Skift Blog
APRIL 17, 2024
Skift Take: The net proceeds of Brian Chesky's 10-year pay package — which he said would be donated to host programs and to charities — would really soar if Airbnb's share price breaches tough-to-reach targets.
Lodging
APRIL 17, 2024
The meetings and events business continues to draw visitors from around the world to the most desired destinations. The path back seems smoother than ever for hoteliers who are getting their groove back. Indeed, the meetings industry continues to be an essential revenue driver for increasing profitability for hotels of almost any size. For meeting planners, however, the story may be a little different.
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Skift Blog
APRIL 17, 2024
Skift Take: Union bosses have said the agreement sets a new benchmark for U.S. flight attendants across the industry.
Lodging
APRIL 17, 2024
WASHINGTON—The volume of U.S. hotel rooms under construction grew year over year for the first time since June 2023, according to CoStar’s March 2024 data. U.S. Hotel PipelineMarch 2024 Percentage change from March 2023In construction: 156,525 rooms (up 1.5 percent)Final planning: 263,316 rooms (up 9.8 percent)Planning: 324,522 rooms (up 39.5 percent) “While the number of rooms in construction has grown, that figure remains below what was seen prior to the pandemic,” said Isaac Collazo, ST
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The modern hotel room is no longer just a place to stay—it’s an experience to remember. Today’s guests expect seamless 5G connectivity, personalized comfort, and high-tech convenience. From AI-powered smart room controls to in-room entertainment and app-based services, technology is redefining hospitality from the inside out. In this new session featuring industry pros Jady West and Chris Bennett, we’ll explore how high-speed, high-bandwidth connectivity powers the innovations that are enabling
Skift Blog
APRIL 17, 2024
Skift Take: Boeing faces increasing pressure from Washington to reform its safety and manufacturing protocols after allegations of problems with the structural integrity of the 787 and 777 became public.
Skift Blog
APRIL 17, 2024
Skift Take: United reported a strong first quarter, even as it faces an FAA safety review, Boeing delivery delays and rising tensions in the Middle East.
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Skift Blog
APRIL 17, 2024
Skift Take: The UAE has endured its worst storm in 75 years with severe disruption to ground and air transportation.
Skift Blog
APRIL 17, 2024
Skift Take: When it comes to potential IPOs, timing is everything in life, right? Hotelbeds seemingly thinks so.
Skift Blog
APRIL 17, 2024
Skift Take: Buckle in for a bustling summer of bookings across France. You could (partially) blame that on the soccer frenzy.
Skift Blog
APRIL 17, 2024
Skift Take: As Iran-Israel tensions continue, airlines are proceeding with caution. This is impacting passengers in several different ways.
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Skift Blog
APRIL 17, 2024
Skift Take: The depreciation of the Japanese yen against major currencies, particularly the U.S. dollar, has played a pivotal role in driving unprecedented levels of tourist arrivals to Japan.
Skift Blog
APRIL 17, 2024
Skift Take: Google just a few weeks ago shared updates about AI-powered travel features in some of its products. Now it's adding more.
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