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Capital One cardholders, listen up: Major changes have been announced for both the Capital One Walmart Rewards® Mastercard® and the Capital One Savor Cash Rewards Credit Card.

Jul 26, 2024 • 8 min read

Megaship fans are about to have a major new option for an Alaska cruise.

It’s no secret that the people of London love to queue—for non-UK folks, that means waiting in line. We are known for our obsession with order; a compulsive need to systemize everything into neat and tidy sections. So when throngs of travelers flock to the capital, some (read: many) Londoners can begin to malfunction as things get disorderly. You’ll notice an involuntary eye twitch if you stand on the wrong side of the escalator, a reflexive eye roll if you pose for a photo in a phone box, or even an audible gasp if you step into the road while looking the wrong way for oncoming traffic.

Jul 19, 2024 • 6 min read

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Jul 18, 2024 • 6 min read

Just a few days after announcing a major route map expansion, Alaska Airlines is back with another network update. This time, however, it's all cuts.

Jul 16, 2024 • 8 min read

The vacation rentals market represents a relatively small segment of India’s hospitality industry. However, despite its small size, the short-term rental market has significant potential. Catch Asia Editor Peden Doma Bhutia in conversation with Skift Research’s Varsha Arora as they discuss what’s driving the growth of this sector in India, in the latest episode of the Skift India Travel Podcast, presented by Amadeus.

ACI World’s latest report confirms 2023’s top 20 busiest airports, with global passenger traffic nearing 8.7 billion, driven by strong international demand and China’s market reopening.

IHG Hotels & Resorts announces expansion in Spain with four new properties, adding over 500 rooms, reflecting strong growth and market confidence.

The global adventure tourism market, valued at $324.9 billion in 2022, is projected to reach $2 trillion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 19.5%. Factors such as increased income, affordable travel, and advanced technology fuel this growth.

Viva Resorts by Wyndham launches the Viva Pro Rewards Program, offering travel agents instant, flexible rewards for bookings at their all-inclusive resorts, with options to redeem points for cash, Amazon gift cards, or stays at increased value.

Travel Nevada welcomes Elsa Gomez as Global Market Manager and Yessenia Vega as Market Development Coordinator, enhancing their Industry Development team to boost international tourism efforts.

HSMAI’s 2024 Adrian Awards invite entries for travel marketing campaigns under the theme “Wish You Were Here,” recognizing top industry creativity and success.

Erik Grazetti appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at The St. Regis Chicago, leading sales efforts at the luxury hotel.

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.

Portugal’s hotel market is increasingly focusing on luxury, driven by supportive government policies and rising foreign investment, with significant growth in room supply anticipated.

For many reasons, you might be in the market for a new credit card. Perhaps you want the opportunity to earn a new welcome bonus or valuable rewards from your everyday purchases. And some people seek a new credit card to achieve a "good" credit score.

Jul 13, 2024 • 4 min read