I went on a romantic getaway with a guy I'd just started dating. I realized he wasn't into me in the middle of the trip.

You know that feeling when you’re stuck on a chairlift or heading down a mountain, and you want to check in with other members of your group who might be skiing elsewhere? Perhaps, like me, you put your seven-year-old in ski school, while your older child is barreling down a double black diamond with a barely-out-of-college, adrenaline-fueled ski instructor. Or maybe half your crew took the harder run, while you chose to cruise a cat track halfway across the mountain. How will you ever find them again?

On our latest episode exploring Skift’s Megatrends for 2024, Skift Editor-in-Chief Sarah Kopit is joined by Asia Editor Peden Doma Bhutia and Middle East reporter Josh Corder to talk about this year’s travel Megatrends centered on India and the Middle East.

Indian nationals now receive a pre-approved visa on arrival when landing in Dubai, provided they fly in with Emirates. Emirates is the city’s national carrier and one of the world’s largest airlines, and currently serves nine destinations in India with 167 weekly flights.

Flying with kids can be a stressful experience. But some airlines make the process easier by welcoming families with special comforts and conveniences. While it’s not always a given in the United States, most international airlines still offer early boarding for families with small children. Globally, on long-haul flights, most full-service airlines (versus a low-cost or charter airline) offer bassinets for infants, kids’ meals, and a kid-friendly category on the in-flight entertainment screen—at a minimum. For families looking for the smoothest in-flight experience, we’ve rounded up the airlines that offer the best services and amenities for people traveling with kids.

It’s the end of an era for an iconic Las Vegas hotel.  The Tropicana Las Vegas, which originally opened in 1957, will close its doors for good on April 2. The 9-acre property will be demolished and turned into a 30,000 seat MLB stadium for the Athletics baseball team, according to the Tropicana’s website.  For guests who have booked a reservation after the closing date, the hotel advises that all future reservations will be canceled and will return all deposits. The hotel hasset up a website with contact information for guests who encounter difficulties with the process. 

Skift’s Megatrends for 2024 were released at the beginning of the year, our 12th annual reporting on the trends defining the travel industry.

With glamorous overwater bungalows, five-star resorts, and a decadeslong reputation for indulgence and luxury, the Maldives are known as a vacation destination for the rich and famous.

The first measurable snowfall in New York City in nearly two years. Voters braving wind chills of minus-35 degrees at the Iowa caucuses. Texas, the Deep South and parts of the Southeast plunging into uncharacteristic below-freezing temperatures.

Nestled in California's wine country, The Lodge at Sonoma offers a winter hideaway in one of this season’s top 2024 destinations. Whether you’re still ringing in a brand new year or looking for a Valentine’s Day surprise, this Autograph Collection Resort balances community and convenience with the chance to disconnect. The lodge is minutes from Sonoma Plaza, which is home to historic buildings, restaurants, and much, much more. With easy access to the best of Sonoma and plenty of opportunities to recharge on the lodge grounds, you can’t go wrong with a winter visit to this wine country favorite.

A couple who stayed at a hotel in Guangdong, China, is demanding a refund worth 10 times the cost of their room after a cleaner walked in on them while they were naked.

It just got a little more expensive to stay at many popular casino hotels. MGM Resorts, the parent company of some of the largest casinos and hotels in Las Vegas, recently increased resort fees at many of their properties, with some topping out at $50. The fees, which are added after a reservation is made, drive up the total cost of a reservation. The increase will vary between $2 and $6 per night, depending on the property, MGM Resorts shared with Travel + Leisure.  Specifically, at the MGM Grand Las Vegas the resort fee, now $45, provides services such as unlimited local and domestic phone calls, airline boarding pass printing, digital newspaper, fitness center access and in-room Wi-Fi. The fee also provides complimentary access to Paramount+ with SHOWTIME On Demand, with the in-room television.  Here are the current resort fees at MGM Resorts: ARIA Resort & Casino — $50.00 Bellagio Hotel & Casino — $50.00 Delano Las Vegas — $45.00 Excalibur Hotel & Casino — $37.00 Luxor Hotel & Casino — $37.00 Mandalay Bay — $45.00 MGM Grand Las Vegas — $45.00 New York-New York Hotel & Casino — $42.00 NoMad Las Vegas — $42.00 Park MGM — $42.00 Vdara Hotel & Spa at ARIA Las Vegas — $50.00

Happy Thursday, folks! Hope you’re having a great week so far. Has it been as busy for you as it’s been for us? Today our lead item comes all the way from the Middle East. Asia Editor Peden Doma Bhutia brings funding news, linking the UAE and San Francisco. Also on the agenda today is Airbnb’s new housing council – Executive Editor Dennis Schaal has the deets.