Travel Industry & Tourism Business Airbnb’s Bold Bet on Local Experiences: Can Targeting Residents Unlock the Next Wave of Growth? September 27, 2026 Keisha Moreman Airbnb, the titan of short-term rentals, has embarked on a renewed and ambitious push into its "Experiences" division, a segment that has historically presented a challenging path to sustained success.…
Travel Industry & Tourism Business Expedia Group Announces Strategic Workforce Adjustments, Eliminating 58 Roles in Seattle September 27, 2026 Keisha Moreman Expedia Group, a titan in the online travel industry, has initiated a significant workforce reduction, announcing the elimination of 58 roles at its Seattle headquarters. This strategic streamlining, detailed in…
Travel Industry & Tourism Business Carnival Cruise Line President Christine Duffy Reveals Significant Post-COVID Shifts in Guest Dining Preferences and Behavior September 26, 2026 Keisha Moreman In a candid "Decision Brief" moderated by Peter Greenberg of CBS News at a recent Skift Global Forum event, Christine Duffy, President of Carnival Cruise Line, unveiled a compelling narrative…
Travel Industry & Tourism Business Expedia Group Initiates Significant Workforce Reductions in Seattle Amidst Strategic Streamlining Efforts September 26, 2026 Keisha Moreman Expedia Group, a titan in the online travel industry, has initiated a substantial workforce reduction, impacting approximately 58 roles within its Seattle headquarters. This strategic move, formally announced via a…
Travel Industry & Tourism Business Accor CEO Sébastien Bazin Charts Ambitious U.S. Expansion for Ennismore, Weighs Funding Pathways Amidst Market Uncertainty September 25, 2026 Keisha Moreman New York, NY – September 25, 2026 – Sébastien Bazin, the dynamic CEO of Accor, articulated a clear and compelling vision for the future of Ennismore, the group’s vibrant luxury-lifestyle…
Travel Industry & Tourism Business Europe’s Summer Hopes Dim as Chinese Tourist Numbers Struggle to Rebound September 25, 2026 Keisha Moreman Europe, a perennial favorite for international travelers, finds its aspirations for a robust summer tourism season tempered by the persistent challenges in attracting Chinese visitors back to its shores. While…
Travel Industry & Tourism Business Expedia Group CEO Ariane Gorin: Embracing Agentic AI, Navigating the Future of Travel Search September 24, 2026 Keisha Moreman In a candid discussion at the recent Skift Global Forum, Ariane Gorin, CEO of Expedia Group, laid out the company’s strategic approach to the burgeoning landscape of agentic artificial intelligence,…
Travel Industry & Tourism Business Expedia Group CEO Ariane Gorin Addresses the AI Frontier at Skift Global Forum, Signaling Strategic Embrace of Emerging Platforms. September 24, 2026 Keisha Moreman In a pivotal discussion at the Skift Global Forum, Ariane Gorin, the dynamic CEO of Expedia Group, offered a compelling glimpse into the travel giant’s strategic approach to the rapidly…
Travel Industry & Tourism Business Booking Holdings CEO Glenn Fogel Dismisses AI Travel Agent Threat, Emphasizes Trust and Human Connection. September 23, 2026 Keisha Moreman In a candid discussion at the prestigious Skift Global Forum held in New York City on Tuesday, Glenn Fogel, the chief executive officer of Booking Holdings, a titan in the…
Travel Industry & Tourism Business Royal Caribbean Group Acquires 50% Stake in Sandals and Beaches Resorts in Landmark $3 Billion Deal. September 23, 2026 Keisha Moreman In a seismic shift that signals a new era for both the cruise giant and the all-inclusive resort sector, Royal Caribbean Group has officially announced its acquisition of a 50%…