UK travellers: When to find the cheapest Airbnb, plus here's why airlines are focusing on premium cabin sales lately

UK travelers can save on Airbnb bookings by planning ahead, as the best rates often emerge several months before travel - here's when to book them. Additionally, airlines are increasingly focusing on premium cabin sales, leveraging higher demand for comfortable travel experiences. You can find out why in today's newsletter highlights. 

> Airbnb released data highlighting the most affordable dates for British families to book holidays amid rising living costs and concerns over the platform's impact on housing. October 20 is the cheapest date for domestic bookings, while November 4 is the most budget-friendly for international trips. Meanwhile, housing protests across the UK and Europe continue, with communities struggling to balance tourism and local living as Airbnb drives up property prices. Cities like Amsterdam, Barcelona, and Budapest have introduced stricter regulations to combat the platform's effects on housing affordability.

> Airlines are banking on premium cabin sales to recover from the financial hit caused by cheap economy seats. American Airlines reported an 8% increase in premium revenue, while Delta and United also saw growth, driven by customers' willingness to pay for upgrades. American's lagging stock performance is partly due to a shift in corporate strategy, but the company is focusing on revamping its business class with new Flagship Suites. Competitors are also investing in premium offerings, while budget carriers adjust their strategies to boost profitability.

> A federal judge blocked Tapestry's acquisition of Capri, citing concerns from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) about reduced competition in the affordable luxury market. Tapestry plans to appeal the decision, arguing the merger would benefit consumers by improving product offerings and staying on top of trends. Following the ruling, Tapestry's stock rose 10%, while Capri's fell by around 50%. The FTC argued the merger could lead to higher prices and fewer incentives to invest in product quality, benefiting consumers by maintaining competition.

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