USA Travel News

Cruise

Windstar Cruises reveals new Caribbean and Central America Cruises

Kristin Mariano Aug 12, 2022

Windstar Cruises has just the thing to shake off the winter blahs. The small ship cruise line has drawn up a new beach bum’s delight of an itinerary beginning winter of 2023. Beach Fun…

Features

Long-haul destinations make a comeback, says Expedia

Megha Paul Aug 11, 2022

The return of long-haul and international family travel, higher hotel average daily rates and higher average ticket prices in Q2 have been witnessed

Tourism

Business travellers set to see air fares rise by 8.4%, hotel rates by 8.2%

Megha Paul Aug 11, 2022

Rising fuel prices, labour shortages, and inflationary pressures in raw material costs are the primary drivers of the expected price growth

Travel Tech

Virtuoso launches its first-ever Travel Tech Summit

Kristin Mariano Aug 11, 2022

Virtuoso is hosting its first-ever Travel Tech Summit, taking place on 14 August at ARIA Resort & Casino during its Virtuoso Travel Week event. The summit will consist of three…

Tourism

Las Vegas leads US tourism recovery

Megha Paul Aug 10, 2022

Some 244,033 of these arrivals were international passengers, up 357 per cent from the previous year, proving that Las Vegas is more popular than ever

Charity / Sustainability / CSR

Sustainability in the mountains

Kristin Mariano Aug 10, 2022

Recent research unveiled by Booking.com in its Sustainable Travel Report 2022 found that 81% of travellers confirm that sustainable travel is important to them, with 50% saying that…

Airlines and Aviation

Boeing To Open A Sustainability Research Centre In Japan

Joe Cusmano Aug 5, 2022

Boeing will fortify its relationship with Japan by establishing a new Boeing Research and Technology (BR&T) centre. The facility will emphasise sustainability and complement a…

Hospitality

Rosewood Hotels & Resorts announces Rosewood Residences Beverly Hills

Kristin Mariano Aug 5, 2022

Rosewood Hotels & Resorts continues to grow its portfolio of exceptional residences with the announcement of Rosewood Residences Beverly Hills, the brand’s first standalone…

Appointment announcement

Hyatt Centric Old Town Alexandria names Kelly Catherine as new director of sales and marketing

Kristin Mariano Aug 5, 2022

Following over 11 years in various hotel sales roles, Kelly Catherine joins Hyatt Centric Old Town Alexandria as Director of Sales and Marketing. Beginning her hospitality career as a…

Tourism

CWT bats for protection of children in tourism

Megha Paul Aug 4, 2022

CWT has committed to uphold the six criteria of The Code, including establishing policies and procedures, training employees, implementing contractual clauses, providing information to…

Airlines and Aviation

American Airlines Bankruptcy Risk Grows

Joe Cusmano Aug 3, 2022

Market conditions and management decisions have increased the potential of American Airlines declaring bankruptcy; this is yet another risk for shareholders of American Airlines.…

Hospitality

Play on! Moxy Hotels unveils augmented reality experience in Asia Pacific

Megha Paul Aug 3, 2022

Designed for the young-at-heart, Moxy boldly breaks the rules of a conventional hotel stay, bringing its “Play On” experiences from the hotel to the virtual world through the Moxy Universe

Tourism

Tourism in Mexico surpasses 2019 levels

Megha Paul Aug 2, 2022

International arrivals from January to June 2022 were up 1.5% from the 10.11 million tourists who arrived in Mexico in the first half of 2019

OTAs & Tour Operators

Space mission offers adventure like no other

Kristin Mariano Aug 2, 2022

Imagine the physical and mental rush of climbing the Himalayas, which boasts Earth’s iciest, tallest peaks. Imagine the excitement of traversing the world’s seas by ship and…

Hospitality

Hilton raises 2022 profit forecast on strong travel demand

Megha Paul Aug 1, 2022

The hotel industry has benefited from people spending on travel as well as hotel stays, though rising interest rates and tight financial conditions are stoking fears of a recession

Global

Boeing and Cambridge University launch project to speed up decarbonisation of aviation sector

Megha Paul Aug 1, 2022

Boeing will engage in modeling pathways to a more sustainable aviation future with the University of Cambridge. The team will undertake detailed scenario-based analysis using the interactive…

Tourism

10 alternative North American adventures to take before summer ends

Kristin Mariano Aug 1, 2022

As we move into the last month of summer, here are 10 alternative summer holidays to swap crowded beaches for beautiful mountains and spacious National Parks. The Everglades National…

Hospitality

IHG announces new partnerships to combat human trafficking

Megha Paul Jul 29, 2022

Senior advisors from both organisations will also join IHG’s anti-human trafficking steering committee and provide subject matter expertise for the company’s initiatives to deter criminal…

Tourism

The Yosemite less-travelled

Kristin Mariano Jul 29, 2022

Yosemite National Park, famous for its iconic granite monoliths and rushing waterfalls, has a quieter, less crowded side.

Tourism

10 expert tips for budget-friendly travelling

Kristin Mariano Jul 29, 2022

Google search interest for the phrase 'cheap summer holiday' has risen by almost 167% in the past month, as people look for budget-friendly getaways to recharge after two years of travel…

Tourism

Take a bite out of Colorado this summer

Kristin Mariano Jul 28, 2022

Colorado prides itself on farm-to-table cuisine, with many of its restaurants serving up tasty dishes made using the freshest, local produce. Food, drink and community are at the heart…

Travel Tech

Here’s where hackers compromise travellers during their holiday

Kristin Mariano Jul 27, 2022

According to recent research by NordVPN, 1 in 4 travellers have been hacked when using public Wi-Fi while travelling abroad. Most of those hacks happen while travellers are in transit at…

Appointments

Blossom Hotel Houston appoints michelin-starred Chef Ho Chee Boon to lead all culinary programming at luxury property

Chris Head Jul 26, 2022

Exciting Developments in the Hotel’s Culinary Programming to Debut in the Coming Months, Including Duck House by Boon, Blossom Club Chef’s Table, New Japanese dining destination, Blossom…

