The parent company of Indian luxury hospitality chain Oberoi Hotels, EIH Limited, said Tuesday that it plans to open 20 properties by 2029, nine of which would be in international destinations. While Skift has reported news of the London hotel opening, 8 more hotels would be opening in destinations that include Egypt, Bhutan, Nepal, and Saudi Arabia. The 20 properties in the pipeline would...
Hotels have complained about Booking.com’s contract terms related to pricing for about two decades, but their long-running dispute has shifted to seeking financial compensation for the practice. This effort by hotels to win damages appears to be gaining momentum. Many trade groups last week said they backed legal claims against the online travel giant over its so-called rate parity clauses...
Good morning from Skift. It’s Tuesday, October 3. Here’s what you need to know about the business of travel today. Listen Now Subscribe Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Overcast | Google Podcasts | Amazon Podcasts Episode Notes Executives speaking at the recent Skift Global Forum said hotel operators and short-term rental managers are not fighting for the same customers. However, hotel owners and...
American Airlines is throwing its weight behind a new campaign to overhaul how London’s Heathrow Airport is regulated. On Monday, the U.S. carrier announced it joined a trade group called Heathrow Reimagined. American is its first airline signatory based outside the United Kingdom. The campaign was launched on February 10 and brings together a range of organizations that are not natural...
The Indian civil aviation ministry has advised domestic airlines to assess risks before flying on international routes as tensions in the Middle East are growing. The civil aviation regulatory body is working with the airlines and the ministry of external affairs to navigate the situation, civil aviation secretary Vumlunmang Vualnam has said. Changed flight routes: After Iran launched drones and...
When Ananda in the Himalayas first opened its doors in India 25 years ago, it was thought of as a luxury retreat where people went to get pampered. Over time, as the global focus shifted towards well-being, the property transformed itself into a wellness destination. Today, it offers a full spectrum of programs designed to promote longevity, rejuvenation, and a balanced, healthy lifestyle...
Key Points Riyadh Air and Delta Air Lines signed a preliminary agreement to expand networks and potentially establish a codeshare. Delta will be the exclusive North American partner for Riyadh Air and plans to launch nonstop U.S.-Riyadh flights. Riyadh Air aims to boost Saudi tourism with global ambitions despite challenges in securing airport slots and supply chain constraints. Summary Riyadh...
If you’ve ever been to a museum, you know the number one rule is to keep your hands to yourself and not touch the displays. But for someone with an invisible or sensory disability, these decades-long practices are more a deterrent than an incentive to visit. Companies across the travel industry realize they’re missing out on revenue by not servicing the invisible disabled community...
Key Points Asia is expected to have more millionaires than North America by the mid-2030s, boosting travel spending. India and China lead in anticipated travel activity and spending, with high percentages of their populations planning to travel. India’s young population and economic growth drive its outbound travel market, with significant spending expected by 2040. Summary Asia is on the...
Travel distribution platform TBO Tek made its debut in the Indian stock exchanges Wednesday, and raised a little more than INR 15.5 billion ($180 million) from its IPO subscription last week. One use of the funds may be acquisitions, the company’s leaders told Skift. “It’s important, to always maintain a pipeline. However, acquisitions can be a huge hit and miss, so it’s very...