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 »
New Google feature puts hotel green status a click away
Google is meeting high consumer demand for sustainability with the launch this week of an “Eco-Certified” label for hotels in… Read More »
Expedia plans unification of loyalty programs
Expedia Group says it will carry out a long-planned unification of its loyalty programs, opening up rewards accumulation across a… Read More »
Latest Sound Transit extension opening next month
A 4.3-mile extension of Sound Transit’s light-rail system will open in Seattle on Oct. 2. The $1.9 billion project, which… Read More »
DFW airport trials security screening reservations
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is trying out a “fast pass” program ahead of the traditional holiday travel season. The program… Read More »
Bookings for flights from Europe, UK skyrocket
Bookings for flights from Europe and the UK to the US reportedly skyrocketed immediately after the Biden administration announced that… Read More »
Malaysia prepares reopening for tourists
Malaysia is reopening for vacations this month to those who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. So far, more than half… Read More »
Top destinations stateside for Black culture
There are many destinations domestically that include African-American history and culture and this piece delves into those destinations, including New… Read More »
$59B hit from business travel slump seen for US hotels
The plunge in business travel is projected to cost US hotels $59 billion this year, with New York City the… Read More »
USTA: Vaccine mandates for domestic air travel unfair
The US Travel Association is opposed to vaccine mandates for domestic air travel, saying that it is unfair and will… Read More »
Startup offers cryptocurrency as travel perk
Fintech startup Fly Coin is reinventing the loyalty program by offering cryptocurrency as an alternative to the traditional miles. So… Read More »