The Trump Effect on Travel

As U.S. President Donald Trump continues to shape the political and economic landscape, the impact of his choices on the travel industry remains significant. Read how his actions and policies are shaping the future of travel, and get insights into the industry’s evolving response.

Tourism

Germany and Britain Add Warnings for Travel to U.S. After Tourists Were Detained

It's unclear at this point whether recent incidents will impact on the number of Germans visiting the U.S. this year, but Germany is updating its travel advice for citizens going to the U.S.

Jade Wilson | 1 year ago

Airlines

Boeing Says It Doesn’t Expect Major Impact From Tariffs

Boeing’s chief financial officer said tariffs most likely won’t have a short-term impact on the supply chain or plane orders.

Meghna Maharishi | 1 year ago

Podcasts

Air India’s Ambitions, Marriott’s Confidence and Trump’s Ban by the Numbers

On today's podcast we explain why Marriott and Air India see India as a key growth market, even amid potential U.S. travel restrictions that could have long-term global implications.

Rashaad Jorden | 1 year ago

Airlines

Trump Taps Republic Airways CEO to Lead FAA

Trump’s pick to head the FAA comes as the agency faces potential DOGE cuts and an air traffic controller shortage.

Meghna Maharishi | 1 year ago

people practicing yoga at a hotel in midtown New York City

Hotels

Arlo Hotels Doubles Down on DEI While Corporate America Retreats

Jimmy Suh, president of Arlo Hotels, said the hospitality industry isn’t the place to scale back on diversity, equity, and inclusion because it needs the right talent to welcome all types of humans.

Chrissie McClatchie | 1 year ago

Tourism

Trump Travel Ban 2.0: How Many U.S. Visitors Are at Stake?

While it's unlikely any that major travel companies will take a big hit from another Trump travel ban, it could represent the start of an uncertain era for the industry.

Seth Borko | 1 year ago

Skift Meetings launch

Incentive Leaders Express Concern About Potential Impact of Trump Policies

The Trump Administration's recent actions have incentive company CEOs wondering what’s next.

Barbara Scofidio | 1 year ago

Podcasts

Trump Travel Ban 2.0, Wyndham’s New Rewards and Short-Term Rental Dominance

Today, we explore potential new U.S. travel restrictions, Wyndham's innovative approach to engaging younger travelers, and the current landscape of the short-term rental market.

Jason Clampet | 1 year ago

Tiger’s Nest, Taktsang Trail, Paro, Bhutan

Tourism

Why Bhutan May Make Trump’s Travel Ban List

Bhutan’s name on the list might be less of an oversight and more of a deliberate move by U.S. policymakers, looking to get ahead of future challenges in an increasingly complex immigration landscape.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 1 year ago

View of a Georgian-styled pillared white two-storey building.

Tourism

Trump’s Next U.S. Travel Ban May Target Dozens of Countries

Memos circulating in the Trump administration list as many as 43 countries whose citizens could face restrictions on U.S. visits. Many of these nationalities hadn't been included when the previous Trump administration introduced restrictions and bans.

Jade Wilson and Sean O'Neill | 1 year ago