Hotel worker exodus complicates guest influx
A robust recovery is colliding with a severe labor shortage in the US hotel industry, and low wages are seen… Read More »
Hong Kong hotel group suffers data breach
Hackers may have exposed the booking information of 1.2 million guests in a cyberattack on the Harbour Plaza hotel group,… Read More »
Honoring Southwest’s first Black flight attendant
Southwest Airlines is celebrating the life and career of Charlene Jenkins “CJ” Bostic, Southwest’s first Black flight attendant, who joined… Read More »
Expedia CEO expects forecast-beating fourth quarter profit
Expedia Group Inc. CEO Peter Kern cites a forecast-beating fourth quarter profit as evidence the lodging bookings platform has emerged… Read More »
Blackstone succeeds with $6.3B Crown Resorts bid
Australia’s Crown Resorts Ltd. gave the green light to a $6.3 billion buyout offer from private equity firm Blackstone Inc…. Read More »
Hotel earnings time sweetened by rates, China growth
High room rates and expansion in China have lessened the chilling effect of Omicron on occupancy as hotel earnings season… Read More »
UK 2021 hotel investment surges past $5B mark
Hotel investment volume in the UK nearly doubled last year over 2020 and figures to continue sharply rising in 2022,… Read More »
UPS workers collect socks for homeless in Ky. City
UPS employees in Louisville, one of the company’s major shipping hubs, collected more than 19,000 pairs of socks to aid… Read More »
United Airlines gives bonus points to elite flyers
United Airlines is giving some of its elite frequent flyers a Valentine’s Day gift: 15-20% of the points needed to… Read More »
Hyatt, Marriott expand collection in Rome
The Hyatt and Marriott have new hotels in Rome in the luxurious Ludovisi neighborhood. Marriott’s W Rome has 162 rooms… Read More »
Delta Air Lines thanks employees with ceremony and cash
Delta Air Lines celebrates Employee Appreciation Day today, with ceremonies at the airline’s hubs and profit-sharing payments in recognition for… Read More »
Air Canada flight celebrates Black crew members
Air Canada marked Black History Month, and celebrated its Black employees, with a return flight between Toronto and Ft. Lauderdale,… Read More »
American Airlines Crew Chief shares passion for aviation
American Airlines Aviation Maintenance Technical Crew Chief David Mansker credits the aviation industry and airline for his fulfilling career that… Read More »
JetBlue’s $3.9B hometown terminal to begin construction
New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport is set to begin construction this year on a $3.9 billion terminal that… Read More »
Alaska’s commemorative plane debuts inkjet printing
Alaska Airlines’ newest commemorative aircraft, in celebration of the Pacific coastline, was the first to get its new livery with… Read More »
Arkia to return at Milan Bergamo Airport
Starting April 6th, the Isreali carrier will fly twice-weekly to Tel Aviv After two years of absence, Arkia will return… Read More »
Jamaica Enhances ‘One Love Rewards’ Program
When it comes to travel advisors, the Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) perpetually raises the bar on its educational offerings. As… Read More »
Europe’s Top 20 Best Destinations for 2022 Travel
While Europe has experienced its share of COVID-19 surges and the accompanying disruptions over the past two years, in many… Read More »
Mexican Military to Handle Security at Cancun, Cozumel Airports
The President of Mexico announced the Ministry of National Defense and SEMAR would take over security at several airports across… Read More »
Australia to Launch Huge Ad Campaign to Lure Tourists Back
Have you heard the news, mate? Australia is reopening its borders to international visitors next week for the first time… Read More »
Unruly Passenger Forces American Flight to Divert
Just one month after the Federal Aviation Administration was happy to report a 50 percent drop in incidents in the… Read More »
Margaritaville Announces Details of New Loyalty Program
Margaritaville announced a new hospitality loyalty program, dubbed Margaritaville Perks. Margaritaville Perks offers travelers simple and immediate perks, value-adds and… Read More »
The Top National Parks for Spring Break
Spring Break in the Great Outdoors While many spring break travelers will be heading to the beach others will flock… Read More »
Marriott International Announces Leadership Shakeup
Marriott International, Inc. announced J.W. Marriott, Jr. plans to retire as Executive Chairman in May and will not stand for… Read More »
Dreams Resorts & Spas Offers New Kid-Friendly Dining Options
Dreams Resorts & Spas by AMR Collection, the luxury family resort brand, launched more kid-friendly dining offerings created in collaboration… Read More »
Holland America Line Launches ‘Love Letters to Alaska’ Giveaway Contest
If the Great Land of Alaska holds a special place in your heart and you can’t wait for your next… Read More »