Articles tagged “Mastercard”

Business Travel

Here’s How AI Can Help Fix Business Travel. Eventually

Mastercard found that nine in 10 travel decision-makers plan on investing in AI and machine learning to improve processes and personalize travel for employees.

Christiana Sciaudone, Skift | 2 weeks ago

Here’s How AI Can Help Fix Business Travel. Eventually

Tourism

China Expands Visa-Waiver Program List: More Countries Added

For years, China has been the gift that kept on giving to global tourism, sending millions of its citizens to explore, shop and snap selfies worldwide. Now, it's telling global travelers, "Your turn!" And if visa hassles are a deal-breaker, the country knows that removing them can only sweeten the deal.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 2 weeks ago

China Expands Visa-Waiver Program List: More Countries Added

Business Travel

Short-Term Rentals Haven’t Fully Caught On for Business Travel, but They’re Getting There

The uptake of vacation rentals for business travel depends on proving safety and reliability to road warriors and travel managers.

Elizabeth Casolo | 4 weeks ago

Short-Term Rentals Haven’t Fully Caught On for Business Travel, but They’re Getting There

Tourism

Indian Travelers Hit New Spending Peak: How Much They Spent Overseas

Of course, we know that Indians are traveling more than ever, but nothing like statistics to highlight just how significant travel spending has become.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 1 month ago

Indian Travelers Hit New Spending Peak: How Much They Spent Overseas

Tourism

Longer Trips in Cheaper Destinations — And Why Albania Is Getting So Popular

Travelers are still booking flights despite inflation. Where some of those flights are headed may be different, though.

Elizabeth Casolo | 2 months ago

Longer Trips in Cheaper Destinations — And Why Albania Is Getting So Popular

Business Travel

Vacation Rentals on Business Trips? Who Gets the Best Airline Seat?

Business travel still has a long way to go in terms of sustainability and accommodating employee needs. Mastercard’s latest survey shows how no company is the same.

Elizabeth Casolo | 2 months ago

Vacation Rentals on Business Trips? Who Gets the Best Airline Seat?

Business Travel

Mastercard’s New App Embraces Virtual Card Trend in Corporate Travel

Mastercard knows it’s not the only player in the world of mobile virtual cards. With its new app, Mastercard wants to stand out as an MVP in streamlining corporate travel while serving a wave of companies adopting this innovation.

Elizabeth Casolo | 3 months ago

Mastercard’s New App Embraces Virtual Card Trend in Corporate Travel

Online Travel

Get Ready for Trivago’s Advertising Reboot

Today's edition of Skift's daily podcast looks closer at Trivago's ad woes, Capital One's new lounge, and Mastercard's India travel forecast.

Rashaad Jorden | 10 months ago

Get Ready for Trivago’s Advertising Reboot

Tourism

Mastercard Executive Shares 6 Key Insights Shaping Indian Travel Trends

India's tourism market has made significant strides post pandemic, with a growing appetite for diverse experiences, authenticity and wellness. The world should recognize and cater to India's evolving preferences.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 10 months ago

Mastercard Executive Shares 6 Key Insights Shaping Indian Travel Trends

Airlines

Skift India Report: Small Aircraft to Connect Remote Regions

While more people from tier 2 and 3 towns can benefit from the next phase of the regional connectivity scheme, it needs some tweaking to generate enough enthusiasm from airlines and stakeholders.

Amrita Ghosh | 11 months ago

Skift India Report: Small Aircraft to Connect Remote Regions