Delta starts “no fly” list with 1,600 names
Delta Air Lines is compiling a “no fly” list that already has 1,600 names of passengers who are banned because… Read More »
JetBlue launches 2nd transatlantic UK route to London
This week, JetBlue launched service between Boston and London’s Gatwick airport, the carrier’s second transatlantic route. The airline began its… Read More »
Will business travel reach pre-pandemic levels?
Business travel has yet to recover from the pandemic, and it remains to be seen whether it completely rebounds. Tech… Read More »
Aruba resort has carbon offset concierge
Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort in Aruba has added a carbon offset concierge that can help visitors ensure a carbon-neutral… Read More »
American, JetBlue travelers benefit from new alliance
The “Northeast Alliance” between American Airlines and JetBlue is giving AAdvantage and TrueBlue Mosaic members access to priority services at… Read More »
LaGuardia Airport rail link put on back burner
A proposal to build a $2 billion rail link to take passengers to LaGuardia Airport has been put on hold… Read More »
Canada, Mexico crossings to reopen in November
The US will reopen its borders with Mexico and Canada in early November for fully vaccinated travelers. Canada began admitting… Read More »
Airport lounges are coming back
Airport lounges are coming back, and can be accessed in a variety of ways: credit card perks, annual memberships, a… Read More »
Canada sets vaccinate mandate for most travelers
Travelers ages 12 and up entering Canada by plane, ship or train must be fully vaccinated starting Oct. 30, the… Read More »
UAE’s Centara Mirage Beach Resort Dubai to open soon
Centara Mirage Beach Resort Dubai on Deira Islands in the United Arab Emirates is scheduled to open Oct. 14. The… Read More »
Some would pay extra for vaccinated flights, hotels
More than two-thirds of Americans are planning to travel this winter and 40% said they would be willing to pay… Read More »
Spa treatments part of Banyan Tree’s well-being initiative
Thailand’s Banyan Tree Samui and Banyan Tree Krabi resorts have designated “Wellbeing Sanctuary” sections that promote healthful activities. The program… Read More »
Price reduced for online renewal of TSA PreCheck
The Transportation Security Administration has lowered the cost to renew enrollment online in the TSA PreCheck membership program from $85… Read More »
Facial recognition will soon take off in travel
Facial recognition is coming to the travel sector as contactless identification grows in popularity. CEO Rob Watts of Corsight, a… Read More »
Congress considers vaccine mandate for domestic flights
Congress is considering legislation that would require full vaccinations for all passengers on domestic flights. The bill, which travel industry… Read More »
Hotel Xcaret Arte made for art-love adventurer
Riviera Maya’s newest resort, Hotel Xcaret Arte, will appeal to the art lover with its decor and immersive art experiences…. Read More »
Gulfstream introduces new business jets
Gulfstream will add the large-cabin G400 business jet, which seats 12 and uses Pratt & Whitney PW800-series engines, and the… Read More »
UK to trim red list for holidays
The UK is expected to cut the number of countries on its red list this week. Media reports say the… Read More »
American exec speaks to long-haul flights, West Coast hubs
American Airlines will “absolutely” resume international flights from Seattle and Los Angeles, said Chief Revenue Officer Vasu Raja — once… Read More »
Friday debut set for new Raffles resort in Dubai, UAE
The Raffles luxury resort is scheduled to debut Friday on Palm Jumeirah in Dubai, UAE. The resort will have a… Read More »
New tented lodge to debut next summer in Kenya
A new tented lodge, Sanctuary Tambarare, will open next summer at the foot of Mount Kenya, with daily game drives… Read More »
Air Canada offers elite status to US frequent flyers
Destination Canada, a national tourism organization, is sponsoring a new opportunity for frequent flyers, offering members with elite status in… Read More »
United makes using travel credits easier
United Airlines is adding more user-friendly options for passengers to use travel credits by automatically displaying it as a payment… Read More »
Rail service added from Richmond, Va., to Washington, D.C.
A new Amtrak train running from Richmond, Va., to Washington, D.C., became available on Monday, with daily departures to initially… Read More »
Hawaii business travel loss gauged at $1.1B
The American Hotel & Lodging Association forecasts a $1.1 billion loss for Hawaii business travel this year compared to 2019…. Read More »
Improved business travel on horizon, Hilton CEO says
Hilton Hotels CEO Christopher Nassetta countered gloomier forecasts at the Skift Global Forum Wednesday by predicting business travel volume will… Read More »