Hospitality

Hilton rolls out first global brand platform ‘Hilton. For The Stay’

Megha Paul Jul 26, 2022

Hilton is shaking up hotel marketing and advertising with the announcement of its first global brand platform that identifies what has been missing from hotel marketing – the hotel stay

Features

Virtuoso partners with Virgin Galactic for ticket sales referral program

Kristin Mariano Jul 25, 2022

Virtuoso and Virgin Galactic have announced a strategic partnership to make a limited number of seats for Virgin Galactic’s spaceflight experience available to Virtuoso’s global client…

Air

Demand for 41,000 new jets by 2041: Boeing

Megha Paul Jul 22, 2022

Boeing has projected demand for more than 41,000 new airplanes through 2041, underscoring aviation industry resilience two years after the pandemic began

Features

8 in 10 consumers make travel choices based on representation in travel advertising, says Expedia

Megha Paul Jul 21, 2022

The Inclusive Travel Insights Report: Understanding Traveler Values & Opportunities for Marketers, builds on the recent findings about environmentally responsible travel highlighted in…

Tourism

What’s new in California this summer?

Kristin Mariano Jul 21, 2022

From new hotels and attractions to the best outdoors activities and culinary experiences, here are nine places that you should keep on your radar when heading to the Golden State this…

Features

USA’s best summer hiking trails

Kristin Mariano Jul 19, 2022

Soak up sunshine and crisp mountain air in North America this summer. Here’s four of the best hiking trails to explore in California, Colorado and Utah.

Tourism

NYC & Company calls visitors to Staten Island

Megha Paul Jul 18, 2022

NYC & Company is inviting locals and visitors alike to Staten Island Like a New Yorker as part of the organization’s Get Local NYC initiative

Airlines and Aviation

JetBlue cuts queues

Malcolm Ginsberg Jul 18, 2022

A British company has partnered with New York based jetBlue Airways to reduce queues for international flights. On 12 January 2021, The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention…

Cruise

Princess Cruises marks year-round sailings from Los Angeles

Megha Paul Jul 14, 2022

This will mark the line’s first-ever summer season to Mexico, Hawaii, and the California Coast, with Emerald Princess sailing on a series of voyages ranging from five- to 16-days between May…

TD Syndicated Partner

Air passenger travel between US and Europe up 443%

Harry Johnson Jul 12, 2022

Non-U.S. Citizen Air Passenger Arrivals to the United States from foreign countries, totaled 3.530 million Air passenger travel between US and Europe up 443%

car rental

International visitor US travel spending up nearly 105%

Harry Johnson Jul 11, 2022

International visitors spent $12.6 billion on travel to, and tourism-related activities within, the United States International visitor US travel spending up nearly 105%

Tourism

Most dangerous and safest US travel destinations by cybercrime in 2022

Kristin Mariano Jul 7, 2022

The summertime is synonymous with the travel season. Before departing for their destination, tourists frequently assess a variety of health and physical safety precautions; however, only a…

The Americans are coming! Record number of US tourists exploring UK by train this year

Kristin Mariano Jul 6, 2022

American tourists are booking rail tickets to explore the UK in record numbers this summer, according to new figures released today by Trainline, Europe’s leading train and coach app.…

Here are the US routes best suited for electric vehicles

Kristin Mariano Jul 1, 2022

InsureMyTrip examined relevant travel data for key road trip categories for the most popular road trip routes in the U.S to see which ones are best (and worst) equipped for electric…

TD Syndicated Partner

Almost all US hotels report staffing shortages

Linda S. Hohnholz Jun 30, 2022

Almost all hotels in the US are experiencing staffing shortages, and half report being severely understaffed. Almost all US hotels report staffing shortages

Hawaii

New Hawaii Tourism Marketing Contract on Hold

Juergen T Steinmetz Jun 30, 2022

Hawaii Tourism Authority was ordered by DBEDT to put the change of the Tourism Marketing Contract for a Native Hawaiian run agency on hold New Hawaii Tourism Marketing Contract on Hold

Charity / Sustainability / CSR

Affluent travellers willing to pay more for sustainable experiences

Kristin Mariano Jun 29, 2022

Results from a recent survey conducted by global travel network Virtuoso highlight how some of the world’s most discerning travellers view sustainable tourism. The results found that…

Tourism

OMG! Fund: Airbnb rolls out $10 million for the world’s craziest listing ideas

Megha Paul Jun 28, 2022

The fund's $10 million will help finance 100 of the craziest ideas, giving 100 people an opportunity to turn them into actual Airbnb OMG! Category listings, which are Airbnb’s collection of…

Global

KAYAK launches maiden travel hacker guide

Megha Paul Jun 27, 2022

Travel Hacker Guide: Wedding Edition will help guests confidently plan wedding-related travel and get the best deal, highlighting KAYAK tools, like Price Predictor, Fare Freeze and Price…

Tourism

One third of Americans are more likely to travel internationally now

Megha Paul Jun 24, 2022

36% of Americans are more likely to travel outside the U.S. within the next six months because the testing requirement has been lifted. 44% of Americans said the news does not impact their…

9 alternative American adventures

Kristin Mariano Jun 21, 2022

With tourists set to return in droves to the major hubs, forgo old favourites and go off the beaten path with these nine alternative destinations. Wide-open spaces in Yosemite’s…

Hospitality

Airbnb launches new safety product for solo travellers

Kristin Mariano Jun 17, 2022

Airbnb strives to be a place where anyone can belong and feel safe while travelling. One strength is in the flexibility we offer to our guests through our over 6 million listings. From…

Hotels

Blossom Hotel Houston presents special packages and promotion for the summer season

Chris Head Jun 16, 2022

Blossom Hotel Houston, the newest luxury property to open in Houston, is celebrating the summer season with special packages and promotions. From now until Labor Day, guests can plan a…

United States

Cruising on Alaskan Cruises from Canada on Princess Cruises now made easier

Kristin Mariano Jun 16, 2022

Princess Cruises applauds the US Centers of Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) decision to lift the COVID-19 testing requirement for entering the U.S. beginning June 12

Tourism

End to US covid-test brake fantastic news for Aussies

Kristin Mariano Jun 13, 2022

From 12 June, passengers will be able to board flights to the US without a negative coronavirus test.

