Skift Take Indian travelers are increasingly traveling internationally: Outbound trips among Indians are expected to reach 50 million a year by 2030. Bulbul Dhawan Brunei’s flag carrier Royal Brunei Airlines has launched a new direct service between Chennai in India and Bandar Seri Begawan. The airline will operate three weekly flights on the route. The route also … [Read more...]
The Ultimate Guide To Hiking In Australia (2024 Guide)
Here is a detailed guide to hiking in Australia, including the best hikes in each state and general hiking trips for travellers! Hiking is one of the best things to do in Australia. Incredible trails traverse the continent’s unique ecosystems in all 8 states, so there is no shortage of hikes to choose from. Whether you want leisurely day hikes or multi-state trails that take months, you can … [Read more...]
Legendary luxury on the Athens Riviera: A review of Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens
For a hospitality brand that is synonymous with unrivaled service and luxury, it's no surprise that Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens, with its pared-back glamour and unbeatable views of the glimmering Aegean Sea, goes above and beyond for its sun-seeking guests.The moment you cross the pine-shrouded security gates and ascend a steep hill to arrive at two sprawling white complexes that … [Read more...]
The Ideal Mix For Hotel Distribution: Direct Bookings to Lead by 2030
Skift Take By 2030, direct digital bookings will surpass online travel agencies as the dominant distribution channel, generating over $400 billion in global hotel gross bookings. Pranavi Agarwal Online travel agencies still account for the largest share of hotel gross bookings – but that’s changing fast, Skift Research shows in Hotel Distribution Outlook 2024. We … [Read more...]
What To Do in Milan in 3 days + The Best Places to Stay
Some of our links are affiliated, we will earn a commission when you buy a service or product. This will have no extra cost for you. For further info please refer to our Privacy Policy Milan is an exciting city, and even though it’s packed with tourists, it’s a must-visit destination in Italy and Europe. The good news is that you can see the best of Milan in a couple of days, and taste the city’s … [Read more...]
5 things you need to know about debit and credit card holds
If you've ever checked your credit card or bank account after a gas station purchase or during a hotel stay and noticed "pending" charges larger than what you've actually spent, then you're likely well aware of what's known as "holds." A hold is an amount charged to your card when you pay for something that doesn't have a set total, and it is required by card networks, including American Express, … [Read more...]
Delta One private security opens at JFK, with direct link to high-end lounge
Last month, Delta Air Lines cut the ribbon on its second business-class-only lounge at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). A beautiful but smaller, more food-and-beverage focused outpost, the new LAX facility can't quite match the sheer scope of Delta's sprawling, 40,000 square-foot oasis at New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), which launched the high-end lounge portfolio … [Read more...]
Stacking rental car perks with Hertz and the Venture X
No one likes waiting in line — for anything. And some of the worst lines can be those at airport rental car counters. These (frustratingly) always seem to appear after a long flight with your family when all you want is to get in the car and go.Forget all of the other perks that come with rental car elite status. The upgrades, the "free second driver" — even the four-hour grace period on returns. … [Read more...]
What Is Regenerative Tourism? Debate Rages On
Skift Take Many feel regenerative tourism has the potential to transform the industry. But the continued resistance to a clear definition or measurement criteria may hinder its potential. Robin Gilbert-Jones, Skift In the first entry in our Fact from Fiction series on sustainability issues in tourism, we tackled the emergence of “regenerative tourism” and applied a … [Read more...]
Saudi Arabia Eyes Major Slice of China’s Tourism Market
This sponsored content was created in collaboration with a Skift partner. Saudi Arabia welcomed over 150,000 Chinese visitors last year, and it’s on track to boost those numbers to half a million this year with ambitious tourism and economic strategies in play. An investment of $800 billion is fueling the country’s drive to grow its global tourism appeal, with $500 billion specifically aimed at … [Read more...]
Move Over Cartagena! This Colombian Coastal City Has Cheaper Flights And Budget-Friendly Luxury
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Epic Eats & Otherworldly Nature: Discover Asia’s Most Underrated Island
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Take the plunge: 4 excuses for not having a credit card that you should stop telling yourself
According to the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta (PDF link), 82% of U.S. citizens over 18 years old have at least one credit card. However, that still means almost 20% of the population does not.Credit cards are an integral component of personal finance. With proper use, credit cards can be a tool for your finances and an inexpensive (if not free) source of funds when you need them. So, why do so … [Read more...]
American Airlines Launching 2 New Nonstop Flight Routes To Popular Destinations In Italy
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Hospitality Reimagined: How Southwest Airlines Is Enhancing Business Travel
Skift Take As the business travel landscape evolves, travel managers face growing pressures to deliver seamless experiences and efficient solutions for their teams. Southwest’s focus on digital tools, personalized service, and hospitality-driven innovations aims to simplify travel management and support a smoother, more flexible journey for business travelers. Southwest Business … [Read more...]
Ask Skift: What Are the Biggest Challenges For the Airline Industry?
Skift Take The airline industry is still facing its share of challenges, and here are some issues keeping executives up at night. Rashaad Jorden The Skift Aviation Forum this week will feature several airline industry executives discussing the sector’s future and its most pressing issues. So it’s a good time to ask: What are the biggest challenges for the airline … [Read more...]
Solo explorations of the Arctic and Antarctic with Quark Expeditions
Once thought to be inhospitable, the allure of the polar regions has existed since Viking times. But only in the last century has it become possible to visit these stark landscapes and marvel at the abundant wildlife in relative comfort. And whilst adventurers have pushed the boundaries of human endurance and polar exploration, today Quark Expeditions offers a remarkable opportunity to delve into … [Read more...]
34 Maldives resorts you can book with points and miles
I've stayed at nine different Maldives resorts over the last four years. During these stays, I discovered that — more so than in any other destination I've visited — each resort has its own vibe and activities. I like to say that each Maldives resort is likely the best for someone. As such, it's incredibly important to research when planning a Maldives trip to ensure you pick the best resort for … [Read more...]
How to save on a cruise: 33 money-saving tips from an expert cruiser
Cruises can be truly affordable vacations — but that doesn't mean you won't run up a significant bill booking your sailing or spending during your trip. It's also easy to overspend on certain travel costs when you don't know all the best money-saving tricks.As someone who cruises often, I don't have a huge budget to spend on onboard purchases for each sailing, so I've had to get wise on how to … [Read more...]
Brigade Hotel’s IPO Filing Reveals a Changing Indian Market: What We Learned
Skift Take Brigade Hotel Ventures’ IPO filing offers a deep dive into what’s next for the hotel sector in India. Besides growth, the data points to big shifts in demand and supply across segments while breaking down key trends. Peden Doma Bhutia India’s hotel market is witnessing a noticeable shift toward chain-affiliated properties thanks to a thriving travel sector … [Read more...]