Articles tagged “skift forum asia”

Business Travel

Tripadvisor CEO Dismisses Concerns Over Rivals Amazon, Airbnb and Klook in the Experiences Business

Tripadvisor CEO Steve Kaufer may be underestimating the threat competitors pose to its tours and activities business, a segment the company may see as its largest opportunity. But it's true that Airbnb is only going after a small slice of that market for now, and Amazon's intentions are unclear.

Dennis Schaal, Skift | 4 years ago

Tripadvisor CEO Dismisses Concerns Over Rivals Amazon, Airbnb and Klook in the Experiences Business

Coronavirus

Travel Industry Still Being Held Accountable on Green Efforts Even in This Pandemic

There's a potential quick fix for coronavirus — a vaccine. Unfortunately, that doesn't exist for solving climate change and other environmental issues.

Matthew Parsons, Skift | 4 years ago

Travel Industry Still Being Held Accountable on Green Efforts Even in This Pandemic

Coronavirus

Will Hong Kong’s Travel Economy Ever Catch a Break?

Hong Kong's travel industry desperately needs a lifeline. But it is unclear if mainland China's increased influence on the city will help Hong Kong come out of its cratered state of tourism.

Cameron Sperance, Skift | 4 years ago

Will Hong Kong’s Travel Economy Ever Catch a Break?

Tourism

The Silver Lining to Asia’s Travel Recovery Will Be Who Learns the Most From This Pandemic, Says Global Strategist

A crisis can seem "unprecedented" if you haven't schooled yourself on what has happened elsewhere before. Expect Asia to be the center of the travel sector's recovery as some countries leapfrog others.

Sean O'Neill, Skift | 4 years ago

The Silver Lining to Asia’s Travel Recovery Will Be Who Learns the Most From This Pandemic, Says Global Strategist

Coronavirus

Marriott Taps Into New Revenue Streams Amid Strong Recovery in China

Marriott's newer initiatives and brands like Homes & Villas may find success during the pandemic, but old-fashioned revenue streams like corporate travel are still a vital factor in a full recovery.

Cameron Sperance, Skift | 4 years ago

Marriott Taps Into New Revenue Streams Amid Strong Recovery in China

Coronavirus

China Saw a Blip in Its Hotel Recovery But Mostly Due to Supply and Demand

There have been hotel occupancy dips and rapid accelerations in China, but underlying data shows the country is still leading the world in the race toward a full economic recovery from the pandemic.

Cameron Sperance, Skift | 4 years ago

China Saw a Blip in Its Hotel Recovery But Mostly Due to Supply and Demand

Tourism

The Big Questions Facing Asia’s Travel Economies in 2021 and Beyond

Is Asia is still the future of travel, for itself and for the world at large, in a global economy & consumer behavior restructured by the pandemic?

Rafat Ali, Skift | 4 years ago

The Big Questions Facing Asia’s Travel Economies in 2021 and Beyond

Announcements

What to Expect at Skift Forum Asia Next Week

As we launch into Skift Forum Asia next week, we're thrilled to bring a day of in-depth and thought-provoking conversations between industry leaders and Skift editors to this online format, available live on October 15 and on-demand after.

Brian Quinn, Skift | 4 years ago

What to Expect at Skift Forum Asia Next Week

Announcements

Join Us at Skift Forum Asia as an Online Conference October 15

Skift Forum Asia takes shape as a virtual conference this year, with speakers from across the region being interviewed over video. It will be a day jam packed with insights and strategies on how companies are adapting and where travel is headed.

Brian Quinn, Skift | 4 years ago

Join Us at Skift Forum Asia as an Online Conference October 15

Tourism

Cannabis Tourism Needs to Get Past Stigma to Grow in Asia

Thailand is in a good position to tap the green rush and forge a path in medical marijuana tourism. Its neighbors are keenly watching its developments, even as the region's pace toward marijuana legalization is still slow.

Xinyi Liang-Pholsena, Skift | 4 years ago

Cannabis Tourism Needs to Get Past Stigma to Grow in Asia