Qantas faces union pressure over AI strategy
The Australian Services Union (ASU) has requested an urgent meeting with Qantas (QF, Sydney Kingsford Smith) chief executive Vanessa Hudson regarding the airline's artificial intelligence strategy.…
Trump: China to Buy 200 Boeing Aircraft
If accurate, the figure would fall short of Wall Street expectations.
South Korea's Jin Air delays crew hires over fuel costs
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Former Employees Propose Class-Action Lawsuit Against Spirit
The plaintiffs say they were terminated with no advance notice, in possible violation of federal law.
US’s Allegiant completes acquisition of Sun Country Airlines
Allegiant Travel has completed the acquisition of Sun Country Airlines (SY, Minneapolis St. Paul International), creating “the leading leisure-focused airline in the United States,” according to…
Dr. Taleb Rifai: The Statesman Who Humanized Global Tourism Celebrated at the WTTC Leadership Cruise
Dr. Taleb Rifai transformed global tourism into a movement centered on humanity, peace, and cultural understanding. From leading UNWTO to inspiring world leaders aboard the WTTC…
Destinations International Convenes Global Industry Leaders for Successful Inaugural “Virtual Advocacy Day”
Participants from around the world unite to advance destination advocacy, stakeholder engagement and community impact strategies SOURCE: Destinations International Convenes Global Industry Leaders for Successful Inaugural…
US's Flight Group Corporation retires sole Citation XLS
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AOC of Bestfly Aircraft Management Aruba revoked
The Department of Civil Aviation of Aruba (DCAA) has revoked the air operator's certificate (AOC) of Bestfly Aircraft Management Aruba (BFY, Aruba) on May 11, saying…
United, JetBlue Start Reciprocal Loyalty Benefits
The collaboration is part of the carriers’ Blue Sky partnership.
Lawyers for LOT and Boeing fire first shots in MAX case
Boeing (BOE, Washington National) concealed safety problems with its B737 MAX when LOT Polish Airlines (LO, Warsaw Chopin) selected the aircraft in 2016 to support its…
Hudson Yards Names Blacklane Official Chauffeur Partner
Blacklane, the global chauffeur service, today announced it has been named the Official Chauffeur Partner of Hudson Yards, New York City’s fastest-growing neighborhood and home to…
Hudson Yards Names Blacklane Official Chauffeur Partner
Blacklane, the global chauffeur service, today announced it has been named the Official Chauffeur Partner of Hudson Yards, New York City’s fastest-growing neighborhood and home to…
YAS ISLAND TO BE HOME OF SPHERE ABU DHABI, A NEW GLOBAL ICON FOR IMMERSIVE ENTERTAINMENT
The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi and Sphere Entertainment Co. today announced that Yas Island has been selected as the location for Sphere…
YAS ISLAND TO BE HOME OF SPHERE ABU DHABI, A NEW GLOBAL ICON FOR IMMERSIVE ENTERTAINMENT
The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi and Sphere Entertainment Co. today announced that Yas Island has been selected as the location for Sphere…
United Adds New Routes to Japan
Flights will start this fall.
