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Singapore Airlines ups Brisbane flights to meet high demand for international travel

Hotel Management

Singapore Airlines (SIA) is expanding its services between Singapore and Brisbane in response to strong demand for international travel, most notably during recent peak periods. Starting June 16, 2025, Singapore Airlines will add three weekly flights, increasing frequency on the Brisbane route from 25 to 28 flights or four daily services. Travel demand has been strong as Brisbane continues to grow as a major gateway and Queensland gains significance as a global destination for business and leisu

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Cendyn: Secondary Markets Surpass Primary Markets for YOY Meetings Growth

Lodging

AUSTIN, TexasKnowland by Cendyn released December monthly data findings to help hoteliers gain insight into the top locations selected by todays meeting planners. The company announced St. Louis, Missouri/Illinois ranked first in the top 25 markets with year-over-year (YOY) growth at 125.8 percent. Nashville came in second with growth at 28 percent.

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Airbnb Cracks Down on Price Gouging During LA Fires

Skift Blog

Airbnb hosts in two California counties who raise their rates more than 10% compared to pre-LA fires' pricing will be blocked from doing so.

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2024 Smashed All-Time Airline Industry Records: 4 Key Takeaways

Skift Blog

Skift Take: A global shift towards higher capacity aircraft is offering more seats onboard fewer flights but huge sustainability questions remain.

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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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Airlines Call on the EU to Delay Pollution Reporting Rules

Skift Blog

Skift Take: The airline industry's push to delay pollution reporting rules could be seen as a delay tactic. But the EU should have the systems in place to support new reporting rules.

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What Premier Inn’s Results Tell Us About Budget Travelers and Rising Costs

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Premier Inn's headline performance number wasn't great. Revenue per available room was down 2.5% year-over-year in the third quarter. But in hotels, like in life, context is everything.

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Luxury Cruise Group Ponant Acquires Aqua Expeditions

Skift Blog

Skift Take: In an era of overtourism, the model of intimate, carefully orchestrated exploration feels especially set up for growth.

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Spirit Airlines to Cut Around 200 Jobs – Report

Skift Blog

Skift Take: As bankruptcy proceedings continue, Spirit executives are under pressure to deliver a leaner and more financially robust airline.

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Southwest’s Tardy Flights, New U.S. Transport Czar and Hotel Eco Commitments

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Today's episode looks at a lawsuit for late flights, the likely new U.S. transportation czar, and hotels and sustainability.

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