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Announcements

Calling Travel’s Future Without Fear Then and Now on Skift’s 9th Anniversary

When we officially launched Skift on July 30, 2012, we couldn't have envisioned the insanity and tragedy of 2020 and 2021. But we got through it as a company, and much of the global travel industry, licking its wounds, has likewise proved to be as adaptable as the circumstances demand.

Dennis Schaal, Skift | 10 months ago

Coronavirus

Why MGM Resorts Is Placing a Huge Bet on Asia

The panic's over. Las Vegas' gigantic venues will soon be back selling things like concrete and computers at full capacity. Which is why MGM's CEO and president William Hornbuckle is looking further afield for the brand's next chapter.

Matthew Parsons, Skift | 11 months ago

Tourism

Skift Announces New Asia Editor

Skift is making some changes, building upon our outstanding coverage of Asia. Xinyi Liang-Pholsena will become our new Asia Editor. Please keep an eye out for that byline. You won't be disappointed.

Skift | 2 years ago

Announcements

Introducing the Skift Foundation: Supporting the Promise of Travel Through Our Expertise

The Skift Foundation is in a position to contribute our insights, energies, and resources to help under-resourced destinations and organizations in travel.

Rafat Ali, Skift | 4 years ago

Online Travel

Video: Why Tech Backlash Has Silicon Valley Destined For More Regulation

As more travelers become concerned with how their information is being used, the travel industry could learn a thing or two from Levchin's PayPal and his new company, Affirm, on how to build trust in an era of information overload.

Dan Peltier, Skift | 4 years ago

Announcements

The 21 Uncomfortable Truths That I Have Learned About the Travel Industry

Never accused of holding back on what we think, what we have learned and unlearned. My lessons from six years of Skift and eight years exploring the travel industry.

Rafat Ali, Skift | 4 years ago

Announcements

Skift Basics: 10 Essential Reads to Understand Global Travel

Skift deciphers and defines the big trends for professionals in the global travel industry. If you're new to it, or considering getting into it, you will be up to speed after reading these. We guarantee it!

Rafat Ali, Skift | 4 years ago

Announcements

Skift Is 6 — Patience: The Radical New Business Model

Imagine, because of some catastrophe, the media company you know suddenly shuts down tomorrow. Will anyone miss it, and will the disappearance of said company harm the ecosystem at large in various ways? The key is to move toward making yourself indispensable, by adding enough value.

Rafat Ali, Skift | 4 years ago

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.

Rafat Ali, Skift | 4 years ago

Media and PR

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Calling Travel’s Future Without Fear Then and Now on Skift’s 9th Anniversary

Why MGM Resorts Is Placing a Huge Bet on Asia

Skift Announces New Asia Editor

Introducing the Skift Foundation: Supporting the Promise of Travel Through Our Expertise

Video: Why Tech Backlash Has Silicon Valley Destined For More Regulation

The 21 Uncomfortable Truths That I Have Learned About the Travel Industry

Skift Basics: 10 Essential Reads to Understand Global Travel

Skift Is 6 — Patience: The Radical New Business Model

According to Skift: The New Lingo In Travel

Top 10 Most Popular Skift Stories of 2017