Hawaiian Airlines Q4 Warning + Tripping's Distressed Sale + Targeting Millennial Travel

The Travel Industry's Daily Agenda-Setting Newsletter

December 6, 2018

Editor's Note News on Wednesday that Selina had received $150 million in funding throws the spotlight on an interesting concept, one that speaks to how millennials want to travel. The evolution we have seen with hostels over the years is about that, but Selina's mix of hostel-like lodging, private hotel rooms, bars, communal kitchens, co-working spaces, and coffee stations portends a new model, especially with multiple locations within countries that encourage travelers to "hop scotch" for experiences. Everyone in travel is trying to unlock the secrets to millennial travel. Selina may worth keeping an eye on in 2019 as it looks to turn the key. — Tom Lowry, Managing Editor New eBook: Keeping Tourism Websites Relevant in 2019 Sponsored by CrowdRiff The traveler journey can often be a fragmented one as travelers turn to a variety of sources to plan their trips. By making a few changes, travel and tourism marketers can ensure that their website is one of the most relevant sources out there. Read More Top Stories Hawaiian Airlines Issues Warning About Fourth Quarter Revenue Hawaiian Airlines has been an investor darling for awhile. It has dominated its home market, and earned hefty profits. But are market dynamics changing? HomeToGo Buys a Near-Death Tripping in Vacation Rental Rollup The acquisition of once-high-flying Tripping.com as a distressed asset was a losing deal for investors. It's not clear what the payoff will be for HomeToGo acquiring a Silicon Valley rival at vacation rental price-comparison. HomeToGo faces daunting expectations now, having raised $150 million. Selina Receives $150 Million for Millennial-Friendly Hospitality Until recently, Selina has been a glorified hostel operator. Its ambition to provide work-life balance to millennials who travel internationally has been more of a work-in-progress than a consistent offering. Yet massive fresh funding this year will help drive Selina to become one 2019's most fascinating experiments in hospitality. Why the Shangri-La and Klook Partnership Isn't as Odd as It Seems Hotel chains and tours and activities are converging again as Shangri-La Hotels & Resorts and Klook strike a partnership. The deal, following Marriott International's stake in PlacePass last year, has its potential pitfalls but the upside could be huge for both parties if they can make it go smoothly. Skift Forum Europe: Latest Program Announcements Skift Forum Europe will offer attendees a unique mix of mind-expanding inspiration, actionable insights and superior networking opportunities that open the mind and connect the world. Join us on April 30th in London as we Define the Future of Responsible Travel. How Southwest Airlines Looks to Grow in Los Angeles It has been a long time since Los Angeles International Airport has seen real gate growth. It's nice to see the airport considering some expansion. Marriott Breach Shows Importance of Digital Security The Starwood hack wasn't the first data breach at a major hotel chain, and it won't be the last. As the meetings and events sector becomes increasingly digitalized, so too does the risk increase when it comes to cybersecurity. Skift Table Highlights Don't miss your chance to subscribe to the daily Skift Table newsletter or, better yet, take advantage of early bird pricing for Skift Restaurants Forum 2019. McDonald's Spent Over $52 Million on TV Advertising in November 2018 Football means food advertising this time of year and the networks that have it get the advertising dollars. Fazoli's Loyalty Play Is Built on Data and Breadsticks It's not just about discounts for diners. A well-executed loyalty program can open up a window into customer behavior and feedback that hasn't previously existed for most restaurants. Applebee's and IHOP Prove Marketing Gimmicks Can Boost Sales We're not saying there is anything wrong with Dollar Jollys or Grinch Pancakes, we're only claiming we don't understand why you can't focus on selling menu items based on taste or quality. Popular Now Luxury Hotelier Jumeirah to Launch Neighborhood-Friendly Brand in 2019 And not only that, but it's also jumping on the luxury soft brand collection bandwagon, too. Why U.S. Travelers Return to the Same Spots: New Skift Research Creating customer loyalty can be a challenge for brands in the travel industry, and this is especially true for destinations. The results of Skift Research's U.S. Repeat Tourist Survey help decode visitors who choose to return to destinations. Brexit's Ripple Effects Worry Scandinavian Airline SAS It's not just UK airlines that are concerned about Brexit. An acrimonious departure could create uncertainty all over Europe. 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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