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%…
Travel Industry & Tourism Business Travel Brands Embrace the Power of Creators: A New Era of Authenticity and Trust September 22, 2026 Keisha Moreman Connor Smith, a seasoned veteran who dedicated over a decade to meticulously crafting and safeguarding the brand identity of more than 7,000 hotels spanning IHG’s expansive portfolio of 21 distinct…
Travel Industry & Tourism Business The Skift Creator Summit Explores the Evolving Landscape of Travel Inspiration and Booking. September 22, 2026 Keisha Moreman The journey from social media inspiration to a confirmed travel booking is a complex and often lengthy one, with brands grappling to effectively measure and capitalize on this evolving consumer…
Travel Industry & Tourism Business Airbnb’s Big Bet on Hotels: A New Frontier or Fleeting Fad? September 21, 2026 Keisha Moreman The digital travel giant, once a vocal dissenter against traditional lodging, is now strategically embracing hotels, aiming to transform them into a significant revenue stream. This pivot, driven by customer…
Travel Industry & Tourism Business Heathrow Expansion Faces Climate Scrutiny as Experts Warn of Net Zero Conflict September 20, 2026 Keisha Moreman The ambitious expansion of Heathrow Airport, a project designed to significantly increase passenger capacity and boost economic activity, is now facing intense scrutiny from a chorus of UK climate experts.…
Travel Industry & Tourism Business Uber has frequency and Airbnb has travel intent; their expansion into hotels will show which advantage travels further. September 20, 2026 Keisha Moreman Dara Khosrowshahi, a seasoned architect of digital platforms, is once again orchestrating a bold expansion, this time at the helm of Uber. His tenure at Expedia, commencing in 2005, laid…