Delta CEO: Vaccinations key to open international travel
“Tests and vaccinations are the answer, not quarantine,” Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian said in an interview, adding: “Vaccination… Read More »
$1.4B purchase by Hilton Grand Vacations signals upturn
Hilton Grand Vacations, a timeshare spinoff from Hilton Worldwide, says it plans to purchase Diamond Resorts International for $1.4 billion…. Read More »
Veteran advisor finds niche as wellness consultant
Travel industry veteran Edyta Satchell turned her own health issues into a niche business, Satchelle Global Travel Wellness. She serves… Read More »
Buttigieg: Domestic testing mandate under discussion
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg confirmed that the Biden administration is having “an active conversation” about the possibility of requiring COVID-19… Read More »
Failed French canal turns into Mangalasy haunt
An ambitious 19th century project to outdo the Panama Canal, has left the intriguing Pangalanes canal in Madagascar. Travelers can… Read More »
Travel advisors favor flexibility for vaccine mandates
Travel advisors think there needs to be flexibility around requiring travelers to have a coronavirus vaccination because of the limited… Read More »
Rail Europe stops tours, leaves USTOA
Rail Europe North America Inc. has stopped selling tour packages and has dropped its membership in U.S. Tour Operators Association…. Read More »
ASTA seeks $9.3B in federal grants for travel advisors
ASTA is asking Congress for $9.3 billion in emergency aid for the travel industry and to allow agencies to receive… Read More »
The Londoner Macao debuts at Cotai Strip in China
The first phase of The Londoner Macao opens Monday at the Cotai Strip in China, just in time for the… Read More »
PPP guidance specifies gross income as funding basis
Independent contractors and sole proprietors can determine their allotment of Paycheck Protection Program funds using gross income, rather than net… Read More »
Simple steps to boosting LinkedIn engagement
Executives can enhance LinkedIn personal and brand building and engagement by posting two to three times each week and no… Read More »
Too much of a mask is a bad thing for United
Airlines insist passengers wear masks, but some masks are too much for some airlines. United refused to seat two men… Read More »
WTTC: Travelers, not countries are “high risk”
The World Travel & Tourism Council wants to replace the idea of “high-risk countries” with “high-risk travelers,” saying the label… Read More »
Texas-size deal: $95K per night for whole hotel
Those for whom a pandemic-era getaway seems priceless can put their desire to the test at a hotel in downtown… Read More »
Trend: Laid-off advisors, have portfolio, will travel
Layoffs at large travel agencies has been a boon for travel agency groups that have been hiring unemployed travel advisors… Read More »
Why businesses should pretend to start over
Business owners can conquer the next phase of the COVID-19 pandemic by adopting the approach of a brand new company,… Read More »
Valuable social platform tools, trends to tap in 2021
Experts predict that 4 billion people will be active on social media before 2021 ends, and Syed Balkhi recommends that… Read More »
Cruises banned by Canada until March 2022
Canada is banning cruise ships in its waters until the end of March 2022. The government is advising all Canadians… Read More »
Aspen Club in Colo. to live again as fitness destination
The tennis and fitness club once famous for its sports stars and celebrities will be transformed into a health and… Read More »
Silversea adds S.A.L.T. to its cruise menu
Silversea’s Silver Moon will feature its S.A.L.T. program on a Mediterranean cruise with chefs on board to share their expertise… Read More »
Health, safety drive strategies for LGBTQ travel firms
LGBTQ travel advisors say their clients are looking for destinations closer to home with small groups and an emphasis on… Read More »
Expert tips to simplify PPP application, forgiveness
Opening a business checking account specifically for Paycheck Protection Program funds will simplify forgiveness applications, says Edward Barry, CEO of… Read More »