Skift Take U.S. destinations are facing stronger competition for domestic travelers. Dawit Habtemariam In February, Americans were close to traveling internationally as much as they did in 2019, according to the National Travel and Tourism Office’s latest data. About 6.2 million Americans departed for international trips – that’s 97 percent of February 2019’s level and…
Skift Take Considering Booking Holdings’ close relationship with Google historically, it’s no surprise that Priceline went with Google Cloud for its generative AI integrations. Now, who’s next? Justin Dawes Priceline is implementing generative AI from Google Cloud in several areas of its business. The online travel agency, owned by Booking Holdings, said Tuesday that it…
Hotel bookings will continue to boom despite inflation. A lack of hotel construction is giving pricing power to existing hotels. At the same time, rising demand from corporate group events and international travelers from China and India are tailwinds supporting the sector. That was the word on Monday from CEOs of the world’s largest hotel…
Skift Take Today’s edition of Skift’s daily podcast looks closer at business travel in the U.S., Marriott’s new budget brand, and LGBTQ travelers in India. Rashaad Jorden Good morning from Skift. It’s Tuesday, June 6. Here’s what you need to know about the business of travel today. Listen Now 🎧 Subscribe Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Overcast | Google Podcasts Episode…
Skift Take Frontdesk’s acquisition of Zencity highlights a consolidation trend among property managers, but also the very fragmented nature of the sector. Dennis Schaal Frontdesk, which manages furnished apartments in more than 30 U.S. markets, acquired a smaller rival, the Chicago-based Zencity. The acquisition, announced Tuesday, is Frontdesk’s first if you exclude asset pickups from…
The post 91% of Indian LGBTQ+ Travellers are more comfortable travelling with growing inclusivity in the travel industry: Booking.com appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Representative Image With a mission to make it easier for everyone to experience the world, regardless of how they identify, Booking.com’s most extensive LGBTQ+ travel research to…
The post HER Planet Earth team embarks on a triple challenge in Switzerland appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. In June 2023, a self-funded team of 12 women, under the banner of HER Planet Earth – a non-profit organisation headquartered in Singapore dedicated to gender equality and environmental conservation, will embark on a unique…
The post AATO delegation participates in FMITC Tourism Conclave in Kolkata appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. A delegation of Andaman Association of Tour Operators (AATO) attended the highly anticipated FMITC Tourism Conclave held at Hotel Hayatt Regency, Kolkata on 02 Jun 23. Led by AATO President M. Vinod and Joint Secretary…
The post Sway on a cycle in Switzerland appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. World Bicycle Day is celebrated on June 3rd every year to promote the importance of cycling as a means of transportation, improving health, and protecting the environment. Switzerland, a country known for its stunning vistas and commitment to…
Skift Take As a Booking.com survey shows, the travel industry has far to go before it can truly claim inclusivity and a travel economy that values LGBTQ+ travelers. Peden Doma Bhutia Approximately 91 percent of LGBTQ+ travelers in India now consider their personal safety and well-being when selecting a travel destination, according to a Booking.com…