Travel in the Ozempic Era
Today's podcast looks at travel in the age of Ozempic, Amazon's AI tools for the travel industry, and Virgin's test run of long-haul sustainable flights.
Climate Hub
Welcome to Skift’s Climate Hub, where solutions-based journalism cuts through industry spin to spotlight real progress in travel sustainability. In partnership with Intrepid Travel, Skift’s editorial team will evaluate environmental claims, highlight meaningful advancements, and hold the travel sector accountable. This independent initiative brings rigorous reporting to the forefront and pushes the industry to meet the moment in the face of growing scrutiny from travelers and stakeholders alike.
Virgin Atlantic Pressures UK for Sustainable Aviation Fuel Support
Sometimes you need a big, audacious stunt to garner support for sought-after climate policy.
G Adventures Sees 50-Something Customers as Part of Its Own Evolution in Adventure Travel
Age is nothing but a number. That is the underlying motivation for the older set wanting to book more active travel adventures.
Dubai Startup Envi Lodges Is on a Global Sustainability Mission
Founded two years ago, Envi Lodges is expecting to open its first property next year and already has hopes to spread all over the globe — if it finds the money.
U.S. Airlines Brace for Massive Thanksgiving
Today's podcast discusses Thanksgiving travel in the U.S., climate change and tourism marketing, and Vietnam's welcome to Indian tourists.
Climate Change Not a Top Focus for U.S. Tourism Marketers: Report
Only 8% of U.S. tourism boards strongly prioritize addressing climate change and reducing greenhouse gas emissions to zero. In contrast, 62% of European tourism boards and 29% of Canadian tourism…
Dubai Events Deal with Severe Thunderstorms and Floods
Intense storms and flash floods in the Middle East city of Dubai this Friday morning have halted its events calendar. Across the country, storms began at around 4am local time,…
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American Airlines, JetBlue Call for More Sustainable Aviation Fuel Support
A lot more financial support is needed from just about everybody to decarbonize aviation.
South Africa’s Entrepreneurs Reinvent Tours: From ‘Poorism’ to Authenticity
Daniel Adidwa and Phakamile Hlazo are each building multi-day travel experiences in South Africa. Their stories highlight larger themes about what's next for the sector.
Airbus Is Filling an 8,000 Airplane Backlog Amid Strong Demand
The tallest order Airbus has ever faced is making planes more sustainable. But a top Airbus exec is optimistic.