Articles tagged “luggage”

News Blog

IDEAS: Emirates Launches Sustainable Luggage Collection Crafted Using Upcycled Aircraft Interiors

Emirates has launched a limited edition collection of luggage, bags and accessories created by using upcycled materials from retrofitted aircraft. ‘Aircrafted by Emirates’ consists of a range of made to order suitcases, backpacks, handbags, cardholders, toiletry bags and belts that have been created using old aluminum headrests, leather and seatbelts collected during the retrofit of…

Adam Stacey | 2 weeks ago

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IDEAS: Japan Airlines to Encourage Travelers to Rent Clothes in Destination and Minimize Luggage

Japan Airlines (JAL) and Sumitomo Corporation are set to trial ‘Any Wear, Anywhere’, a new clothes sharing service. The service has been designed to offer travelers the convenience of carrying minimal luggage by providing the opportunity to rent clothing at their destination, whilst in turn promoting more environmentally sustainable travel methods. Credit: Japan Airlines Under…

Adam Stacey | 5 months ago

News Blog

IDEAS: Evoking Nostaglia With Samsonite’s Latest Campaign

Samsonite are aiming to reignite the spirit of adventure and celebrate the golden age of travel with their latest campaign.  Created in partnership with global advertising agency Iris, ‘Travel Like Your Parents’ evokes a sense of nostalgia inspired by the genuine escapades undertaken by those who came before us. Credit: Samsonite/Iris Set against the sunny…

Adam Stacey | 6 months ago

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IDEAS: Lionel Messi Swaps Football Boots for Louis Vuitton in New Travel Campaign

Football legend Lionel Messi has ditched his Paris Saint-Germain kit for Louis Vuitton as he stars in his first solo campaign for the fashion house’s ‘Horizon's Never End’ campaign. Following the success of the 2022 viral Louis Vuitton campaign featuring football legend’s Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo – which was released ahead of the World…

Adam Stacey | 7 months ago

Travel Technology

The Tech That Could Prevent Lost Luggage

Today’s edition of Skift’s daily podcast looks at lost luggage technology, a shipping container hotel, and a massive investment in Indian aviation.

Rashaad Jorden | 8 months ago

The Tech That Could Prevent Lost Luggage

Travel Technology

6 Travel Innovations We’ve Covered: Did They Live Up to the Promise?

While some of the tech advances Skift featured over the years may not have lived up to expectations yet, others are poised to play an even bigger role in the travel industry in years to come. Check out this list.

Rashaad Jorden | 9 months ago

6 Travel Innovations We’ve Covered: Did They Live Up to the Promise?

Online Travel

Paragon Buys a Bag Tag Maker in a Bid to Digitize Airline Luggage Tracking

While not glamorous, the digitization of bag tagging could help airlines lose fewer pieces of luggage. Paragon, a public tech company, aims to scale up Security Label's business with customers like Air France.

Sean O'Neill, Skift | 2 years ago

Paragon Buys a Bag Tag Maker in a Bid to Digitize Airline Luggage Tracking

Business Travel

Debt-Laden Samsonite Reels From Coronavirus Crisis Aftershocks

By itself, the coronavirus scare needn't be like kryptonite to Samsonite, which has high gross margins. But the long-term double whammy of supply shocks (due to factory closings) and demand shocks (due to travelers pulling back on spending) may reduce the company's ability to pay interest on its heavy debts.

Sean O'Neill, Skift | 4 years ago

Debt-Laden Samsonite Reels From Coronavirus Crisis Aftershocks

Business Travel

Pet-Focused Travel Advisors Navigate Challenges of Flying with Fido

For increasing numbers of travelers, leaving home without a beloved pet (or pets) is unthinkable. While the travel industry has become more accommodating to this trend, the challenges are such that services from pet travel experts are in demand.

Maria Lenhart, Skift | 4 years ago

Pet-Focused Travel Advisors Navigate Challenges of Flying with Fido

Online Travel

Away Raises $100 Million for Expansion Beyond Selling Luggage

Away has so far managed the tricky transition to brand extensions beyond suitcases. The established travel goods industry will be watching with envy if the startup can continue to pull off its empire-building.

Sean O'Neill, Skift | 5 years ago

Away Raises $100 Million for Expansion Beyond Selling Luggage