Tue.Jul 04, 2023

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TAP Air Portugal Privatization on Track as Government Selects Valuation Firms

Skift Blog

Skift Take: IAG, Lufthansa or Air France-KLM could have something to say about the government's efforts to privatize TAP. Everything from investments to a sale are on the table.

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Accommodation Australia praises “highly successful” Victorian jobs program

Hotel Management

The Victorian government’s AU$5.6 million jobs and training program for priority cohort jobseekers has concluded with new peak industry body, Accommodation Australia calling it “highly successful”. Through the program, 320 priority cohort jobseekers gained employment with 64 accommodation providers as room attendants and food and beverage staff. Accommodation Australia CEO, Michael Johnson, said the program “changed hundreds of lives” and supported businesses through a chronic staff shortage.

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Tripadvisor Versus GetYourGuide: Who’s Bigger and Badder in Experiences?

Skift Blog

Skift Take: In the battle between Tripadvisor/Viator and GetYourGuide, the winner is — offline experiences, which have more than 90 percent market share. That spells big opportunities for both of these companies.

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U.S. Tourism Groups Head to Japan for First Time in Years as Rebound Lags

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Even though restrictions have been lifted, Japanese tourists seem more interested in traveling at home than abroad. This is a problem for the U.S. travel industry.

Tourism 298
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Welcome to the Future of Hospitality: Smart Rooms Start Here

Speaker: Jady West, VP of Hospitality & Chris Bennett, Head of Sales & Engineering

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

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Oman Sets Sights on Chinese Visitors with New Tourism Office

Skift Blog

Skift Take: With its sights set on transforming the tourism sector into an economic powerhouse, Oman is placing a strategic focus on Chinese tourists.

Tourism 292
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Skift India Report: Solo Travel Tops the Trends This Summer

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Tour operators need to curate new itineraries to attract an incredibly important group of travelers who crave exploration and meaningful connections.

Travel 285