Articles tagged “SkiftX Showcase: Technology”

In this report, Skift partnered with Publicis Sapient to compile key insights, highlight memorable moments, and offer tangible takeaways from industry leaders in both travel and artificial intelligence.

Modernizing payment and financial operations systems has become one of the top priorities for small- and medium-sized travel companies as they aim to achieve global scale rapidly and strategically. The choices they make today to streamline and unify their payment and financial operations will impact their ability to stay competitive in the future.

To remain competitive and optimize revenue, hoteliers need to think like retailers and shift their focus from filing rooms to providing unique guest experiences. True hospitality is about more than just providing a place to stay.

Amid fierce competition, loyalty programs have transitioned from a mere perk to a pivotal component of a brand's strategy to foster customer allegiance and encourage repeat business. Customization is key to successfully introducing travel solutions and sustaining loyalty over time.

As business travel approaches pre-pandemic levels, Southwest Business is streamlining corporate air travel management. By enhancing booking systems, introducing a self-service portal, and maintaining dedicated support, Southwest aims to ensure flexibility and efficiency for travel managers and travelers alike.

Beyond its innovative design ethos and distinctive service offerings, Four Seasons Yachts is making waves with a unique sales and distribution strategy built around a growing preference among affluent travelers to book trips with luxury travel advisors.

Credit card loyalty programs play a unique role in shaping consumer behavior and travel spending. A new report from iSeatz explores how banks are structuring their rewards to encourage flexibility, enable choice, and unlock value for today’s consumers.

If you’re heading to the latest stop on Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour, you will likely need to book a flight and hotel. Expedia Group recently unveiled new data highlighting how its advertising tools enhance visibility for travel partners on their sites and can augment partner revenue during popular cultural events.

In rewriting its tourism narrative, Saudi Arabia’s shift towards broader offerings, digital integration, and infrastructure improvements signals a forward-looking approach aimed at tapping into new growth avenues within the global travel industry.

More and more loyalty programs are competing for attention, and not just from travel companies. A new survey from iSeatz offers insights into the travel and lifestyle rewards offered by membership-based organizations.