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Tour Operators

Get the latest tour operator news with Skift’s authoritative coverage. Critical updates and analysis from the world of tours and activities—essential for professionals to stay ahead in a competitive market.

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From consumer behavior changes to technological advancements transforming tour operations, Skift keeps you updated on all travel industry shifts.

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Experiences

Intrepid to Open Eco-Lodges and Slash Flights, CEO Says

Intrepid, known for its small group adventures, is inching into providing accommodations with a new investment. It's also working to reduce its carbon footprint by slashing flights.

Jesse Chase-Lubitz | 5 months ago

Experiences

Contiki’s Gen Z Playbook for Tours: Small Groups and Fresh Destinations

Contiki's CEO, Adam Armstrong, is working to boost the company's technological offerings as the company spreads further into Africa, Latin America, and Asia.

Jesse Chase-Lubitz | 5 months ago

Tour Operators

Big Bus Tours Acquires Tour Dubai, Adding Safaris and Cruises to Portfolio

Dubai is the third city to have a tour operator snapped up by Big Bus, after San Francisco and Singapore.

Josh Corder | 6 months ago

Experiences

Scandinavia’s Tour Bookings Surge Amid Rising Global Temperatures

Online travel agencies report spikes in bookings for activities in Norway, Denmark, and Sweden. Some places see a near doubling over last year. Are travelers seeking cooler climes as extreme heat increasingly plagues southern Europe?

Jesse Chase-Lubitz | 6 months ago

Experiences

Airbnb Ups Its Experience Delistings Amid Strategy Revamp

Airbnb appeared to have begun a wave of delistings for its travel experiences offerings, upsetting some operators. However, Airbnb has made it clear that it remains committed to the experiences business, with plans to boost customer awareness of the category.

Jesse Chase-Lubitz | 6 months ago

Experiences

TUI Integrates Conservation Efforts Into Tours and Experiences

A new program is incorporating tours and experiences from TUI Musement into the Foundation's charity efforts.

Jesse Chase-Lubitz | 6 months ago

Airlines

EasyJet CEO Johan Lundgren to Step Down as ‘Orderly Succession’ Begins

After seven years overseeing one of Europe’s biggest budget carriers, Lundgren is leaving the business in good shape.

Gordon Smith | 6 months ago

Tour Operators

TUI Faces ‘Significant’ Costs Due to Boeing Delays

TUI is grappling with operational challenges due to ongoing delays in Boeing aircraft deliveries. But the European tourism giant still produced record revenue for its hotels, resorts, and cruises.

Jesse Chase-Lubitz | 6 months ago

Experiences

Dubai Gains Ground In The Tours And Activities Market

Dubai is skyrocketing in popularity as a destination for tours and activities and operators are quickly hopping on the trend.

Jesse Chase-Lubitz | 6 months ago

Experiences

Dubai’s Extreme Weather: Travel Firms Face Higher Costs

Dubai's floods seemed freakish. But the climate emergency could make weather more volatile in other places, too. Expect rising costs for insurance, disaster preparedness, and recovery.

Jesse Chase-Lubitz | 6 months ago