Articles tagged “travel trends”

In digital news this week, Expedia CEO Mark Okerstrom says a good deal is never off the table, and Expedia Chairman Barry Diller calls for Google to be regulated, while Beijing-based Shiji shares its plans for business beyond China.

This week in digital news, Expedia expands its voice-based offerings, and don't miss the on-stage videos from Skift Global Forum, featuring executives from Booking Holdings, TripAdvisor, Google, and more.

This week in aviation, we looked at the long-term development of low-cost carrier Air Baltic, and don't miss the on-stage videos from Skift Global Forum, featuring executives from Delta, American, JetBlue, and more.

This week in hospitality, Hyatt announced its intent to acquire Two Roads Hospitality for $480 million, and don't miss the on-stage videos from Skift Global Forum, featuring CEOs from Hyatt, Marriott, Four Seasons, and more.

This week in tourism, we analyzed the latest international arrivals report from the United Nations, with Southern Europe and Southeast Asia leading growth. Then we released the on-stage videos from Skift Global Forum, featuring executives from Carnival Cruise Line, Puerto Rico Tourism Company, and more.

This week in aviation, we have two in-depth stories on American Airlines: one on a direct distribution strategy, another on making it harder for agents to rebook coach passengers on other carriers.

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This week in digital news, Vacasa is acquiring the inventory and hiring the employees of Oasis, and Hopper and Oyo raise significant funding.

This week in hospitality, wellness is top of mind. Equinox goes deeper into travel, and World of Hyatt loyalty members can now earn and redeem points for fitness classes and spa treatments at participating Exhale locations.

This week in aviation, Iceland-based carrier Wow Air adapts to an increasingly competitive market for low-cost travel. Then, Emirates considers taking over Etihad Airways, which would create the world’s largest airline, measured by passengers carried.