An IT outage early Friday morning sent the world reeling as it affected banks, healthcare and airlines. The airline industry is currently experiencing thousands of disruptions, and it could take days for carriers to bounce back.
Skift Global Forum Video: Crafting an Authentic Vision for All-Inclusive
At Skift Global Forum, Sandals Resorts’ Adam Stewart discussed the brand’s “Made of Caribbean” vision and highlighted local workforce pride.
Travel’s Best Paid CEOs: Where They Rank
Here’s how 20 travel and travel-related public company CEOs stacked up against their S&P 500 peers in 2024.
Marriott Is Deploying a Front Desk AI Tool
Marriott is preparing to deploy an AI tool that should automate the complicated task of hotel room assignment for front desk staff.
Saudi Unveils Leyja: Yet Another Luxury Mountain Destination
Leyja, the latest luxury mountain project in Saudi Arabia, includes plans for three hotels, including a skyscraper jutting out the rocks.
Accor Exec Warns AI Could Weaken Hotels’ ‘Human Connection’
A top exec at Accor has warned that too much reliance on AI booking systems for consumers could hurt this “human connection industry.”
Mews’ Latest Funding Values Hotel Tech Startup at $1
Mews has raised $110 million at a $1.2 billion valuation, the hotel management software startup said Monday.
Marriott CFO Explains Why Conversions Now Fuel European Growth
Marriott is leaning into conversions in Europe as tighter lending conditions and construction costs make new builds harder to finance.
Full First Class, Empty Economy? That Won’t Work, Says United
U.S. airlines are going all in on premium travel this year, but a United exec said it can’t alienate economy passengers.
Hotel Tech Startups Using AI to Combat Labor Shortage
HiJiffy and Boostly are both using generative AI to enhance services for their hotel and short-term rental clients.