The Ugly New Math Crushing Hotels
The math is bad. Rising wages, taxes, insurance premiums, and other costs are outrunning revenue growth at many hotels.
12/12/2025 10:41:22
Why Culture Is Becoming Abu Dhabi’s Most Valuable Tourism Asset
The global appetite for authentic travel is increasingly central to demand, and the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi is meeting it with scale and intention. Its cultural strategy shows a destination treating curiosity as its most valuable currency.
12/12/2025 10:34:27
It’s Not Just Social Media. Here’s All the Data the U.S. Wants from Travelers
Extreme vetting, along with more travel fees, could deter tourists ahead of major events like the World Cup.
12/12/2025 07:36:33
How AI-First Thinking Is Reshaping Airline Innovation
Travel brands are racing to adopt AI, but real progress comes from rebuilding foundations rather than layering tech onto legacy systems. Airlines that take an AI-first approach can operate proactively, personalize at scale, and deliver smoother experiences.
12/12/2025 07:06:27
How to Use Skift Megatrends 2026: A Playbook for Travel Operators
The next 12–24 months will reward operators who act on trends early, not those who wait for certainty.
12/12/2025 06:51:19
An Existential Threat? Booking Exec Sees AI as an Expansion Opportunity
Booking's CFO thinks artificial intelligence can put his company on the offensive rather than the defensive. The odds are long but based on past performance you can't count them out.
11/12/2025 12:03:13
The Climate Claims Airlines Can No Longer Talk About in Europe
The EU's crackdown exposes how widespread aviation green claims have become.
11/12/2025 11:00:25
International Travel to the U.S. Has Dropped for 7 Straight Months
A full recovery in inbound tourism isn't expected until 2029, and new fees and vetting requirements won't help.
11/12/2025 09:55:26
LVMH’s Belmond Upgrades Its Hotels While Rivals Chase Scale
Belmond is renovating its classic luxury hotels rather than playing the game of scaling up fast.
11/12/2025 09:36:58
3 Ways Corporate Meetings in New Orleans Can Fuel Creativity
Beyond the everyday challenges of organizing memorable events that move the needle for companies, today's planners are under mounting pressure to inspire a burned-out workforce. New Orleans combines its rich history, deep culture, and modern innovation to host corporate experiences that spark creativity and foster connection.
11/12/2025 06:19:13
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