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Tourism
Dubai's decision to open its doors to sanction-hit Russians has helped the emirate welcome a record number of visitors from the country.
Peden Doma Bhutia | 2 weeks ago
The sheer number of hotel openings in the region indicates that the Middle East is making sure that it has enough capacity to accommodate the growing number of tourists.
Peden Doma Bhutia | 4 weeks ago
As Saudi Arabia looks to diversify its economy, the country is on a rapid urban expansion, ensuring that there's enough infrastructure to accommodate a growing number of tourists.
Peden Doma Bhutia | 1 month ago
As countries like Saudi Arabia and Qatar turn towards tourism to diversify the economy, Dubai wants to make sure that its position as the top tourism destination in the region is maintained.
Peden Doma Bhutia | 3 months ago
Online Travel
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 | 3 months ago
Hotels
In Skift's top stories, BET co-founder Sheila Johnson's Salamander Hotels adds properties to its portfolio, a new bridge reshapes travel patterns in Croatia, and United Airlines predicts hybrid work will drive future leisure travel demand.
Rashaad Jorden | 5 months ago
Tourism and short-term rentals can be highly beneficial to some communities, but tourism boards and research firms for hire shouldn't view them as sacrosanct.
Dennis Schaal | 5 months ago
The Middle East focus is surely helping Wego go places, but CEO Ross Veitch has bigger plans.
Peden Doma Bhutia | 5 months ago
From India to Indonesia, Asian travelers are becoming increasingly conscious about sustainable choices — and perplexed by them. The travel industry needs to understand this — and failing to do so might be tantamount to greenwashing in the eyes of consumers.
Peden Doma Bhutia | 8 months ago
Expedia Group stepped out of the pack and ceased offering travel to and from Russia because of Putin's invasion of Ukraine. The company doesn't have a ton of Russia-related business, so even if the move is more symbolic than anything else, it is an important statement.
Dennis Schaal | 1 year ago
