Spirit shuts down and its assets spark a scramble, World Cup hotel bookings fall short of expectations, and new data shows loyalty programs aren’t delivering real loyalty.

On today’s Skift Daily Briefing, Sarah Dandashy breaks down what Spirit’s collapse signals for budget airlines, why World Cup demand isn’t matching the hype, and what 7,000 travelers reveal about the future of loyalty in travel.

This episode is presented by Lodgify!

Articles Referenced:
Honorable Mention: @AskAConcierge on IG
Spirit Airlines Shuts Down
Fire Sale: What Assets Does Spirit Have and Who Could Buy Them?
80% of Hotels Say World Cup Bookings Are Missing Forecasts
What 7,000 Travelers Reveal About Loyalty, Pricing, and Where Demand Is Really Heading

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