Articles tagged “media”

Tourism

What the Travel Media Gets So Horribly Wrong About Africa

For being one of the most important business, political, and tourism stories, a lot of Africa coverage tends to only hit a few notes. Here are some ideas on how travel reporting can evolve, and incorporate more voices and add deeper perspectives.
Business Travel

Trying to Make Money in Consumer Travel Media

Selling off the business that helped subsidize editorial content was certainly a brave move, but if — and it's a big if — Andrew Harper can work out how to make money purely from publishing, then it might just turn out to be a masterstroke.
Business Travel

Decades-Old Travel Media Company Andrew Harper Goes Back to Basics

Truth in consumer travel coverage is a rare commodity in this day and age of influencers, paid content and the pursuit of profit. But one bespoke media company thinks it can succeed solely by sending writers around the world, paying the travel bills along the way.
Online Travel

Online Travel Media — Skift Research Looks at Who Stands Out in 2018

The majority of first travel searches have no mention of a brand or destination, putting publishers of digital destination information in a uniquely influential position. Yet publishers are challenged to differentiate themselves in an overwhelming number of options.
Announcements

According to Skift: The New Lingo In Travel

"According to Skift” has become the new lingo in travel. That is a really big deal. It’s about reputation. Perception. Image. Skift has become an authority. As the “go-to source.” As the expert. We are very proud.
Business Travel

Wall Street Journal Launches Online Travel Site Powered by Upside

Upside is trying to reach a more high-yielding audience of business travelers through its partnership with The Wall Street Journal. Whether the Upside experience ends up resonating with its users over the long term is another story.