Alaska to offer tourists Covid-19 vaccines starting 1 June
Alaska governor Mike Dunleavy said COVID-19 vaccines would be made available at key airports in the state starting 1 June
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The airline industry’s recovery still has long way to go
Recent trends show the industry is beginning to recover from the pandemic particularly in the US where the vaccination has been very aggressive without delays.
United Airlines to restart new pilot hiring as air travel picks up
United Airlines could start hiring new pilots as early as next month according to an internal memo shared with pilots last week.
There are signs that America’s airline industry is bouncing back
It looks like America's travellers are booking flights for post-pandemic vacations which is a strong sign that U.S. airlines are ready for take-off.
Survey says unvaccinated people shouldn’t be allowed on the plane
Nearly two-thirds of Americans believe passengers who have not been vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus should be barred from travelling on an aeroplane according to a new Reuters poll.
Sabre invests USD150m into supporting new strategic goals
US-based travel tech firm Sabre has unveiled software and technology provider that powers the global travel industry, today announced they have sunk USD 150 million into a set of strategic…
GBT launches new tool for TMCs
American Express Global Business Travel (GBT) has today introduced its Rest Assured Solutions, an enhanced suite of end-to-end accommodations products and services. Rest Assured Solutions…
Americans left record 768 million vacation days unused in 2018
US workers left a record number of vacation days on the table last year—768 million days, up 9 % from 2017—according to new research from the US Travel Association, Oxford Economics and…
Youngest GM on the strip leads biggest Vegas renovation
In 2019, Las Vegas has seen one of its most expensive restoration projects: the USD 690 million transformation of the Palms Casino Resort. Interestingly enough, the enormous renovation is…
MICE focus: Philadelphia events industry scales new heights
Along with producing some rather tasty cream cheese and, of course, that artery-clogging beast of global over-consumption -- the Philly Cheesesteak, Philadelphia is a town of great history…
TSA worker fired after passing mean note and laughing at passenger
A TSA contractor has been fired from her position after she passed a mean note to a passenger and laughed at him afterwards.
‘Gateway to Space’: Virgin Galactic’s new spaceport revealed
Virgin Galactic has revealed its latest project: Gateway to Space, the world’s first purpose-built commercial spaceport.
Expansion on track: Great Rail Journeys acquires Vacations By Rail
Great Rail Journeys (GRJ) is increasing its presence in the US as it signed a deal to acquire Chicago-based Vacations By Rail (VBR). The combined business will offer customers a global…
John Herrington is keynote speaker at Brand USA Travel Week
Brand USA has announced John Herrington, the first native American astronaut, as one of the keynote speakers at the inaugural Brand USA Travel Week Europe in London from 9-13 September.…
‘Transformation for Tourism Evolution’ lands in the Caribbean
Significant advantages arise for those tourism related companies that are able to transform through any diversity in order to remain competitive in today's changing global tourism…
US hotel growth predictions down: “Driving profit is a real challenge for many properties”
Performance growth projections for the U.S. hotel industry have been downgraded to 1.6% for 2019 and 1.1% for 2020, according to STR and Tourism Economics’ latest forecast just released at…
Hot hotel openings: Okinawa’s new beach-front paradise and more
In this week's list of hot hotel openings, we're seeing enviable properties — from the picturesque island of Okinawa to the bustling fashion district of Milan.
‘Yappy Hour’: 15 dog-friendly hotels in the USA
To honour man's best friend on International Dog Day (26 August), we've listed down some of the best dog-friendly hotels where you can hang with your furry friend.
Expert tips on how to ‘baby-proof’ your hotel room
Dr Harvey Karp, author of Happiest Baby on the Block, shares some of his best tips on keeping your room baby-proof while staying at a hotel.
Most (and least) expensive cities in the world to be a tourist
Travelling to certain destinations can put a hole in one’s pocket. DayBreakHotels carried out a research to find out the most expensive city in the world to be a tourist.
Cruise news: Revolutions, parties, life by the river and more
Making waves on our cruise round-up this week are Celebrity Cruises' revolutionised ship, Silversea's all-inclusive polar expedition packages, sailings by the Mekong Delta and more.
