7 Travel Startups Kickstarted by the UK Government
Private equity flooded the travel industry during the pandemic, but many startups looked to the government’s Innovate UK arm, which continues to put millions of pounds on the table.
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.
How Travel Loyalty Programs Cost the Environment: New Skift Research
Travel loyalty programs really are frequency programs. As frequency is directly linked to emissions in travel, how can travel companies find environmentally friendly ways to reward its most valuable customers?
How Deep Is Tourism’s Carbon Footprint? New Skift Research
Airlines, cruise lines and even hotels have all been measured for their impacts on the environment. But destinations themselves are hurting the environment as well. Find out which ones, and how extensive the problem, in our first-of-its-kind report.
Airlines Unlikely to Play a Big Role Slowing Climate Change: New Report
In terms of saving the planet, the next best thing to not flying long-haul could be flying on a plane that uses sustainable fuel. Many companies are buying into this now, but it's still early days.
New Plastics Report Warns Travel Industry and Calls for Unity to Address
As the travel industry slowly emerges from the pandemic, it will soon have to re-engage with dropping single-use plastics because regulators aren't waiting until the travel sector's profitability recovers to tighten laws.
Skift Hospitality and Marketing Summit Video: How Accor is Evolving in a Post-Covid World
In this video from Skift's Hospitality & Marketing Summit, we hear from Accor CMO, Steven Taylor, and Skift President, Carolyn Kremins who discuss how the group is evolving its mission and services to cater to customers in an industry, reborn.
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Intrepid Travel’s Overtourism Antidote for Europe Focuses on Hyperlocal and Remote
It's a promising approach — partnering with an established, niche conservation group to offer trips focused on uncrowded Mediterranean villages and protected areas. And it might just work as more travelers seek "soulful" experiences away from Europe's tourist crowds.
KLM CEO Sees More Efficient Planes as the Fastest Way to Hit Climate Goals
KLM forged ahead with its goal to halve carbon emissions by the end of the decade during the pandemic. It's making big investments in sustainable fuels and new jets with the hope that the European travel recovery is right around the corner.
Expect Climate Change to Finally Drive More Corp Travel Decisions Post-Pandemic
Expect to see more companies ramp up the decarbonization of their travel programs as sustainability takes on an even higher profile.