US Citizenship Test 2026: Everything You Need to Know About the USCIS Naturalization Exam
Becoming a U.S. citizen is a big milestone, and one key step is the USCIS citizenship test, also called the naturalization exam. In 2026, the test…
FIFA World Cup 2026: Madonna, Shakira & BTS to Headline First-Ever Super Bowl-Style Halftime Show
The 2026 FIFA World Cup final will introduce a landmark change in football entertainment. For the first time in tournament history, the final will feature a…
Aman Tokyo: A Timeless Beacon Above the City
High above Tokyo’s financial district, Aman Tokyo continues to stand apart as one of the world’s most refined urban sanctuaries — a hotel that feels suspended…
Aman Tokyo: A Timeless Beacon Above the City
High above Tokyo’s financial district, Aman Tokyo continues to stand apart as one of the world’s most refined urban sanctuaries — a hotel that feels suspended…
Gold Rate May 2026: Top 10 Countries With the Biggest Gold Reserves and Where to Buy Gold Cheaply
Gold has always been one of the most trusted investment options worldwide. It protects wealth during inflation, currency fluctuations, economic uncertainty, and political instability. That is…
From U.S. Visa Rejection to NASA-Selected Innovator, Inspiring Journey of Dr. Anand Megalingam
From being denied entry into the United States to becoming a globally recognized aerospace innovator working on NASA-related initiatives, this is the remarkable journey of Dr…
Balancing Pressure and Possibility: The New Playbook for Hotel F&B
How rising costs, shifting guest expectations, and new technologies are redefining profitability and creating a path forward for innovative operators By Guy Reinbold
Balancing Pressure and Possibility: The New Playbook for Hotel F&B
How rising costs, shifting guest expectations, and new technologies are redefining profitability and creating a path forward for innovative operators By Guy Reinbold
ATLAS OCEAN VOYAGES UNVEILS 2028-2029 INAUGURAL SEASON OF ATLAS ADVENTURER
Atlas Ocean Voyages today announced the inaugural season of Atlas Adventurer, the newest addition to its fleet of luxury expedition yachts. Marking a significant milestone for…
ATLAS OCEAN VOYAGES UNVEILS 2028-2029 INAUGURAL SEASON OF ATLAS ADVENTURER
Atlas Ocean Voyages today announced the inaugural season of Atlas Adventurer, the newest addition to its fleet of luxury expedition yachts. Marking a significant milestone for…
Oceania Cruises® Unveils Holiday and New Year Voyages for 2026-27 and 2027-28 Seasons
Celebrate the holiday season at sea with Oceania Cruises® aboard its luxurious ships across Europe, Asia, Australia and the Americas during the 2026-27 and 2027-28 seasons.
Oceania Cruises® Unveils Holiday and New Year Voyages for 2026-27 and 2027-28 Seasons
Celebrate the holiday season at sea with Oceania Cruises® aboard its luxurious ships across Europe, Asia, Australia and the Americas during the 2026-27 and 2027-28 seasons.
Allegiant Completes Acquisition of Sun Country Airlines
Allegiant Travel Company today announced it has successfully completed its acquisition of Sun Country Airlines Holdings, Inc.bringing together two complementary carriers focused on affordable leisure travel.…
Wizz Air confirms the return of all operations to Tel Aviv from 28th May
Wizz Air announces it will resume operations to and from Tel Aviv, Israel, from Thursday, 28th May, marking an important step in reconnecting Israel with key…
Air India Updates International Flight Schedule Until Aug 2026, Continues 1,200+ Monthly Flights
Air India has announced a temporary rationalisation of services across several international routes from June to August 2026. The airline said the decision comes in response…
Best US Memorial Day Weekend Getaways 2026
Memorial Day 2026 lands on Monday, May 25, which means Americans get a long weekend from Saturday, May 23, through Monday, May 25. While the holiday…
Papua New Guinea Moves to Protect a Marine Wonderland the Size of the U.K.
Papua New Guinea has unveiled plans for the Western Manus Marine Protected Area, a vast no-take ocean sanctuary in the biodiverse Coral Triangle. Covering nearly 200,000…
Europe’s Train Revolution Raises a Radical Question for Airlines Globally
Europe’s new rail-travel proposal could reshape the future of transportation booking platforms. As the EU pushes train operators to sell competitors’ tickets for easier cross-border journeys,…
Tourism Logistics Hub Could Transform Caribbean Economies
The Caribbean Tourism Organization has launched a major initiative to strengthen regional ownership of the tourism supply chain. Led by Jamaica Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett, the…
America Declares War on the “Seven Countries in Nine Days” Vacation
Americans are ditching exhausting “seven countries in nine days” vacations for slower, longer, and more intentional travel experiences. New booking trends reveal travelers increasingly value relaxation,…
Allegiant Completes Acquisition of Sun Country
The two carriers will continue to operate as separate entities in the near term.
