The Anywhere Traveler Puts New Destinations on the Map

While Manhattan has seen its fair share of new neighborhoods pop up in recent years—Hudson Yards, for example—the borough is also packed full of historic districts that can be traced back to well before the 19th century, with Hell’s Kitchen being a particularly notable case. Located on the eastern banks of the Hudson River, this Jersey-adjacent neighborhood has historically been home to a high concentration of working-class Irish Americans, while a prominent LGBTQ+ community can be found in the modern era—and in addition to its many lifelong residents, the neighborhood is no stranger to luxury hotels, with the Romer Hell's Kitchen serving as the neighborhood’s newest addition.

Angry passengers on a Delta Air Lines flight that diverted to a Portuguese island say they were stuck in an enclosed area of the airport for 12 hours and were told by staff not to start "a revolution."

Good morning from Skift. It’s Friday, September 8. Here’s what you need to know about the business of travel today.

Labor Day is in the rearview mirror but, believe it or not, travel companies have only just finished reporting their second quarter results.

The idea of an airport lounge elicits glamorous images of jet setting and flying first class. The reality is far more mundane: Airport lounges are increasingly common for anyone flying with a credit card, and increasingly crowded, rundown, and, well, not that exclusive.

Queenstown, New Zealand, is known for many things. To start, it’s one of the world’s foremost adventure capitals, famous for both alpine recreation and adrenaline thrills. It’s also an excellent place to relax, from its delicious restaurants and rejuvenating wellness centers to the Central Otago wine region located beyond the downtown core. In a place as naturally blessed as Queenstown, it’s hard to pick a bad accommodation — as long as you have access to windows, you’re bound to fall in love with the lakeside, mountain-ringed town. But many of the Airbnbs in Queenstown go above and beyond, whether located in woodsy surrounds, scenic suburbs, or within walking distance of the main drag. Here are nine of the finest Queenstown Airbnbs.

Renowned across the globe for its stunning architecture and vibrant nightlife, New Orleans serves as one of the most unique travel destinations in all of the Lower 48—and as an added bonus, this storied city offers one of the most dazzling dining scenes in all of the Americas. Muffulettas, pralines, and po' boys are just a few of the iconic dishes with strong ties to The Big Easy, and for those wishing to explore the magic of New Orleans in culinary form, there’s a wealth of both iconic and under-the-radar venues to explore.

Good morning from Skift. It’s Friday, November 11. Here’s what you need to know about the business of travel today.

Good morning from Skift. It’s Tuesday, December 6. Here’s what you need to know about the business of travel today.

Despite recession risks and inflation impacts, the travel industry has in fact plenty of significant upsides.

Verint provides customer service software to roughly 40 airline clients, among those other verticals. The Long Island, New York-based company is still gaining new airline business, but much of it is coming from existing customers. 

Yoga enthusiasts wanting an immersive cultural retreat, football fans looking to meet their sporting heroes or individuals with a penchant for the mixology of gin — these everyday interests and hobbies are shaping “passion-driven” itineraries for travelers looking for more meaningful travel experiences.