Tourism

Travel sector to create six million US jobs, says WTTC

Megha Paul Jun 10, 2022

Between 2022 and 2032, jobs in the U.S. travel and tourism could grow at an average rate of 3.9% annually, representing a 47% increase from 2022 expected job levels

Hotels

1 Hotel San Francisco is now open

Kristin Mariano Jun 10, 2022

1 Hotels, the luxury lifestyle hotel brand inspired by nature, has announced the opening of 1 Hotel San Francisco, the mission-driven luxury hospitality brand's second California…

TD Syndicated Partner

New United Flight to Brisbane brings tourism opportunities

Juergen T Steinmetz Jun 8, 2022

eTurboNews | eTN Tourism in Australia and the United States will get a sizable push later this year. You cannot book the flight yet on united.com, but the Queensland Government and Brisbane…

Travel Advisors Speak Out on Inbound Testing on International Travel

Linda S. Hohnholz Jun 7, 2022

eTurboNews | eTN American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA) President and CEO Zane Kerby issued the following statement in advance of today’s Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation…

Air

JetBlue becomes first airline to start LGBTQ+ safe spaces certification

Megha Paul Jun 6, 2022

JetBlue is commemorating Pride Month with a series of events and support for LGBTQ+ organizations and partners throughout June and beyond

Travel Tech

Uber rolls out new services for sun-seekers across the Mediterranean

Kristin Mariano Jun 3, 2022

Uber is preparing for the biggest summer of tourism on record, by launching the Uber app across some of Europe’s most popular sun-soaked destinations.

CWT launches new subscription fee model to simplify pricing and billing

Megha Paul Jun 2, 2022

CWT, the business-to-business-for-employees (B2B4E) travel management platform, has introduced a new subscription fee model to offer its customers simple and transparent pricing and billing

Tourism

American Express Global Business Travel becomes publicly traded firm

Megha Paul Jun 1, 2022

With strategic initiatives over the last few years, including complementary accretive acquisitions, product and technology enhancements and lasting cost reductions, the company is now…

GDS / CRS

Here comes the sun: Latest Sabre survey reveals 5 key travel trends

Kristin Mariano May 25, 2022

The latest Sabre survey results revealed several key travel trends that are truly gamechangers in the industry.

Hospitality

5 trends powering the vacation rental industry

Kristin Mariano May 25, 2022

Hostaway has revealed major trends powering the industry ahead of the 2022 summer season from their data. Long-stays are the new way to travel Hot off the news that Airbnb’s…

Airlines and Aviation

American Airlines celebrates 40 years of service

Kristin Mariano May 23, 2022

On May 19, 1982, American Airlines flight 50 departed Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) for London's Gatwick Airport (LGW), marking the beginning of the airline’s operation in the U.K.’s capital.

Travel Tech

Sabre prioritises employee wellbeing with series of new initiatives

Kristin Mariano May 20, 2022

Sabre Corporation has launched a transformed employee wellbeing experience, aimed at fostering a supportive environment where people can thrive, learn, succeed and give back. The…

Appointments

TourRadar announces Sarah Roos-Essl as their new Director of Content.

Chris Head May 19, 2022

TourRadar, the world 's first Adventure Booking Platform, has announced San Francisco Bay Area tech veteran Sarah Roos-Essl as their new Director of Content.

TD Syndicated Partner

Air passenger travel between USA and Europe up 1,003%

Harry Johnson May 19, 2022

Air passenger travel between USA and Europe up 1,003% - Data recently released by the National Travel and Tourism Office (NTTO) show that in April 2022: U.S.-International air traffic…

Meet the new PATA Executive Board

Juergen T Steinmetz May 18, 2022

Meet the new PATA Executive Board - The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is pleased to announce the ratification of the new PATA Executive Board. Peter Semone has been formally…

OTAs & Tour Operators

Indians fifth largest international visitors to US

Megha Paul May 18, 2022

India emerged as the fifth largest supply nation for worldwide guests to the US in 2021 — up 5 spots from pre-pandemic 2019

Hospitality

A new Airbnb for a new world of travel

Kristin Mariano May 17, 2022

With a new way to search designed around Airbnb Categories, the innovative Split Stays feature, and AirCover for guests, this launch represents the biggest change to Airbnb in a decade. 

Tourism

Top 25 US States for adventure travel revealed

Kristin Mariano May 17, 2022

Having spent the last couple of years indoors in our homes and unable to travel, many of us are craving the excitement and wanderlust that comes with travelling to a new destination.

Golfing

4 best golf school vacation spots to visit in the USA

Chris Head May 16, 2022

Are you planning a vacation in 2022 to get away from all the hustle, bustle, and stress from the pandemic? Why not combine two of your favorite things, golf and vacation, to come back with a…

NYC & Company unveils travel guide highlighting halal-friendly establishments

Megha Paul May 13, 2022

NYC & Company, the official destination marketing organization and convention and visitors bureau for the five boroughs of New York City, launched a new centralised resource for locals…

Features

Hipcamp launches in UK, acquires Cool Camping

Kristin Mariano May 13, 2022

Hipcamp, the world’s largest provider of outdoor stays, has announced the acquisition of London-based Tripadee Ltd., and the full integration of its popular Cool Camping brand into the…

Tourism

VisitPITTSBURGH unveils agent training programme

Megha Paul May 12, 2022

VisitPITTSBURGH has teamed up with Pittsburgh International Airport for its first-ever training programme for UK agents

TD Syndicated Partner

Travel Hotspots Especially for Seniors

Editor May 12, 2022

Travel Hotspots Especially for Seniors - If you’re a senior over 60, you likely are making or enjoying a travel bucket list. It’s that time of life to retire, slow down from the rat race,…

Tourism

Sustainability Is Responsibility! USTOA hosts first summit

Megha Paul May 12, 2022

The summit will be held in collaboration with Visit Norway at Thon Hotel Nordlys in the Arctic city of Bodø—one of the country’s regions most vulnerable to climate change

