Airbnb and AI: Brian Chesky Sees New Verticals — Like Amazon and Apple
No, Brian Chesky isn't necessarily talking about launching flights on Airbnb when he refers to becoming a "cross-vertical company." Google Flights, relax.
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.
MGM Resorts Got Las Vegas Boost From Super Bowl and F1
Las Vegas's hosting of the Super Bowl helped MGM Resorts post records in its hotel revenues. Demand may stay strong as the company expects to fully roll out a Marriott licensing tie-up by the end of March.
Airbnb Reports Surge in Hosts and Listings: Does This End the Supply Debate?
Some hosts left Airbnb during the early part of the pandemic because they lost their incomes and were angry about refund policies. Airbnb's host and listing' numbers show it has turned a corner for now.
Marriott: Strong 2023 With Record Luxury Hotels Deals
The volatility of the day-to-day horse race can obscure the bigger picture: Marriott's management delivered stellar results in 2024, with an effective 48% profit margin.
Marriott’s Ad Network: Slow Rollout for Plan to Target Hotel Guests
In May 2022, Marriott said it would let non-hotel marketers place ads on its site, lobby TVs, and guest-room Wi-Fi portals. But it's been largely quiet since then. Here's an update.
Soho House Considers Going Private as It Faces Investor Scrutiny
Soho House has been unprofitable since its debut as a public company in 2021. Will it make the numbers work?
Hilton CEO Sees ‘Opportunity’ For Hotel Acquisitions
Hilton signaled that hotel sector circumstances have shifted in a way that makes it more likely it would pivot from its 16-year strategy of creating brands and instead consider buying them.
Selina’s London Hotel Shut by Landlord for Missed Rent Payments
Selina has been partly counting on the patience of owners and financial partners as it restructures to live another day. But at least one hotel owner ran out of patience.
Forbes Travel Guide 2024: Middle East Leads 5-Star Hotel Gains
Dubai has surged in the luxury hotel race, adding five five-star hotels to its existing seven. The strong showing came as the Middle East beat out other regions in growth of five-star awards.
Hilton Inks Exclusive Deal with Small Luxury Hotels of the World – a Loss for Hyatt
Hyatt is losing its partnership where Hyatt members could use their reward points to book stays at Small Luxury Hotels, a network of 560 boutique hotels. Hilton's move also highlights how tough it has been for independent hotels to compete to acquire customers on their own.