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MGM Resorts Sees Gains From New Marriott Loyalty Tie-up
Skift Take MGM Resorts is riding high after a record-breaking first quarter. CEO Bill Hornbuckle's bold bet on a Marriott partnership and on expansion in China and Japan appear to be paying off in spades. Sean O'Neill MGM Resorts executives enthused Wednesday about the likely impact of their newly minted licensing deal with the Marriott Bonvoy loyalty … [Read More...]
How Housekeeper Concerns Drive Hotel May Day Rallies
Skift Take Housekeepers are one of the key figures in Wednesday’s May Day rallies. While hotel wages have gone up, unions say that overworking is still an issue. Elizabeth Casolo Some unionized hotel workers will participate in May Day rallies across the U.S. and Canada on Wednesday, pushing for more employee fairness and wage increases, especially as the hotel … [Read More...]
Marriott executives tout Bonvoy benefits amid swelling Hilton competition
In recent months, hotel industry chatter and scuttlebutt swirled around the idea that Hilton is within striking distance of overtaking Marriott in terms of loyalty program size.There's plenty of debate around whether that might actually happen, but Marriott executives Wednesday made a point during the company's first-quarter earnings call to note (without naming names) that even if it did happen, … [Read More...]
Great points deals on Virgin Voyages cruises for as little as 115,000 points
Virgin Voyages is currently running some great points deals on Caribbean, Mediterranean and transatlantic cruises, but you'll want to act fast.Virgin Red is offering heavily discounted Virgin point redemptions for adults-only cruises lasting anywhere from five to 14 nights; they range from 115,000 to 280,000 points per sailing for two people.Along with a cabin, the redemptions include meals, soft … [Read More...]
Airbnb Dives Into Pop Culture With New Home and Experiences Category Called ‘Icons’
Skift Take Airbnb's new celebrity-driven Icons category of experiences will trigger housefuls of free publicity. Dennis Schaal Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky has frequently mentioned the creative ways the brand has tried to stay top of mind beyond traditional advertising. This included its Barbie House, which attracted the 250 million social media impressions last … [Read More...]
30% Transfer Bonus from Chase Ultimate Rewards to Virgin Atlantic Flying Club
Chase Ultimate Rewards has once again launched a 30% transfer bonus to Virgin Atlantic Flying Club. We tend to see this offer appear a few times a year, and it’s come up once again to kick off the warm travel months. While Virgin Atlantic is based in the UK and primarily flies on transatlantic routes, there are some excellent opportunities to redeem Virgin Points on other airlines, including some … [Read More...]
Trivago Pulls Marketing Investments out of Latin America After Brand Campaign Letdown
Skift Take Less localization is the tradeoff that Trivago is seemingly willing to live with as it uses AI to avoid having to pay TV pitch people in each of its markets. Dennis Schaal Trivago’s first AI-infused TV ad didn’t play well in Latin America so the Germany-based hotel price comparison site curtailed marketing investments in the region. That’s the word … [Read More...]
5 Best Destinations for UK Family Adventures
Discover the ultimate UK family adventures! Explore thrilling destinations that are perfect for creating unforgettable moments together. Get ready for fun-filled experiences. Given its diverse attractions, the UK is perfect for family adventures. From historic landmarks like castles and museums to breathtaking natural landscapes such as national parks and coastal trails, there’s something for … [Read More...]
How to achieve the Amex Business Platinum’s spending requirement to earn 150,000 points
Credit card welcome bonuses are typically the easiest way to build up a healthy stash of points or miles quickly. They're often relatively effortless to earn and they can be worth thousands of dollars. However, some of the most lucrative bonuses require you to meet high spending requirements.The Business Platinum Card® from American Express is currently offering an elevated welcome bonus of … [Read More...]
FAA Reauthorization: Key Takeaways From the 1,069-Page Bill
Skift Take The Senate is slated to vote Wednesday afternoon on a massive FAA reauthorization bill that contains provisions on everything from refunds to near collisions on the runway. Meghna Maharishi and Liz Casolo, Skift After months of short-term funding to keep the Federal Aviation Administration afloat, Congress just unveiled a new reauthorization bill that … [Read More...]