Fri.Sep 13, 2024

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United Airlines to Introduce Free Starlink Wi-Fi to Entire Fleet

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Skift Take: United will become one of the biggest carriers to use Starlink Wi-Fi as it seeks to court more business and premium travelers with free and high-speed internet access.

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Is the Thrill Gone in Online Travel? Experiences to the Rescue? Hear More at Skift Global Forum

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Skift Take: Five years from now, will Airbnb be at the top of the heap in short-term rentals? Will Chase Travel be a headliner? Will future generations yearn to travel as current ones do?

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Boeing Production Crisis Deepens as Workers Begin Strike

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Skift Take: What a difference a few days makes. After delight on Sunday that a tentative deal was reached with union officials, Thursday's overwhelming rejection by members sees Boeing flying into yet another storm.

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4 Top Hotel Storylines for Marriott, Wyndham, and MGM Resorts

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Skift Take: We'll ask top industry players to spill the beans on where they expect growth to come from for hotel companies, whether the U.S. has a solid gameplan for hosting several international sports events, and other burning questions.

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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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Peter Kern Exits Expedia Board as New CEO Makes Changes

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Skift Take: Did Ariane Gorin's strategy changes speed Peter Kern's departure from the Expedia Group board?

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