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Today's edition of Skift's daily podcast looks closer at hotels and wellness profits, Viator and GetYourGuide comps, and evolving in-flight entertainment.
Rashaad Jorden | 3 months ago
Airlines
In-flight entertainment has long been a critical part of airlines' efforts to attract travelers, and the increasingly lucrative sector is poised to provide major carriers more opportunities to stand out from rivals.
Online Travel
New owner Intelsat will need to invest in Gogo's internet services. Airline customers like Delta are impatient with Gogo's capacity to meet their needs.
Sean O'Neill, Skift | 3 years ago
We're travel obsessives, but we don't miss airplane food. That said, we congratulate Ural Airlines on finding a way to make a few people smile with this marketing gimmick.
Gabrielle Tétrault-Farber, Reuters | 3 years ago
American Airlines’ new Main Cabin Extra product elevates the in-flight experience for economy passengers without drastically elevating out-of-pocket costs.
American Airlines + Skift | 5 years ago
Both Qantas and Virgin Australia should have Wi-Fi available on all domestic flights by the end of 2018. While travelers want to stay connected, they probably won’t pay for Wi-Fi, but might choose flights on the basis of internet coverage, especially on longer routes.
Allan Leibowitz, Skift | 6 years ago
American and Casper will soon be working together to bring custom-designed bedding to the airline's long-haul flights. A hipper brand such as Casper may resonate better with younger flyers than legacy brands such as Westin or Saks.
Grant Martin, Skift | 6 years ago
Honeywell has a new suite of connected tools that it's bringing to market powered by satellite connectivity. In a crowded market, though, it may take some time before the potential is fully realized.
This is a smart move to ensure Etihad's most valuable customers are able to stay connected on its lengthy flights direct to U.S. destinations.
Andrew Sheivachman, Skift | 6 years ago
Compared to a decade ago in-flight entertainment is in a great place. Here's how to make it so much better.
Colin Nagy, Skift | 7 years ago