big part of the protests is about stopping the rise in short-term rentals. But that is far from the only area where activists want to see change. hubs.li/Q02vn83R0

The State of Loyalty for Travel and Lifestyle Credit Cards in 2024

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Skift India Summit 2024: 10 Insights Driving the Travel Boom

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Visit Florida is about to jump start tourism to its overlooked hidden gems in its northwestern region. The destination marketing organization was awarded a $10.5 million grant earlier this month to promote the eight counties in that region.

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Hostaway, which sells property-management software, announced it will offer business loans to its customers. It didn’t share details about how the financial arrangement works but said that the industry standard is to take a commission of the loans.
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New federal rules around airline junk fees and refunds are meant to protect consumers but they overlook the logistics of making it happen, according to Laura Chadwick, president and CEO of the Travel Technology Association.

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These AI-powered smart glasses offer an early glimpse at what on-the-go virtual travel assistants could be.

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Dubai confirmed Sunday it would be shifting its airport operations from the current Dubai International Airport to Al Maktoum International Airport 'within the next 10 years.' hubs.li/Q02vgbnk0

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Day tourists are now charged an entry toll whenever they set foot in Venice's historic center during peak periods. The city began charging day tourists an entry fee of 5 euros (around $5.30) on Thursday.

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Move over, China. The world's hotel giants have a new favorite: India.

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American Airlines Reduces International Routes Due to Boeing 787 Delays hubs.li/Q02vfVpj0

New Podcast: JetBlue and Volaris in Focus
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💻 The first-ever Skift Data + AI Summit is coming to NYC on June 4. Whether you're a tech guru, a self proclaimed data nerd, or simply curious about the future of travel, this event is for you.

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Nobu, the posh restaurant chain, is expanding its luxury hotels brand. The secret sauce? Sky-high revenue from their in-house restaurants, Robert De Niro's star power, and a culture that keeps top talent sticking around.

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Aman has postponed the launch of its first yacht-style cruise offering until at least 2027. Here’s what we know about Aman’s upcoming yacht-style cruises.

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3 days ago, Tony Fernandes announced he’s putting retirement aside for 5 years. Thursday he announced AirAsia Move’s plans to be the biggest OTA in Southeast Asia.1 day later, he’s positioning AirAsia as the largest low-cost airline group in Asia.

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Are millennials the happiest timeshare owners? SkiftX spoke with two avid travelers to understand the appeal of vacation ownership for younger travelers.

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