Category Travel & Leisure

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) reported mixed first-quarter results Thursday, with global room revenue up over 3% but signs of weakening demand in some key markets. U.S. bookings flattened in recent weeks while those in China fell for the second straight…

Sphere Entertainment Co. has said it will soon roll out a new global development plan that focuses on smaller and cheaper venues so it can more easily expand. “We’re definitely talking worldwide about Sphere,” said Chairman and CEO James Dolan…

Demand for travel to the U.S. has weakened, and Expedia Group is feeling it.  Two-thirds of the company’s business comes from the U.S., and inbound travel dropped 7% during the first quarter of the year, executives said on Thursday. Inbound bookings…

The second annual Skift Data + AI Summit on June 4 in New York City will bring together leading voices in travel, technology, data and beyond to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping the industry. Here’s a complete look at…

Wondering where to go for your August vacation? This guide to the best places to visit in August in the USA highlights perfect destinations for the ultimate summer experience across the country. Whether you’re looking for scenic national parks, vibrant…

Choice Hotels dialed back revenue expectations for the year, while highlighting strength in its economy and extended-stay properties. The hotel franchiser on Thursday projected that its revenue per available room (RevPAR) in the U.S. will range between a 1% decline…

Over the years, we’ve walked many of the Wainwrights — the 214 fells in the Lake District, immortalised by Alfred Wainwright’s meticulously hand-drawn guides. Some are towering peaks such as Scafell Pike (England‘s highest mountain) and Helvellyn, while others, like…

Boutique Group, the Saudi hospitality brand focused on converting historic palaces into luxury hotels, plans to open its first property — the Red Palace in Riyadh — in early 2026, with additional openings scheduled through 2030. The kingdom’s crown prince…

Looking for an escape from the lively and bustling city of Barcelona? Experience the beautiful Costa Brava, which stretches from Blanes town to the French border, with an array of beautiful buildings, delicious restaurants and endless beaches. This Spanish region…

Good morning from Skift. It’s Thursday, May 8. Here’s what you need to know about the business of travel today. Google has started placing ads for travel companies within the search results of some generative AI search engines, writes Travel…