Articles tagged “travel”

Fueled by a packed calendar of mega-events, the Middle East has emerged as the world’s top-performing travel region.

OTAs are posting record revenues, and the top four still dominate. But they face a major shift if AI platforms bypass them altogether.

Offering wide-scale travel experiences is one thing — curating high-quality activities specifically for the world's 850 million Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking travelers is another. With its relaunched app, Civitatis is dedicated to keeping the travel planning process simple and culturally resonant for its global audience of travelers.

Skift partnered with the Department of Tourism and Culture – Abu Dhabi to present the most important insights and takeaways drawn directly from on-stage conversations.

Customer expectations are at risk of outgrowing traditional loyalty models. Simple reward programs have evolved into complex point schemes that new technology and changing traveler behavior are quickly outpacing. The…

As attendees skew younger, companies are finding increasing value and time savings in grouping rideshares for attendees. But there are still some snags.

At the Skift Global Forum in New York City in September 2025, leaders from across the travel space gathered to tackle the most pressing issues and exciting opportunities in the…

Explora Journeys isn’t trying to compete with the cruise industry — it’s trying to reinvent it. By replacing “cruising” with “ocean travel,” the brand aims to redefine what time, space, and luxury mean on the water.

These planners are living their dream while running their businesses, their clients' meetings, and staying involved with the industry —but it's not always easy.

Chris Nassetta’s longevity as Hilton’s CEO shows that culture is as important as growth. His leadership philosophy — grounded in family, hospitality, and consistency — offers lessons for an industry balancing rapid expansion with the human side of travel.