Brand USA’s Challenges, Hotel Immigration Crackdown and Air India’s Schedule Changes
On today’s pod we talk to Brand USA’s CEO, look at the immigration crackdown’s effect on hotels, and hear about Air India’s cutbacks.
Rashaad Jorden is Skift’s Associate Editor/Archivist. He often delves into topics that readers turn to Ask Skift, our AI answer engine, for information. Before finding his way to Skift, he bounced around the U.S., France, Japan and UK. He greatly misses the all-you-can-eat vegetarian curry at his favorite restaurant in Japan. He is also adept at running half-marathons and, despite living in New Jersey, rues the fact he doesn’t spend enough time on the Jersey Shore.
A Google Hotels Threat, JetBlue Cost Cutting and Dual-Brand Hotels
For today’s episode we look at threats to Google Travel, more hotels with a dual identity, and JetBlue’s money woes.
U.S. Travel Slump, Accor Taps Mbappé and Airbus’ Orders
On today’s pod we look at good tourism news everywhere but the U.S., Accor’s bet on Mbappe’s appeal, and Airbus’ activity at the Paris Air Show.
1.2 Million Room Assignments in a Second: Marriott, Highgate on Hotels and AI
Hotels are seen as being behind on AI. But we’re beginning to see more experiments and how tech can improve service.
Hilton’s AI Playbook: Solving Guest Problems, Building Loyalty
Hilton acknowledges that hotels have been behind the curve on tech. But there are plenty of ways it's using AI to enhance the guest experience - and get more revenue too.
Tripadvisor Is Turning 25. Here’s What Its CEO Says About Its Future
Tripadvisor has come a long way in 25 years, but CEO Matt Goldberg did a lot more than just reflect on the past in this episode of the Skift Travel Podcast.
Almosafer CEO: Saudi Travel’s Growth, the IPO, Middle East’s Most Profitable Route
Global awareness of Saudi Arabia has grown significantly due to high-profile events. But there are challenges to building a travel business in the country.
Airbnb’s Poaching Experiences, IHG’s U.S. Bounce and Meliá’s Expansion Plans
For today’s pod we look at Airbnb’s aggressive expansion approach, IHG’s good news in the U.S., and Melia’s equally good news about Mediterranean numbers.
Marriott’s Mid-Market Push, Apple’s Travel Updates and Google’s AI Tools
On today’s pod we look at Marriott’s cheaper room push, Apple’s new tools for travelers, and Google’s rapidly changing marketing landscape.
The New Era of Solo Women Travelers – Skift Travel Podcast
Solo women travelers above 50 are a booming demographic, but there are several misconceptions about the group, which we examine in this episode of the Skift Travel Podcast.