Airbnb Wins Claim Against Vrbo for Nick Saban Commercials
It wasn't Nick Saban's fault, but Vrbo will have to discontinue those commercials or modify some of the language.
Dennis Schaal is Skift’s Founding Editor and Executive Editor. Dennis has been a reporter focusing on online travel and short-term rentals for more than two decades at Skift, Tnooz, USA Today, and Travel Weekly. He is well-known for tough one-on-one interviews on stage at Skift events, including with the CEOs and top execs of Expedia, Uber, Booking Holdings, Priceline, Kayak, Hopper, and more.
Expedia Restructures Product and Tech Teams, Will Lay Off 3% of Workforce
Expedia is trying to get the right blend of layoffs and hirings to get its operations moving — fast.
SCOOP: 5 Brand USA Board Members Abruptly Fired by White House
The Trump administration is remaking Brand USA, although the end game is unclear at this point.
YouTube Is Adding AI Summaries for Things to Do
YouTube is obviously a major marketing channel for travel brands. Adding AI Overview in 'things to do' first, with other travel verticals to come, may keep users engaged within the Google ecosystem.
Inspirato’s Longtime President David Kallery Is Out
Stability in management has not been one of Inspirato's leading attributes in recent years.
Fora Travel Raises $40 Million to Expand Offering for Newbie Advisors
This $40 million investment should expand Fora Travel's reach and help further develop its tech platform.
Online Travel Pay Roundup: Booking CEO Leads With $126 Million
It pays to be the CEO of Booking Holdings or Expedia Group. The vast majority of the top paid hotel bosses have some catching up to do.
Expedia Makes It Harder for One Key Members to Earn Vrbo Rewards
Expedia Group's initial goal of democratizing loyalty programs through One Key apparently ran into financial realities.
Airbnb Makes Total-Price Display Standard on Listings Worldwide
While Airbnb is doing the right thing by showing the total price before taxes worldwide, many property managers elsewhere on their own platforms still gouge guests with "gotcha" fees, making comparing prices from listing to listing a complex adventure.
Google Ad Monopoly Ruling: A Win For Travel … or ‘Inefficient’?
The latest court ruling citing Google's monopoly power came at a time when Google is facing more competition than ever.