Travel Loyalty News

Today's podcast looks at London's airport mess, Accor's loyalty expansion, and Airbnb's Chinese strategy.

Accor's ALL loyalty program has achieved a notable milestone, but faces challenges in competing with industry giants due to its smaller hotel footprint and a differing focus on experiences.

Travel loyalty programs have evolved significantly since their launch several decades ago, and this episode of the Skift Travel Podcast takes a look at how travel brands are using them to boost revenue.

Despite global economic uncertainties, Marriott is betting big on India, emphasizing local empowerment and streamlined growth.

Will Air India be able to seize the opportunity? While the airline industry is being hampered by a myriad of supply constraints, the airline has a lot of cards it can play.

Wyndham’s debit card play is an attempt to lock in younger, debit-centric travelers and bolster loyalty.

The new startup Journey faces significant challenges in building consumer adoption and achieving the necessary scale to compete with established loyalty programs. But its notable backers believe it's addressing critical pain points in today's loyalty system.

Travel loyalty programs have lost their spark. Banks and credit cards are seizing the opportunity and launching their own platforms.

On today’s podcast, we break down the hotel loyalty race, share Alexa’s new travel skills, and explain Southwest’s new booking partnerships.

Based on their six-year growth rates, Hilton Honors is expected to surpass Marriott Bonvoy's membership count in mid-to-late 2026. Other loyalty programs with standout growth rates include Hyatt and IHG.