Egypt Sees Record Tourism Despite Israel-Hamas War Date: 2024-01-22 09:55:08 Order: 0 Egypt received a record-breaking number of tourists in 2023 despite the war between Israel and Hamas, according to the country’s tourism ministry. Egypt brought in 14.9 million tourists,... Tourism
International Tourism to Jump 15% in 2024 Date: 2024-01-22 09:53:40 Order: 0 International tourism will rise by 15% in 2024 from last year, according to data shared by United Nations World Tourism Organization. The organization expects increased air connectivity and... Tourism
“We are Deep Diving into the Family Market:“ Michael Bailey, CEO, RCI Date: 2024-01-22 08:43:34 Order: 0 Open Jaw President, Nina Slawek, had the opportunity for comments on the “game changing” Icon of the Seas directly from Royal Caribbean CEO, Michael Bailey. Cruise On Location Out & About
Allianz Study on Canadians' Vacation Intentions Reveals Mixed Messages for Advisors Date: 2024-01-19 08:33:32 Order: 160 According to the insurance company's annual Vacation Confidence Study, Canadians are projected to spend $30 billion on travel this year - but nearly 2/3 report they'll be reining in their... More News
Return to Pre-Pandemic Travel Levels Projected This Year - Along with Slow Down Date: 2024-01-19 08:57:39 Order: 150 Following an unprecedented post-COVID travel recovery that sent bookings and revenues into orbit, two separate reports are suggesting 2024 may be much like the travel world we once knew. More News
Boeing Jet Catches Fire Over Miami Date: 2024-01-19 08:27:27 Order: 145 Boeing is in the headlines again, as a result of a fire on an Atlas Air Boeing 747-8 after takeoff from MIA on 18JAN. Boeing is in the safety hot seat following an incident with a door... Airline
TICO Wants You! Applications Open for New Industry Advisory Council Date: 2024-01-19 09:17:18 Order: 140 TICO will select up to 14 members for its new IAC, which will become active as of 01APR, providing travel retailers and wholesalers the opportunity to have input on how travel consumer... More News
Porter Airlines CEO Sees Potential Path to IPO Within 5 Years Date: 2024-01-19 09:28:52 Order: 0 Porter Airlines' CEO envisions the possibility of an initial public offering (IPO) within the next two to five years, aiming to revive earlier plans from 14 years ago. The airline withdrew... Airline
'Cozy' Relationship Between Boeing and the U.S. Draws Scrutiny Amid 737 Max 9 Mess Date: 2024-01-19 09:28:16 Order: 0 Ties between the U.S. government and Boeing, as a significant contributor to the U.S. economy, have come under fire as questions are being raised about the adequacy of Boeing's response to... Airline
Venice Access Fee Website Goes Live for Day-Trippers Date: 2024-01-19 09:27:27 Order: 0 Venice has launched a website for day-trippers to pay a €5 (CAD $7.30) entry fee to the Italian city in the latest of a series of initiatives to tackle overtourism. The website will... Tourism
Has the 'New' Service Culture Become the 'No' Service Culture? Date: 2024-01-19 09:26:54 Order: 0 According to Hotel News, hotels face challenges in providing comprehensive service training due to high staff turnover. The decision to invest in a full staff training curriculum is... More News
Canada Updates Travel Advisories for Some Popular Sun Destinations Date: 2024-01-19 09:24:22 Order: 0 The Government of Canada's Travel Advice and Advisories page provides information for safe international travel, with recent updates during the week of 15JAN. Countries with new or updated... Tourism
Air Transat Appoints Benjamin Pron as VP Commercial Date: 2024-01-19 09:02:42 Order: 0 Pron's new role comes following his time as Commercial Director for Air Transat. Airline People
Saudi Arabia Wants to Turn Offshore Oil Rig into Hotel/Amusement Park Complex Date: 2024-01-18 09:40:27 Order: 150 Saudi Arabia has plans to turn an off-shore oil rig into an adventure park for tourists. THE RIG is an entertainment project announced by the Saudi Public Investment Fund, part of the... Hotels/Resorts
Air Canada, WestJet Profit to Top Pre-COVID Highs in 2024: Moody's Date: 2024-01-18 10:03:13 Order: 0 Air Canada and WestJet are set to book higher profit in 2024, according to Moody’s Investors Service. Analysts predict robust demand from travellers despite a potentially slower global... Airline
