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Announcements

Looking to Enter the 2024 Skift IDEA Awards? Here’s the Inside Scoop

Writing an award submission for the most coveted travel industry award is no mean feat. Luckily for you, I have the inside scoop to make sure your submission stands out from the crowd.

Adam Stacey | 23 hours ago

Looking to Enter the 2024 Skift IDEA Awards? Here’s the Inside Scoop

Online Travel

Ups and Downs of Expedia and Booking’s First-Quarter Earnings

Today's podcast looks at Expedia's altered outlook, Booking Holdings' connected trip success, and the fight for privacy at U.S. airports.

Rashaad Jorden | 1 day ago

Ups and Downs of Expedia and Booking’s First-Quarter Earnings

Online Travel

Booking Holdings Sees Modest ‘Connected Trip’ Gains – But It’s Likely Still Years Away

There's a newish metric for Booking.com, namely "connected transactions." Given the state of competition and other obstacles, the so-called connected trip is light years away.

Dennis Schaal | 1 day ago

Booking Holdings Sees Modest ‘Connected Trip’ Gains – But It’s Likely Still Years Away

Online Travel

Expedia Bosses Say Vrbo Will Drag 2024 Growth

Incoming CEO Ariane Gorin said she plans to focus on driving traffic, lifting conversion rates, and expanding margins after taking the helm from departing chief Peter Kern on May 13.

Sean O'Neill | 2 days ago

Expedia Bosses Say Vrbo Will Drag 2024 Growth

Daily Lodging Report

Host Hotels and Summit Hotels Post Better Than Expected Earnings

Host Hotels reported solid first-quarter earnings exceeding expectations, while Summit Hotels also outperformed with significant margin expansion.

2 days ago

Airlines

Frontier CEO Says Airlines Don’t Have the Tech to Comply With Refund and Junk Fee Rules

Frontier CEO Barry Biffle is the latest airline executive to voice some concerns about the feasibility of the Biden administration's latest rule on refunds and junk fees.

Meghna Maharishi | 2 days ago

Frontier CEO Says Airlines Don’t Have the Tech to Comply With Refund and Junk Fee Rules

Airlines

The Fight Over Airport Facial Recognition: Senators Clash With U.S. Travel

Over a dozen lawmakers have vocalized opposition to the adoption of facial recognization technology at U.S. airports.

Dawit Habtemariam | 2 days ago

The Fight Over Airport Facial Recognition: Senators Clash With U.S. Travel

Airlines

Is Air India’s A350 Dubai Debut a Warning Shot to Emirates?

By bringing its new flagship plane to Dubai, Air India is making a statement of intent about its global ambitions. 

Gordon Smith | 2 days ago

Is Air India’s A350 Dubai Debut a Warning Shot to Emirates?
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Short-Term Rentals

Fresh Leadership Steers onefinestay Into a New Era of Hospitality

With fresh leadership at the helm, luxury short-term rental company onefinestay is leveraging Accor's brand strength to solidify its market position in key destinations.

onefinestay + Skift | 2 days ago

Fresh Leadership Steers onefinestay Into a New Era of Hospitality

Daily Lodging Report

Minor Aims to Add 50 Hotels in India

Minor Hotels plans to open 50 new hotels in India over the next decade, focusing on luxury and upscale segments, while targeting specific opportunities in wellness, lifestyle, and historic venues, and emphasizing partnership-based management.

2 days ago