Travel demand stalled in February as uncertainty reshapes decisions, countries add new guidance for visiting the U.S., and Meta’s AI signals a bigger shift in how trips get chosen.

On today’s Skift Daily Briefing, Sarah Dandashy breaks down why travel is becoming a confidence-driven decision again, what international travelers need to know before coming to the U.S., and how AI is moving the battleground for travel from booking to inspiration.

This episode is presented by Lodgify!

Articles Referenced: Honorable Mention: @AskAConcierge on IG
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Travel Demand Just Hit a Pause