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As someone who has lived and breathed the experience of navigating a world not always designed for me, the thought of space travel has always felt like a dream—a place where wheelchairs and paralysis would feel obsolete. But never in my wildest dreams did I think I would be able to experience it firsthand.

Collette is ushering in a new era of business partnership with the launch of its groundbreaking Encompass Campaign.

WHY IT RATES: The new, innovative Brownell Catalyst program is a sister to the Brownell Mentoring and Hosting programs and is designed to help existing travel advisors expand their luxury travel businesses.—Patrick Clarke, TravelPulse Senior Editor

Southwest Airlines on Tuesday announced an overhaul of its board of directors, including the planned departure of its executive chairman, Gary Kelly, after a meeting with a hedge fund that has called for sweeping changes at the company.

Aug 20, 2024 • 0 min read

Travelers may be flying in a new, futuristic looking aircraft within the next decade. Alaska Airlines recently announced a new investment in aircraft company JetZero, which is in the process of designing and manufacturing super-wide aircraft that utilize less fuel and look straight out of a science fiction novel. The design of the new plane is known as a «blended wing body» (BWB), which is wider than most aircraft and could create a brand new cabin experience for passengers to leisurely spread out.  “JetZero's BWB aircraft stands out with its innovative design that integrates the wings and fuselage into a single smooth shape, greatly reducing aerodynamic drag,” according to the release. The new aircraft design drops fuel consumption by 50%, and also significantly reduces operating costs.

If it feels like more of your friends, family members and fellow travelers suddenly have access to TSA PreCheck, you're not imagining things.

It’s an exciting day at Skift HQ, as we reveal the hotly anticipated finalists for the 2024 Skift IDEA Awards.

Jul 22, 2024 • 6 min read

SITA will bolster Heathrow Airport’s expansive IT infrastructure, as both continue a trusting collaboration in their longest contract extension to date.

The Global Destination Sustainability Movement opens applications for the 2024 GDS-Awards, recognizing innovative sustainability projects in tourism at their annual event.

Zartico appoints Regine Lawton as CTO and expands Nicole Brownell’s role to CXO and CPO, reinforcing its commitment to technological advancement and diversity in leadership.

Hurtigruten Expeditions appoints Alex McNeil as Chief Expedition Officer, enhancing their adventure travel and sustainability focus, with new itineraries to Greenland and the Norwegian Arctic.

ADCB’s new Traveller Credit Card offers comprehensive travel benefits and cashback, including no FX fees, unlimited lounge access, and substantial savings on global travel expenses.

From October 23 to 25, TIS – Tourism Innovation Summit will present cases of application of new technologies in tourism businesses and destinations

Avantio, a leader in short-term rental property management software, appoints Mohit Jagawat as Head of Innovation and Sandra Álvarez Mollá as Head of Customer Care, enhancing its technology and customer-focused services for growth.

The WTTC and USMF signed an MOU to boost North America’s tourism sector, expected to grow to $2.9 trillion GDP by 2024, enhancing cooperation and innovation across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.

Wyndham Connect is designed to help owners increase revenue and curate personalized experiences for guests; now available in North America.

Eliran Almog appointed as CEO of Cyviation, succeeding Avi Tenenbaum, brings expertise in high-tech and regulation-heavy industries to drive growth and innovation.

Climate action is no longer a niche concern; it’s a strategic imperative for travel companies of all sizes. The travel industry, with its global reach and influence, has a unique responsibility and opportunity to lead by example. That’s why partnering with Tomorrow’s Air, Innovation Norway, and the Adventure Travel Trade Association feels like a natural extension of our mission at Skift — to decipher and define global travel trends while fostering a more sustainable and innovative industry.