Revenge travel remained in full force throughout much of the year: But as the year dragged on, cost-conscious consumers began pulling back.
On today's podcast episode, we discuss whether this is the beginning of Amazon's decline, if the Internet is becoming more ad-free, whether shopping pairs well with streaming, where brands will shift their ad dollars during the Super Bowl as they lean away from X (formerly Twitter), ChatGPT creator OpenAI's deal with publishing giant Axel Springer, the most visited tourist attractions in the world, and more. Tune in to the discussion with our analyst Blake Droesch and vice presidents of content Suzy Davidkhanian and Paul Verna.
On today's podcast episode, we discuss the travel rebound and how tech is helping it out, how Black Friday football (with a side of online shopping) performed this year, will X (formerly Twitter) go bankrupt next year, a new way to stream NBA games post-cable, what to expect from ChatGPT next year, why your passport is the color it is, and more. Tune in to the discussion with our forecasting writer Ethan Cramer-Flood, forecasting analyst Zach Goldner, and director of forecasting Oscar Orozco.
Airlines expect record traveler numbers and revenues in 2024: That dovetails with our digital travel sales forecast, which expects 6.0% growth next year.
On today's podcast episode, we discuss whether X (formerly Twitter) can recover from its latest debacle, if folks will start buying cars on Amazon, whether ad-free social networks are inevitable, companies potentially ruining "buy one, get one free" deals, United Airlines weighing using passenger data to target ads on planes, how people feel about tipping in the US, and more. Tune in to the discussion with our vice president of Briefings Stephanie Taglianetti and analysts Ross Benes and Bill Fisher.
Travel industry recovery is complete: Sales, bookers, and ad spending will reach or exceed pre-pandemic levels by end of 2023.
Travel and retail will give a lift to France’s digital ad spending: Both industries will see expenditures rise higher than the country’s overall advertising outlays.
Carnival embraces 'granfluencer' wave: Cruise line teams up with Retirement House and Gronk for a multi-generational TikTok hit.
The travel industry will spend nearly $6.8 billion on digital advertising this year, but it will only account for 2.6% of total US digital ad spending. Among the 10 industries we track, travel is by far the smallest, but it’s set to lead the pack in growth for the third year in a row.
Digital ad spend by the US travel industry will grow by 14.3% this year for a total of $6.79 billion, according to our forecast.
Despite Middle East uncertainties, travel ad spending surges: Hotels and cruises lead, while airlines cut back amid challenges.
Uber launches tourism offering in Turkey as part of travel push: The company is looking to capitalize on the huge numbers of users who already use the app when traveling.
On today's podcast episode, we discuss why the internet might be getting worse, what a new device designed for generative AI (genAI) might look like, whether we're sure about self-checkout, why a new online safety bill matters, what consumers expect from brands on social issues, where the ultra-rich spend their holidays, and more. Tune in to the discussion with our forecasting writer Ethan Cramer-Flood and analysts Bill Fisher and Carina Perkins.
Lower-fare airlines see turbulence ahead: But others, such as Delta and United, expect demand for revenge travel to remain strong.
China’s worsening property crisis weighs on economic recovery: Consumption figures for the country’s Golden Week holiday were lower than expected as consumers remain cautious in the face of slowing growth.
On today's podcast episode, we discuss what Amazon's next big hit is, whether X (formerly Twitter) might become a subscription-only platform, whether SEO is already dead, if most retailers will stop offering free shipping, the shortest commercial flight you can take today, and more. Tune in to the discussion with our director of reports editing Rahul Chadha and analysts Ross Benes and Blake Droesch.
Delta walks back its frequent flyer program changes: The airline endured swift backlash after it made it harder for customers to earn elite status and access airport lounges.
Installing 20,000 EV chargers across 2,000 North American hotels can capitalize on soaring demand for EV charging in the post-pandemic travel boom.
Digital ad spending benefits from post-pandemic travel interest: Despite a rosy outlook, risk remains.
Travel industry's digital ad spending doubles from 2020: Despite a broader slowdown, the sector is set to spend $6.79 billion in 2023, driven by pent-up demand and new advertising strategies.