Amtrak’s $770 Million Investment to Enhance Accessibility Projects
Since 2011, Amtrak has invested $770 million in station accessibility upgrades and improvement projects across its national network. The improvements… Read More »
J.D. Power Report: Increase in Staffing Enhances Hotel Guest Satisfaction
North American hotels’ increase in staffing and a focus on customer service is paying dividends in the form of guest… Read More »
Accor Reports Robust Q2 Performance Driven by Strong Pricing
Accor Group on Thursday reported a “solid” second quarter with revenue per available room buoyed by “sustained” pricing strength and… Read More »
Wyndham Reports Strong Overseas Demand in Q2
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts’ second-quarter revenue per available room increased overseas due to “strong pricing power” and “higher occupancy levels,”… Read More »
Justworks Introduces New Expense Management Feature
Small business administration technology provider Justworks has added an expense management tool for its Professional Employer Organization customers, the company… Read More »
Spotnana Facilitates Cross-Exchange of EDIFACT and NDC Tickets for Travelers
Managed travel technology provider and travel management company Spotnana announced today that the company has enabled travelers to self-serve cross… Read More »
Amsterdam Announces Plans to Close Cruise Ship Terminal
Authorities in Amsterdam have announced plans to close the city’s cruise ship terminal, citing concerns about over-tourism and pollution. Officials… Read More »
Walmart Collaborates with Expedia Group to Launch New Travel Booking Website
Walmart and Expedia Group announced a new partnership that will benefit Walmart+ members booking travel. Walmart+ members can now book… Read More »
Brightline Unveils Enhanced Digital Experience in Anticipation of Expanded Service
Ahead of expanded service connecting Miami and Orlando, the Brightline intercity rail has unveiled a new digital experience. The company… Read More »
Playa Hotels & Resorts Celebrating 10th Anniversary With Travel Advisor Giveaways
In honor of its 10th anniversary, premier all-inclusive hospitality group Playa Hotels & Resorts has announced some exciting news for… Read More »
Choice Hotels Completes Radisson Loyalty and Booking Integration
Choice Hotels International has announced that all nine Radisson Hotels Americas brands are now available to be booked on ChoiceHotels.com…. Read More »
The Current State of Hotel Guest Satisfaction
An influx of staff delivering exceptional customer service is driving a rise in hotel guest satisfaction as travel returns to… Read More »
Robust Travel Demand Spurs Hilton to Strong Second Quarter
Hilton Worldwide reported second-quarter financial results on Wednesday, beating Wall Street estimates and raising its full-year outlook. The hotel giant’s… Read More »
Hilton Reports Strong Q2 Business Transient Performance, No Signs of Weakness
Hilton Worldwide’s second-quarter business transient revenue again surpassed pre-pandemic levels, a trend the company expects to continue along with further… Read More »
Sonder Makes Entry into the Hotel Collection Space
Short-term accommodation provider Sonder has launched its first hotel collection, comprised of 23 Sonder boutique properties across 13 markets, called… Read More »
HRS Introduces ‘Convergence’ Strategy to Enhance Hotel Negotiations
HRS and the Global Business Travel Association today released a research report that suggests a sourcing strategy HRS has defined… Read More »
United Airlines to Start Withdrawing Content from EDIFACT
United Airlines on Sept. 5 plans to remove Basic Economy fares for domestic U.S. and short-haul Latin American flights from… Read More »
Embratur Rejoins USTOA and Unveils New Branding for Brazil
Following several years outside of the organization, Embratur, Brazil’s tourist board, has re-joined the United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA),… Read More »
MSC Cruises Says Enhanced ‘Future Cruise Program’ Benefits Agents
MSC Cruises has introduced a revised ‘Future Cruise Program’ that it says is designed to benefit travel agents and the… Read More »
China’s Outbound Travel Slow to Recover Despite Reopening
China’s surprise reopening announcement in late 2022 prompted speculation about a surge in outbound travel after years of strict “zero-Covid”… Read More »
FairFly Adopts ‘Oversee’ as New Moniker
Travel spending analytics platform FairFly is taking a new name, Oversee, which the company said better reflects its broader approach… Read More »
US Airports Lead the World’s Busiest List in July Amid Travel Rebound
The change of seasons doesn’t impact the busy status of Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport. According to the Official Airport Guide (OAG),… Read More »