Why trust needs consistency from leaders and brands
Employees and customers alike respond to brands and leaders who demonstrate consistent, regular communication, behavior and values, says Denise Lee… Read More »
How well do you know your business’s numbers?
Understanding key financial metrics is critical to small-business success, columnist Amy Osmond Cook writes. Business owners should be able to… Read More »
Airlines urge G7 nations to reopen travel
As vaccination rates continue to increase, US and UK airlines have been urging the easing of travel restrictions between the… Read More »
Grande plans “God is a Woman” beauty line
Singer Ariana Grande is reportedly developing a beauty line branded for her 2018 song “God is a Woman.” Perfumes, bath… Read More »
Chinese spa features designs inspired by nature
This design review of the Yue Fangquan SPA in Wuhan, China, highlights the facility’s “gentle curves, warm earthy tones, and… Read More »
UK hotel introduces Watermelon Sugar High Spa Day
The spa at the Abbey Hotel in Redditch, UK, is hosting the “Watermelon Sugar High Spa Day,” with Harry Styles-themed… Read More »
Public’s Ian Schrager approaches reopening as reset
The creator of the Public brand of luxury hospitality says he plans to expand to other major markets as he… Read More »
New owner of NOLA’s Frenchmen Hotel looks ahead
Restaurateur Robert Thompson has more New Orleans acquisitions in mind after joining a national trend toward purchases of smaller hotels… Read More »
Ex-Red Lion CEO starts Victory Hotel Group
A new company formed by former Red Lion Hotels CEO Greg Mount will provide hospitality consulting in the branded midscale… Read More »
Summit Hotel JV buying Residence Inn for $33M
Summit Hotel Properties is buying a Residence Inn in Steamboat Springs, Colo., through its joint venture with GIC for $33… Read More »
Beverly Hills hotel, condos changing hands for $77.9M
The Mr. C Beverly Hills Hotel and five adjacent condominiums in Los Angeles are being sold for $77.9 million. Braemar… Read More »
Focus on those still hurting, AHLA chief tells Congress
American Hotel and Lodging Association CEO Chip Rogers is asking Congress to enact relief for the hospitality industry that targets… Read More »
Southwest turns seat covers into soccer balls
Southwest Airlines’ “Repurpose with Purpose” program partnered with the Mexican company Balmex to turn leather seat covers into 1,500 hand-produced… Read More »
Southwest expands Max fleet amid travel recovery
Southwest Airlines has ordered 34 new Boeing 737 Max 7 planes for delivery next year. This latest order brings Southwest’s… Read More »
Alaska Airlines to fly between San Diego and Santa Barbara
Alaska Airlines will start service between San Diego and Santa Barbara June 17. The hour-long flight allows travelers to avoid… Read More »
Delta proposes codeshare with airBaltic
Delta Air Lines and airBaltic have applied for approval to code share from the US Department of Transportation. Delta hopes… Read More »
United plans big winter boost to mountain destinations
United Airlines is planning to increase its schedule to mountain snow destinations for the winter of 2021-2022, adding flights from… Read More »
Airlines, TSA gear up for increased demand
American Airlines and Delta Air Lines are recruiting headquarters employees to volunteer at their Dallas and Atlanta hubs as airlines… Read More »
US forms working groups on lifting global travel restrictions
The Biden administration is forming working groups that will determine how to safely restart international travel. The group will be… Read More »
The coolest airports around the world
Who said airports had to be boring? These awesome airports combine fun with the worst part of traveling: getting there…. Read More »
Spirit Airlines will launch 30 new routes from Miami
Despite maintaining a hub airport in Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood, Spirit Airlines announced Tuesday it will launch 30 routes starting later this… Read More »
American Airlines is asking some employees to take on extra shifts for free
Facing what could be an unprecedented summer travel season, American Airlines is asking some employees to take on extra shifts –… Read More »
Etihad Airways has a new sale to celebrate the UAE’s reopening to U.S. tourists
Travelers from the United States can now visit Abu Dhabi without quarantining as the U.S. is on the United Arab… Read More »
Las Vegas Opens Convention Center Expansion
The Las Vegas Convention Center opened its 1.4-million-square-foot new West Hall and welcomed its first major convention since the pandemic, World… Read More »
Hawaii Tourism Shares Update on Rental Car Shortage
Hawaii, like many vacation destinations throughout the country, has been experiencing a rental car shortage for months as demand soars and inventory… Read More »
Carnival Clarifies Vaccination Mandate for July Cruises From Galveston
Carnival Cruise Line has clarified the COVID-19 requirements and protocols for its upcoming cruises from Galveston on Carnival Vista and Carnival… Read More »