Skift Live Coverage

Coverage of Skift's online and in-person events.

Coverage of Skift's online and in-person events. Learn about future events at live.skift.com

Announcements

Reflecting on Skift Live 2023

Looking back on 2023 where Skift hosted eight impactful events that brought top industry leaders, visionaries, and enthusiasts together to delve into the future of travel. Last year was one for the books - and we are not slowing down in 2024.

Reflecting on Skift Live 2023

Airlines

American Airlines CEO Seeks to Boost Revenue and Enhance Loyalty Program

American Airlines's top boss says the company is right to focus on underserved U.S. small cities and key international markets through its airline alliance. The airline is also considering enhancements to its frequent flyer program.

American Airlines CEO Seeks to Boost Revenue and Enhance Loyalty Program

Travel Technology

Jason Calacanis and Brad Gerstner on AI in Travel, Work, and Daily Life — Full Video

Jason Calacanis and Brad Gerstner believe generative AI is going to change the nature of travel, the workforce, software development, and more.

Jason Calacanis and Brad Gerstner on AI in Travel, Work, and Daily Life — Full Video

Short-Term Rentals

Airbnb CEO on ‘Essentially’ Eliminating Cleaning Fees

The plan doesn't actually eliminate cleaning fees. Instead, it's meant to prevent users from seeing an unexpected price jump just before check-out — arguably the more frustrating issue.

Airbnb CEO on ‘Essentially’ Eliminating Cleaning Fees

Online Travel

Hopper CEO Claims Expedia Lost Bookings After Their Split

Competition certainly played a role in the Expedia-Hopper split. Which company suffered the greatest? The larger company, Expedia, had more resources to absorb a hit.

Hopper CEO Claims Expedia Lost Bookings After Their Split

Online Travel

Uber Continues Experiments With In-App Travel Products

Uber has been experimenting with an expanded travel app in the UK. Results are looking good, so those trials will continue.

Uber Continues Experiments With In-App Travel Products

Short-Term Rentals

Airbnb CEO Talks European Growth and NYC Crackdown

Airbnb is turning its attention from New York City toward other cities that are more welcoming.

Airbnb CEO Talks European Growth and NYC Crackdown

Travel Technology

Jason Calacanis and Brad Gerstner on How AI Is Changing Travel

The travel industry could see a disruption from generative AI sooner rather than later.

Jason Calacanis and Brad Gerstner on How AI Is Changing Travel

Online Travel

Expedia CEO Talks Hopper Breakup, One Key Loyalty, and Vrbo Host Penalties

Peter Kern stood by the decision about the split with Hopper, but he said other partners shouldn't worry — as long as they play by the rules.

Expedia CEO Talks Hopper Breakup, One Key Loyalty, and Vrbo Host Penalties

Travel Technology

Delta Air Lines on the Vision for AI

The airline industry operates largely on decades-old systems. Without those being updated, integrating AI will be a challenge.

Delta Air Lines on the Vision for AI