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Skift Daily Travel Briefing

Everything you need to know about the business of travel today. Each episode covers new travel stories from Skift"s editorial team. Listen to the latest developments at hotels, airlines, destinations, online booking sites, and more. Published Tuesday through Friday by 5am ET. For ongoing coverage, please visit Skift.com/news.

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4:17

American Air Crash, Travel's Top Innovators and...

Skift Daily Travel Briefing ·

2025/01/30

A midair collision between an American Eagle regional jet and an Army Blackhawk helicopter near Reagan Washington National Airport led to flight disruptions and ongoing search and rescue operations, with the FAA and NTSB launching an investigation. Columnist Colin Nagy highlights a shift in the hospitality industry away from post-Covid extravagance, praising brands like Capella, Dusit Thani Bangkok, Six Senses, and Siro for their innovation. Meanwhile, Frontier Airlines has renewed its bid to

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3:45

DeepSeek’s Disruption, AirAsia Move's Aspirations and...

Skift Daily Travel Briefing ·

2025/01/29

China-based AI model DeepSeek is rapidly gaining attention in the tech industry, potentially lowering AI costs for travel brands while disrupting online travel agencies. Meanwhile, Manfredi Lefebvre d’Ovidio, the new chairman of AirAsia Move, plans to integrate luxury travel and cruising into the superapp’s offerings, expanding its reach beyond Southeast Asia. Despite a $4 billion loss, Boeing is making strides in its recovery, with FAA-approved plans to increase 737 Max production following safety

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3:33

Hotel Dealmaking Boom, Greenland Tourism, and...

Skift Daily Travel Briefing ·

2025/01/28

Hotel deals are projected to surge in 2025, with JLL forecasting 15-25% growth and a focus on city-center properties in destinations like London, New York, and Tokyo. Meanwhile, Greenland’s rising tourism, fueled by global attention and a 9% hike in land-based visitors in 2023, is straining its limited infrastructure and fragile environment. Finally, TravelPerk’s $200 million funding round, the largest for an expense management platform since 2023, signals strong investor confidence in corporate

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4:13

OpenAI's Travel Tool, TripAdvisor’s Machinations and...

Skift Daily Travel Briefing ·

2025/01/24

OpenAI has launched Operator, a digital assistant that can independently search and book travel, raising concerns among industry leaders about its impact on intermediaries like Booking.com and Expedia. Tripadvisor is exploring strategic alternatives, rejecting a recent acquisition bid while moving forward with plans to acquire its parent company, Liberty Tripadvisor, for $435 million. American Airlines reported strong revenue but expects a first-quarter loss in 2025 due to rising costs, while

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3:37

Accor's Mass-Market Push, India's Struggles and...

Skift Daily Travel Briefing ·

2025/01/23

Accor is expanding its portfolio of economy hotels in the Middle East as the region shifts toward mass-market tourism, with a particular focus on Saudi Arabia. In India, while domestic and outbound tourism have grown, inbound tourism remains weak due to visa difficulties and reduced government funding for global tourism promotion. Meanwhile, the Chinese social media platform RedNote has surged in popularity among American travelers, offering a new hub for travel inspiration amid uncertainty over

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4:02

Tourism's Rebound, Trump's Orders and Hopper's IPO Move

Skift Daily Travel Briefing ·

2025/01/22

President Donald Trump signed executive orders that could impact travel, including a federal hiring freeze and potential new travel bans. Online travel agency Hopper is considering an IPO, aiming for a $10 billion valuation, though its CEO also mentioned private equity as an alternative. Global tourism rebounded to pre-Covid levels in 2024, with strong growth in Africa and Asia-Pacific, driven by China easing visa requirements.The executive orders that could have the biggest impact on the travel

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4:06

TikTok’s Near Death, Hotels and Trump and Agoda's...

