The Finnish Border Guard will allow passengers on selected Finnair flights to and from the UK to pass through border control at Helsinki Airport using new Digital Travel Credentials (DTC) from 28 August 2023.
25.08.2023 - 13:43 / skift.com / Adam Stacey
As 2023 began, Skift declared it the most creative era in global travel. With the pandemic behind us, the industry continues to thrive, leaving the pent-up demand phase and embracing new traveler habits developed over the last three years, while adapting old ones.
We’re thrilled to introduce our expanded Skift Ideas franchise, the creative umbrella brand from Skift, designed to spotlight the transformative projects, campaigns, designs, and ideas shaping the travel industry. You’re already familiar with the Skift IDEA Awards, the most prestigious innovation awards in global travel, recognized for excellence in innovation, design, experience, sustainability, and automation.
Now, we’re launching our editorial hub, featuring creative campaigns from the world’s top brands and updates on sustainable tourism, to bring you the most avant-garde projects and trends.
Skift Ideas will be your go-to destination for the latest travel industry insights, covering marketing, luxury travel, aviation, DEI, and more.
Beyond the content platform, Skift Ideas will introduce a new podcast series hosted by our CEO, Rafat Ali, and share exciting updates about the awards in the coming weeks.
In the ever-changing travel landscape, creativity and innovation are vital for success. Skift Ideas will be the premier destination for travel industry creatives and enthusiasts seeking to stay ahead of the curve.
The Finnish Border Guard will allow passengers on selected Finnair flights to and from the UK to pass through border control at Helsinki Airport using new Digital Travel Credentials (DTC) from 28 August 2023.
The Royal Scotsman is set to launch the ‘Dior Spa Royal Scotsman’ in collaboration with Dior Beauty starting from April 2023.
Get ready to meet the incredible team of industry experts that will be joining the judging panel. We’re absolutely thrilled to welcome these brilliant minds who will bring their unique perspectives and experiences to assess the submissions for this year’s awards.
As we continue to accept applications for the fifth edition of the Skift IDEA Awards, we are looking forward to recognizing the most forward-thinking brands and businesses in the travel industry, with the boldest and brightest innovators who are shaping the future of travel set to be celebrated.
Red Sea Global (RSG), the developer behind The Red Sea and Amaala in Saudi Arabia, has launched an adventure travel brand for guests aimed at offering unique sporting activities at its destinations.
As we continue to accept applications for the fifth edition of the Skift IDEA Awards – which since its inception in 2019 has celebrated over 60 winners across a range of categories – our mission to recognize and celebrate the most forward-thinking brands and businesses across the travel industry has never been more important.
Air New Zealand has revealed further details around its new Skynest product, which is set to be available on ultra-long haul flights from September 2024, according to the airline.
Hospitality brand onefinestay will bring bespoke theatrical performances to their guests in the US and UK thanks to a new partnership with London-based private theater group, Revels in Hand.
‘Dinner’ by Heston Blumenthal, which recently opened in Dubai at Atlantis The Royal, offers guests a “relaxed” dining experience driven by spectacle and storytelling. As consumer expectations rise, chefs are constantly upping the ante for not just their cuisine, but also the dining experience in order to stand out to guests.
The final deadline for the 2023 Skift IDEA Awards – the most coveted travel industry award – is today June 20 at 11:59 p.m. ET.
Despite the wide-ranging impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on various sectors, the travel industry emerged as one of the hardest hit.
This summer, Palazzo Avino – a 12th century villa turned five star hotel – has partnered with Maison Valentino on a ‘Summer Beach Takeover’.