US Hotel Occupancy Levels Reach Highest Peak Since August
Last week, U.S. hotel occupancy reached its highest level since the summer rush in mid-August according to STR’s latest data… Read More »
Cruise Ships Will Return to Brazil by the End of the Year
Brazil’s government has approved the relaunch of cruise tourism to the country in 2021 and 2022. Six combined vessels from… Read More »
Court denies My Indo Airlines bid to restructure Garuda debt
A panel of judges at Central Jakarta District Court has rejected an attempt by My Indo Airlines (2Y, Jakarta Halim)… Read More »
JAL joins electric wave with order for 50+50 VA-X4s
JAL – Japan Airlines (JL, Tokyo Haneda) has formed a partnership with Avolon-e, the electric aircraft wing of lessor Avolon,… Read More »
Thai AirAsia parent to raise $419mn as Thailand reopens
Asia Aviation PCL (AAV), the parent company of Thai AirAsia (FD, Bangkok Don Mueang), has said it is seeking to… Read More »
COVID forces Aeronexus to sell/lease-back its only 767-300
South African charter company Aeronexus Corporate (ARN, London Stansted) has been forced to sell and lease back its single 96-seater… Read More »
India’s first seaplane operations in limbo
India’s first seaplane service by SpiceJet subsidiary SpiceShuttle (SG, Delhi Int’l) remains grounded six months after it suspended operations citing… Read More »
The cheapest way to ‘own’ a superyacht? Buy an apartment on one
Travelers who fantasize about owning a superyacht may be able to turn their dreams into reality — at a much… Read More »
Comment: Hotels should check into hostels on way back
Hotel chains could enhance their recovery efforts by studying his industry, which operated in the so-called “new normal” way long… Read More »
Is breakfast on? Hotels chided for fuzzy updates info
Pre-pandemic amenities such as free hot breakfast and happy hour treats that hotel guests used to take for granted are… Read More »
NYC Planning Commission approves hotel permit rule
The New York City Planning Commission approved a zoning text amendment Tuesday that institutes a permit requirement for new hotel… Read More »
Marriott loyalty agent PlacePass bought by Hopper
Startup PlacePass, which operates Marriott International’s loyalty program, has been acquired by online travel and tech agency Hopper. In addition… Read More »
Putting final touches on the Ritz-Carlton
The 45-story Ritz-Carlton Hotel and Residences are nearly complete and expected to open early next year at 1185 Broadway in… Read More »
MGM Resorts puts 11 Picassos on block, seeking $100M
MGM Resorts is auctioning off its store of 11 Pablo Picasso works by way of clearing room for a more… Read More »
Nov. 1 reopening coming to Hawaii as pandemic eases
The long wait for full access to Hawaii will end Nov. 1, Gov. David Ige proclaimed Tuesday, citing a decline… Read More »
Survey: Long lines a top concern for travelers
Travelers are most worried about long lines and overcrowding (39%) and changing travel restrictions (36%), a new survey from TripIt… Read More »
Passenger fees to rise at Heathrow
Heathrow Airport, the UK’s busiest airport, can raise passenger fees between $33.76 and $47.41, the UK’s Civil Aviation Authority has… Read More »
American Airlines resumes service to Martinique
American Airlines will resume weekly flights to the Eastern Caribbean island of Martinique Nov. 6 and add two more weekly… Read More »
TSA: AI and biometrics will change airport security
Dan McCoy, chief innovation officer for the Transportation Security Administration, said the day is coming when biometrics, mobile IDs and… Read More »
Southwest CEO notes “sharp” uptick in demand
Southwest CEO Gary Kelly pointed to “strong” bookings for the upcoming holiday travel period as a significant indicator of the… Read More »
American, Southwest report growth in Jamaica demand
Data from Southwest Airlines and American Airlines indicate that demand for flights to Jamaica is rebounding to pre-pandemic levels, said… Read More »
United Airlines adds more premium economy seats
United Airlines said it will retrofit Boeing 767-300ERs with premium economy seats and offer a premium economy cabin on its… Read More »
Fla. airport adds express lanes for passengers without bags
Tampa International Airport is opening express lanes for dropping off and picking up passengers who have no checked baggage. The… Read More »
A4A: Competition keeps air travel affordable, accessible
The price of flying in 2020 was 60% lower than it was in 1980, Airlines for America reports, and 87%… Read More »
Delta boosts New York City schedule for fall
Delta Air Lines is adding more than 100 daily flights to New York City’s two airports this fall, boosting total… Read More »
American CEO expects return of business, international trips
Doug Parker, CEO of American Airlines, predicted an uptick in demand for both international and business travel over the coming… Read More »