Court asks gov’t for clarification on Jet Airways’ slots
India’s National Company Law Tribunal has sought a new opinion from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) and the… Read More »
Gov’t lists issues, gives Uganda Airlines board deadline
The board chairman of Uganda Airlines (UR, Entebbe/Kampala) faces dismissal unless he can explain a raft of issues plaguing the… Read More »
Norwegian announces terms of planned $720mn capital raise
Norwegian (DY, Oslo Gardermoen) is aiming to raise NOK6 billion kronor (USD720 million) in fresh capital this month as part of its… Read More »
The increasing importance of customer service
Travel advisors have always known the importance of customer service but after the pandemic, it will be even more important,… Read More »
Airlines, travel groups call for reopening plan
The US Travel Association, Airlines for America and other travel industry organizations are calling on the federal government to develop… Read More »
Hotel idea for homeless still alive in Austin, Texas
A homelessness abatement plan by the City of Austin, Texas, includes the possible purchase of the Candlewood Suites, despite a… Read More »
Moving experience: The Hoxton offers campervan cruises
London-based upscale lifestyle brand The Hoxton is sending guests on the road between May 27 and Sept. 27, handing them… Read More »
MGM Growth Properties upbeat about Las Vegas’ prospects
MGM Growth Properties executives are feeling positive about recovery in Las Vegas and on the Strip as major conventions such… Read More »
Hotel construction pipeline poised for rebound
The US had nearly 5,000 hotels and more than 620,000 rooms in its first-quarter construction pipeline, marking a slight year-over-year… Read More »
New Denver hotel needs no warmup for MLB All-Star Game
The Rally Hotel was more than ready when Major League Baseball moved its July 13 All-Star Game from Atlanta to… Read More »
Short-term rental startup Sonder to merge with SPAC
Sonder, which transforms apartments and hotel rooms into short-term rentals, is merging with special purpose acquisition company Gores Metropoulos II,… Read More »
New outlook from Moody’s brightens for hospitality
Moody’s has ungraded its global hospitality forecast from stable to positive, characterizing the rebound as strong but uneven. The outlook,… Read More »
How do you work? Write it down for your co-workers
User manuals can be helpful as literal, written-down guides for how your co-workers or reports can understand your values, work… Read More »
How to increase connection with remote employees
Managing employees from a distance requires leaders to be more personal and deliberate, whether that means video calls, asking open-ended… Read More »
Report shows racial disparities in D&I ratings
A Glassdoor Economic Research report showed Black employees gave their workplaces an average diversity and inclusion rating of 3.49 out of 5… Read More »
How employers, Asian professionals can move beyond the model minority myth
Jennifer Liu explores the model minority myth – a belief system that labels Asian Americans as successful overachievers who may… Read More »
Procurement leaders can promote diversity, inclusion
Procurement leaders can use their management strategies to improve diversity and inclusion by creating a safe environment, embracing transparent decision-making,… Read More »
D.C. wine tasting event drives inclusivity
Washington, D.C. sommelier Erica Christian and bartender Kapri Robinson rolled out virtual wine tasting events to eliminate stereotypes and give… Read More »
The role of restaurants in driving wine inclusivity
Restaurants can play a key role in driving wine industry inclusivity by creating awareness among people of color regarding the… Read More »
Aisha Ibrahim named executive chef at Canlis in Seattle
Aisha Ibrahim will continue to infuse Asian cuisine into the menu of Seattle’s Canlis as the restaurant’s executive chef, the… Read More »
Valerie Wilson Travel sold to FROSCH
FROSCH has acquired Valerie Wilson Travel in a move that will enable FROSCH to grow, says Chairman Richard Leibman. Valerie… Read More »
Happy National Travel Advisor Day
Today is National Travel Advisor Day, and hotels, cruise lines and tour operators are having special events and deals for… Read More »
EU leaders ready to open travel market
The European Commission has issued a recommendation to allow foreign travelers into the EU if they have been vaccinated against… Read More »
5 ways to appeal to B2B buyers
A website that offers a seamless user experience is essential to engage business-to-business buyers, and content should aim to educate,… Read More »
Hurricane season isn’t deterring bookings
A new analysis by ForwardKeys is finding more enthusiasm than usual from US travelers for destinations in the Caribbean and… Read More »
FAA: More than 1K unruly passengers reported in 2021
Airlines have reported about 1,300 passengers for unruly behavior since the start of the year, according to the Federal Aviation… Read More »