Expedia News

Is Sonder a short-term rental operator of multi-unit apartments or a hotelier? Well, it's both, and the new collection is geared to help guests discover the difference.

Skift editors discuss last week’s breakup news from Expedia and Hopper and explain what it means to both competitors and consumers in the online travel booking space.

There's no indication that these layoffs had anything to do with a softness in travel demand.

Findings from Expedia Group’s March 2023 research can help travel providers deepen their understanding of traveler priorities around loyalty rewards — including price discounts and the flexibility to use rewards across brands and different trip elements like hotels, flights, car rentals, and activities.

As earning and burning points on vacation rentals become the norm, maybe even Airbnb will launch a loyalty program one day.

Hopper critics see blood in the water. But the company has a loyal following among younger people that rivals would die for. Hopper has altered course many times before, and can make changes to shift the momentum.

Today's edition of Skift's daily podcast looks closer at Expedia’s breakup with Hopper, an FAA and airline emissions partnership, and what Indian travelers want (hint: cheaper travel).

Expedia ended its supplier relationship with Hopper over a variety of business practices it finds abhorrent. Was there a competitive motive involved, as well? Yup.

The VRMA is known for its conferences and networking. Kimberly Miles is trying to broaden its partnerships and make it more relevant.

The regime under CEO Matt Goldberg is testing a bunch of stuff, including Tripadvisor Instant Book, and a new form of the previous subscription plan, Tripadvisor Plus. The idea is to not throw out the baby with the bath water, and to see what works now.