Expedia News

On today's pod, we look at Marriott's purchase of CitizenM, Expedia's latest restructuring, and power problems across the Iberian Peninsula.

Expedia is trying to get the right blend of layoffs and hirings to get its operations moving — fast.

It pays to be the CEO of Booking Holdings or Expedia Group. The vast majority of the top paid hotel bosses have some catching up to do.

Expedia Group's initial goal of democratizing loyalty programs through One Key apparently ran into financial realities.

If the two recent monopoly rulings against Google hold up upon appeal, Google could see business lines and tools getting sold off. New entrants may, in theory, ease the load for travel companies.

Expedia Group has long been a leader in B2B travel technology, but 2025 marks a turning point as the company seeks to clarify its solutions for partners looking to streamline operations, enhance traveler experiences, and seize new opportunities in digital transformation.

Never say never when it comes to airlines and online travel. After decades without, Southwest is now in Google Flights and Kayak, and Expedia is an authorized seller of Ryanair flights.

Booking's strength, which is Europe, and Expedia's, namely domestic U.S. travel, could give them somewhat of a shield if international travel to and from the U.S. tanks.

Competitive moat or no moat, growth in online travel looks to be much more modest this year than previously expected.

We provide answers to some of Ask Skift's most common questions, including about Airbnb's plans, how Delta Air Lines is doing in the U.S., and the impact of U.S.-Canada tariff battle on tourism.