6 Steps for Taking Your Corporate Travel Program Global
Whether your company is in the early stages of entering the global market or is already a well-established multinational brand, creating a consolidated global travel program can be exciting but stressful if the necessary pieces aren’t in place. Read More
American Airlines Ends Seattle-London Route
Travel Weekly — The schedule change means that American has ended its brief trial of international service from Seattle. Read More
United’s Frequent Flier Program Is Changing—Here’s Who Stands to Gain
Afar Magazine — In 2024, the airline will enhance its boost to big spenders on the majority of its cobranded credit cards. Read More
Alaska Airlines Launches Two U.S. Nonstops
Business Travel News — Alaska Airlines has launched two new daily, year-round nonstop routes. Read More
Delta Among Founders of New Aviation Fuel Coalition
Business Travel News — Delta Air Lines is among a group of organizations and industries that has launched a new coalition to promote the need and drive demand for alternative aviation fuels. .Read More
United Airlines Announces New Flights from to Tulum, Mexico
Travel Pulse — The carrier is connecting the Mexican hotspot with top U.S. destinations. Read More
These Are the World’s Safest Airlines
Afar Magazine — The good news is, there’s never been a safer time to fly. Read More
Alaska Airlines Lowers 2024 Loyalty Redemption Levels
Business Travel News — Alaska Airlines beginning in March 2024 will offer new options for Mileage Plan loyalty members, along with redemptions starting at a lower level. Read More
Delta, AirBaltic to Launch Codeshare
Business Travel News — Delta Air Lines and AirBaltic, Latvia’s national carrier, on Nov. 22 will launch a codeshare partnership. Read More
Emirates Orders Additional Boeing 777 Jets
Travel Weekly — Already the world’s largest operator of Boeing 777s, Emirates has placed an order for 90 more. Read More
Air Canada to ‘Boost’ Asia-Pacific Capacity
Business Travel News — Starting mid-December, Air Canada will strategically increase its Asia-Pacific network capacity for the 2024 winter and summer seasons. Read More
BTN’s 2023 Airline Survey: Delta Remains Dominant
Business Travel News — Delta Air Lines continues to dominate BTN’s annual Airline Survey, which empowers travel buyers to rate their airline partners across 11 performance criteria. Ratings across three of the four major U.S. airlines lost ground this year among challenges and distribution strategy changes. Read More
United’s $2.6 Billion Houston Airport Expansion Blocked by the City
Simple Flying — The renovation plans call for demolishing and rebuilding Terminal B North, adding more amenities, improving energy efficiency and tripling the baggage-claim area. Read More
TSA PreCheck, Global Entry, and Clear: What’s the Difference
Afar Magazine — Not sure how these trusted traveler programs differ? You’re not alone. Read More
You Can Now Get Your U.S. Passport Faster, the State Department Says
Afar Magazine — Here are the new estimated processing times for passport applications. Read More
Government Travel Warnings & Alerts
U.S. Department of State — Information on current government issued travel warnings and alerts. Read More
Hertz Partners With EVgo to Offer EV Renters One Year of Special Charging Rates
Insider Travel Report — Hertz and EVgo Inc., one of the nation’s largest public fast charging networks for EVs, are staging a joint promotion to offer one year of special charging rates to drivers renting any EV model at a Hertz location across the country. Read More
Here’s the Best Way to Navigate Toronto’s Public Transit System
Fodor’s Travel — Your guide to riding Toronto’s Red Rocket. Read More
Hilton Plans 24 Hotel Openings Next Year
Business Travel News — New properties will include local brand launches in Asia-Pacific, Europe and the Middle East, and the United States. Read More
IHG, Hilton, Marriott, Wyndham: How Hotels Prioritize Mobile Apps
PhocusWire — For years, hospitality executives have been talking about how their apps are a critical part of their loyalty and guest engagement strategies during all stages of booking, staying and departing. In an era when everyone lives on their phones, it’s no surprise. Read More
Capital One’s New Denver Airport Lounge Serves Cocktails From One of North America’s 50 Best Bars
Afar Magazine — Afar got a sneak peek inside the new airport lounge in Concourse A. Read More
5 Hidden Airport Speakeasies for a Pre-Flight Cocktail
Fodor’s Travel — Forget drinking a beer in the food court. These hidden cocktail bars provide a unique way to enjoy a drink at the airport. Read More
Which Airports Will Be the Best and Worst for International Travel This Holiday Season?
TravelPulse — The team at Upgraded Points recently analyzed U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) Airport Wait Times dataset, looking at average and maximum wait times at all major U.S. international airports during the peak of the 2022 winter holiday season to determine which are likely to see the shortest and longest wait times for travelers venturing abroad. Read More
Here’s What to Do If You Need to Be Hospitalized Abroad
Fodor’s Travel — What to do if the worst happens. Read More
This New Option Is Perfect for Passengers Who Don’t Want to Sit Next to Anyone
Fodor’s Travel — You can get more space in economy. Read More
How to Use Your Phone Internationally—Without Breaking the Bank
Afar Magazine — Use these money-saving tips to stay connected while abroad. Read More
Iceland State Of Emergency; Volcano Could Disrupt Air Travel
Open Jaw — Experts in Iceland are warning of a new volcanic eruption, “which could potentially bring European and transatlantic aviation to a grinding halt.” Read More
New Challenges and Opportunities for Event Planners
Meetings & Conventions Asia — The race for space, intense cost control amid rising inflation and rebuilding partner and supplier relationships are some of the biggest trends continuing to impact the events industry. This is according to a recent webinar, entitled Data Deep Dive: Unveiling Event Trends and Insights, hosted by SITE. Read More