Skift Daily Travel Briefing ·

2025/01/21

Donald Trump’s return to the White House has the hotel industry hopeful for policies like tax cuts and expanded worker visas to boost business, as the expiration of key tax provisions could lead to a 33% increase in taxes. Meanwhile, TikTok will remain accessible in the U.S. after Trump extended the deadline for ByteDance to find a buyer, preventing a federal ban that could have disrupted travel marketing for major brands like Expedia and Disney Parks. Additionally, online travel agency Agoda has

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3:37

Airbnb Battles Price Gouging, Airlines Hit New Highs...

Skift Daily Travel Briefing ·

2025/01/17

Airbnb has introduced a policy preventing hosts in Los Angeles and Ventura counties from increasing prices by more than 10% after wildfires, following warnings from California’s attorney general about illegal price gouging. In the airline industry, 2024 saw record-breaking passenger capacity despite fewer scheduled flights, with U.S. airlines dominating the global market and Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson ranking as the busiest airport. Meanwhile, luxury cruise company Ponant Explorations Group

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3:30

Southwest's Tardy Flights, New U.S. Transport Czar...

Skift Daily Travel Briefing ·

2025/01/16

The U.S. Department of Transportation is suing Southwest Airlines for chronically delayed flights on specific routes, while the airline disputes the claims. President-elect Donald Trump’s Transportation Secretary nominee, Sean Duffy, emphasized aviation safety and merit-based hiring during his Senate hearing. A report on the hotel industry highlights a gap between sustainability commitments and actual actions, with only 6% of surveyed hotels using renewable energy despite widespread emissions

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3:31

Tripadvisor's New AI Deal, Southwest's Hiring Freeze...

Skift Daily Travel Briefing ·

2025/01/15

Tripadvisor is testing a partnership with AI search engine Perplexity to leverage its vast travel data and maintain visibility in search results, while Perplexity pays for that data and gives Tripadvisor a commission on bookings. Meanwhile, Southwest Airlines is pausing corporate hiring and most internships to cut costs as it works toward returning to profitability. Finally, luxury hospitality company Banyan Group plans to expand beyond its Asian base by adding new properties and residences,

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3:44

Biz Travel Merger Challenge, Belmond’s Anti-Insta...

Skift Daily Travel Briefing ·

2025/01/14

American Express Global Business Travel is defending its proposed $570 million acquisition of CWT against a U.S. Department of Justice lawsuit, arguing the deal, slated to close in March, would not harm competition despite DOJ concerns over pricing and innovation. Meanwhile, luxury hotel brand Belmond is promoting its properties with hour-long ambient videos, aiming to differentiate itself from competitors who focus on short social media clips. Lastly, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez announced

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3:55

TikTok Travel, Hilton in Asia and Room Rates in India

Skift Daily Travel Briefing ·

2025/01/10

TikTok is launching its first e-commerce product exclusively for travel brands to help them reach potential customers in the booking moment. Meanwhile, Hilton has surpassed 1,000 trading hotels in Asia-Pacific ahead of schedule and plans to expand further by tailoring offerings to local travelers and leveraging strategic franchising. Lastly, with hotel supply in India lagging behind demand, industry analysts predict room rates will surge and revenues will continue climbing through the 2025 and 2026

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3:49

Delta and Uber Partner, Greener Jet Fuel and...

Skift Daily Travel Briefing ·

2025/01/09

Kerzner International plans to expand its ultra-luxury hotel portfolio by adding at least 10 new properties under both the One&Only and Atlantis brands, while also accelerating the growth of its newer lifestyle brands, Siro and Rare Finds. Meanwhile, Delta Air Lines is ending its eight-year partnership with Lyft and making Uber its exclusive rideshare and delivery partner, allowing SkyMiles members to earn miles on qualifying Uber trips. Finally, the UK government is standing firm on a policy

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3:34

Travel Search Changes, AI-Travel Brand Deals and...

