Thu.May 30, 2024

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Why Unlimited Fast Wi-Fi is the Next Big Differentiator for Airlines

Skift Blog

Skift Take: The in-flight connectivity market is about to take off in a big way, with airlines queuing up to install next-generation hardware on their planes.

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Labor Pains: Rising Wages, Difficulty Finding Employees Among Top Hotel Company Concerns

Lodging

While hotel executives concede that the labor market has improved since bottoming out during the pandemic just a few years ago, they still acknowledge that several challenges exist, not the least of which is rising wages as well as difficulty finding and retaining employees. Robert Habeeb, president/CEO, Maverick Hotels & Restaurants, confirmed that “labor has been the big story” during the post-COVID era and detailed how the market has evolved over the last few years. […] The post Lab

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The FAA Got Feedback on Pilot Mental Health. Now What?

Skift Blog

Skift Take: April’s recommendations to the FAA on mental health address many of pilots’ concerns. How the FAA sees them through is another story.

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Thailand Expands Visa-Free Entry: 93 Nations Now Qualify

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Thailand's aggressive push to attract tourists through these visa promotions highlights its commitment to reviving the tourism sector and ensuring long-term economic stability.

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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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Tourism CEOs: The Link Between Pay and Performance

Skift Blog

Skift Take: CEOs at destination marketing organizations are compensated based on the economic impact they have. Independent research is needed.

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Expedia, Kayak, HomeToGo: The AI Travel Race For Booking Platforms

Skift Blog

Skift Take: None of the AI tools are as sharp as users may expect — but the companies that have begun experimenting likely are farther ahead than those that have not started at all.

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