Travel Tech

Sabre advances hotel retailing with acquisition of Nuvola

Kristin Mariano May 11, 2022

Sabre Corporation has announced its acquisition of Nuvola, a prominent provider of hotel service optimization and guest engagement software to hoteliers worldwide. The transaction…

TD Syndicated Partner

Heathrow: Unpredictability remains harsh reality

Harry Johnson May 10, 2022

Heathrow: Unpredictability remains harsh reality - 5 million passengers travelled through Heathrow in April, with outbound leisure travellers and Brits cashing in airline travel vouchers…

Tourism

Matt Goldberg becomes new CEO of Tripadvisor

Megha Paul May 9, 2022

Tripadvisor has announced that Matt Goldberg has been named its Chief Executive Officer, succeeding co-founder and long-time CEO, Stephen Kaufer

Tourism

Andersen to steer CWT further towards travel and events services

Megha Paul Apr 27, 2022

CWT has appointed Patrick Andersen as its next President and Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 May 2022

Amex GBT unveils suite of sustainable meeting and event solutions

Megha Paul Apr 25, 2022

New solutions for meetings and events will help organizations measure and reduce carbon emissions and achieve sustainability goals

Cruise

NCL makes cruise comeback in Hawaii

Megha Paul Apr 21, 2022

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has announced the return to service of Pride of America, the only cruise ship to sail Hawai’i year-round

Features

Americans are planning more summer trips and other 2022 travel trends

Kristin Mariano Apr 13, 2022

Travel insurance company Seven Corners has released data demonstrating how travellers are changing the way they think about and plan their summer vacations in 2022 compared to pre-pandemic…

Airlines and Aviation

Delta To Increases Frequency From Sydney

Joe Cusmano Apr 10, 2022

Delta Air Lines will increase frequencies on its nonstop transpacific service from Sydney to Los Angeles beginning 16 December 2022, just before Christmas.

Travel Tech

Guestline partners with Google to help hotels drive more direct bookings

Kristin Mariano Apr 8, 2022

Guestline offers hoteliers the opportunity to provide accurate rates directly to Google as part of a new connectivity partnership.

New York City invites travellers to Brooklyn Like A New Yorker

Megha Paul Apr 7, 2022

NYC & Company, New York City’s official destination marketing organisation and convention and visitors bureau for the five boroughs of New York City, has announced a new Get Local NYC…

Travel Tech

Cendyn Hospitality Cloud to drive direct hotel bookings

Kristin Mariano Apr 7, 2022

Cendyn has announced the launch of the new Cendyn Hospitality Cloud, including the release of the platform’s first applications, an industry-leading website content management system (CMS)…

Travel Tech

Amadeus partners with Microsoft to redefine the digital workplace for business travellers

Kristin Mariano Apr 6, 2022

Amadeus, in partnership with Microsoft, is taking the first step in their joint vision to redefine corporate travel: Cytric Travel & Expense, the Amadeus online booking and expense…

Features

US consumers are packing bags for travel in 2022

Megha Paul Apr 5, 2022

Travellers are ready and eager to travel in 2022, according to a new survey report released by arrivia

Cruise

US lifts ‘Travel Health Notice’ for cruising after two years

Megha Paul Apr 4, 2022

The CDC's voluntary guidance for cruise ship operators on COVID-19 prevention still remains in effect, and the agency still maintains a color-coded list of all cruise ships operating in the…

CWT unveils real-time carbon footprint indicators to help travellers make more sustainable choices

Megha Paul Mar 29, 2022

The new enhancement will provide travelers with insights into the potential environmental impact of a trip, enabling them to make more sustainable choices at the point of booking

Hit the road: 5 bucket list US road trips

Kristin Mariano Mar 29, 2022

Two years of lockdowns and border restrictions have made travellers eager to return to the open road. With the USA now firmly back on the map for UK travellers, discover some of the…

Air

Virgin Atlantic to launch new Orlando route this week

Megha Paul Mar 28, 2022

As the gateway to the highlands, the new service from Edinburgh Airport will provide travellers from Florida with a direct link to Scotland’s fascinating historic capital city

Airlines and Aviation

New Yorkers are one flight closer to New Zealand with non-stop flights between the NYC and Auckland

Kristin Mariano Mar 24, 2022

Getting to New Zealand just got easier. Today, Air New Zealand has announced its first flight from New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport to New Zealand will be on 17 September…

Travel Tech

Have suitcase, will travel: New research from Travelport highlights excitement to travel in 2022

Kristin Mariano Mar 22, 2022

Travelport has revealed a new survey that highlighted excitement to travel in 2022.

Hospitality

Hotelbeds joins hands with OYO to expand in the US

Megha Paul Mar 16, 2022

Hotelbeds has just announced a new partnership with OYO securing special rates and exclusive offers for its clients at the hotel chain's properties across the United States

Quarantine Free Travel

US extends travel mask mandate by one month

Megha Paul Mar 14, 2022

US Federal mask mandate on public transportation, which was set to expire March 18, will be extended for one month, according to an official at the Transportation Security Administration

Luxury Travel

Virtuoso reveals upcoming travel trends we should watch out for

Kristin Mariano Mar 11, 2022

Luxury and experiential travel company Virtuoso has identified when, where and why the affluent will be venturing in 2022.

War and Peace! 62% of Americans with travel plans in Europe concerned about war

Megha Paul Mar 9, 2022

62 percent of U.S. travelers cited concerns about the war in Ukraine spreading to nearby countries as a factor impacting plans to travel to Europe

Global

Marriott launches 8,000th property

Megha Paul Mar 8, 2022

Marriott International celebrated the opening of its 8,000th property – Marriott Bethesda Downtown at Marriott HQ, a 12-story stylish retreat adjacent to Marriott International's…

Airlines and Aviation

Air New Zealand To Fly Non-Stop To NYC This Year

Joe Cusmano Mar 4, 2022

Air New Zealand is launching a non-stop service between Auckland and New York City this year, making it one of the world’s longest flights.