Skift Daily Travel Briefing ·

2025/01/08

At Skift’s Megatrends event, travel executives discussed the rising impact of AI on the industry, with Thomas Reiner of Altimeter Capital warning that AI-driven personal assistants could disrupt online travel agencies, metasearch engines, and traditional SEO. Meanwhile, Kayak CEO Steve Hafner anticipates that a commercial agreement between an AI engine and a major travel brand could arrive by 2025, potentially reshaping consumer booking habits. Finally, British Airways’ controversial switch to a

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3:59

Hotel Deal Challenges, Flight Cancellations and Oyo's...

Skift Daily Travel Briefing ·

2025/01/07

The U.S. hotel transaction market is flourishing for properties valued under $50 million or over $250 million, but mid-size full-service hotels have essentially frozen due to owners clinging to 2019 prices and increased renovation costs. Meanwhile, a severe winter storm caused over 1,400 flight cancellations in the Mid-Atlantic and Midwest, most notably at Washington, D.C.’s Reagan National Airport, with airlines waiving rebooking fees. Lastly, Indian budget hotel operator Oyo has barred unmarried

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3:46

Travel in 2025, Accor and Luxury, and Casago-Vacasa Deal

Skift Daily Travel Briefing ·

2025/01/03

The travel industry is poised for growth in 2025, with Skift Research predicting a 9% increase in global travel spending, led by a 14% surge in India. However, challenges such as rising labor costs and slow economic growth in Europe and China could temper progress. Meanwhile, Accor is expanding its luxury offerings, including launching the ultra-luxury Orient Express brand, and Casago's acquisition of Vacasa signals shifts in the vacation rental market, with plans to sell local operations and

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5:19

Hyatt's Resort Target, Despegar's Acquisition and...

Skift Daily Travel Briefing ·

2024/12/24

Hyatt is in talks to acquire Playa Hotels & Resorts, expanding its all-inclusive resort footprint in the Caribbean and Mexico, while Despegar has agreed to a $1.7 billion cash buyout by Prosus slated to close in 2025. Additionally, a Skift Research report suggests hotel websites could overtake online travel agencies (OTAs) by 2030, though there’s debate about whether major brands’ direct booking growth will offset independent hotels’ continued reliance on OTAs.Hyatt Hotels said on Monday it’s in

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4:53

Hyatt's Vegas Boost, TSA's Busiest Days and a New...

Skift Daily Travel Briefing ·

2024/12/19

Hyatt has partnered with The Venetian Resort Las Vegas, allowing guests to book through Hyatt’s platforms and participate in its loyalty program, marking a major expansion in Las Vegas with 7,000 rooms as leisure and group travel surges. Meanwhile, Lark Hospitality and Life House Hotels announced a joint venture creating one of North America’s largest operators of boutique hotels, encompassing a $1 billion portfolio of 97 properties across 27 states. Lastly, the TSA anticipates screening nearly 40

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3:30

Hilton Goes Local, FTC Bans Junk Fees and...

Skift Daily Travel Briefing ·

2024/12/18

Hilton plans to grow its luxury hotel portfolio in Asia-Pacific by leveraging long-term owner relationships and a tailored regional approach rather than acquisitions, despite strong local competition. Meanwhile, the U.S. Federal Trade Commission has introduced a rule banning junk fees in travel, requiring upfront disclosure of total costs for hotels, short-term rentals, and online travel agencies. Lastly, new OAG data highlights Asia-Pacific’s dominance in both international and domestic air routes,

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4:59

Belmond Expansion, Family Luxury and a 'Stupid' Jet Fuel

Skift Daily Travel Briefing ·

2024/12/17

Belmond, a luxury brand under LVMH, is expanding its portfolio with new high-end trains, private villas, and Michelin-starred experiences to meet the growing demand for immersive travel. Meanwhile, family-run hotels are winning over travelers who prefer understated, personal experiences over ostentatious, cookie-cutter luxury. Finally, the debate over sustainable aviation fuel continues, with ambitious targets and strong industry resistance highlighting the challenges of going green in the aviation

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