Plunkett's Airline, Hotel & Travel Industry Almanac 2019 : The Only Comprehensive Guide to Travel and Hospitality Companies and Trends

PLUNKETT'S AIRLINE, HOTEL & TRAVEL INDUSTRY ALMANAC 2019Key Findings:Plunkett Research analyzes the major trends and technologies in the global Airline, Hotel and Travel sectors. In addition, Plunkett profiles hundreds of the industry's top firms.Key Features:Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligenceMarket forecasts and Industry StatisticsIndustry Associations and Professional Societies ListIn-Depth Profiles of hundreds of leading companiesIndustry GlossaryBuyer may register for free access to search and export data at Plunkett Research OnlineLink to our 5-minute video overview of this industryPages: 477Statistical Tables Provided: 25Companies Profiled: 330Geographic Focus: GlobalA complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms. You will gain vital insights that can help you shape your own strategy for business development, product development and investments.How is the industry evolving?How is the industry being shaped by new technologies?How is demand growing in emerging markets and mature economies?What is the size of the market now and in the future?What are the financial results of the leading companies?What are the names and titles of top executives?What are the top companies and what are their revenues?Contents, Statistics, Forecasts and Analysis Include:Major Trends Affecting the Airline, Hotel & Travel IndustryIntroduction to the Travel IndustryDiscount Airlines Compete with Legacy Airlines, but the Differences Are Beginning to BlurMajor Airlines Change Strategy, Charge Fees and Boost ProfitsSome International Airlines Cut First Class Seats and Add to Business Class/Premium Economy Now Widely AvailablePrivate Jet Sharing and Rentals GrowBoeing and Airbus Have Massive Aircraft Order Backlogs/Major Aircraft Market in ChinaNew Aircraft Designs Offer Greater Passenger Comfort/More Efficient EnginesIn Flight Wireless Takes OffAir Traffic Grows/Airports Expand/Asia Has Strong Air TrafficMassive Long Term Growth in China's Travel Market/Indian Travel Market ReboundsChina Makes Immense Investments in Railroads, Highways, Airports and Silk RoadOnline Travel Agencies (OTAs) Continue Strong Growth in Bookings/Hotels Fight to Keep Control of the CustomerEcotourism, Sustainable Tourism, Adventure Tourism and Volunteerism Grow as Certification Standards EmergeHotel Occupancy, Profits and New Construction GrowLuxury Hotel Chains Expand GloballyWhat Millennials and Mobile-Savvy Consumers Want as Tourists and TravelersHotels Target Young Customers with Strategies Ranging from Micro Rooms and Hostels, to Hip Hotels that Encourage Mingling to Fitness OptionsHotels Adopt Smartphones and In-Room Tablets to Deliver Services, Speed Check-In and Replace Room KeysHotel Mergers Enable Chains to Claim Market Share, Add Unique PropertiesLocalization Will Drive Hotel Features, MarketingDog-Friendly Hotels Will Gain Market Share“Sharing Economy” Gains Market Share in Travel with Online Sites Like Airbnb, HomeAway and Many Global CompetitorsCruise Industry Market Is Strong while Capacity Soars with New ShipsSmall Cruise Ships Offer Adventure, Luxury, Intimacy or Access to More PlacesRiver Cruise Lines Are Launched, with Low Capital Investment and High FaresChinese Tourism Creates Growth Opportunities for the Cruise and Hotel IndustriesNew Technologies Show Promise for Port and Airport SecurityHigh Speed Passenger Trains, Including Maglev, Advance in China and EuropeS. Passenger Train Projects Receive Funding, Including Light Rail