Amtrak to Host Hiring Events on June 14
Amtrak announced it would host hiring events on June 14 to celebrate National Hiring Day. Officials from the rail company… Read More »
Atlantis Paradise Island to Create The Bahamas’ First Coral Gene Bank
In commemoration of World Ocean Month, Atlantis Paradise Island is constructing The Bahamas first coral gene bank to combat Stony… Read More »
More Than 80 Percent of US Hotels Still Dealing With Staffing Shortages
A new survey found that over 80 percent of hotels in the United States are still experiencing staffing shortages. According… Read More »
Hilton Brand Teams Up With Grubhub on Hotel Meal Delivery
Homewood Suites by Hilton and Grubhub announced a plan to expand their partnership to simplify the process of ordering food… Read More »
IGLTA Launches Global Accreditation Program for Hotels
The International LGBTQ+ Travel Association (IGLTA) is launching a global accreditation program for hotels, resorts and other accommodations for their… Read More »
700 Econo Lodge Hotels Introduce Smart Reception Kiosks
Econo Lodge Franchisees Association of America (ELFA), an independent association representing Econo Lodge franchisees since 1974, has announced a new… Read More »
CWT Enables Air France-KLM NDC Access Through Cytric
CWT is offering global clients access to Air France-KLM New Distribution Capability content via Amadeus’ Cytric booking and expense tool,… Read More »
Priceline Teams With Google on AI-Powered Chatbot
Priceline announced it would work with Google to debut a sophisticated chatbot designed to assist users when planning trips. According… Read More »
BCD Survey: Personal Card Use Common Among Corp. Travelers
Corporate cards by far are the dominant payment method for corporate travelers globally, although a significant portion still use personal… Read More »
Hotel CEOs: High Rates Are the New Normal, Haven’t Peaked
Resurgent post-pandemic demand has helped carve out a new normal in the hotel industry, with higher rate that hotel companies… Read More »
Bahamas Government Proposing Steep Cruise Passenger Fee Hikes
The Bahamas government is proposing legislation that would hike cruise passenger fees to $30 or $32 per person, up from… Read More »
The New Family-Friendly Oceanfront Residences at the Hotel Del Coronado
One of the world’s legendary properties, the Hotel del Coronado barely needs any introduction. The iconic Southern California resort sprawls… Read More »
IHG to Add AirPlay Option to Hotel Rooms
IHG Hotels & Resorts announced it would soon launch AirPlay in hotel rooms in collaboration with Apple, allowing travelers to… Read More »
Hyatt to Debut First Hyatt Vivid Resort in Cancun Next Year
In early 2024, Hyatt Hotels Corporation is scheduled to unveil the adults-only Hyatt Vivid Grand Island – the first Hyatt… Read More »
Hotel Executives Predict Strong July 4 Holiday Bookings for 2023
On the heels of a robust new jobs report, hotel industry executives are predicting a strong July 4 holiday weekend…. Read More »
IATA, ATPCO Partner to Provide Flight Emissions Data
The International Air Transport Association and ATPCO have partnered to provide carbon emissions data for flights, the organizations announced Tuesday…. Read More »
TripStax Taps Chappell to Lead Strategy
Travel technology provider TripStax has hired David Chappell as chief strategy officer, a new position in the company to help… Read More »
Canada Updates Travel Advisory for Travelers Heading to the US
While Canada still considers the United States the lowest risk level a country can have, it updated its advisory page… Read More »
Passengers, Crew Rescued After Cruise Ship Catches Fire
An emergency evacuation was conducted this morning from the UnCruise adventure ship Wilderness Discoverer after a fire broke out in… Read More »
Amtrak Applies for $7.3 Billion in Federal Grants for Northeast Corridor Projects
Amtrak announced it has submitted applications for nearly $7.3 billion in Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) funding for as many as… Read More »
Get to Know Princess Hotels & Resorts
All-Inclusive resorts continue to grow and grow throughout the travel industry. Princess Hotels & Resorts is one of those resorts… Read More »
Marriott International Announces New Affordable Midscale Lodging Brand
Marriott International announced plans to expand in the affordable midscale lodging segment with the launch of a new brand. As… Read More »
Sonesta Launches Two New Soft Brands
Sonesta International Hotel Corporation is debuting two soft brands that will expand its upscale offerings, called Classico, A Sonesta Collection… Read More »
Hotel and Resort Package Deals Perfect for Dad This Father’s Day
With people continuing to place a significantly higher value on memorable experiences than the accumulation of material goods, perhaps now… Read More »
Snowfall Enters Australia with Two TMC Agreements
Travel technology provider Snowfall is targeting the Australia corporate travel market with agreements with two travel management companies to provide… Read More »
Travel Counsellors Taps Vibe Booking Tech
U.K.-based homeworking travel firm Travel Counsellors has signed with booking technology provider Vibe to implement the newly released “consumer-grade” Vibe… Read More »