Fri.Apr 21, 2023

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The Short-Term Rental Challenge Remains as Demand Outpaced Supply in 2023

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Slower supply growth and high demand aren't always necessarily bad, quite the opposite: They translate into high occupancy rates, and more revenue per booking.

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American Express Sees Flights Propping Up Record Spending Volume On Cards

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Credit card members are flying and eating out like never before, driven by Millennial and Gen Z's propensity to travel. Hotels are lagging airlines in terms of growth.

Travel 279
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The Travel Industry’s Struggles With Climate Change

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Today’s edition of Skift’s daily podcast looks closer at a timeline of climate change actions, Six Senses’ new products, and the tourism board that dropped its destination.

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Germany Rail and Airport Strikes Stymie Operations Over Inflationary Woes

Skift Blog

Skift Take: The Russia-Ukraine war was a major factor in Germany's rising inflation and rail and airport workers — and their passengers — are feeling the pain.

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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