Super Bowl 2024 Hotel Rooms Were Priciest in U.S. History
Initial reports suggest Las Vegas reaped solid economic rewards from its first time hosting the Super Bowl.
Future of Lodging
As the lines continue to blur between hotels and short-term rentals, Skift is focused on the technology and the consumer behaviors that are driving this. Follow our coverage across the wide world of lodging, from traditional hotels and motels to urban short-term rentals and traditional vacation rentals.
Hyatt’s Annual Report: 5 Things We Learned
Hyatt's annual 10-K provides a handful of notable details, including the final prices it paid for Mr & Mrs Smith and for Dream Hotels.
Accor CEO Says a Rising Middle Class in India Will Bolster Hotel Sector
Accor's top boss said during a Thursday earnings call that the hotel group will benefit as the middle class expands in India and beyond in the next several years.
Airbnb’s New Listing Verification Process Favors Pro Hosts
With fraud a substantial problem in online travel these days, Airbnb is undertaking the mammoth task of trying to verify listings. The process is easier for professional hosts.
IHG Forecasts Loyalty and Hotel Pipeline Growth
CEO Elie Maalouf pointed to early results suggesting that IHG's recent marketing efforts and brand development work are leading to growth in a virtuous flywheel for the hotel group.
Andaz Brand Campaign: The Story of Hyatt’s Luxury Lifestyle Hotels
Hyatt's brand muse Crystal Vinisse Thomas reveals the thinking behind her seven-figure marketing campaign for luxury lifestyle brand Andaz.
Wyndham’s Latest Annual Report: 8 Things We Learned
Eight things jumped out at us from Wyndham annual financial filing. One surprise was that it has introduced an AI risk disclosure. That is something we expect will become commonplace in travel company filings.
Hyatt Releases Upbeat Hotel Metrics, Delays Conference Call
Hyatt didn't provide a full report on its 2023 performance, but it did release some key numbers for the full year that suggested strong momentum.
Wyndham Results Hurt By Cost and ‘Noise’ of Choice Hotels’ Hostile Bid
Wyndham executives said a Choice Hotels offer to buy it has sandbagged them with work in rebuffing the offer and addressing regulators' concerns. The bill so far is $75 million.
Marriott and Hilton: 12 Takeaways From Their Annual Reports
A dozen things jumped out at Skift when looking at Marriott and Hilton's annual financial filings. Points range from the performance of their loyalty programs to how they're taking market share.