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Why are 50–70% of new travel products missing the mark? HBX Group’s approach starts with the customer and works backward. Learn more in this new special report from HBX Group. https://hubs.li/Q02ZbYq60 Sponsored by HBX Group

The premier thought leadership conference on the business of global travel, Skift Global Forum, returns to New York City for its 12th year on September 16-18, 2025. This much-anticipated event is set to be bigger and more impactful than ever, uniting industry leaders, innovators, and visionaries from across the globe. More information and how to secure your seats here: https://lnkd.in/dnCRciQq

“Short-term rentals have had a very significant impact on the cost and availability of local housing,” Jacopo Vicini, Florence’s councilor for economic development and tourism, said in an interview with Skift. “When you remove long-term residents, you remove the customers for the small shops and businesses in the immediate neighborhood.” https://hubs.li/Q02Znk030

“The rapid pace of technological change, including the adoption of AI and machine learning, requires significant investment in new systems and training for staff. Hospitality revenue managers must stay updated with the latest innovations to remain competitive, which can be resource intensive.” —Ryan Mummert, Senior Principal, Insights & Data Portfolio Leader, Capgemini Explore 3 AI-driven insights for hospitality revenue management success in 2025. https://hubs.li/Q02ZbM-S0 Sponsored by Capgemini

The parent companies of both the Oberoi and Taj brands are tapping into the growing demand for unique, high-end experiences — both from the Indian diaspora and international travelers. https://hubs.li/Q02Zkt3L0

Abu Dhabi-based Etihad Airways has announced the launch of its first-ever direct route to Atlanta, marking a major expansion in its U.S. network. Beginning July 2025, Etihad will offer non-stop flights between Abu Dhabi and the heart of the American South, becoming the only carrier in the United Arab Emirates to provide this connectivity. https://hubs.li/Q02ZjFl10

With global travel restricted during the pandemic, many turned inward, adopting routines centered on diet, exercise, and mindfulness. And even as travel returned, this focus remained. In our latest report, Skift Research takes a deep dive into the booming wellness tourism market. Here’s a preview: https://hubs.li/Q02ZhNV_0

Elon Musk, as one of the co-heads of President-elect Donald Trump’s “Department of Government Efficiency,” has sworn to slash government spending. It’s unclear what cuts DOGE will recommend and travel costs haven’t gotten much of the attention. https://hubs.li/Q02Zg-j90

Video: How do we protect these experiences in their authentic non-museumized-non-touristed forms — Fez is already a simulacra — while not being hypocritical about their agency and desire to live a modern life? https://hubs.li/Q02Zg_NH0

Expedia punched Hopper in the mouth in 2023 when it cut off their relationship, and Hopper was never able to make up the lost ground. Expedia, under new leadership, wanted to see revenue from Hopper flowing in again. https://hubs.li/Q02Zh5JT0