Former Delta President Joins WestJet Board
Glen Hauenstein retired from Delta in February.
Lufthansa City Center International Partners with Acai Travel to Advance AI Automation
Lufthansa City Center International has partnered with Acai Travel to introduce AI-powered automation tools across its global travel agency network. The collaboration aims to improve operational…
Gold Price Forecast 2026–2027: What Analysts Expect for the Yellow Metal
Gold has firmly established itself as one of the most closely watched assets of the mid-2020s. After a historic bull run that carried prices to an…
Check-In: KORE's Diana Hnatov on Training the Industry's Newest Advisors
Diana Hnatov serves as the Director of Sales and Services for KORE, a travel education program specifically designed to bridge the gap for new advisors entering the…
Checking-In on the Growth of Culinary Travel with Eating Europe
Kenny Dunn is the founder and managing director of Eating Europe, one of the continent's first and now largest tour operators specializing in culinary tours in…
Checking-In with G Adventures' Steve Lima on G's Record Year
TMR's Daniel McCarthy sits down with G Adventures' Steve Lima on the back of its record July, and record 2025, to hear what those results tell…
Checking in with Rental Escapes' WIllie Fernandez as the Villas Segment Explodes
Willie Fernandez is a seasoned marketing executive with over 34 years of experience in the travel industry, spanning the cruise, hotel, vacation, and villa segments. As…
Checking-In with John Chernesky, Two Years Into His NCL Tenure
John Chernesky, the SVP of North American Sales at NCL, has spent more than three decades in travel, but only just celebrated his two-year anniversary with…
Checking-In with Courtnie Nichols: Why This Travel Advisor Ditched One-Off Bookings for a Retainer Model
After relocating eight times in 17 years, Courtnie Nichols learned how to adapt and connect — skills that now drive her success as a travel advisor.…
PRESS RELEASES
Ralph Nader Statement on Boeing Verdict
WASHINGTON, May 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Yesterday, an Illinois jury in a civil suit rendered a verdict of $49.5 million to the family of Samya Rose…
Applied Energetics Launches New Corporate Website and Brand Identity Reflecting the Future of Directed Energy Defense
Applied Energetics, Inc. (OTCQB:AERG) TUCSON, AZ, UNITED STATES, May 14, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Applied Energetics, Inc. (OTCQB:AERG), a leader in ultrashort pulse directed energy and laser…
Esamatic Srl: forte adesione iniziale all'app Costa Paradiso nella prima settimana di beta pubblica Android
Piattaforma community a due lati iperlocale raggiunge 129 utenti registrati e 33% di componente offerta nella prima settimana di beta Android. MILANO, ITALY, May 14, 2026…
Esamatic Srl Reports Strong Early Engagement for Costa Paradiso App in First Week of Android Public Beta
Hyperlocal two-sided community platform reaches 129 users and 33% supply-side composition in first week of Android public beta in Costa Paradiso, Italy. MILAN, ITALY, May 14,…
FAIRMONT MAYAKOBA NOMBRA A GONZALO GÜELMAN ROS COMO NUEVO GERENTE GENERAL
RIVIERA MAYA, México, 14 de mayo de 2026 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ -- Fairmont Mayakoba, el lujoso refugio ubicado frente al mar, entre la hermosa costa de…
WYNDHAM HOTELS & RESORTS DECLARES QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND
PARSIPPANY, N.J., May 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Inc. (NYSE: WH) announced today its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of…
GONZALO GÜELMAN ROS APPOINTED GENERAL MANAGER OF FAIRMONT MAYAKOBA
RIVIERA MAYA, Mexico, May 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Fairmont Mayakoba, the luxurious beachfront sanctuary set amidst Riviera Maya's pristine coastline and lush tropical mangroves, announces the…
Escapees RV Club Announces Xscapers Fun Days 2026 in Central Oregon
New community-focused RV gathering combines co-working, adventure, music, and flexibility for modern RVers LIVINGSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, May 14, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Escapees RV Club is…
Free2move Unleashes the Jeep® Wrangler in D.C. Fleet Transformation, Responding to 100% Surge in Long-Term Carsharing
WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 14, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Free2move, the Stellantis-owned mobility hub, is making a definitive statement on the future of urban travel by…
Vegas Aviation Selects Right Rudder Marketing as Agency Partner
Vegas Aviation, a Las Vegas flight school, has partnered with Right Rudder Marketing to lead digital marketing and student growth efforts. ST. LOUIS, MO, UNITED STATES,…
TX RX Systems Expands Antenna Line with New Yagi Antennas for Focused RF Coverage and Critical Communication Networks
TX RX Systems is expanding its antenna portfolio once again with the introduction of a new line of Yagi antennas. ANGOLA, NY, UNITED STATES, May 14,…
U.S. hotel results for week ending 9 May
Chicago led occupancy gains at 75.2%, while Miami's Grand Prix and Consensus conference drove the largest ADR and RevPAR increases.
