Tue.May 02, 2023

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San Francisco Looks to Indian Visitors to Reverse Sluggish Tourism Recovery

Skift Blog

Skift Take: For San Francisco, India seems to be the new China.

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Future Leaders Forum: the power of ‘yes’ in opening doors for rising stars

Hotel Management

The second iteration of the Future Leaders Forum took place at SkyCity Adelaide on Tuesday May 2, kicking off the 2023 Asia-Pacific Hotel Industry Conference and Exhibition (AHICE). The under-35’s leadership event celebrated emerging talent in the industry and shared powerful career stories from those in established leadership positions. The afternoon sessions included thought-provoking panel discussions including The Future of Real Estate and The Investors’ Outlook, as well as insightful interv

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Dubai’s First Quarter Inbound Arrivals Just 2 Percent Shy of 2019 Levels

Skift Blog

Skift Take: The buzz around the ongoing Arabian Travel Market in Dubai offers a glimpse into the thriving tourism industry in the region. Tourism in the Middle East is set to grow in coming years.

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Indian Carrier GoFirst Files for Bankruptcy Blaming Engine Delivery Delays

Skift Blog

Skift Take: GoFirst's bankruptcy filing is not unexpected given the airline's ongoing financial struggles. However, the real question is whether the airline can recover from this situation, especially as the country is still awaiting the resurrection of Jet Airways.

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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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Rising Prices See Travelers Changing Summer Travel Plans: Survey 

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Survey data for summer travel plans and bookings suggest the so-called revenge spending from savings during the pandemic might be waning, as consumers are less keen to indulge themselves with extravagant vacations.

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Marriott Not Too Worried About U.S. Hotel Financing Tightening

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Hotels are ordinarily a leading signal for recessions, with vacancies piling up ahead of national economies sagging. But the world's largest hotel company sees no problems so far, despite signs of weakening elsewhere.

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