The Trump Effect on Travel

As U.S. President Donald Trump continues to shape the political and economic landscape, the impact of his choices on the travel industry remains significant. Read how his actions and policies are shaping the future of travel, and get insights into the industry’s evolving response.

Tourism

U.S. Travel Breaks 9-Month Losing Streak — But Just Barely

Although the U.S. tourism slide has stopped for now, the latest figures are hardly cause for celebration — the industry still has significant work ahead to meet 2026 expectations.

Rashaad Jorden | 4 months ago

A file image of an Air India Boeing 787-8.

Airlines

Indian Government Wants Airlines’ Pet Policies, Cheaper Seat Reservations

India’s new directives have the potential to make flying more affordable and for special baggage allowances to be more accessible.

Bulbul Dhawan | 4 months ago

Tourism

With UAE Tourism In Crisis, Here’s Where Travelers Are Going Instead

Travellers from Europe and the U.S. are instead eyeing European Mediterranean locations, Morocco, and South America. But can airlines scramble to add capacity at such short notice? If else fails, staycations are on the up, too.

Deepthi Nair | 4 months ago

Airlines

American Airlines Sees More Premium Demand, but Expects Fuel Prices to Hit Profits

American CEO Robert Isom said the carrier would have probably had a profitable first quarter if it weren’t for high fuel prices.

Meghna Maharishi | 4 months ago

Airlines

Delta CEO Says Demand Is Up, Despite High Jet Fuel Costs

Even as jet fuel costs continue to rise, Delta expects to increase its first-quarter guidance as premium demand remains strong.

Meghna Maharishi | 4 months ago

Skift Meetings launch

Crypto Conferences Pull Out of Dubai as Iran War Intensifies

Crypto traders are used to financial volatility, but the war in Iran has introduced a different kind of instability. It is disrupting the events ecosystem that the city spent years building.

Andrea Doyle | 4 months ago

Airlines

Donations for Unpaid TSA Agents, Growing Lines: The Shutdown Hits U.S. Airports

Many airports are continuing to see long lines and wait times at security as TSA agents missed their first full paycheck during the partial shutdown.

Meghna Maharishi | 4 months ago

Airlines

Six Years After Covid, the Travel Industry Faces Another Stress Test

Even after the Covid shutdown forced airlines to rethink disruption management, the Middle East conflict shows the industry still struggles with the basics.

Meghna Maharishi, Adriana Lee, Deepthi Nair, Dennis Schaal, and Peden Doma Bhutia | 4 months ago

An Etihad Airways Boeing 787 taking off.

Airlines

5x, 10x, 20x – Airlines Hike Ticket Prices Out of Middle East

When a crisis hits, people crave comfort and stability. But for those caught in the Middle East conflict, with over 55% of flights canceled, a fare home came with a hefty price tag.

Peden Doma Bhutia and Deepthi Nair | 4 months ago

Hotels

Marriott Sees Middle East Travel Dip, Expands AI Tools

Marriott highlighted two forces shaping the hotel industry right now - geopolitical volatility and a race to build AI tools that keep travelers inside its direct channels.

Luke Martin | 4 months ago