Travel News Why Some Hotel Owners Are Dropping Big Brands Like Marriott and Hilton
As franchise agreements expire, a growing number of hotel owners are choosing independence over the big-name flags, citing rising fees and shrinking returns.
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Travel News As franchise agreements expire, a growing number of hotel owners are choosing independence over the big-name flags, citing rising fees and shrinking returns.
Travel News RDB Hospitality Group introduces a new host agency platform providing independent travel advisors with business support, training, and operational tools.
Flights & Airlines Airlines are trimming capacity ahead of the July 4 weekend despite strong demand, betting they can keep fares elevated even as travelers pack terminals.
Travel News The long-standing D.C. property enters Hilton's boutique brand with upgraded design and enhanced guest benefits while keeping its residential-style layout.
Travel News Julie Coker leaves New York City Tourism + Conventions after less than two years to lead Visit California as the state prepares for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games.
Travel News Ten weeks of data show strong demand from business and leisure travelers, signaling a broader recovery beyond the World Cup boost.
Travel News Apple is expanding Wallet beyond payment cards and hotel keys, turning it into a dynamic trip dashboard with Disney as the first partner.
Travel News Marriott is entering the branded apartment rental market, with W Hotels debuting residential rental units in Cleveland in 2027 as part of its luxury expansion.
Travel News The 2026 World Cup is driving up hotel revenue per available room across host cities, though occupancy numbers are falling short of pre-tournament projections.
Guides A comprehensive guide for Indian passport holders covering US visa types, document requirements, fees, appointment booking, and the complete application process.
Travel News Fifty-one owners representing nearly 1,000 Marriott properties are demanding a larger cut of the company's co-branded credit card income.
Travel News The fitness-focused luxury brand is scaling from one Manhattan flagship to a global portfolio, hard-coding sleep as its core differentiator.
Travel News A Seward greenhouse becomes the first recipient of Royal Caribbean Group's Port Partners award, earning funding and mentorship to strengthen local food systems in Alaska.
Travel News American hotel demand is climbing heading into summer, with bookings, room nights, and daily rates all up year-on-year, and September showing particularly strong momentum.
Travel News Highgate's acquisition of the New York Palace showcases how steady third-party management fees fund the risky business of buying and flipping distressed hotels.
Travel News American cities hosting the 2026 World Cup are spending millions on marketing videos to counter growing reluctance among international visitors to book U.S. travel.
Flights & Airlines Political tensions have driven Canadians away from U.S. travel, yet Canadian carriers report healthy margins on American routes.
Travel News Hotel operators across North America are waiting to see if soccer fans will drive a wave of spontaneous bookings as the 2026 World Cup kicks off.
Travel News This year's Skift Global Forum promises travel executives practical decisions they can implement, moving beyond traditional conference talk.
Flights & Airlines One executive connects Airbnb's board, a $10.75 billion loyalty startup, Amex GBT's take-private, and more—yet most travelers have never heard his name.
Experiences Taylor Swift's Eras Tour concert film hits Indian theatres on November 3 — and the global box-office numbers it's carrying are record-breaking.
Travel News The US Embassy in Delhi opens 2.5 lakh visa interview slots — but a technical glitch quietly locks Indian applicants out of 2023 appointments.