California Wildfires: Destroying Homes and Claiming Lives
Authorities in California continue to battle wildfires that have prompted evacuations and claimed the lives of at least 10 people.
Trevello World Holdings Expands with Acquisition of Gifted Travel Network
Trevello World Holdings Inc., the parent company of Canada’s host agency Trevello Canada, has officially acquired Gifted Travel Network.
Wildfires Continue to Rage Across L.A.
At least two people have died as multiple wildfires continue to blaze out of control across Los Angeles County.
CLIA Appoints Charles “Bud” Darr as New President and CEO
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) is welcoming Charles “Bud” Darr as its new president and CEO.
NCLH Announces New Leadership, New Era in Luxury Cruising
Jason Montague will step into the role of Chief Luxury Officer for NCLH, overseeing both Regent Seven Seas Cruises and Oceania Cruises.
Recommend’s 2024 ‘Year in Travel’ Review
2024's biggest travel story may have been the global backlash against overtourism, but there was also plenty of positive news to focus on.
FTC Rule Requires Hotels to Disclose Add-On Charges Upfront
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) finalized a rule that will require hoteliers to disclose “resort,” “convenience,” and “service” fees.
Travel Industry Calls for Action on Hurricane Disaster Funding
The states affected by the storm are still waiting for Congress to deliver key disaster-relief funding, per the U.S. Travel Association.
Executive Leadership Team Moves at Carnival Corporation
Carnival Corporation & plc has announced changes in its executive leadership team for Princess Cruises, Holland America Line and Seabourn.
Major Leadership Changes at Lindblad Expeditions
Natalya Leahy, previously at Seabourn, will assume the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) role on Jan. 1, 2025, at Lindblad Expeditions.
7 Critical Updates for Travel Advisors
Here are seven critical travel updates all advisors should be aware of.
US Senators Criticize Airline Fees, Claim Passengers Treated as ‘Piggy Banks’
U.S. airline executives defended seating fees before a Senate panel on Dec. 4th amid “junk” fee accusations.
[Updated] FCCA Emits Warning Regarding Mexico’s Plan to Tax Cruise Passengers
The head of the FCCA noted it would confuse travelers and could potentially dampen investment in cruise ports and discourage port calls.
Hurtigruten Group Sells Hurtigruten and HX
Hurtigruten Expeditions (HX) and its sister company Hurtigruten have secured new investment funding, completing a separation process.
UK Will Require Prior Authorization to Visit in 2025
Traveling to—or through—the U.K. will cost Americans, and add a little more time completing paperwork beginning in January.
Record Numbers Expected for 2024 Holiday Travel
The 2024 holiday travel season is poised to break records, with millions of Americans set to embark on journeys by road and air.
Icelandic Volcano Erupts Again, Hits Blue Lagoon Area
Iceland's air traffic to and from the country continues uninterrupted, and the Blue Lagoon area is currently under assessment.
Spirit Airlines Declares Bankruptcy, Will Continue Flying
Discount carrier Spirit Airlines has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after a failed merger attempt with Frontier Airlines.
Greenland Touted as Next Hotspot—With State Department Caveats
Greenland, a 836,300-square-mile Danish island, is lightly visited, but that could change as awareness grows of its fragile environment.
Presidential Election Could Curtail Domestic Travel, Survey Finds
As the presidential election approaches, polls indicate that U.S. travelers are increasingly concerned about election-related violence.
