Marriott's Luxury Push, Airbnb's UK Expansion and Amtrak's Record

Marriott is expanding its luxury property portfolio, with over 260 developments in the pipeline, to appeal to affluent millennials and Gen Z travelers who prioritize experiences over traditional luxury. Airbnb is growing its Airbnb-friendly Apartments program to the UK, despite modest participation in the U.S., aiming to unlock income opportunities for renters. Meanwhile, Amtrak reported record ridership in 2024 and plans significant network expansions, including a new Gulf Coast route, as it aims to double passenger numbers by 2040. Connect with Skift LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/skift/ WhatsApp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaAL375LikgIXmNPYQ0L/ Facebook: https://facebook.com/skiftnews Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skiftnews/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@skiftnews Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/skiftnews.bsky.social X: https://twitter.com/skift Subscribe to @SkiftNews and never miss an update from the travel industry.