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 »