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Hilton Picks Jaipur to Debut Waldorf Astoria in India

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Skift Take: Hilton plans to make the most of the luxury boom in the India market even as it is cautious about being not too far ahead of the curve.

Marketing 328
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Radisson to Debut Its Luxury Brand In India

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Skift Take: Mixing brands has served Radisson well. Now, with the launch of its luxury brand in India, the hotel group is making sure that it provides a compelling set of choices for travelers.

Branding 279
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Online Travel Agency Musafir Hires Advisors to Raise $50 Million for Acquisitions

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Skift Take: The Sharjah-headquartered online travel agency has big ambitions in the corporate travel space, but so too do other players in these regions.

Hiring 279
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Generative AI’s Impact on Travel: New Skift Research

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Skift Take: Generative AI is poised to transform the travel industry. True, there’s plenty of hype out there. But even after Skift Research separates the chaff from the wheat, we find that a multi-billion dollar opportunity still remains.

Travel 278
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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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Why Travel Tech Startup Heygo Closed a Year After Raising $20 Million

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Skift Take: A consumer platform for virtual travel was probably doomed no matter what. But its founder tried, grieved the loss, and is now moving on with a pocketful of lessons and his head held high.

Closing 264
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Japan Has the Tourists for Cherry Blossom Season But There’s a Service Gap

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Skift Take: Japan is still shaking off the lingering effects of its long and strict lockdowns.

Services 264