Fri.Mar 07, 2025

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U.S. National Parks Had a Record Year. But There’s ‘No Public Announcement’ and Staffing Shortages

Skift Blog

Skift Take: A record-setting year for U.S. parks may have been something to celebrate in the past, but with staffing shortages and other issues on the horizon, it's unclear whether parks will be able to cope going forward.

Tourism 298
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Canadian Airlines’ U.S. Woes, Amex’s Biz Travel Buy and IndiGo’s First Long-Hauls

Skift Blog

Skift Take: On todays episode we look at simmering U.S.-Canada relations, American Express latest acquisition, and Indigos new European routes.

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United Airlines Installs Elon Musk’s Starlink on First Regional Aircraft

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Skift Take: The carrier aims to equip over 40 regional aircraft a month with Starlink, starting in May.

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Saudi Points to Gains in Female Travelers

Skift Blog

Skift Take: More than 13 million women visited Saudi Arabia last year, just six years after women were allowed to work as tour guides in the country.

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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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Vrbo Needles Airbnb in New Campaign: We're 'Hotter' and 'Cooler'

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Vrbo, the underdog in the competition, is getting scrappy with its marketing tactics.

Marketing 264
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8 Things You’ll Learn at Skift India Forum

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Skift India Forum will explore the biggest opportunities in Indias travel industry, from AI-driven innovation and sustainable tourism to inbound growth and hospitalitys evolution. Join top leaders in Delhi-NCR on March 17-18 for insights on transforming Indias travel future.

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