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Tourism

Thousands of Canary Islands Residents Protest ‘Overtourism’

Thousands of fed-up residents took to the streets of Tenerife. Activists want a new tourism model that puts locals first. But businesses seek sustained growth from a tourism sector that drives about a third of the local economy.

Sean O'Neill | 13 hours ago

Thousands of Canary Islands Residents Protest ‘Overtourism’

Online Travel

What Happened to the Trivago Guy?

Will AI replace the Tim Williams (Trivago Guy) and William Shatner (the Priceline Negotiator) types? Could be. Trivago, meanwhile, is already testing a second AI-infused commercial.

Dennis Schaal | 16 hours ago

What Happened to the Trivago Guy?

Hotels

Ferragamo’s Formula: Behind Portrait Milano’s Luxury Hotel Launch

The Ferragamo family's Portrait Milano hotel has taken the Italian fashion capital by storm. It did so through its philosophy of "inclusive exclusivity," its celebrated pasta bianco dish, and some star-studded events. Is Naples, Venice, or Palermo next?

Sean O'Neill | 18 hours ago

Ferragamo’s Formula: Behind Portrait Milano’s Luxury Hotel Launch

Airlines

Emirates’ Chief on Dubai Flash Flood: ‘Our Response Was Far From Perfect’

The Emirates President's honest assessment of the situation after Tuesday's record rainfall in Dubai indicates that the airline is determined to be better prepared for similar events in the future.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 2 days ago

Emirates’ Chief on Dubai Flash Flood: ‘Our Response Was Far From Perfect’

Short-Term Rentals

Have Airbnb Guest Favorites Overshadowed the Superhost Program?

Some individual hosts feel the superhost program is too rigid, while others believe it’s overshadowed by listings-focused Guest Favorites.

Srividya Kalyanaraman | 2 days ago

Have Airbnb Guest Favorites Overshadowed the Superhost Program?

Tourism

Solar Eclipse Boosted U.S. Hotels With Record Revenue Gains

The eclipse brought historic tourism revenue to hotels. But not all local businesses felt the same impact.

Dawit Habtemariam | 2 days ago

Solar Eclipse Boosted U.S. Hotels With Record Revenue Gains

Online Travel

Nevada Says Ditch the Dice, Come for the Outdoors

Nevada wants people to know that it has more than casinos and entertainment attractions like The Sphere. The state is investing in tourism that supports its local communities outside of Las Vegas.

Jesse Chase-Lubitz | 2 days ago

Nevada Says Ditch the Dice, Come for the Outdoors

Startups

Startups Raise $331 Million for Flying Taxi Airports and AI Expense Management 

Four travel startups have raised more than $100 million each over the past two weeks.

Justin Dawes | 2 days ago

Startups Raise $331 Million for Flying Taxi Airports and AI Expense Management 

Skift Meetings

A Quick Guide to Entering the Skift Meetings Awards

In the meetings and events industry, excellence stands out. With the Skift Meetings Awards now accepting entries for the 2024 program, this is your chance to celebrate your achievements.

3 days ago
A Quick Guide to Entering the Skift Meetings Awards

Tourism

Skift Travel Podcast – Now With Seth and Sarah

Welcome to the new and improved Skift Travel Podcast.

Rashaad Jorden | 3 days ago

Skift Travel Podcast – Now With Seth and Sarah

Tourism

Ask Skift: What Are the Top Travel Trends in China?

As China continues its recovery from the pandemic, we look at trends shaping the country's travel industry.

Rashaad Jorden | 3 days ago

Ask Skift: What Are the Top Travel Trends in China?