Travel Megatrends 2018 + Best Hotel in the World? + Coalition Wants to Reason With Trump

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January 17, 2018 View in browser

Note From the Editor Hot off the press — and yes, there are digital and print editions of this magazine — today we're launching the "Megatrends Defining Travel in 2018." Download, ponder and enjoy. It is the culmination of months of reporting, analysis and peering into our crystal ball about the forces that will shape travel in 2018.. One of the Megatrends highlights the dangers of rising neo-nationalism around the world, including very ugly messaging that the White House broadcasts every day. Separately, Tourism Reporter Dan Peltier writes about a new U.S. Travel Association-led coalition that is trying to convince the Trump Administration to reverse course and begin promulgating a more welcoming message for international visitors. While the association gets credit for enlisting new partners in the effort, the organization's accommodating and Washington-insidery style will likely bear little fruit. It's long past time to try to reason with the wayward Trump Administration. Hey, folks, that cruise ship has sailed. — Dennis Schaal, Executive Editor Why Travel Agents Should Rethink the Sharing Economy in Luxury Hospitality Sponsored by Luxury Retreats The sharing economy has typically been connected with budget or mid-range travelers looking for a deal along with a unique experience. But in recent years, luxury services have moved into the space, offering new opportunities for travel agents working with the most discerning travelers. Read More Top Stories The Megatrends Defining Travel in 2018 From brands as experience platforms to strategic mergers, diversity messaging and beyond: These are the Megatrends in travel we're watching closely in 2018. U.S. Travel Coalition Enlists Restaurants and Retailers to Reverse Trump's Isolationist Stance If the travel industry's lobbying and trade associations have any more tricks up their sleeves, they'll need them if they will have any chance of reversing what is essentially the Trump Administration's anti-visitor stance. Frontier Airlines Will Codeshare With Mexico's Volaris in a Unique Arrangement Passengers should cheer news that Volaris and Frontier will codeshare, as it should help Americans visit many more Mexican destinations at cheap prices. But will Volaris and Frontier cooperate enough to make the process seamless for passengers? We'll soon find out. Interview: Nihi Hotels CEO on Creating a Cult Property That's Distinctly Luxurious It takes old-school hospitality expertise and new-school marketing hustle to create a cult property from scratch. Nihi Sumba Island seems to be the culmination of both, plus it has the right capital and vision. JFK Airport Is Getting an American Express Centurion Lounge Insiders often say airport real estate is some of the most expensive in the world. This is likely a massive investment for American Express, but the company has probably calculated it's worth it. People love airport lounges, and American Express knows it needs to keep its customers happy. The Rise of Luxury Outposts on Mainstream Cruise Ships Will a traveler who only expects the finest ever decide to board a mass-market cruise ship? Well, the marketplace has spoken and it says, "Maybe, but only under certain conditions." Luxury Is Evolving But Consistent Themes Connect Old and New This evolution of luxury will require brands to adapt products and experiences consistent with consumers' new definitions of quality, comfort and elegance. Popular Now TripAdvisor Is Fighting to Keep Its Lead in Attractions: The Inside Story The attractions booking sector is TripAdvisor's to lose, especially given its recent success. But unless it pushes faster on mobile innovation, rivals like GetYourGuide and Klook might overtake the company. Airbnb Follows HomeAway's Lead By Not Requiring Full Payments in Advance As the professionalization of homesharing progresses, adding a payments feature such as this makes a lot of sense. Yotel Expands Into Branded Residences With an Extended Stay Element We have our reservations (pun intended), but if the popularity of pod-like hotels is any indication, perhaps this might just work for YotelPad and its experiment in reviving the condo hotel concept. 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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