Israel’s Israir halts flying on Saturdays
Israir (6H, Tel Aviv Ben Gurion) has said that under its new ownership, it would stop flying on days of… Read More »
London City Airport launches new Passenger Travel Portal
As Britain gears up for a summer like no other, London City Airport has produced a new travel portal to help passengers… Read More »
Maldives offering vaccines to tourists
The Maldives has come up with a unique tourism campaign by offering to vaccinate tourists while they visit the islands…. Read More »
Finding the places where people can travel — now
Travel advisor Anne Scully of Embark decided to approach the pandemic travel problem as if it were a glass half… Read More »
How Calif. bought hotels to house the homeless
The pandemic has given California new tools and urgent motivation to find housing for the homeless. The state has used… Read More »
Va. Red Carpet Inn purchased to ease homelessness
A Red Carpet Inn in Charlottesville, Va., found a buyer recently — not a company but rather a coalition of… Read More »
Maui leaders, residents debate curbs on hotel growth
A proposed moratorium on hotel building in Maui, Hawaii, enjoys the backing of citizens concerned about post-pandemic overdevelopment but is… Read More »
Technology boosts return of automat concepts
Modern takes on the automat concept cater to contact-free restaurant practices that emerged from the COVID-19 pandemic. For example, Marriott… Read More »
Empathy, resilience are key to post-pandemic leadership
The pandemic has dramatically changed the way many of us work — and those changes aren’t likely to disappear once… Read More »
How to build a network with joy at the center
Rather than worry about what you’re missing, focus on “the joy of meeting others” to make networking about relationships rather… Read More »
Changing simple words can make you more powerful
Switching word choice can boost authority at work and lead to better outcomes. Instead of “you’re welcome” say “I’m happy… Read More »
State Department plans adjustment to travel advisories
The State Department plans to issue “do not travel” advisories based on COVID-19 rates that will put about 80% of… Read More »
Island of Dominica invites digital nomads for extended stay
If spending months in a green paradise isn’t enough to pique your interest, consider this: the island will soon be… Read More »
Expedia enhances tools in anticipation of demand surge
Expedia has made modifications to its app and website, in order to streamline the reservation and insurance process as travelers… Read More »
Air Canada extends Caribbean, Mexico suspension
With government restrictions unchanging, Air Canada will continue its suspension of flights to Mexico and the Caribbean through May. The… Read More »
United plans seatback entertainment on older aircraft
United Airlines plans to retrofit some older aircraft with seatback entertainment systems, as well as adding more overhead bin space… Read More »
Southwest plans two routes from Eugene, Ore.
Southwest Airlines has unveiled its plans for Eugene, Ore., which the airline is adding to its route map this summer…. Read More »
Alaska to offer vaccines at select airports
The state of Alaska plans to offer COVID-19 vaccinations to travelers at four airports. The program is to launch in… Read More »
United to resume Denver-Humboldt County, Calif. service
United Airlines will resume service June 3 between Denver and Humboldt County, Calif. The route has been suspended since April… Read More »
American cuts South American routes
American Airlines is suspending or reducing service to six South American cities, citing “reduced customer demand related to COVID-19.” The… Read More »
Holland America to offer “Have It All” cruises
Holland America will be offering special “Have It All” packages starting this week. The special is available on cruises from… Read More »
New ways for travel advisors to think about fees
A new survey by Travel Experts finds that travel advisors are changing their fee structures. The subscription model has a… Read More »