Airlines and Aviation

American Airlines Suspends Sydney Flights

Joe Cusmano Mar 3, 2022

American Airlines has confirmed it will suspend flights from LA-Sydney from 5 May, in light of ongoing delivery delays on its fleet of Boeing 787 Dreamliners.

Cruise

Ready to Board! Consumers bet big on cruise travel in 2022

Megha Paul Mar 2, 2022

The overall sentiment from a recent survey conducted by arrivia shows consumers are optimistic about their 2022 cruise travel plans

Airlines and Aviation

Delta Cuts Ties With Russian Airline Aeroflot

Joe Cusmano Mar 1, 2022

Delta Airlines will no longer partner with Russian Aeroflot and has discontinued all codeshare and frequent flyer relationships due to the United States’ economic sanctions against the…

Air

Boeing Cannot Certify 787 Jets For Flight

Joe Cusmano Feb 24, 2022

Federal safety officials said they will keep the authority to approve Boeing 787 planes for flight rather than hand it back to the aircraft manufacturer, which has been unable to deliver any…

Mergers & Acquisitions

IQware Inc Acquires Megasys Hospitality Solutions

Kristin Mariano Feb 23, 2022

Hospitality technology provider IQware Inc has acquired Megasys Hospitality Solutions, a Hospitality Property Management Software company.

Airlines and Aviation

United Resumes Melbourne-San Francisco Flights in May

Joe Cusmano Feb 21, 2022

While United Airlines hasn’t been flying between Melbourne and the United States since a pandemic put life on hold, they have scheduled the return of its Melbourne to San Francisco route for…

Virgin Galactic Starts Selling Tickets to Space

Joe Cusmano Feb 18, 2022

Tickets for a trip to the edge of space can now be purchased from Virgin Galactic, making ticket sales public for the first time.

Cruise

Virgin Voyages celebrates grand opening of New Terminal V

Kristin Mariano Feb 16, 2022

Virgin Voyages, Richard Branson’s epic new cruise line, celebrated the long-awaited grand opening of Terminal V at PortMiami yesterday, ringing in the occasion with a mermaid-studded soiree.…

Tourism

CWT launches focus of $100 million technology, innovation and product investment plans

Megha Paul Feb 15, 2022

CWT, the business-to-business-for-employees (B2B4E) travel management platform, announced plans for its $100 million investment in the myCWT travel management platform

Blossom Hotel Houston celebrates grand opening on February 8

Chris Head Feb 10, 2022

Houston’s newest luxury property located in the heart of Space City, is pleased to announce its grand opening on Tuesday, February 8, celebrated with an innovative sand pouring opening…

US tourism will come back strongly this year: WTTC

Megha Paul Feb 10, 2022

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has predicted the United States tourism sector will strongly rebound this year

Travel Tech

CWT taps in AI to forecast customer travel demand

Megha Paul Feb 4, 2022

CWT, the Business-to-Business-for-Employees (B2B4E) travel management platform, and AI predictive analytics company ZYTLYN Technologies have embarked on a pilot initiative

Air

American Airlines and British Airways to unveil joint operations at JFK’s Terminal 8

Megha Paul Feb 4, 2022

American Airlines and British Airways announced more details regarding plans to co-locate operations at John F. Kennedy International Airport’s (JFK) Terminal 8 beginning December 1, 2022

Travel Tech

Space X Rocket Launch Postponed Seconds Before Lift-off

Joe Cusmano Feb 3, 2022

On Sunday, SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket was ready to lift off from Cape Canaveral, Florida, but a ‘hold’ order prompted the launch to be aborted only 34 seconds before liftoff.

Travel Tech

Egencia enhances travel approval with first of its kind AI recommendation tool

Kristin Mariano Feb 2, 2022

Egencia has launched a unique recommendation tool that uses machine learning to automatically generate personalised settings for their customers’ travel approval processes.

The US suspends 44 Chinese Airline Flights To China

Joe Cusmano Feb 1, 2022

The latest escalation in a spat over pandemic travel rules between the United States and China has resulted in the suspension of more than 30 flights operated by Chinese carriers over the…

Happy and You Know It! San Diego unveils new campaign

Megha Paul Jan 31, 2022

San Diego Tourism Authority's new campaign 'Happy and You Know It' includes a new television advert and multi-layered campaign assets

Vaccination Updates

Canada relaxes testing rules to ease travel from India

Megha Paul Jan 31, 2022

Canada said people travelling on direct flights or one-stop flight from India will no longer need to show negative RT PCR COVID test done within 18 hours ahead of the departure

Airlines and Aviation

American Airlines announced Huge Losses For 2021

Joe Cusmano Jan 29, 2022

American Airlines has reported a $5.4 billion financial deficit for 2021.

Airlines and Aviation

United Flight Turns Around Mid-Air After Two Passengers Sneak Into Business Class

Joe Cusmano Jan 29, 2022

After two passengers allegedly tried to sneak into business class, an international flight was forced to turn around mid-flight.

Appointments

The St. Regis San Francisco appoints Christopher Williams as Director of Restaurant Operations

Chris Head Jan 28, 2022

The St. Regis San Francisco, the city’s premier address for luxury accommodations, gracious service and timeless elegance, is pleased to announce the appointment of Christopher Williams to…

Air

Flight Returns To Miami After Passenger Refuses To Wear Mask

Joe Cusmano Jan 27, 2022

A passenger on an American Airlines aircraft to London refused to comply with the U.S federal mandate to wear a face mask. The flight was diverted back to Miami.

Airlines and Aviation

United Warns Omicron Delays Travel Recovery, Raises Costs

Joe Cusmano Jan 27, 2022

United Airlines claimed the latest increase of Covid-19 infections has hampered bookings and would further delay the airline’s recovery from the pandemic.

Young and wealthy lead rebound in US travel

Megha Paul Jan 27, 2022

Deloitte’s 2022 Travel Outlook has revealed this year will be about more than simply watching air passenger volumes increase

Luxury Travel

Why luxury tourism recovery quicker than budget tourism in the US

Kristin Mariano Jan 26, 2022

The pandemic has transformed many travellers into high-net-worth individuals and made the super-wealthy even wealthier, according to GlobalData.

