North America

From September 6, self-testing prior to travel will change from "mandatory" to "highly recommended" for vaccinated guests Cunard ends mandatory pre-cruise COVID-19 test requirement

602,000 pilots, 610,000 maintenance technicians and 899,000 cabin crew members will be needed to support the global commercial fleet Boeing: 2.1 million new aviation personnel needed

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

Avation PLC's first aeroplane, a 777-300ER (Extended Range), was the newest addition to the fleet of Philippine Airlines (PAL). This delivery has increased the Southeast Asia-based flag…

IATA has revealed figures that show the Middle East long haul market is countering the trend in Asia and Europe for not displaying signs of frailty. “The slowdown in growth overall is…

Sri Lanka is looking at tapping the long haul North American and Canadian markets. The island country plans to attract 100,000 tourists from US by 2016. “We are working on an aggressive…

Ranch Rider has started a new ‘Go West’ campaign promoting its ranch holidays in the USA. The trade campaign is aimed at boosting the tour operator’s name amongst agents and showcase its…

Topdeck Travel has launched its first range of holidays to the United States to mark Independence Day. The tour operator has released 15 itineraries in the USA and Canada which will depart…

Hotel, tourism and airport news from the USA.  North America arrivals surge 11%  International arrivals to North America surged 11% in March 2012, according to the latest data from…

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc recently held its company’s annual leadership conference in Dubai for the first time. Top 100 global executives were welcomed underscoring the…