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Chinese travelers are going longer, farther, and a little off-script. Trip.com’s “3 Ls” may sound like marketing code, but it's clear that long-haul is back, and Europe’s cashing in.

The hospitality industry in general might be moving towards the mid-market segment, but The Oberoi Group is leaning hard into the luxury space, encouraged by growing middle class and high net worth travelers.

The land under the iconic Royal Hawaiian Hotel in Waikiki has been sold for $510 million. Plus, more hotel deal and development news.

While the expedited process should make securing a visa easier for ticket holders, Secretary of State Marco Rubio still suggests World Cup travelers apply for a visa “as soon as possible.”

The Trump administration said it did not believe it had the authority to impose specific compensation requirements on airlines for flight disruptions.

Hotels with high turnover struggle to maintain service standards and face high recruitment costs. Hilton and Marriott are among the companies taking steps to address the challenge.

Saudi Arabia’s tourism ambitions are massive. The question now is whether a well-timed soft-power push in Washington can convert into real investment, credible Western visitor growth, and sustained global demand.

Truly agentic travel tech is complicated and all the major travel brands are working on it. Now Google aims to plant a flag in this space.

Skift Megatrends has a track record of calling the big shifts before they hit the mainstream. The 2026 events keep that momentum with a new lineup of ideas and industry voices.

Shifts in global tourism patterns around the love of sports and athletic activities are occurring simultaneously with Qiddiya City’s rise from the ground up, just 40 minutes from Riyadh. The destination “built for play” is at the center of a critical moment emblematic of the future of travel.

As the largest hotel brand in the world, H World has already mastered quantity. Its new upper-midscale brand is a play for quality.

Adding thoughtful touches that stimulate the senses can transform an event experience. Here are 10 ideas.