EU court orders re-evaluation of aid for Germany’s Condor
The General Court of the European Union annulled, on June 9, the European Commission’s approval of EUR550 million euro (USD670… Read More »
Kenya Airways turns to consultants again
Kenya Airways (KQ, Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta) has appointed Steer Group to guide it on the most viable turnaround strategy in… Read More »
Qantas workforce infiltrated by organised crime
Qantas (QF, Sydney Kingsford Smith) has labelled as “disturbing” an Australian news report claiming the airline has been infiltrated by… Read More »
Southwest Airlines bumps B737 MAX 7 order book
Southwest Airlines (WN, Dallas Love Field) has firmed thirty-four B737-7 options, with deliveries scheduled for 2022. The low-cost carrier said… Read More »
Brazil’s Azul proposes bond issue of up to $500mn
Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras (AD, Sao Paulo Viracopos) is planning to issue up to USD500 million worth of five-year to… Read More »
Vietjet to trial IATA Travel Pass for international flights
Pioneering in providing innovative solutions as well as constantly striving to bring the best experiences to customers, Vietjet participates in… Read More »
“China’s Devil Wears Prada” says why it is no longer cool to be a crazy rich Asian in China
Is 650 yuan ($101; £72) enough to cover a day’s meals? Not according to Su Mang, the former editor-in-chief of… Read More »
Apple is serious about building an electric car to compete with Tesla
Apple has hired Ulrich Kranz, a former senior executive at BMW who focused on electric cars, Apple confirmed to CNBC’s Phil LeBeau on… Read More »
EU airlines seek to weaken passenger compensation and refund rights
European airlines said on Thursday they will seek to weaken passenger compensation and refund rights in the wake of the… Read More »
Once upon a time, recruiting talent got easier
Telling the story behind a company’s values facilitates recruiting by attracting talent that fits the business’ needs, recruitment executive Kathleen… Read More »
Southwest fetes student who checked in a pool noodle
When a college student checked in a pool noodle to test Southwest Airlines’ free baggage policy — and win a… Read More »
Vegas casinos line up July 4 fireworks as tourism explodes
As visitors return to Las Vegas in droves, several casino-hotels on the Strip have announced plans to resume fireworks celebrations… Read More »
Vacation rental companies that work with advisors
Travel advisors have traditionally not worked with vacation rental companies, which have marketed directly to consumers, but the high demand… Read More »
Variety of wellness activities on hand at Miraval resort
Miraval arrived in Lenox, Mass., last summer with the opening of Berkshires Resort & Spa, a comprehensive spa resort. Salon… Read More »
Town Hall series returns for 2021
The ISPA Town Hall virtual series is back for 2021, with the first session taking place at 2 p.m. EDT… Read More »
Dogs may innately understand humans’ social cues
Some very young puppies reciprocate the human gaze and take social cues from human eye contact and gestures, says Emily… Read More »
SBA has options for financial assistance beyond the PPP
The SBA closed the Paycheck Protection Program to applicants after disbursing $798 billion in loans to 8.5 million small businesses,… Read More »
Why trust needs consistency from leaders and brands
Employees and customers alike respond to brands and leaders who demonstrate consistent, regular communication, behavior and values, says Denise Lee… Read More »
How well do you know your business’s numbers?
Understanding key financial metrics is critical to small-business success, columnist Amy Osmond Cook writes. Business owners should be able to… Read More »
Airlines urge G7 nations to reopen travel
As vaccination rates continue to increase, US and UK airlines have been urging the easing of travel restrictions between the… Read More »
Grande plans “God is a Woman” beauty line
Singer Ariana Grande is reportedly developing a beauty line branded for her 2018 song “God is a Woman.” Perfumes, bath… Read More »
Chinese spa features designs inspired by nature
This design review of the Yue Fangquan SPA in Wuhan, China, highlights the facility’s “gentle curves, warm earthy tones, and… Read More »
UK hotel introduces Watermelon Sugar High Spa Day
The spa at the Abbey Hotel in Redditch, UK, is hosting the “Watermelon Sugar High Spa Day,” with Harry Styles-themed… Read More »
Public’s Ian Schrager approaches reopening as reset
The creator of the Public brand of luxury hospitality says he plans to expand to other major markets as he… Read More »
New owner of NOLA’s Frenchmen Hotel looks ahead
Restaurateur Robert Thompson has more New Orleans acquisitions in mind after joining a national trend toward purchases of smaller hotels… Read More »
Ex-Red Lion CEO starts Victory Hotel Group
A new company formed by former Red Lion Hotels CEO Greg Mount will provide hospitality consulting in the branded midscale… Read More »