In This Edition… negative COVID test requirement ends, Canada extends traveler vaccination requirement, airline flight/route updates, AA and Qatar codeshare expands, a refresher on TSA’s liquid limit, Enterprise expands, Hilton gives first quarter update, Choice Hotels buys Radisson, traveler tips, and much more!
Why Responsive TMC Service Should Be a Top Priority for Your Business
From efficient technology and communication tools to traveler experience and ensuring compliance, a Travel Management Company (TMC) plays an important role in keeping your travel program running smoothly and driving ROI for your business. Read More
U.S. Inbound Testing Requirement Ends
Business Travel News — The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention effective June 12 ended negative Covid-19 test requirements for inbound passengers to the U.S. Read More
Travelers Will No Longer Need a COVID Test to Enter the United States
Afar Magazine — The move means no more scrambling for a COVID test or worrying about getting stuck in quarantine abroad—at least for now. Read More
Canada Extends Travel Vaccination Requirement Through at Least June 30
Travel Market Report — Unvaccinated inbound travelers will still not be able to enter Canada until at least July. Read More
American to Add Eight Routes, Cut Seven Long-Haul Pairs
Business Travel News — American Airlines plans to add eight flights to its schedule and remove seven long-haul routes, according to the carrier. Read More
United Airlines Adds San Francisco to Brisbane Flight
Travel Market Report — From Brisbane, guests will be able to connect to 20 other Australian cities via United’s partnership with Virgin Australia. Read More
Lufthansa Cancels Flights Amid Staff Shortages
BTN Europe — Lufthansa has canceled hundreds of flights originally scheduled for July due to staff shortages… Read More
British Airways Adds Direct Flights to These U.S. Cities
Afar Magazine — The airline will bring its number of nonstop flight routes from the U.S. to the U.K. to 26. Read More
American Airlines and Qatar Airways Expand Codeshare Agreement
Travel Weekly — Subject to regulatory approval, the codeshare pact will add connecting flights to 16 countries for AA customers flying to Doha. Read More
Delta Debuts New First-Class Cabin on Initial A321neo Flight
Business Travel News — Delta Air Lines launched its inaugural commercial flight of the Airbus A321neo narrowbody aircraft on a flight from Boston to San Francisco, which features a newly designed first-class cabin. Read More
American to Add Eight Routes, Cut Seven Long-Haul Pairs
Business Travel News — American Airlines plans to add eight flights to its schedule and remove seven long-haul routes, according to the carrier. Read More
Delta's New LaGuardia Terminal to Open
Business Travel News — Delta Air Lines' new Terminal C at New York's LaGuardia Airport is scheduled to debut June 4. The new terminal is part of a $4 billion project that eventually will consolidate Terminals C and D at the airport, similar to Delta's approach with Terminals 2 and 3 at Los Angeles International Airport. Read More
United Airlines Takes the Lead in Lift to Europe
Travel Weekly — A substantial expansion by United this summer in the transatlantic marketplace will transform the carrier into the largest U.S. airline in terms of U.S.-Europe service. Read More
Delta to Trim 100 Flights per Day From Its Summer Schedule
Afar Magazine — Summer travelers, just be hopeful yours isn’t among the flights that are on the chopping block. Read More
United Debuts New Premium-Class Amenity Kits
Business Travel News — Premium-cabin customers on United Airlines' long-haul international and premium transcontinental routes now will receive the carrier's new amenity kits. Read More
Everything You Need to Know About TSA’s Liquid Limit
Afar Magazine — Liquids under 3.4 ounces are allowed in your carry-on—but what’s considered a “liquid” isn’t always obvious. Read More
Government Travel Warnings & Alerts
U.S. Department of State — Information on current government issued travel warnings and alerts. Read More
Enterprise Expands Rental Locations to U.S.V.I., Morocco and the Bahamas
Insider Travel Report — Enterprise Holdings plans to extend its global reach and open new franchise locations in the U.S. Virgin Islands, Morocco and The Bahamas. Read More
New High-Speed Train to Connect Paris and Berlin
Afar Magazine — Currently, the shortest train route between Paris and Berlin takes around 7 hours, 30 minutes and includes a transfer in Frankfurt. Read More
Hertz Extends Tier Status to End of January 2023
Business Travel News — Extended grace period coming out of the pandemic allows travelers to retain top-tier loyalty status a little longer. Read More
Hilton: Corp. Travel Revenue on Track for Full Recovery by Year-End
Business Travel News — Hilton Worldwide cited substantial contributions from business travel and groups to its first-quarter performance as the segment showed signs of returning to form, after an overall "choppy start" to the year. Read More
Choice Hotels Buys Radisson Americas for $675 Million
Travel Market Report — Choice Hotels International announced it had reached a deal to buy Radisson Hotel Group Americas for $675 million. Read More
Complimentary Hot Breakfast is Back, and Hotels Strive to Deliver
Travel Weekly — Once a symbol of pandemic-era hospitality, the cold grab-and-go breakfast bag has fallen out of fashion as hotels bring back hot breakfast and buffets. Read More
8 Free Airport Apps That Make Your Flight Less Stressful
Afar Magazine — Ever hear of Mobile Passport? FlightAware? Download these apps before your next flight—you can thank us later. Read More
Airlines Cancel Thousands of Summer Flights
Travel Pulse — Airlines in the U.S. cancel thousands more summer flights citing pilot and staffing shortages. Read More
These Airports Will Let You Bypass Long TSA Security Lines for Free
Afar Magazine — No TSA PreCheck or Clear membership needed. Read More
Updated Inflight Wi-Fi Provides a New Way to Use Airline Incidental Credits
The Points Guy — With recent updates to inflight Wi-Fi, you’ll be happy to know that your airline incidental credits may provide value after all. Read More
6 Tips for a Smooth, Stress-Free Business Trip
Travel Pulse — Whether you are traveling across the country to showcase your product to a potential supplier or meeting with manufacturers in a different continent, it is paramount to do a bit of pre-planning for your trip. Read More
Which European Countries Are Open For Restriction-Free Travel?
Travel Pulse — Check out which countries in Europe are open without any pandemic-related travel requirements. Read More
Above-Average 2022 Hurricane Season Could Impact Travelers
Travel Pulse — Will tourists forsake Caribbean for Europe or elsewhere? Read More
BTN Research: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Business Travel News — BTN surveyed companies regarding diversity, equity and inclusion in their managed travel programs and practices, and found potential traction and an industry willing to engage. Read More
How to Adapt Your Incentive Program When Increasing Sales is NOT Your First Priority
Creative Group — New business challenges are cropping up daily. Learn how to incent the right behaviors to solve today’s challenges! Read More
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