Hilton Slows, Disney Softens and Maui Recovers
Today's podcast looks at Hilton preparing for a travel demand cool-off, Disney bracing for a decline in park operating income, and Maui's continued struggle toward tourism recovery.
Podcasts
Airbnb’s Slow Growth, IHG’s Good Growth and Travel’s Recession Worries
Today's podcast looks at Airbnb’s rather normal earnings, IHG’s strong showing, and the state of global travel stocks.
Booking.com’s Insights on Catering to The New Indian Traveler
Booking.com is intensifying its efforts in India, recognizing the market's critical importance to its global strategy.
Recession Tourism Impact, CrowdStrike’s Defense and AI Vs. Travel Agents
Today's podcast looks at the stock market slide, CrowdStrike’s push back, and travel agents and artificial intelligence.
Skift Meetings
DEI at a Crossroads
There may be some rollback after the urgent push for creating DEI programs after the murder of George Floyd in 2020 and redefining of terms, but overall, companies are still committed to DEI.
Sports Tourism and ‘Harvesting the Afterglow’ of the Olympics
The Olympics provide host cities enormous exposure worldwide, but that doesn't mean they'll see a long-term tourism boost. We discuss how host cities can leverage the immense popularity of the Olympics in this week's episode of the Skift Travel Podcast.
Spirit’s Rough Quarter, New Junk Fees Ban and Saudi’s World Cup Plans
Today's podcast looks at Spirit's promise of change, Biden's new efforts for families booking flights, and Saudi Arabia's hefty World Cup bid.
Hotel Junk Fees, Marriott Earnings and Norwegian Cruising Optimism
Today's podcast looks at Marriott's optimism in the face of challenge, the next step in junk fee legislation, and the ongoing strength of Norwegian Cruise spending.
Junk Fees Win, Spirit Goes Upmarket and Venice Bans Groups
Today's podcast looks at the persistence of airline junk fees, Spirit Air’s attempt to move upmarket, and Venice’s move to stem the tourist hordes.
Indian Tourism Industry’s Hits and Misses
The Indian Union Budget last week was a disappointment, but there was a bright spot with IndiGo, MakeMyTrip, and IHCL all reporting profitable quarters in their earnings calls.