The domestic air traffic in April was over 10% higher year-on-year. However, there was a decline compared to March 2025 – down from 14.88 million to 14.55 million, according to data from credit ratings agency ICRA. ICRA also noted that the airlines’ capacity deployment in April declined by 4.2% compared to the month before. During […]
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The chief executive of Delta Air Lines has shared his perspective on concerns around U.S. inbound travel. Speaking to The Sunday Times, Ed Bastian acknowledged the importance of visitors feeling comfortable. Asked if he is worried that America is now a less welcoming destination, the Delta CEO said: “It is a concern and it’s something
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United Airlines debuted its first-ever Starlink flight on May 15 on a route between Chicago O’Hare and Detroit, making it the largest U.S. carrier to use the satellite technology. In-flight Wi-Fi has always been spotty and glitchy, but United is bullish that Starlink will change that. The carrier has touted Starlink as an “in-flight Wi-Fi
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Key Points The U.S. travel industry is entering a period of self-imposed silence due to political fears, particularly in regions sensitive to public spending. Recent politically motivated actions, such as the firing of Brand USA board members, have led industry leaders to avoid public statements and visibility. This ‘Silent Years’ moment presents both risks and
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Business class remains where most full-service carriers make most of their money. As a result, airlines have long sought to maximize revenue by offering a product that keeps their most lucrative (and often most informed) customers from moving to a rival with a better seat. On twin-aisle widebody aircraft, direct aisle access for every passenger
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No new brands. Niche luxury segments. That is what The Leela is planning post its IPO â $400 million (INR 35 billion) offering set for Monday. Parent company Schloss Bangalore aims to use proceeds to pay down debt, said Ankur Gupta, managing partner at Brookfield Asset Management, which acquired The Leela in 2019. The remaining
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The U.S. Senate and House passed legislation this week that would affect the take-home pay of tipped workers, including hundreds of thousands of hotel employees who provide housekeeping, food and beverage, bellhop, and concierge services. The topics of tips and taxes and are politically sensitive. Many of the hotel companies we reached out to didn’t
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This episode of the Skift Travel Podcast featured a discussion with Richard Valtr, founder of cloud-PMS provider Mews, which took place during the Mews Unfold conference in Amsterdam. Valtr talked with Head of Research Seth Borko about the company’s vision and why hospitality undervalues technology. Listen Now ð§ Subscribe Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube | RSS Five Key Points Hotel Tech
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Wyndham launched a tool on Tuesday that enables members of its loyalty program to redeem points to attend live music concerts, major sports events, and other travel experiences. The new effort is called Wyndham Rewards Experiences and over 100 activities were available at launch, including ones from Madison Square Garden, Radio City Music Hall, Minor
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