Recently, ASTA has gained international support in its battle against American Airlines’ distribution strategy. The World Travel Agents Associations Alliance (WTAAA), Association of Canadian Travel Agencies and Travel Advisors (ACTA), and Foro Latinoamericano de Turismo (FOLATUR) have all issued statements against American Airlines. One of the main issues that ASTA has with American Airlines is
The allure of the northern lights, also known as aurora borealis, often draws travelers to embark on cruises in hopes of witnessing this natural phenomenon. However, a journey with Hurtigruten’s North Cape Express cruise offers far more than just a glimpse of the mesmerizing lights. From the promise of the auroras to the unique activities
As the eclipse swept across New York City this week, bringing about 90% totality, the sense of wonder and magic in the air was undeniable. This planetary phenomenon unofficially marked the beginning of spring, a time of renewal and growth. Personally, I found myself inspired to reconnect with nature and dive back into gardening. Planting
The airline industry is experiencing a significant shift in the way airfares and ancillaries are being priced. According to ATPCO estimates, approximately 25% of airfares, ancillaries, and airfare bundles currently sold are dynamically created. This represents a notable increase from the 15% reported in October 2022. ATPCO CEO Alex Zoghlin predicts that this trend will
The sharp increase in Hawaii hotel room prices in recent years has raised concerns among industry suppliers about potential impacts on customer choices for travel destinations. Pleasant Holidays CEO Jack Richards highlighted the premium of “roughly $175 to $200” in Hawaii room rates compared to destinations like Mexico and the Caribbean. However, Richards pointed out
Qantas is set to introduce its largest increase in reward seat availability starting in July. This increase will come in the form of the Classic Plus category of reward seats. This new category will result in 20 million additional seats being made available for Qantas Points redemption over a rolling 12-month period. This is a