Articles tagged “premium economy”

Podcasts

Premium Has a Moment While Airlines Quiet Quit China – Skift Travel Podcast

Airlines are increasingly placing a heavy emphasis on premium products, and we discuss why in this episode of the Skift Travel Podcast — as well as why some carriers are quietly withdrawing from China.

Rashaad Jorden | 3 weeks ago

Premium Has a Moment While Airlines Quiet Quit China – Skift Travel Podcast

Airlines

Is Cathay Pacific’s New Aria Suite Worth the Wait?

The Aria Suite is arguably the year’s most anticipated new business class product. Those hoping for pushing-the-envelope innovation may be disappointed, but this solid product hits all the right notes.

Gordon Smith | 4 weeks ago

Is Cathay Pacific’s New Aria Suite Worth the Wait?

Airlines

Why Doesn’t Turkish Airlines Have Premium Economy? We Ask the Chairman

Speaking to Skift, Turkish Airlines chairman Ahmet Bolat explains why he is comfortable defying the direction of travel at most other long-haul airlines.

Gordon Smith | 4 months ago

Why Doesn’t Turkish Airlines Have Premium Economy? We Ask the Chairman

Online Travel

Skyscanner’s Outlook on India: Strong Economic Trends, Significant Supply 

Skyscanner is growing its presence in India, adding more partners to increase the supply side. Its strategy - investing in supply side first, then focusing on growing the customer base.

Bulbul Dhawan | 5 months ago

Skyscanner’s Outlook on India: Strong Economic Trends, Significant Supply 

Airlines

Emirates Sees Rise in Unsold Premium Seats, But the Post-Pandemic Party Isn’t Over Yet

With premium cabins typically delivering much higher profit margins than economy seats, good occupancy is a key performance metric for many airlines.

Gordon Smith | 6 months ago

Emirates Sees Rise in Unsold Premium Seats, But the Post-Pandemic Party Isn’t Over Yet

Airlines

American Airlines Revamps Passenger Experience Amid Premium Travel Boom

From rethinking menus to opting for more comfortable and sustainable bedding, American is hoping to win over more premium travelers with more premium products.

Meghna Maharishi and Elizabeth Casolo, Skift | 7 months ago

Airlines

India’s Newest Airline Takes Off – India Report

Regional air connectivity is a major focus for the India government. Amid this, the commencement of operations by Fly91 highlights the vibrant aviation landscape in the country.

Bulbul Dhawan | 8 months ago

India’s Newest Airline Takes Off – India Report

Airlines

Indigo and Air India See More Domestic Flights This Winter: India Report

As Go First’s operations remain suspended and financially-troubled SpiceJet’s schedule shrinks, Indigo and Air India will shoulder the bulk of responsibilities in the Indian aviation industry.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 1 year ago

Indigo and Air India See More Domestic Flights This Winter: India Report

Hotels

Wyndham Vs. Choice: Charting the Midscale Hotel Rivalry – New Skift Research

Wyndham and Choice are known for their franchise-based portfolios in the U.S. midscale and economy sectors. As other major brands explore expansion into this area, we offer an analysis of the current frontrunners with 20 key charts.

Pranavi Agarwal | 1 year ago

Wyndham Vs. Choice: Charting the Midscale Hotel Rivalry – New Skift Research

Hotels

Hotels in India Rush to Capture ‘Premium’ Demand

Prices are rising and the shift in traveler preferences runs counter to the perception of India as a budget market.

Amrita Ghosh | 1 year ago

Hotels in India Rush to Capture ‘Premium’ Demand