Enjoy “The Book Butler” when you stay at The Ben West Palm

The Ben West Palm, an Autograph Collection Hotel recently announced the launch of “The Book Butler” program. We love this… Read More »
Biometrics partnerships move toward touchless airports

Frequent Flyers on United Airlines, Air Canada and other Star Alliance airlines will be able to use touchless biometrics services… Read More »
CDC OKs cruises for fully vaccinated passengers

The CDC has approved cruises for fully vaccinated people and recommended they be tested before and after their trips. In… Read More »
Fake reviews affect $4.1B in travel spending

Fake reviews on travel sites will affect $4.1 billion in consumer spending, says a new study by the University of… Read More »
Nev. casino first in area to use Autonomous Security Robot

Grand Sierra Resort and Casino’s newest security officer in the Reno, Nev., facility is a Knightscope K5 Autonomous Security Robot… Read More »
Whitbread looking skyward after uptick in low times

The UK’s travel restrictions couldn’t keep Premier Inn owner Whitbread PLC from enjoying a rise in bookings and share value… Read More »
What pandemic? Wyndham pipeline nearly matches norm

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts spent the pandemic replenishing its pipeline to roughly 90% of the previous year’s level, making nearly… Read More »
Plan application filed for Blackpool Central in England

Blackpool Council has received a planning application for the proposed Blackpool Central project in England. The $417 million project, which… Read More »
$750M tower would bring upscale hotel, condos to Dallas

A 250-room luxury hotel and 100 condominium homes are envisioned for a Dallas tower that Boston and local developers seek… Read More »
NYC charts exit of 8,000 homeless people from hotels

About 8,000 homeless people who were placed in 60 New York City hotels to shield them from the coronavirus will… Read More »
Pilot honors first flight with his father

Anselm Dewar, a captain for Envoy Air, an American Airlines regional subsidiary, made a special announcement on a June 5… Read More »
Airlines update weight data for FAA

The Federal Aviation Administration is requiring airlines to update their estimates of passengers’ weight. American Airlines, whose plan is the… Read More »
Airline app downloads rise 311% as travelers return

As travelers gear up for long-delayed vacations, downloads of airline apps were up 311% in May compared with May 2020…. Read More »
New demands spike airports’ interest in technology

Demand for more touch-free services and improved operations have accelerated airports’ interest in technology such as biometrics and customer feedback… Read More »
A4A exec outlines need to scale up sustainable aviation fuel

Airlines for America has pledged to have two billion gallons of sustainable aviation fuel available by 2030, but it will… Read More »
American, CareNow partner to offer rapid COVID-19 testing

American Airlines is working with California-based CareNow clinics to offer onsite rapid or PCR COVID testing for passengers traveling to… Read More »
Alaska Airlines adds route from Phoenix to Idaho

Alaska Airlines is adding service from Phoenix to Boise, Idaho. The airline has also finalized its deal with the University… Read More »
Delta, UPS recognized for corporate citizenship

Points of Light has included Delta Air Lines and UPS among its “Civic 50” for 2021, honoring them for corporate citizenship and… Read More »
Reflecting on Juneteenth

Airlines for America join others around the nation in the celebration of the significance and importance of Juneteenth. The new… Read More »
Celebrating Southwest’s unique history on its 50th birthday

Southwest Airlines, the airline that debuted with about 1,000 employees and a dozen planes alongside print ads featuring hot pants… Read More »
AUA Airport Congratulates Southwest Airlines

#DidYouKnow Our partner for almost 7 years is celebrating their 50th years of service today! Southwest Airlines’ love fest began… Read More »
New test center for Covid-19 PCR and antibody tests at Arlanda

As the world now slowly opens up and we can soon travel again, there is strong demand from passengers and… Read More »