Delta Air Lines Steps Up Diversity Initiatives
As part of Delta Air Lines diversity efforts, the company’s Vice President of Global Cleanliness announced the carrier is seeking… Read More »
Drive-To Market Key to Choice Hotels’ Quick Return to Profitability
Despite the travel industry’s ongoing struggle to collectively keep its head above water amid COVID-19, Choice Hotels—owner of 12 brands that… Read More »
IHG Hotels & Resorts Launches Military Appreciation Sweepstakes
IHG Hotels & Resorts announced it would again celebrate hospitality for heroes in November to mark Veteran’s Day and National Veterans… Read More »
Marriott Reveals Q3 Results, CEO Believes ‘Travel Will Rebound Quickly’
While the coronavirus pandemic continues to hamper travel, the hotel industry is beginning to see a light at the end of the… Read More »
Watch Mega Cruise Ship Get Constructed in Seconds
P&O Cruises recently took ownership of the largest cruise ship ever built for the U.K. market. But to fully appreciate just how… Read More »
Timeline of Cruise Industry’s COVID-19 Shutdown to Reopening
How We Got Here The travel and tourism industry has been rocked by the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, but few… Read More »
Drinks Are Currently Included on Windstar Tahiti Sailings
Set sail in Tahiti with Windstar Cruises. The cruise line has a number of popular options for travelers looking to explore… Read More »
Seattle Airport Launches COVID-19 Testing Pilot Program
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is the latest airport to roll out COVID-19 testing for travelers. Those flying out of SEA can now… Read More »
Southwest Flight Forced to Deplane After Passenger Refuses to Wear Face Mask
Yet another passenger has learned the consequences of failing to comply with the airline industry’s mandatory face mask policies the hard way…. Read More »
Hilton CEO Sees Rebound on the Way
According to Hilton’s third quarter results, the hotel brand is making a comeback after the COVID-19 pandemic greatly inhibited normal operations. The… Read More »
Ultra-Private Domestic Escapes for the Whole Family
Seclusion in the States The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has put a premium on private domestic getaways. Fortunately, award-winning villa vacation… Read More »
Grand Opening Date Set for Universal Orlando’s Newest Hotel
Dockside Inn and Suites will open its doors on December 15, 2020, with starting rates as low as $79/night. The… Read More »
Park MGM Hotel to Close Midweek Due to Low Demand
The recently reopened Park MGM hotel on the Las Vegas Strip will reduce its operating hours amid low demand ahead… Read More »
Seabourn Announces “Strong Booking Volume” on 2022 World Cruise
In an optimistic sign for the cruise industry, luxury line Seabourn on Nov. 5 reported “strong booking volume” for its 145-day 2022… Read More »
MSC Cruises Suspends MSC Magnifica Sailings, Cancels World Cruise
Due to a spike in COVID-19 cases and significant travel restrictions in Europe, MSC Cruises has canceled sailings by the MSC Magnifica from Nov. 8 through… Read More »
Test Cruise Volunteers Already Raising Their Hands
Die-hard cruisers are already lining up, hands in the air. They’re ready to act as guinea pigs of sorts on… Read More »
Airline Pokes Fun at President Donald Trump, Receives Backlash
Ryanair took a dig at President Donald Trump after he falsely declared victory over Joe Biden while votes were still… Read More »
Southwest Airlines Marks Inaugural San Diego-Honolulu Flight
There might be a pandemic going on but it sure hasn’t stopped airlines from introducing new routes. Southwest Airlines became… Read More »
TSA Notes Significant Jump in Positive COVID-19 Cases
Workers for the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) suffered a 64 percent increase in COVID-19 positive tests in the last month, the agency… Read More »
Airline Passenger Demand Data for September Released
Despite positive signs in the aviation industry, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) revealed that passenger demand in September was still down…. Read More »
American Airlines to Add New Routes to Key West
American Airlines is boosting its service to Key West International Airport, with new peak season daily nonstop flights from Orlando International Airport, Tampa… Read More »
Pilots Ask FAA for Training Changes on Boeing 737 MAX
A pilots’ union in the United States is asking federal aviation authorities to improve training proposals for flight crew members… Read More »
Hilton Awards Over $1 Million in Grants to COVID-19 Response Organizations
Hilton’s primary international philanthropic arm, the Hilton Effect Foundation, recently released its list of 2020 Hilton Effect grantees, whose locations span the… Read More »
Baha Mar Anchor Property Sets Reopening Date
The largest of the Bahamas’ Baha Mar mega-resort’s properties will re-open next month as part of a phased re-launch for… Read More »
Regent University Relaunched and Enhanced With Four New Course Modules
As part of the line’s dedication to supporting the North American Travel Advisor community, Regent Seven Seas Cruises, the world’s leading… Read More »
Oceania Cruises Launches Summer 2022 Europe and America Voyages
Oceania Cruises, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, has released its 2022 Europe & North America Collection of… Read More »