Hotels Cash in on the Super Bowl
Today's podcast looks at very expensive hotel rooms in Vegas, Ryanair CEO's "stupid" comments, and Vrbo's digs at Airbnb digs.
Podcasts
Alaska Airlines CEO Blames Boeing for $150 Million Losses
Today's podcast looks at Alaska's huge financial hit, Oracle's new hotel tech, and IHG's Americas ambitions.
Junk Fees, Supply Chains and Climate Change
This week’s podcast looks closer at three of this year’s more challenging Megatrends: fees, supplies, and climate.
L.A. Tourism Goes Big While Orlando Shrinks
Today's podcast looks at L.A. tourism's big spend, Qantas' in-flight dud, and Orlando's small marketing retreat.
United Airlines Reconsiders Fleet Plans
Today's podcast looks at United's Boeing blues, Expedia CEO's message to hotels, and Marriott CEO's growth strategy.
Global Hotel Dealmaking Is Expected to Boom
Today's podcast looks at global hotel dealmaking, Google's competitive spirit, and Boeing's growing problems.
Travel Will Slow in 2024, But That’s Not Bad News
Today's podcast looks at tourism in 2024, Airbnb's New York critique, and Spirit's uncertain future.
Hotels and the Middle Class Traveler
In this Megatrends-focused podcast, we look at the growing Indian middle class, the influence of AI in travel, and the controversy surrounding hotel junk fees.
What JetBlue Saw in Spirit
Today's podcast looks at the JetBlue-Spirit merger, Airbnb's housing help, and Chinese travelers' American blues.
JetBlue-Spirit Merger Blocked
Today's podcast looks at the likely end of the JetBlue-Spirit merger, winter flight woes in the U.S., and a tourist fee at one of Turkey's most popular sites.