What Was All The Fuss About Airlines And 5G In The U.S

Joe Cusmano Jan 24, 2022

The latest hurdle in a dispute over concerns that 5G mobile phone service could interfere with aeroplane equipment prompted major international airlines to cancel flights to the United…

Wellness, bleisure and hunt for new deals: Expedia reveals travel outlook for 2022

Megha Paul Jan 24, 2022

Expedia Group has released a new report called Traveller Value Index: 2022 Outlook, based on a new study conducted in collaboration with Wakefield Research among 5,500 adults across eight…

New Airbnb offering: Live for a year in a restored ‘1 Euro’ Sicilian home

Megha Paul Jan 20, 2022

Airbnb is on the search for the ideal candidate to live rent-free for a year and host a decayed-turned-designer Italian heritage home

Reopening updates

Entry Requirements To Hawaii Could Change Soon

Joe Cusmano Jan 18, 2022

Hawaii is one of the strictest COVID states, if not the most rigorous.

Tourism

Former Head Of FDA In The U.S Says Omicron Might Fade In Weeks

Joe Cusmano Jan 18, 2022

Last Thursday, one of the country’s most well-known health experts had some excellent news for travellers and the travel industry in the United States.

Airlines and Aviation

3,000 United Airlines Employees Test Positive

Joe Cusmano Jan 15, 2022

We think Omicron is wreaking havoc on the airline industry in Australia, we aren’t the only ones who have been affected.

Woman Quarantines in Plane Lavatory After Testing Positive for COVID-19

Joe Cusmano Jan 11, 2022

After testing positive for COVID-19 mid-flight, a woman described her five-hour quarantine experience in a plane restroom.

Asia’s richest man checks into New York! Reliance buys Mandarin Oriental in NYC for $270 million

Megha Paul Jan 10, 2022

Reliance Industries (RIL) said its wholly owned subsidiary Reliance Industrial Investments and Holdings Limited (RIIHL) has signed an agreement to acquire 73.37 per cent stake in Mandarin…

Air

Thousands Of U.S. Flights Cancelled Due To Weather And Omicron

Joe Cusmano Jan 10, 2022

Airlines in the United States have been forced to postpone more flights than usual during the holiday season.

Best ski resorts in the US for families

Kristin Mariano Jan 7, 2022

The best ski resorts for families in the US are:

New York City launches first-ever NYC Hotel Week

Megha Paul Jan 5, 2022

NYC & Company, New York City’s official destination marketing organisation and convention and visitors bureau, has launched its first-ever NYC Hotel Week

Airlines and Aviation

United Airlines Pilots Offered Triple Pay Amid Travel Mayhem

Joe Cusmano Jan 4, 2022

Pilots who accept additional flights due to adverse weather and the Covid-19 Omicron variant will receive a three-fold increase in pay, United Airlines announced Friday.

Eat clean and travel! Vegan tourism picks up steam in 2022

Megha Paul Jan 4, 2022

The Vegan Travel Association (VTA) has announced the 2022 Travelling in a New Vegan World Summit (NVW22) from January 15- 31

Brits’ top destinations for 2022 are here: US, Maldives and Australia

Megha Paul Dec 30, 2021

The US, shut to Europeans for much of this year, is the number one bucket list destination for holiday planners across Britain, France, Germany and Italy for 2022

Travel Tech

Amadeus reveals industry outlook and recovery strategies for business travel in 2022

Kristin Mariano Dec 28, 2021

The impact the pandemic has had on business travel is well documented and the changing market conditions are leading to a significant shift in the industry.

Aviation industry must bake sustainability into its transformation

Kristin Mariano Dec 28, 2021

SITA examines the five critical travel technology trends emerging from the pandemic and set to transform the industry in 2022 and beyond and calls for sustainability to be baked into today's…

Features

The ultimate bucket list locations

Kristin Mariano Dec 27, 2021

From famous attractions, breath-taking landscapes and ancient ruins, there are so many places worth travelling to, making it difficult to narrow down which locations you should have at the…

Air

U.S. Airlines Issue A Warning About The Dangers Of 5G Wireless

Joe Cusmano Dec 22, 2021

Planned 5G wireless services by wireless carriers might disrupt thousands of daily flights and cost air passengers $1.6 billion yearly in delays.

Hospitality

How Internet of Things can create seamless stay for hotel guests and maintain worker safety

Megha Paul Dec 20, 2021

Chris King, Director of Sales, Sigfox USA talks about how the Internet of Things (IoT) can help hoteliers looking to create efficiencies and a safe, comfortable experience for both employees…

10 countries for gap year students

Kristin Mariano Dec 20, 2021

Many students have decided that taking a gap year is more appealing than spending the year studying in a pandemic.

Tourism

Visiting The U.S. Is Easy Now: Here Is What You Need to Know

Joe Cusmano Dec 17, 2021

Australian visitors can enter the United States for pleasure and business purposes once again.

Airlines and Aviation

American Airlines Will Cuts A Number Of International Flights

Joe Cusmano Dec 16, 2021

Due to delays in the Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft delivery, American Airlines is reducing its international flight schedule for next summer.

Airlines and Aviation

Virgin Australia Announces Partnership With United Airlines

Joe Cusmano Dec 16, 2021

Virgin Australia Group said today that it will partner with United Airlines beginning in April 2022, increasing the number of U.S. destinations Virgin Australia customers can access while…

Holiday spirit in the air! Alaska Airlines unveils Starbucks’ iconic red cups filled with holiday drinks

Megha Paul Dec 16, 2021

Alaska Airlines unveiled its newest special-edition aircraft featuring one of its favorite hometown friends, Starbucks

Amazon makes inroads into PCR market for travel in the UK

Megha Paul Dec 15, 2021

Amazon has confirmed it will start selling Covid-19 PCR test kits to travellers

Tourism

Discova grows sales team in US to support agent network

Megha Paul Dec 15, 2021

Global destination management company Discova has appointed Nicholas “Nico” Mendenhall as Trade Sales Executive

US imposes updated guidance for international travellers

Megha Paul Dec 13, 2021

In light of the spread of Covid-19’s Omicron variant across the world, the US has decided to impose testing requirements for all international travellers

Tourism

US health officials say that omicron may be less dangerous than delta

Joe Cusmano Dec 10, 2021

We need to be cautious before saying that it is less severe or does not produce a more severe disease than the delta variant.

