More action needed in supporting Black-owned businesses
Inclusion strategist Denise Hamilton offers a candid look at the challenges Black-owned businesses have faced, in comparison to their white… Read More »
NOLA restaurant, hospitality industries address racial inequity
Hospitality-focused non-profit Made in New Orleans is launching an initiative that offers restaurant owners an opportunity to address racial disparities… Read More »
Investment to boost firms started by women of color
Venture capital group Fearless Fund, which invests in businesses started by women of color, will receive millions of dollars from… Read More »
Forbes releases 2021 Best Employers for Diversity list
Forbes has released its fourth annual America’s Best Employers For Diversity list, which shows that education and insurance firms like… Read More »
Improve diversity by updating hiring processes
Business owners can often encourage greater diversity during the hiring process by sharing job postings in more places to expand… Read More »
Paycheck Fairness Act passes the House
The US House has passed The Paycheck Fairness Act — a bill aiming to increase workplace protections for female workers… Read More »
Bush urges leaders to be more respectful of immigrants
Former President George W. Bush encouraged Congress to adopt a more respectful tone when debating the plight of the immigrant… Read More »
New Camp Cedar resort coming to Kings Island in Ohio
Reporters got a sneak peek Thursday on the construction site of the new Camp Cedar outdoor resort, which is set… 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 »
Green ideals meet hotel green light in Asheville, N.C.
The regime for hotel development adopted by Asheville, N.C., after a 17-month moratorium on new properties includes incentives for sustainability… 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 »
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 »
American plans 90% domestic capacity this summer
American Airlines plans to operate more than 90% of the domestic schedule and 80% of the international capacity it flew… 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 »
FedEx close to deal on Wash. airport facility
FedEx could be operating out of Paine Field in Everett, Wash., by the end of 2021. The company is reportedly… Read More »
Reagan National debuts concourse, retires infamous gate
Washington, D.C.-area Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport has unveiled a 14-gate passenger concourse, and will soon close the unpopular Gate… 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 »
Atlas Air founder’s aviation success story
Michael Chowdry’s love of aviation took the Pakistani immigrant from a crop dusting gig to success as the founder of… Read More »
How to meet today’s estimated tax deadline
Tax experts discuss how sole proprietors, partners and S corporations should figure and pay the first of the estimated quarterly… Read More »
Airline ticket sales skyrocket 82% in March
Airline ticket sales by travel agencies jumped 82% in March over February, ARC reports. Passenger trips rose by 54% for… 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 »
Destination marketer raises $3M in seed funding
Startup Bandwango has raised $3 million in seed funding. The startup, which has more than 200 clients, helps destinations market… Read More »
Los Angeles welcomes back tourists
The Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board created an in-house campaign, produced by Plus Plus, which is encouraging visitors by… Read More »