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Skift Global Forum Preview: Accor CEO on Why Data is Essential, but Instinct Matters Most

Accor CEO Sébastien Bazin shares what drives his decisions at scale for one of the world's largest hotel groups. He calls data essential, but says it should feed instinct rather than overrule it, a claim worth testing at Skift Global Forum.

Andrew Garfield, Nick Robinson and other celebs face flight scare en route to New York

Middle East’s Recovery Stalled Again: Skift Travel Health Index

The Middle East’s recovery remains vulnerable. Renewed travel warnings make a rapid rebound less likely, leaving accommodation providers focused on both rebuilding demand and recovering pricing power.

Sydney Airport flights disrupted due to air traffic controller shortage

Ongoing shortages of air traffic controllers have resulted in significant delays and cancellations at Sydney Airport. To tackle these staffing challenges, Airservices Australia has implemented strategies to manage the current aviation demand safely. As investigations into recent near-missteps are underway, senior officials are set to testify before a Senate committee focused on enhancing reliability in the aviation sector.

See the Confirmed Speakers for Skift Creator Summit 2026

Creator-led demand moves across every seat in travel and sits fully inside none of them. The confirmed Creator Summit roster puts the operators who each own a piece of that path in one closed room on September 22.

Are We Selling the Incredible India Story Strongly Enough?

Carplomacy 4.0: PM Modi, Putin Travel In 'Fortress On Wheels' In Delhi

Thailand mandates TDAC, six-month passport validity and proof of funds for Indian travellers

Thailand tightens India visa-free entry rules from 15 September

The Residency Signature Madurai: How a new luxury hotel Is betting on a changing city

With 191 rooms and nearly 80,000 sq ft of event space, The Residency Signature is betting big on Madurai and the fast-growing districts around it — from Sivakasi and Theni to Dindigul and Tuticorin. As the city prepares to welcome 10 lakh visitors for the Meenakshi temple’s 2026 kumbabhishekam, we get a first look at the property

'Indian hospitality on another level’: BRICS tourism South Africa head lauds India's hosting, calls for stronger women-led business ties

Andhra operators to get free IATO membership; move aimed at boosting ties with state tourism industry, boost sector