Articles tagged “sgfe2022”

Tourism

Full Video: Dubai and the Future of Travel at Skift Global Forum East 2022

Dubai officials are bullish on its potential to become an even bigger tourist destination, especially since it's been successful at attracting repeat visitors. Watch this video to hear how Dubai can improve the tourist experience.

Rashaad Jorden | 1 year ago

Full Video: Dubai and the Future of Travel at Skift Global Forum East 2022

Hotels

Full Video: Hilton CEO at Skift Global Forum East 2022

Hilton CEO Christopher Nassetta praised the Middle East for its commitment to boosting tourism, and he explained at the recent Skift Global Forum East why public-private partnerships are critical in improving tourism infrastructure.

Rashaad Jorden | 1 year ago

Full Video: Hilton CEO at Skift Global Forum East 2022

Airlines

Dear Air France: My Wheelchair Is Like My Legs, Not My Luggage

Travel industry, ensure the safety of passengers with disabilities while in transit and deliver their assistive devices as per their needs. There is no universal design for disability. But there is one for empathy.

Tanzila Khan, Skift | 1 year ago

Dear Air France: My Wheelchair Is Like My Legs, Not My Luggage

Hotels

Hilton CEO on Building Vs. Buying

Listen to Chris Nassetta, CEO of Hilton, in conversation with Skift's Rafat Ali.

Jason Clampet | 1 year ago

Hilton CEO on Building Vs. Buying

Business Travel

Generator and Freehand Hotels CEO Sees Overreach for Remote Workers

There’s always a rush to jump on trends, blended travel included, but in some cases it’s worth stepping back once in a while.

Matthew Parsons | 1 year ago

Generator and Freehand Hotels CEO Sees Overreach for Remote Workers

Tourism

World Cup Put Qatar in Spotlight, Now Doha Airport Is Key to Future Tourism

The World Cup gave Qatar the opportunity to show the world its possibilities as a tourist destination. Once the World Cup is over, global public attention will scatter and memories will fade. Officials say they'll be happy as a vibrant stopover destination.

Dawit Habtemariam | 1 year ago

World Cup Put Qatar in Spotlight, Now Doha Airport Is Key to Future Tourism

Airlines

Etihad Airways’ First Female Pilot Offers Inspiration in a Breakthrough Career

Etihad captain Aisha Al Mansoori didn't so much break the glass ceiling as much as soared through it.

Edward Russell | 1 year ago

Etihad Airways’ First Female Pilot Offers Inspiration in a Breakthrough Career

Online Travel

The New Chinese Traveler Won’t Be Receptive to Old Marketing Strategies

If and when outbound Chinese travelers return, they will be a post-pandemic version of their former selves with altered likes and dislikes. Old-school marketing may fall flat.

Dennis Schaal | 1 year ago

The New Chinese Traveler Won’t Be Receptive to Old Marketing Strategies

Meetings

Global Business Events Matter More Than Ever for Driving Regional Economies

Despite the significant benefits, not all destinations are able to develop successful global event strategies. Those that do demonstrate a relentless focus on supporting business.

Miguel Neves | 1 year ago

Global Business Events Matter More Than Ever for Driving Regional Economies

Tourism

Travel Pins Hopes on Sustainability Efforts to Lure New Talent

Human capital is the main driver of the travel and hospitality industry and there needs to be a strategy to attract and train the right talent. Sometimes being greener than your competitors is the edge.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 1 year ago

Travel Pins Hopes on Sustainability Efforts to Lure New Talent