Business travel lag sets off widespread economic decline
A sharp reduction in business travel that may last for years is having a ripple effect on the economy in… Read More »
Galactic Starcruiser hotel previewed on digital media
Disney World’s much-ballyhooed, partly built Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser hotel went on display via Instagram recently as the year of… Read More »
May opening set for Universal Beijing Resort in China
Pre-opening preparations are underway at the new Universal Beijing Resort in China ahead of its May opening. The resort will… Read More »
Travel advisors report uptick in sales
Travel advisors with Oasis Travel Network report that business is on the upswing as the pandemic recovery starts. CEO Lee… Read More »
SBA issues guidance for PPP first-draw loan increases, reapplications
The Small Business Administration has released guidance outlining processes for Paycheck Protection Program borrowers and banks to reapply for a… Read More »
Stressed out? Here’s a primer for helping yourself
Stress doesn’t have to be inevitable for hard-driving career-minded people, particularly if you build calm into your routines, exercise regularly… Read More »
WHO: Too many questions surround vaccinations
The World Health Organization stopped short of supporting proof of vaccinations for international travel, citing the limited availability of vaccines… Read More »
Dream vacations for wine lovers
Wine lovers will have a hard time picking from among these eight destinations famous for their vineyards and found in… Read More »
Prognostications for travel in 2021
Travel in 2021 will be busier in summer than spring, more domestic than international and involve longer trips with multiple… Read More »
Cruise lines, Key West have communication issue
Royal Caribbean Group CEO Richard Fain says the recent vote by Key West to limit the size of cruise ships… Read More »
All-vaccinated crews could put Singapore Airlines on top
The Singapore government is offering free coronavirus vaccinations to the gate agents, pilots and crew of Singapore Airlines. The airline… Read More »
Relief money can help agencies prepare for travel surge
ASTA’s Eben Peck is encouraging travel agencies to use their Paycheck Protection Program money to prepare for a surge in… Read More »
Small-business loan scam seeks personal information
Scammers masquerading as the “Small Business Administration Office of Disaster Assistance” are sending emails to small-business owners offering loans up… Read More »
Credit card issuers rethink rewards amid pandemic
Credit card issuers are shifting their rewards programs away from air travel-related incentives as the coronavirus pandemic has hindered travel…. Read More »
Set hotels to vaccine task, AHLA head urges Biden team
The CEO of the American Hotel and Lodging Association has offered the incoming Biden administration the enlistment of member properties… Read More »
Disneyland, airports, hotels volunteer for pandemic duty
The travel industry is stepping up to help fight the coronavirus pandemic, with airports serving as testing sites, hotels putting… Read More »
Travel advisors will shine in 2021
The chaos created for travelers by the coronavirus pandemic has boosted the value of travel advisors. In 2021, traveler advisors… Read More »
WTTC’s new mental health guidelines issued
The World Travel & Tourism Council has released new mental health and wellness guidelines to help the industry recover from… Read More »
Antarctica cruises planned by Adventures by Disney
Adventures by Disney is putting Antarctica and the Galapagos Islands on the itinerary for late 2021. Five 12-day voyages with… Read More »
LinkedIn schools brands on platform capabilities
LinkedIn Marketing Labs has been launched as an education tool for marketers who want to maximize advertising on the platform…. Read More »
European airlines begin downsizing routes
The economic stress caused by the pandemic has prompted Norwegian Air to cut its long-haul routes, while other European airlines… Read More »
$200 bonus, support services offered by Silverseas
Travel advisors who book one of 139 voyages with Silverseas Cruise can earn $200 bonus commissions as a show of… Read More »
D.C. hotels, airports brace for Inauguration Day strife
Hotels and airports in the Washington, D.C., area have beefed up security in anticipation of potential disruption of next week’s… Read More »
Online travel agencies watch lawsuit against JetBlue
The parent company of OneTravel and CheapOair, Fareportal, is suing JetBlue after it quit posting on the websites, a move… Read More »
Infographic: Optimal posting times for leading platforms
This Blog2Social infographic highlights the optimal times and frequency for social media posting to maximize consumer engagement on nine leading… Read More »
IRS releases business, carried interest rules
The IRS has finalized rules for deductibility of business interest and for carried interest, which were established as part of… Read More »