U.S. Tourism Boards Don’t Want to Give up TikTok Marketing
Today’s edition of Skift’s daily podcast looks at TikTok marketing challenges, sustainability and inflation colliding, and a Swiss hotel’s inclusive hiring.
Podcasts
American Airlines’ New Strategy Causes Pricing Gaps
Today’s edition of Skift’s daily podcast looks at American Airlines’ new pricing policies, blended travel changing hotels, and a short-term rental operator’s PE exit.
Expedia’s New AI-Powered Mobile Chatbot
Today’s edition of Skift’s daily podcast looks at Expedia’s AI chatbot, vacation competition for beaches, and Choice Hotels’ emissions reporting choices.
AI-Powered Foreign Landmarks Tout Denmark in New Campaign
Today’s edition of Skift’s daily podcast looks at AI tourism marketing, a boutique hotel makeover in New York, and India’s new inbound Chinese travelers.
Southwest Wants to Prevent Repeat of Holiday Chaos
Today’s edition of Skift’s daily podcast looks at Soutwest’s preventative prep, Oyo’s IPO shrinkage, and LGBTQ+ travel marketing over the years.
Travel Souvenirs Get a Rethink
Today’s edition of Skift’s daily podcast looks at those travel trinkets gathering dust, pop culture tours and trips, and remote work’s impact on hotels.
Hilton Wants to Use AI to Personalize Hotel Bookings
Today’s edition of Skift’s daily podcast looks at Hilton’s AI hopes, Jumeirah’s expansion, and tours tech in Southeast Asia.
Hotel Reporting Shows Environmental Blind Spots
Today’s edition of Skift’s daily podcast looks at hotel environmental performance, U.S. airline labor struggles, and infrastructure needs at Middle East airports.
Carnival Rides North American Booking Wave to New Record
Today’s edition of Skift’s daily podcast looks at Carnival's excellent earnings, New York's new tourism pitch, and India's eased visa wait times.
Marketing Safaris to LGBTQ+ Family Travelers
Today’s edition of Skift’s daily podcast looks at marketing safaris to modern families, measuring hotel performance, and leadership roles for women in hospitality.