Busch Gardens Bier Fest + New Fun Card
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is bring back Bier Fest, but with new dates; and is launching a new Fun Card that will get you free admission to the parks for the rest of 2020.
Cruise Planners Expands Land-Based Offers
Cruise Planners is shifting to respond to consumer demands. The company has created a centralized database of land-based all-inclusive resorts.
Health & Sanitation Protocols at U.S. Hotels Impact Guests’ Comfort
A survey by the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) shows that health and sanitation protocol at U.S. hotels would have considerable impact on guests' comfort levels staying there.
Dominican Republic Creates Tourism Recovery Plan Focused on Health
A set of initiatives to address the COVID-19 pandemic challenges has been created to ensure that the Dominican Republic is a safe travel destination.
Travel Advisors are Even More Valuable than Before
Advisors are now more valuable than before as travelers will seek an expert's advice when navigating state openings, protocols, safety measures, and the possibility of canceled travel due to COVID-19.
Affluent Group is “Travel Ready”
A survey undertaken by Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) shows a desire to travel this year now that travel restrictions have been slightly relaxed, a willingness to travel internationally by plane, and a preference for smaller hotels.
USTOA Survey: Post-COVID-19 Recovery & Resumption Plans for Travel
The United States Tour Operators Association released new findings from surveys about post-COVID-19 plans for recovery and resumption of business.
ASTA Names Cruise Planners Franchise Partner of the Year
The American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA) has named Cruise Planners its first-ever Franchise Partner of the Year.
Avoya Travel Conference Moves Online
Avoya Travel has announced they are changing the “venue” for their annual Avoya Conference to an online platform.
“Stretch Season” May Bolster Travel Industry Says MMGY Global Survey
MMGY Global has identified an opportunity to help bolster the travel industry and help Americans get back lost vacation time with “Stretch Season.”
MSC Cruises Again Postpones Restart of MSC Magnifica
MSC Cruises announced today that regretfully the cruise line must postpone the restart of MSC Magnifica until September 26, 2020.
Delta Extends Middle Seat Blocks to January 2021
Delta has announced the extension of its protocol to block the selection of middle seats through the winter holiday season until at least Jan. 6, 2021.
Costa Rica Reopens to Six U.S. States
Costa Rica has announced that residents of six U.S. States will be permitted to enter the country by air as of Sept. 1, 2020.
Viceroy Los Cabos Reopens its Doors
Viceroy Los Cabos in Baja California has resumed operations with a focus on safety and wellbeing and is welcoming back guests.
Blue Diamond Resorts Offers All-In Medical Insurance
Blue Diamond Resorts has partnered with MAS Servicios to provide guests with free All-In Medical Insurance starting Sept. 1, 2020,
WTTC Launches Interactive COVID-19 Travel Demand Recovery Dashboard
A new in-depth data dashboard highlighting the recovery of travel demand across flights and hotels, as well as revealing the shifting intentions of travelers through online travel searches, has been launched by WTTC.
COVID-19 Testing Key to Restarting Travel?
The airline industry is pushing for increased COVID-19 testing as a way to restart travel as a coalition of airline execs ask a UN-led task force to allow a negative test within 48 hours of travel as an alternative to a quarantine.
Posadas Plans Phygital Guest Experiences
Posadas is rolling out its plans for Phygital Experiences, which integrate digital benefits into the guest experience, across its portfolio of 180+ hotels.
Eastern Airlines Introduces Direct Flights From NYC to Los Cabos
Eastern Airlines has announced twice-weekly service from New York’s JFK International Airport to Los Cabos.
44 Percent of Travelers Ready to Travel Says Allianz Survey
A recent Allianz survey of 4,300 of its U.S. travel insurance customers has found that 44 percent anticipate traveling before the end of 2020.
