decorative to thought-provoking is an opportunity to enhance social responsibility while showcasing local culture — and possibly boost business.
Carley Thornell, Skift | 2 years ago
DEI initiatives are critical for today’s modern hospitality brands. Accor is using its own company-wide diversity, equity, and inclusion commitment to push the industry — and the world — forward.
Accor Group + Skift | 2 years ago
As a traveler of color, I approve this message. As a tourism marketing effort, it's a smart one ahead of what's predicted to be a busier and more competitive summer than last year's. Way to go, Boston — and look out New York City.
Lebawit Lily Girma | 2 years ago