Report: Lost Baggage Drops 63% Amid Rising Pax Numbers Date: 2024-06-14 08:52:58 Order: 0 According to a new SITA study, the global number of mishandled bags is falling due to increased frontline workers and investments in equipment and information technology. However, “there... Airline More News
Advisors are Back: Millennials, Gen Z Taking ‘Big Trips’ — But Don't Want to Plan Them Date: 2024-06-13 10:11:56 Order: 0 Millenials and Gen Z are turning to travel advisors. In a 2023 survey of 2,000 travellers, 38% of 20-somethings said they preferred a travel agent over online booking. More News
U.S. State Department Launches Beta Online Passport Renewal Date: 2024-06-13 10:11:15 Order: 0 The U.S. State Department started a beta program for online passport renewal, processing a small number each day to promptly resolve any issues that may arise. More News
Travel Satisfaction Drops in Priority for Buyers: BCD Survey Date: 2024-06-13 10:07:24 Order: 0 Corporate travel policies lack consideration for sustainable travel and deprioritize traveller satisfaction, according to a recent BCD survey of 211 global travel buyers. More News
Jam-packed Vacations are Out, Says Latest Travel Trends Report Date: 2024-06-13 10:06:50 Order: 0 It seems that jam-packed, fast-paced vacations are out of favour right now, according to a new travel survey. 60% travel specifically to de-stress and slow down. More News
Pearson Airport Screening Officers Vote to Strike Date: 2024-06-13 08:56:20 Order: 0 Joining the ranks of the numerous labour disputes in Canada's travel industry, strike action by screening officers at Toronto Pearson is yet another threat to summer travel plans. Airline More News
Apple is Launching Better AI for Phones & Tablets. How That Works for Trip Planning Date: 2024-06-11 10:05:40 Order: 0 Siri will receive AI upgrades for trip planning, using ChatGPT for complex inquiries. iOS 18 will introduce travel features. Vision Pro VR headset offers virtual travel. More News
Accor to Ditch Legacy Hotel Tech for an Amadeus Booking System Date: 2024-06-10 09:24:46 Order: 0 Accor is hiring Amadeus to install a new central reservation system across its global portfolio of 5,600 properties. The goal is to broaden distribution and lessen reliance on OTAs. More News
With DeSantis Dispute Settled, Disney Plans $17B Florida Park Investment Date: 2024-06-07 09:57:46 Order: 0 Months after Disney and U.S. Gov. DeSantis ended their legal fight, Disney is investing $17 billion in its Florida resort, opening a fifth theme park. More News
Get Ready: Canada Border Services Strike Could Be “Very, Very, Disruptive” Date: 2024-06-07 09:38:50 Order: 0 Canada Border Services Agency workers across the country could be out on strike by 4 p.m. on 07JUN. Slowdowns at airport and border crossings would likely ensue. More News Tourism
As Survivors Fade into History, the World Marks a D-Day Anniversary Like No Other Date: 2024-06-06 09:33:45 Order: 0 Ceremonies mark what might be the last opportunity to celebrate surviving soldiers, sailors & aircrew who charged forth on 06JUN, 1944 into the teeth of Nazi guns. More News
Canadian Border Services Agency Strike Deadline Looms Date: 2024-06-06 08:43:10 Order: 0 Friday 07JUN 4:00 pm (EST) is the deadline for the Government of Canada and the CBSA to come to a deal and avoid a nationwide strike. More News
e-Technologies Travel Bulletins Now Include Visitax Notification Date: 2024-06-06 08:35:36 Order: 0 As agents face increasing destination taxes to keep track of for their clients, travel risk management company, e-Travel Technologies has added tax notifications such as Mexico’s VISITAX... More News Tourism
26 Canadians Injured, One Local Dead in Cuba Bus Crash Date: 2024-06-04 09:44:32 Order: 0 Bus carrying Quebec tourists to Santa Clara airport in Cuba was involved in a car crash, with 26 injured and driver of the car reported dead. More News
Overtourism Has Advisors Adjusting Their Game Date: 2024-06-03 08:41:08 Order: 0 “Clients need us more than ever.” Canadian travel advisors say their clients are looking for ways to avoid the crowds in popular destinations, or looking for new places to explore. More News Tourism
