Cyprus, Turkey and Thailand are the top holiday spots feeling fallout from Ukraine-Russian war
Russians are not the biggest holiday planners, says Mikhail Ilyin, a priest and tour business owner in Pattaya, Thailand. Where… Read More »
Masks on planes are now optional if you are travelling in the US
From Monday 18 April, it is no longer compulsory to wear a mask during flights in the US. As restrictions… Read More »
Hong Kong’s quarantine hotels are creating mountains of plastic waste
Plastic is everywhere for arrivals at Hong Kong’s quarantine hotels. Remote controls are wrapped in cellophane, pillows are encased in… Read More »
UK speeds up airport recruitment to tackle delays in time for summer travel
Security vetting for aviation workers will be fast-tracked under UK government plans to tackle the ‘chaotic’ scenes at airports in… Read More »
Analysis: Hotel sales brisk, though yield takes dip
US hotel transactions skyrocketed in number in the first quarter compared to 2021, though they dropped in value, Daniel H…. Read More »
You’re rebounding, so rehire, union tells Hawaii hoteliers
Hawaii hotels are enjoying rising occupancy and charging higher rates while neglecting the staffing that guests deserve and laid-off workers… Read More »
More on way after making most of tough year: AWH exec
The New York-based investment firm AWH Partners capitalized on 2021’s downturn by purchasing five distressed hotel assets and invested roughly… Read More »
US hotel room construction down, but drawing board booms
The number of US hotel rooms in the planning phase at the end of March leaped 26.3% over last year,… Read More »
Resort workers with disabilities prove more than able
A California casino resort’s decision to enlist a service organization for people with disabilities to staff its immense laundry service… Read More »
Hilton Grand Vacations turns 30 with benefits boost
Hilton Grand Vacations is observing its 30th anniversary with new membership programs for guests along with philanthropic contributions to 30… Read More »
United makes basic economy tickets more flexible
United Airlines announced that passengers may now receive a partial refund when they cancel basic economy tickets. The airline also… Read More »
Air Canada resumes service to Ireland
Air Canada is resuming service to Dublin, Ireland, from Montreal and Vancouver in June and to the Cayman Islands in… Read More »
Las Vegas casino’s renovation has Latin community focus
The Lucky Club Hotel & Casino in North Las Vegas will be re-developed as the first hotel-casino that is dedicated… Read More »
Hotel, Clemson Univ. team up to hire 40 with disabilities
A global trend is reflected in plans by the forthcoming Shepherd Hotel in downtown Clemson, S.C., to employ 40 people… Read More »
CDC alters rankings, no countries labeled “do not travel”
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has altered its system for evaluating and communicating risks associated with COVID-19, and… Read More »
Alaska invites passengers to join them in going greener
Alaska Airlines is inviting its passengers to celebrate Earth Month by joining the airline in making a contribution toward reducing… Read More »
US airlines drop mask requirement
Some US airlines have dropped the requirement for passengers and crew to wear masks on aircraft after the Biden Administration… Read More »
American Airlines to reopen final airport lounge
The full slate of American Airlines’ Flagship Lounges will be back in operation when the Chicago location reopens April 21…. Read More »
Maine airport shuts down runway for rehabilitation
Portland International Jetport has closed its primary runway for 56 days for a $13.7M rehabilitation project. Flight patterns and schedules… Read More »
Delta examines Starlink’s satellite internet
Delta Air Lines has tested Starlink broadband internet, Delta CEO Ed Bastian confirmed. Starlink, which is SpaceX’s broadband unit, has… Read More »
Air Canada passenger count hits pandemic high
Air Canada transported more than 100,000 passengers on April 15, the first time the airline has reached that benchmark since… Read More »
Pittsburgh airport work hitting MWBE target
Pittsburgh International Airport’s $1.4 billion modernization is on track to meet its goal of having a 14% share of the… Read More »
Delta CEO ready to meet pent-up travel demand
Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian appeared in an interview Monday and detailed how the airline has ramped up staffing… Read More »
Federal transportation mask mandate no longer in effect
The Biden administration announced that the federal transportation mask mandate will no longer be enforced following the ruling of a… Read More »
Air Canada bullish about its prospects as recovery gains steam
Before the COVID-19 pandemic sixth freedom traffic from the US was a major pillar in Air Canada’s international strategy. And… Read More »
London Luton Airport faces capacity crunch as UK’s government dithers (again)
Over the past few months CAPA has reported numerous instances of UK government intervention at local, regional, and central levels,… Read More »