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December 5, 2017

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Note From the Editor

Earlier this year, we interviewed some of travel's top leaders on stage at Skift Global Forum to talk about the big issues of the day. We also got to spend some extra time with them backstage in our Skift Take Studio, where they weighed in on the big trends of 2018 and whatever else was on their minds. The first of our stories featuring those interviews is out today; the rest will follow in the coming weeks.

In addition to the new Skift Take Studio series, we also have our first Gateway contribution from Australia, examining the potential impact of new direct flights between Australia and Europe that kick off in a few months. The world grows ever more connected. We will keep telling the story of the ways travel makes that possible.

— Hannah Sampson, News Editor

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Top Stories

Launching Skift Take Studio Series 2017

Discover what travel's top innovators have to say about the industry in short, exclusive interviews from this year's Skift Global Forum.

Australia's New Long-Haul Service to Europe Could Be Just the Beginning

A new direct route will change traveler habits on Australia's west coast and may deliver more market share to Qantas. But, more importantly, it looks set to herald more ultra-long-distance connections between Australia and Europe.

Jumeirah Hotels Is Launching a New Lifestyle Brand in Early 2018

Brand proliferation continues, but we wonder: Will there be a point where there are simply just too many hotel brands out there? Or have we already reached it?

Travel Buyers Spend Less on Five-Star Hotels and More on Sharing Economy

As more affordable sharing economy, serviced apartment, and mid-scale hotel options have become popular with business travelers, high-end hotels have taken a hit.

Marriott CEO Sees the Line Between Leisure and Business Travel Blurring

Marriott recognizes that business travelers want more than just fast Wi-Fi, convenient locations, and flexible cancellation policies. CEO Arne Sorenson is right to be considering the kind of emotional experience the hotel company is delivering to road warriors.

Air Canada Adds Free Wi-Fi for Elite Travelers — Business of Loyalty

Elite frequent flyers have been pining over free Wi-Fi for some time and Air Canada finally delivered. But the free connectivity will come at a cost to other benefits.

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Vegan Restaurants Move From the Fringe to the Spotlight

Consumers' demand for organic, locally sourced dining is giving rise to restaurants that specialize in a particular food philosophy, showing others what it's like when your operations match your marketing.

Secret Ingredient: Buffalo Wild Wings' Faster, Smaller and Cheaper Brand

Amid its year of change, Buffalo Wild Wings has maintained strong branding built on wings, sauce, and sports. Concepts may evolve, but this brand's ethos runs deep.

Google Hotels Revamps Mobile Features as Its Ambitions Expand

American Airlines Cracks Down on Smart Luggage With Built-In Batteries

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