Magic in the Sky! Air Canada unveils whimsical new campaign

Megha Paul Dec 10, 2021

Air Canada is embracing the magic of the season with a new spot that shares a message of togetherness for the first holiday many Canadians will spend together in two years

Blossom Hotel Houston Announces Restaurant Concepts by Two Michelin-starred Chefs Set to Debut in Early 2022

Chris Head Dec 9, 2021

Internationally Acclaimed Chefs Ho Chee Boon and Akira Back to Bring Two Distinct Dining Concepts to the New Luxury Property Neighboring The Texas Medical Center

US leisure travel leads the recovery

Kristin Mariano Dec 9, 2021

A comparison of the world’s top destination cities, before the pandemic in 2019, and throughout 2021, illustrates the strong trend towards leisure travel leading the recovery.

HR & Careers

Travel the world and get paid for it

Kristin Mariano Dec 9, 2021

Insuranks is offering one lucky American over the age of 18 years old the chance to work for them for one year, travelling the world as digital nomads, taking part in local activities and…

Sober Curious! Hyatt unveils zero proof beverage programme in response to travellers’ demand

Megha Paul Dec 8, 2021

Using products from leading liquor replacement Ritual Zero Proof and carbonated mixer supplier Fever-Tree, Hyatt’s creative beverage approach comes as nearly 50% of travelers said they’re…

Guest Column

Cheap flights from New York to Kingston

adamlff Dec 8, 2021

Kingston- the largest capital city of Jamaica, is home to 2.7 million people. Nestled on the island's southern coast, Kingston is a thriving metropolis surrounded by mountains and…

These are the most cost-effective hotels for holidays

Megha Paul Dec 7, 2021

The holiday season is quickly approaching, and many travelers choose to combat seasonal stress by indulging in upscale accommodations for their holiday getaway

MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, Exhibitions)

Sabre and Amex GBT announce 10-year deal to advance corporate travel

Megha Paul Dec 7, 2021

American Express GBT will increase its commitment with Sabre and make a multi-million dollar, long-term annual investment in joint technology development with Sabre over the next ten years

Tourism

Amex GBT to go public to accelerate growth strategy

Megha Paul Dec 6, 2021

American Express Global Business Travel (GBT) announced its entry into a definitive business combination agreement with special purpose acquisition company Apollo Strategic Growth Capital

US travellers to require Covid-19 test as Omicron fears loom large

Megha Paul Dec 6, 2021

The United States president Joe Biden has announced the country will tighten entry requirements in response to growing concerns over the new Omicron variant of Covid-19 from 6 December

Guest Column

5 Best Cities in Florida to Celebrate Christmas

airlineticketsworld Dec 3, 2021

Christmas is on the verge, and people have already started the celebration. Many houses and streets are lit up with beautiful and colorful lights. In many parts of the state, the festivities…

Aer Lingus’ maiden flight for New York takes off

Megha Paul Dec 2, 2021

Aer Lingus has celebrated the launch of its very first direct flight from Manchester to New York, JFK

Tourism Boards

Arizona Office of Tourism sharpens its international focus with Vacaay, reaching new audiences and guaranteed engagement

Editor Dec 1, 2021

Visit Arizona has partnered with performance-based destination marketing platform, Vacaay, to highlight the depth and splendour of Arizona through an inspirational pictorial journey…

Airlines and Aviation

Airlines in the U.S. are betting on busy Thanksgiving traffic

Joe Cusmano Nov 26, 2021

More COVID-19 cases and new European regulations have impacted airlines’ operations. In addition, there has been a rise in pandemic-related hospitalizations in some parts of the U.S.

These are the nationalities that complain most about holidays

Megha Paul Nov 26, 2021

Good Trip Marketplace, analysed 1,000 poor and terrible TripAdvisor reviews for 10 of the most popular tourist attractions in the world, and found that US holidaymakers made more complaints…

Airlines and Aviation

United Airlines will be the largest airline in the world by mid-2022

Joe Cusmano Nov 25, 2021

Scott Kirby, CEO of United Airlines, is unapologetic: United Airlines expects to be the world’s biggest airline by next summer as it awaits the return of its 777 aircraft and continues to…

350% increase in demand for travel insurance over Thanksgiving season

Megha Paul Nov 25, 2021

Searches for “does travel insurance cover canceled flights” have increased by a staggering 350% over the past week

Thanksgiving alert! European destinations better positioned for US market winter recovery

Megha Paul Nov 25, 2021

Ahead of Thanksgiving today — followed immediately by the Black Friday and Cyber Monday holiday sales periods — travel intelligence provider Mabrian has conducted an analysis of the United…

Travel Tech

Sabre to support the recovery of corporate travel with NDC content in GetThere

Kristin Mariano Nov 24, 2021

Sabre Corporation has announced the launch of NDC content in GetThere. The new capabilities allow corporate travel managers to offer more flexibility and choice to their travellers. 

Air

Boeing 777X completes first international flight for Dubai Air Show

Joe Cusmano Nov 23, 2021

The 2021 Dubai Airshow ended last week. The biannual event was last hosted in November 2019, which was the same month when scientists discovered a new virus, which has since been named…

82% travellers ready to hit the road and spend festivities with loved ones

Megha Paul Nov 19, 2021

Economy lodging brand with nearly 1,400 company owned and franchised locations throughout the United States and Canada, Motel 6 has released its fourth annual holiday survey

This hotel has an unexpected addition to its workforce: Robots

Megha Paul Nov 17, 2021

Hawks Cay Resort has turned to the help of robots to provide more opportunities for its associates to dedicate their time where it matters most, serving guests

TD Syndicated Partner

Hawaii says Aloha again

Joe Cusmano Nov 17, 2021

Hawaii has begun to welcome international visitors in accordance with the new U.S. current regulations that went into effect on November 8th.

