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What’s Next for Accor if Ennismore IPOs and Orient Express Is Sold? "Accor may be in the midst of a strategic shakeup, again: The latest sign is that it is considering an IPO in the U.S. for its joint venture Ennismore, which is looking at bankers" https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.phubs.li/Q03C2DHt0

Global Airlines Say U.S. Immigration Policy Is Hitting Demand "Multiple international carriers are reporting that there has been a dip in bookings for flights to and from the U.S. partly due to the Trump administration’s immigration policies. " https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.phubs.li/Q03B_77h0

Grocery Store Tourism Is One of Travel’s Most Overlooked Cultural Experiences "A bag of shrimp chips, a perfectly wrapped onigiri, a tin of Portuguese sardines. They’re just snacks, but for many travelers, these small purchases are becoming cultural souvenirs in their own right." https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.phubs.li/Q03B_5kr0

Oberoi Bets on Asset-Light Model With 25 New Hotels in the Pipeline "Indian luxury hotel chain The Oberoi Group plans to add 25 new hotels to its portfolio by 2030, the company’s Chief Financial Officer Vineet Kapur said during an earnings call Friday. " https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.phubs.li/Q03B_3FM0

The Rise of Last-Minute Bookings "Cautious consumer sentiment is leading travelers to delay bookings, and that’s usually a scary sign. But overall travel activity is holding up: The latest Skift Travel Health Index shows global travel rose 3% year-over-year in the first half of 2025." https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.phubs.ly/Q03BYXmy0

Anonymous traffic is one of the biggest missed opportunities in travel marketing. In this Industry Insights interview, Ronen Kadosh of Wunderkind shares why identity resolution is becoming essential — and how brands can use AI and first-party data to build persistent profiles, scale personalization, and increase direct bookings. Key insights include: How to retarget more site abandoners Ways to shift revenue away from OTAs Why identity resolution is key to long-term loyalty This isn’t just about better targeting. It’s about building real-time connections with travelers before, during, and after they book. Read the full Q&A here: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.phubs.li/Q03BXl640 Sponsored by Wunderkind

Skift proudly presents the inaugural Transatlantic Summit, a high-impact, half-day event spotlighting one of the most dynamic and influential travel corridors in the world: Europe and North America. In collaboration with the European Travel Commission and hosted by Mastercard, this exclusive gathering will bring together 100 senior leaders from airlines, DMOs, OTAs, tour operators, and travel tech platforms. The goal: to dissect the evolving forces shaping transatlantic travel—from geopolitical shifts and sustainability imperatives to digital innovation and connectivity strategies. Expect insightful discussions, candid interviews, and pragmatic sessions that not only address the challenges but illuminate the opportunities for growth and innovation across the Atlantic. This event is by approved application only. Apply here: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/ekSYSgT6. Industry Sponsors: Trip.com and Hilton

We’re excited to welcome Eric Resnick, CEO and Co-Founder of KSL Capital Partners to the stage at Skift Global Forum. With decades of experience across hospitality, private equity, and strategy, Eric has helped shape some of the most iconic brands in travel. From his early days at Vail Resorts to leading one of the industry's most respected investment firms, he brings a sharp perspective on where travel is headed — and how to build for long-term growth. Don’t miss this conversation with one of the industry's most influential leaders. Reserve your seat to see Eric and many others: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.phubs.li/Q03BN-z50

Expedia's good quarter, explained: - The company’s new guidance for 2025 is 3%-5% growth in gross bookings and revenue, up from 2%-4%. - Expedia is looking for EBITDA margin expansion for the full year of 100 basis points, an increase from the previous 75 to 100 basis points. - Its share price popped more than 15% in after-hours trading. https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.phubs.li/Q03BVb1P0

🎧Skift Daily Briefing: To end the week we look at Hyatt's renewed focus on asset-light strategies, Expedia's standout earnings, and Europe's long-term heat problems. https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.phubs.li/Q03BV8GC0