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View in browser Unsubscribe Tuesday February 03, 2026 Good morning, readers. Google's latest AI search features are delivering more personalized experiences. We look at how low-cost carriers can overcome their challenges. And Indian hotels face growing competition from food delivery apps. EVENTS Skift Asia Forum Skift Asia Forum returns to Bangkok on April 28–29, bringing together the leaders shaping Asia's next chapter in travel. Under the theme Scaling Growth and Reinvention, the forum focuses on real-world strategy across aviation, hospitality, destinations, and travel tech - examining how Asia is scaling demand, navigating disruption, and setting the pace for the global industry. RESERVE YOUR SEAT Travel Technology   Adriana Lee Travel Tech Reporter Image by Google Google's Latest AI Search Features Google has recently rolled out a series of AI updates that are turning search into a more conversational — and for some users, a more personalized — experience. Changes include Gemini 3 powering AI Overviews, Personal Intelligence coming to AI Mode, and the combination of AI Mode and Overviews on mobile.  For opted-in, eligible users, Personal Intelligence connects Gmail and Google Photos to AI Mode conversations. These users could see personalized context in the AI Overviews-AI Mode handoff - like recommendations for a family-friendly vacation. Get The Full Story On Skift Airlines Image by Adobe Stock/kenishirotie How America's Low-Cost Airlines Can Succeed Low-cost carriers in the U.S. have had a brutal few years, but a clear playbook for success is emerging.  Struggling low-cost carriers are trapped in oversupplied domestic leisure markets while absorbing post-pandemic cost inflation. But Breeze became profitable by focusing on flying largely uncontested routes that gave it pricing power. In today's market, scale alone is not the answer. Focus and network defensibility matter more. Get The Full Story On Skift online travel Winter Trends Signal Strong 2026 Demand Together With   criteo Travel's reliance on legacy infrastructure shapes the ceiling for innovation GDS gatekeeping and look-to-book caps keep new entrants out and slow NDC OnArrival offers embedded travel infrastructure so brands can launch faster download the report on skift Hotels   Bulbul Dhawan Travel Reporter, India Image by Pexels/cottonbro studio Indian Hotels' New Competitor Indian hotels are investing more heavily in food and beverage offerings, but the rise of delivery apps is pulling guests away from hotel kitchens. Many hotels still operate limited room-service menus, often with restricted hours. Food delivery apps Zomato and Swiggy reported strong growth during the October–December quarter. In some cases, hotels are partnering directly with Zomato or Swiggy to offer in-house dining discounts.  Get The Full Story On Skift Editor's Picks   Rashaad Jorden Associate Editor/Archivist Airlines United's Scott Kirby Warns AI 'Tells You What You Want to Hear' Get More News On Skift Defining the future of travel. Skift. 35 W 31st St., New York, NY, 10001, USA Follow Us: LinkedIn   |  X   |  Facebook   |  Whatsapp   |  Bluesky   |  Threads You received this because you are subscribed to Newsletter | The Daily from Skift. For Gmail users: If you are using the tabbed inbox, Skift emails may be pushed to the 'Promotions' tab. To get updates from Skift direct to your primary inbox, drag and drop this email to that tab.