US tourism sector to get ahead of 2019 next year

Megha Paul Nov 16, 2021

Latest research from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) reveals the United States tourism sector could experience year-over-year growth of 36 per cent in 2021

Boeing 777X completes first flight for Dubai Air Show

Joe Cusmano Nov 15, 2021

Boeing’s 777X aircraft has completed its longest and first international flight to Dubai for the biannual air show.

Tourism

CWT to invest $100M in technology and innovative products as business travel continues to recover

Megha Paul Nov 15, 2021

CWT announced it will invest $100 million in the myCWT travel management platform and innovative product offering as it moves forward to implement its previously announced recapitalisation…

Podcasts

Podcast: Virginia is for Lovers

Steve Collins Nov 15, 2021

Startups

Industry veteran and 2020 Skal International USA President David Ryan joins Vacaay

Kristin Mariano Nov 15, 2021

International travel tech platform, Vacaay, continues its rise with another critical hire, industry veteran David Ryan.

Tourists arrival in the U.S. face long lines

Joe Cusmano Nov 13, 2021

A wave of international travellers rushed into the United States Monday as the COVID-19 travel restriction ended, and citizens from dozens of nations started flooding in, more than 600 days…

Blossom Hotel Houston opens its doors

Chris Head Nov 11, 2021

Houston’s Newest Luxury Hotel Soft Opens with Luxe Amenities, Guestrooms and Suites, a Rooftop Pool, and Plans for Dining Concepts Led by Two Michelin-starred Chefs Hotel Introduces…

Tourism

Tripadvisor CEO set to retire in 2022, search for successor is on

Megha Paul Nov 11, 2021

Tripadvisor has announced the company's co-founder and long-time CEO, Stephen Kaufer, will step down from his position at Tripadvisor in 2022

Reopening updates

5 destinations open for travel right now

Kristin Mariano Nov 10, 2021

As vaccination rates continue to go up, more destinations are reopening to tourists.

Vaccination Updates

Here is what you need to know about proof of vaccination for visiting New York

Joe Cusmano Nov 9, 2021

Considering the open borders in Australia and the U.S., many of you are likely considering a trip to New York in the near future, but it’s not as easy as it appears.

US second most popular destination for holiday plans over next 12 months

Megha Paul Nov 9, 2021

New data from ABTA reveal almost 1 in 5 (18%) of people who plan to holiday abroad hope to travel to the US over the next year – making it the second most popular destination UK…

U.S. issue first gender X passport

Joe Cusmano Nov 8, 2021

The US State Department announced that it has issued its first passport with an “X” gender designation.

US lifts restrictions for fully vaccinated travellers from today

Megha Paul Nov 8, 2021

US is lifting all restrictions for fully vaccinated international travellers, including from India, from 8 November but they will have to show proof of a negative coronavirus test before…

U.S. reopening drives flight bookings up

Joe Cusmano Nov 4, 2021

According to a new ForwardKeys analysis, flight bookings to the United States have skyrocketed following the announcement that the country would reopen to vaccinated international visitors…

Airlines and Aviation

American cancels 1400 flight due to short staff and poor weather

Joe Cusmano Nov 3, 2021

American Airlines announced on Saturday that it had cancelled over 1,400 flights over the weekend due to crew shortages and adverse weather.

47% plan to travel for at least one holiday this season

Megha Paul Nov 2, 2021

From choosing travel over holiday gifts and flying to space - one thing from the latest Amex Trendex report that was abundantly clear was the strong desire for travel among consumers

Tourism

4 new holiday travel trends revealed

Kristin Mariano Nov 2, 2021

Squaremouth analyzed data from thousands of policies purchased for travel between Thanksgiving and New Years Eve to identify four new trends this holiday season.

US travel rules ban foreign Covid survivors with one shot

Joe Cusmano Nov 2, 2021

Foreign persons who have recovered from Covid-19 and then received one round of two-dose vaccines would be denied admission under the new US travel policy, which is the standard the European…

How to maximise your holidays in 2022 and get up to 89 days off using a lot less

Megha Paul Oct 29, 2021

Americans can get up to 89 holiday days by profiting off the public holidays by using these hacks to avoid workplace burnout

Walt Disney Travel Company reveals tips how to make visits to Disney Parks more magical

Kristin Mariano Oct 29, 2021

Disney experts and celebrity guests reveal tips designed to help families get the most out of their next Disney holiday after being away from the magic.

Airlines and Aviation

United Airlines CEO says to expect higher fares as jet fuel price

Joe Cusmano Oct 28, 2021

United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby said Wednesday that jet fuel prices have risen to levels not seen since before the Covid epidemic, which is expected to raise airfares.

US issues new guidelines for air travel, lifts restrictions on India, China and Europe from 8 November

Megha Paul Oct 28, 2021

In a new development as US opens international borders for non-essential travel, the US has issued new guidelines for foreign travellers, lifting restrictions on China, India and much of…

Blossom Hotel Houston Extends Opening Offer To Group Stays And Events

Chris Head Oct 27, 2021

The latest addition to Houston’s luxury hotel scene, Blossom Hotel Houston has launched a number of limited-time offers designed to help event organizers make the most of their meetings.…

10 spookiest places in America

Kristin Mariano Oct 25, 2021

Travel experts at Next Vacay reveal the searches for “scariest places to visit” has boomed by a whopping 336%!

5 Things to See for First-Timers in Philadelphia

Chris Head Oct 24, 2021

With a rich history dating back to its formation in 1682 by William Penn, Philadelphia is a must-see destination for anyone venturing to North America. Home to the Constitution and the…

Vaccination Updates

United Airlines to fire 232 employees who refused to get vax

Joe Cusmano Oct 20, 2021

United Airlines is terminating 232 employees for refusing to be vaccinated, according to CEO Scott Kirby.

Reopening updates

US reopens to foreign travellers on November 8

Joe Cusmano Oct 18, 2021

Following the statement on September 20 that the Biden administration would welcome these folks back sometime in "early November," the United States stated today that it will formally reopen…