Accor Strategy Measures Up + Brexit Fallout + Alaska's Oneworld Tease

The Travel Industry's Daily Agenda-Setting Newsletter

November 28, 2018

Editor's Note I​n all matters related to Brexit these days, clarity still remains as elusive as ever. But this past weekend, the UK and the European Union did finally agree on a Brexit deal, seen by many as an important first step to some certainty. The next hurdle will be a vote by the British parliament, which is expected to come in December. In the meantime, our Europe Editor Patrick Whyte is offering you a snapshot on where things stand with Brexit, specifically as it relates to the travel industry. He offers insights on the impact related to visas, digital businesses, and aviation. Give it a read, but know when it comes to Brexit, making plans is perilous business. — Tom Lowry, Managing Editor Executive Q&A: Smart Loyalty Programs Need to Balance Transactional and Emotional Benefits Sponsored by Collinson Companies are focusing on bringing diverse strategies and disparate technologies together to create the perfect points system for their loyalty offerings –– but true differentiation is created by really understanding the customers and through personalized programs. Read More Top Stories Why AccorHotels' Mergers Strategy Is Winning Over Investors: New Skift Research From co-working spaces to restaurant reservations, AccorHotels has demonstrated its willingness to make acquisitions, investments, or strategic partnerships outside of hospitality. It is all in an effort to become an all-in-one experience platform serving consumers no matter what their needs are, and investors seem to like it. What the Latest Brexit Agreement Means for Travel and Tourism The United Kingdom and European Union have finally agreed on a Brexit deal — but the drama isn't over yet. The UK parliament still needs to give its approval and at the moment, that isn't looking likely. Alaska Airlines Hints It May Finally Join the Oneworld Alliance Alaska Airlines is evolving its business as it tries to think more globally. But unlike Canada's WestJet, which went out and acquired Boeing 787s, Alaska is thinking much more prudently. That's probably the right move. Ctrip and Tencent Team Up for IPO to Back Emerging Chinese Travel Brand It appeared several years ago that Ctrip had locked up the Chinese online travel market when it took control of Qunar and Elong, but that ship has sailed. The emergence of Meituan and now Tongcheng-Elong's initial public offering make it clear that many players will scramble for market leadership. Travel Concierge Offers Empowering Experiences for Women of Color When Danielle Washington plans trips for busy black entrepreneurial women, she draws heavily on her own experiences. That means taking an inner journey as well. AccorHotels Wants to Buy Out Its Largest Eastern European Franchisee Why go asset light when you can be asset right, or get into "active asset management" as AccorHotels likes to call it? Rail Tour Operator Rocky Mountaineer Targets Cruisers Through Agent Sales Rocky Mountaineer relies heavily on travel advisors to sell its luxury train experiences through the Canadian Rockies, but there's room for improvement. The rail tour company launched a new agent training program to clear up misconceptions about its mode of travel. Instagram Helps Shape New Honeymoon Experiences Well-heeled newlyweds are hoofing to destinations far beyond the beach for their honeymoons these days. Influenced by Instagram and luxury travel advisors, couples with means are looking for more meaningful, adventure-filled, post-wedding getaways. Travel Advisor Innovation Report: Leading Life-Changing Tours for Women of Color The owner of Rogue Experiences is a good example of the way that travel advisors, for whom travel is often a second career, can draw on past experiences to reinvent themselves in a fulfilling way. Popular Now 6 Ways Celebrity Edge Is Changing the Game for the Cruise Industry Celebrity Cruises wanted its newest ship to be transformational for the brand and for the cruise industry. With reimagined staterooms, technology, and even hot tubs, the cruise line is following through on that goal. Airbnb Hires Amazon Veteran as New Chief Financial Officer The Amazonification of Airbnb continues, as talk of an initial public offering heats up. Skyteam Loses an Alliance Partner in China Delta frequent flyers are about to lose a SkyTeam partner in China, which means fewer miles and codeshare benefits. Those who fly American Airlines and other Oneworld partners, however, may soon gain one. For Gmail users: If you are using the tabbed inbox, Skift emails may be pushed to the 'Promotions' tab. To get updates from Skift direct to your primary inbox, drag and drop this email to that tab. You received this email because you are subscribed to Skift Daily Newsletter from Skift.

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