Jesse Chase-Lubitz

Jesse Chase-Lubitz is Skift's Travel Experiences Reporter. Jesse has several years of experience covering climate change, environmental issues, and foreign policy. She comes to Skift with a sharp eye for sustainability news and an excitement to follow global travel experiences trends. Originally from the United States, Jesse has lived in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Japan, and now London.

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Experiences

Disney Announces Expansion in Cruises, Gaming and Parks

As Disney's park attendance shows signs of softening, the company is betting on cruises and digital engagement to sustain its growth.

Jesse Chase-Lubitz | 3 months ago

Disney Announces Expansion in Cruises, Gaming and Parks

Tour Operators

Intrepid’s New ‘Impact Officer’ Promises Enhanced Focus on Diversity and Inclusion

The adventure travel company's appointment of Payton Iheme as an impact officer is a bet that responsible tourism will resonate among its customers.

Jesse Chase-Lubitz | 3 months ago

Intrepid’s New ‘Impact Officer’ Promises Enhanced Focus on Diversity and Inclusion

Experiences

South African Travel Company Adapts to New Local Tourism Trends

Curiocity, a South-African company that offers both tours and activities as well as hotel and hostel stays, had to pivot post-pandemic. The switch reveals a new focus on domestic travel and Afro-tourism, driving a shift in its business model.

Jesse Chase-Lubitz | 4 months ago

South African Travel Company Adapts to New Local Tourism Trends

Experiences

ToursByLocals CEO on Brand Transformation and Rising Demand for Authentic Experiences

Following pandemic setbacks, ToursByLocals has completed a long-awaited rebrand meant to signal growth.

Jesse Chase-Lubitz | 4 months ago

Tour Operators

Inside Intrepid Travel’s Marketing Playbook for Tours

Since the end of Covid, Intrepid has been transforming its marketing strategy by focusing on brand, rather than quick hit advertisements.

Jesse Chase-Lubitz | 4 months ago

Inside Intrepid Travel’s Marketing Playbook for Tours

Tour Operators

Apollo Acquires The Travel Corporation in Bet on Group Tours

Apollo Global Management is set to acquire The Travel Corporation's (TTC) portfolio with an expected closure in Q4 2024, pending regulatory approvals.

Jesse Chase-Lubitz | 4 months ago

Apollo Acquires The Travel Corporation in Bet on Group Tours

Experiences

Viator Launches New Campaign: ‘Regret Less. Do More.’

Viator's "Regret Less. Do More." campaign uses data-driven insights and highlights travel planning pitfalls.

Jesse Chase-Lubitz | 4 months ago

Viator Launches New Campaign: ‘Regret Less. Do More.’

Experiences

TUI to Offer Allianz Travel Insurance for UK Bookings

TUI's travel insurance tie-up with Allianz Partners UK suggests two things. The tour operator is betting that vacationers prefer one-stop shopping for trips and coverage. For Allianz, it's a volume play in a crowded market.

Jesse Chase-Lubitz | 4 months ago

TUI to Offer Allianz Travel Insurance for UK Bookings

Online Travel

Will Hotel Guests Really Book Viator Experiences With Amazon Alexa?

Industry response to a recent Skift story centered on this question: Would people actually use voice search to book travel experiences? The answers were revealing about the sector's broader opportunities and challenges.

Jesse Chase-Lubitz | 4 months ago

Will Hotel Guests Really Book Viator Experiences With Amazon Alexa?

Experiences

Trip.com Boosts Travel Experiences with Prioticket Deal

Trip.com recently expanded attractions as a bookable category for travelers worldwide. Its partnership with Prioticket highlights the increasing trend of B2B partnerships in the experiences category.

Jesse Chase-Lubitz | 5 months ago

Trip.com Boosts Travel Experiences with Prioticket Deal