Kauai has won approval from the Hawaii government to suspend its participation in the state’s coronavirus pretravel testing program, meaning nearly everyone arriving in the Garden Isle must s…
Swan Hellenic gives a virtual tour of its first ship
Swan Hellenic released a virtual tour of what its first newbuild ship will look like when it debuts next year.The reborn cruise brand is building three expedition ships at Helsinki Shipyard in Finl…
IATA: Airlines’ bumpy ride could last well into 2021
Airlines will lose $118.5 billion globally in 2020, according to the latest forecast by IATA.In addition, carriers will burn through a projected $80 billion between the fourth quarter of this year …
IATA AGM: Governments urged to following latest testing evidence
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has welcomed the publication of the manual on testing and cross border risk management measures by the International Civil Aviation Organisation (…
Accor acquires sbe in $300m deal
Accor has signed binding agreements to take complete control of sbe Group.Under the terms of deal, the French hospitality giant is taking full ownership of assets including the Delano, Mondrian, Hy…
In the face of crisis Airbnb shows a certain resilience
Pending its IPO (initial public offering), Airbnb unveiled its recent financial results, particularly over the summer period.As it prepares to go public, Airbnb has just unveiled a 100-page documen…
Tour operators survey shows optimism on a brighter 2021
Travel bookings are on the rise and USTOA members are confident about a travel recovery in 2021, particularly in the second quarter and beyond, according to a new survey.A full 98% of members who r…
US top disease center, CDC, advises against cruise travel: risk of Covid-19 is “very high”
The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has advised against cruise ship travel, as the risk of Covid-19 on liners is very high.“For most travelers, cruise ship trav…
Hilton to reopen Tahiti property, more than a decade after it closed
Located in the Tahitian capital of Papeete, the Hilton Tahiti initially debuted in 2009, operating for approximately a year under the Hilton flag before shuttering in early 2010. The property is cu…
AMResorts expanding its European footprint
AMResorts is expanding its presence in Europe, announcing its Greek debut with the management takeover of three resorts on the islands of Crete, Corfu and Zante.As part of a new deal with European …