An $18 billion takeover bid, a luxury island land dispute in Miami, a revived Pan Am jet experience and new leadership announcements—this week’s travel headlines span every corner of the industry.
Property owners on an exclusive island enclave in Miami are fighting the purchase of a rare, undeveloped piece of land that’s currently used as a cruise ship fuel depot. READ MORE
People Inc. has submitted a proposal to acquire MGM Resorts International for more than $18 billion. READ MORE
Pan American World Airways has launched Pan Am Journeys, a new private-jet travel program featuring curated itineraries designed to evoke the airline’s historic legacy. READ MORE
Universal Destinations & Experiences announced that construction is underway for its Universal United Kingdom Resort in Bedford, England. READ MORE
Windstar Cruises appointed Jennifer West as its new VP of Sales for North America. West will oversee Windstar Cruises’ sales strategy and trade partner engagement efforts across North America. READ MORE
TTC Tour Brands has appointed Joe Robinson as Sr. VP, Sales, North America. Robinson will oversee TTC Tour Brands’ trade sales strategy in the U.S. and Canada, including advisor partnerships, strategic accounts and field sales. READ MORE
