In This Edition… airline flight schedule updates, Air France to launch new business class cabin, United suspends routes due to aircraft shortage and change cancel policy, Delta to open a network of Delta One Clubs next year, new TSA scanners could end liquid ban, the latest on REAL ID, hotel updates, airlines offer free WI-FI, traveler tips, and much more!
Risk management experts explore how COVID-19 duty of care expectations are evolving into a new standard of care for post-pandemic business travel. Read More
Business Travel News — Air France in September will launch a new 48-seat business-class cabin on 12 Boeing 777-300s. The first flight with the new cabin will depart from New York-JFK, with the remaining 11 planes progressively rolled out afterward. Read More
Afar Magazine — Just a short, 19.5-hour hop. Read More
The Points Guy — Just three weeks before the start of June, the carrier is temporarily suspending seven routes for the month due to an aircraft shortage. Read More
Travel Weekly — The carrier will begin opening a network of Delta One Clubs next year. Read More
Afar Magazine — Don’t worry—it’s a good thing. Read More
Wheels Up Network — Delta has announced Seattle to Fort Lauderdale, becoming its longest domestic route from the Washington airport. Read More
Business Travel News — United Airlines will resume its nonstop San Francisco-Melbourne service in June with three weekly flights. Read More
Aviation Pros — Dallas Fort Worth International Airport is one of many airports taking precautions to prepare for the upcoming travel season with new terminal additions and a major runway upgrade. Read More
Travel Pulse — New scanners in use at select airports could become more widespread. Read More
Wheels Up Network — U.S. Travel is calling on the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to delay the implementation of the REAL ID Act, which is set to take full effect on May 3, 2023. Read More
Afar Magazine — If you don’t have a Real ID, valid passport, or other acceptable form of identification by then, you won’t be allowed to fly domestically. Read More
U.S. Department of State — Information on current government issued travel warnings and alerts. Read More
Afar Magazine — Two of Europe’s largest railway companies are merging to create a high-speed network that will better connect five countries. Read More
Auto Rental News — In a study of major car rental brands, satisfaction dipped 1.3% to an ACSI score of 75 (out of 100). Read More
The Verge — Only two riders will be allowed per vehicle… Read More
Business Travel News Europe — Average daily rates are now about 6 percent higher than pre-Covid rates... Read More
Afar Magazine — Staff shortages continue to trouble hotels, restaurants, airports, and more, presenting an opportunity to rebuild a more diverse, dynamic travel industry. Read More
Travel Weekly — CEO Chris Nassetta said a strong finish to Q1 has continued into April, with demand picking up "meaningfully month over month." Read More
Afar Magazine — A growing number of airlines are trialing free Wi-Fi on flights—for a limited time, at least. Read More
View From the Wing — Travel hasn’t fully returned to 2019 levels, so why have prices risen so much? Fuel prices can limit which flights operate profitably, but fuel isn’t the current binding constraint on supply. And it’s not just a desire of airlines to make back the money they lost during the pandemic. Read More
Northstar Meetings Group — While the new recommendations take effect May 16, face-covering rules might vary by airline. Read More
New York Times (subscription may be required) — “Understand the rules for the country you’re departing from and understand that those rules may change,” said Erika Richter. Read More
Afar Magazine — Experts weigh in on the safest approach to travel after the federal mask mandate was abruptly dropped. Read More
Travel Weekly — The recommendation comes despite a court ruling last month that struck down a national mask mandate on public transportation. Read More
Creative Group — In a post-pandemic world, new business challenges are cropping up every day. And here’s an interesting one… how should you adapt your incentive program when increasing sales is NOT your first priority? Creative Group shares how to incent the right behaviors to solve today’s business challenges! Read More
Creative Group — It’s amazing how simple program enhancements – like offering rewards in real-time – can dramatically drive business results! Check out how Creative Group helped a client achieve 22.7% YOY revenue growth in overall sales in their latest case study. Read More
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