Delta doubles down on premium cabins with a billion-dollar investment, tax refunds fall short of boosting travel as expected, and a luxury hotel pioneer returns with a new membership-driven model.

On today’s Skift Daily Briefing, Sarah Dandashy breaks down why airlines are building around high-paying travelers, what softer tax refunds mean for travel demand, and how luxury hospitality is shifting toward exclusivity and community.

This episode is presented by Lodgify!

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