Where Opportunity Meets Capital: Saudi Arabia’s Hospitality Investment Outlook for 2026 and Beyond
Analysis explores Saudi Arabia's hospitality investment landscape driven by Vision 2030, highlighting diversification beyond religious tourism and the need for experience-focused developments.
CHRO Insights Report: How Hospitality HR Leaders Are Modernizing for What’s Next
Survey of 500 hospitality CHROs finds only 16% have executives who view HR as strategic partners, while 31% cite retention as top workforce risk.
PMS Suite Camp Pushes Back as Debate Intensifies, APAC Business Travel Tops $700B, Italy +53% RevPAR
Thursday brings a counter-argument to yesterday's PMS thesis, fresh data on APAC business travel and Italy's recovery, and a pushback on Choice Hotels' owner-focused AI.
Americase International to Release 'Mastering Lithium-Ion Battery Safety,' a First-of-Its-Kind Industry Guide
Debuting June 18 in Annapolis, the practitioner guide delivers real-world frameworks for the safe transportation, handling, and storage of lithium-ion batteries WAXAHACHIE, TX, UNITED STATES, May…
Radisson expands its footprint in Dubai with the opening of Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Barsha Heights
Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Barsha Heights is a 537-room five-star city hotel in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, affiliated with Radisson Blu, part of Radisson Hotel Group.…
Luxury trades drove US hotel transaction uptick in Q1: JLL
Total transaction volume rose 14.4% in the first quarter, driven in part by private equity and a “favorable financial environment,” per a new report.
Dalata Hotel Group Opens Landmark Maldron Hotel Croke Park Ahead of GAA Championship Season
Dalata Hotel Group Ltd, (“Dalata”) the largest hotel operator in Ireland with a growing presence in the United Kingdom and continental Europe, has today opened Maldron…
Hyatt taps new head of Americas following recent leadership changes
The company named Adam Rohman to the role, succeeding Pete Sears, after appointing other key executives across its Essentials and Luxury portfolios.
JW Marriott Unveils JW Marriott Atlanta Downtown, Following a Thoughtful Reimagination
The fully transformed hotel ushers in a new chapter for downtown Atlanta, rooted in intentional design, well-being, and connection. JW Marriott , part of Marriott Bonvoy’s…
Ashford Hospitality Trust to offload 6 hotels for nearly $155M
The real estate investment trust has closed seven hotel sales so far this year as it looks to improve leverage, liquidity and cash flow, per CEO…
Hoteliers lobby Washington to expand visa program, improve tourism
At AHLA’s Hotels on the Hill event, hoteliers met with members of Congress to advocate for policy changes that would build the labor force and boost…
Westport Hospitality Unveils The Harborvale
The Reimagined Property on Lake Champlain will Join Marriott Bonvoy's Autograph Collection, Introducing a New Chapter for Burlington Hospitality. Westport Hospitality today announced the opening of…