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Travel Technology

Travelsoft Acquires Three Travel Tech Companies

The CEO of Travelsoft said earlier this month that more acquisitions were coming.

Justin Dawes | 1 hour ago

Podcasts

Airbnb Prices, Southwest on Google Flights, and Scandinavian Summers

Today's podcast looks at Airbnb prices, summer travel in Scandinavia, and booking Southwest on Google Flights.

Rashaad Jorden | 4 hours ago

Hotels

Corporate Travel, Weddings Drive Strong Quarter For Indian Hotels – India Report

We are tracking the Indian hotel industry's strong performance in the first quarter, and the momentum is expected to continue. Also interesting: Smaller cities continue to get a lion's share of new developments.

Bulbul Dhawan | 8 hours ago

Daily Lodging Report

State of Global Tourism, According to the UN

International tourism nearly reached pre-pandemic levels in early 2024, with notable growth in the Middle East, Europe, and Africa, and a full recovery projected for the year.

14 hours ago

Hotels

Are Airbnbs Cheaper Than Hotels? What the Numbers Show

Staying at Airbnbs can certainly be a deal for the millions of travelers who are focused on price. But it also depends on what a guest is looking for, where and when?

Dennis Schaal | 14 hours ago

Cruises

Norwegian Cruise Investor Day: More Ships, More Premium – And Cost Cuts

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings is setting its sights on the premium market, enticing well-heeled travelers with the promise of more balcony cabins and a "ship-within-a-ship" concept that caters to multigenerational cruisers.

Sean O'Neill | 16 hours ago

Airlines

Southwest Fares Are Appearing on Google Flights

Southwest has been long known for not listing its fares on Google Flights or with online travel agencies.

Meghna Maharishi | 17 hours ago

Announcements

Who Plans to Attend the Skift Short-Term Rental Summit

The Skift Short-Term Rental Summit in New York City is only two weeks away - take a look at who is planning to attend and avoid missing out by adding your company's name to the list today.

Becca Smith | 18 hours ago

Announcements

Entries Now Open: The Inaugural Skift Short-Term Rental Awards

Introducing the Skift Short-Term Rental Awards, a new initiative designed to celebrate the individuals and organizations that are shaping the future of the industry.

Adam Stacey | 19 hours ago

Tour Operators

Scandinavia’s Tour Bookings Surge Amid Rising Global Temperatures

Online travel agencies report spikes in bookings for activities in Norway, Denmark, and Sweden. Some places see a near doubling over last year. Are travelers seeking cooler climes as extreme heat increasingly plagues southern Europe?

Jesse Chase-Lubitz | 19 hours ago

Online Travel

Oyo Pauses IPO – Plans to Refile After Refinancing

Has Oyo withdrawn its draft red herring prospectus? Yes. Has it shelved its IPO plans? No. According to sources, the withdrawal of Oyo's draft papers does not indicate that the hospitality company is abandoning its plans to go public.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 20 hours ago