New Travel Taxes Fuel Growth Across America

In 2026, San Antonio aligned with major United States destinations such as Los Angeles, San Diego, Honolulu, Las Vegas, and Aurora by implementing adjusted travel taxes. This strategic shift aims to bolster domestic tourism through funded infrastructure improvements and enhanced Read More …

United Airlines Offers Fresh Preorder Meal Options

United Airlines has announced a significant update to its inflight dining services by allowing Economy passengers to preorder fresh meals before their flights. Starting January 14, 2026, travelers on routes exceeding 1,190 miles within the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Read More …

AI Reshapes How Consumers Plan Trips

TakeUp, a revenue engine for independent hospitality properties, has released a new research report titled “The Rise of AI-Planned Travel in 2026.” Based on a survey of 300 U.S. travelers, the study explores the growing influence of artificial intelligence on Read More …

ChatGPT & Google Gemini Tops For AI Travel Planning

ChatGPT and Google Gemini emerged as the primary tools that users identified with for general travel planning, though the report highlights a shift in how trust is being placed rather than a simple popularity contest. According to TakeUp CEO Bobby Read More …

Airlines Work Hard To Resolve Travel Delays

Air travel across the United States experienced significant interruptions recently, with airlines reporting a total of 1,898 delays and 54 cancellations. These disruptions have been attributed primarily to adverse winter weather conditions, including heavy snow and ice, particularly affecting the Read More …

American Airlines Elevates Travel With New Menu

American Airlines has announced a comprehensive refresh of its inflight food and beverage offerings scheduled to launch on February 1, 2026. The airline is focusing on enhancing the passenger experience by introducing new non-alcoholic options, premium mixers, and updated meal Read More …

Virgin Voyages Celebrates Best Travel Advisors Aboard

Virgin Voyages recently hosted its fourth annual “First Mates Soirée: Fire & Sunset Celebration” aboard the Scarlet Lady to honor and connect with its top-performing travel advisors. The event gathered the top 100 “First Mates” from North America for a Read More …

Lufthansa Honors A Century Of Connecting People

Lufthansa has officially launched a comprehensive marketing campaign to commemorate its 100th founding anniversary, marking a full century of aviation history. Debuting on January 15, 2026, the initiative invites viewers on a visual journey that spans from the airline’s inaugural Read More …

Dubai Tech Makes Hotel Arrivals Super Fast

The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) has officially introduced a new technological initiative designed to streamline the arrival process for visitors staying in the city’s hotels and short-term rental properties. Known as the Contactless Hotel Check-In system, this Read More …