Hyatt partners with Indochina Kajima to debut its Unscripted brand globally, adding six Wink hotels and over 2,000 rooms across Vietnam. Plus more hotel deal and development news.
American is the latest carrier to start offering free Wi-Fi across its aircraft, which has become a popular option for airlines looking to cater to more premium and business travelers.
Predicting the biggest shifts in the events industry is never simple. Some of Skift Meetings’ predictions for 2025 did in fact reshape the industry, while others went off course or were impacted by roadblocks.
Thailand’s tourism numbers for 2025 are proof that the industry is not immune to shocks. Thailand can recover. But recovery will come from steady fixes, not slogans.
Indians love shopping and a good bargain. With airlines, destinations, and travel players offering affordable access to travel, Indians are not shying away from crossing borders just to get their hands on luxury products at cheaper prices.
As affordability continues to be a top challenge in 2026, planners will be forced to balance broader cost-cutting strategies with small details that make all the difference.
Deutsche Bank rates Hyatt and Wyndham as buys for 2026, holds on Hilton and Marriott due to premium valuations and limited upside. Plus, more hotel deal and development news.
The integration charges are more than minor annoyances for smaller OTAs. And the cumbersome way the Ryanair pop-ups work, plus the lack of promotional fares, make the OTAs second-class flight sellers.
DHS has accused a Minneapolis Hilton franchisee of canceling ICE agent reservations. Hilton's corporate headquarters says the incident doesn't reflect its values.