Travel Industry Wire

U.S. Travel Industry to Add 90,000 American Jobs in 2010

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 09:16:38 EST

Modest Increases in Travel Volume, Spending Demonstrate Industry's Unique Ability to Quickly Create Employment Opportunities

Confidence In Tourism Sector Gradually Picking Up

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 09:13:33 EST

The decline in international tourism may have started to bottom out, according to the latest edition of the UNWTO World Tourism Barometer. Worldwide, international tourist arrivals declined by 7% between January and August 2009, but the rate of decline has eased in the past few months. These results, as well as the most recent economic data, confirm UNWTO's initial forecast of a 5% decline in international tourist arrivals for the full year 2009. For 2010, UNWTO expects a moderate growth.

Tack to Judge Tourism Advertising Awards

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 11:56:29 EST

Wanderlust EVP selected to Adrian Awards panel again

Triptelevision Goes Home for the Holidays With 'Family Legacy Videos' - Book Your Date Now!

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 10:15:52 EST

TripTelevision has created a special Holiday offering for its partners and friends in the travel industry to help make this holiday a truly special and memorable one! For a limited time, TripTelevision is offering Family Legacy Videos!

NBTA Successfully Fends Off Another Travel Fee Hike

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 08:34:34 EST

Association Praises Pro-Business Move by U.S. Department of Agriculture

NTA and UMA to Co-locate in 2013

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 08:28:32 EST

The National Tour Association and the United Motorcoach Association announce their plan to co-locate their two annual business events-the NTA Convention and the UMA Motorcoach Expo. NTA and UMA will introduce the first collaborative event in the first quarter of 2013.

Destination 2010: Top Travel Trends to Watch

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 08:25:08 EST

Scene Advisor takes a look at the progression and salient characteristics of the hospitality industry

Positive trends for Asia Pacific tourism

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 08:21:37 EST

Latest figures released by the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) show that the numbers of international visitors to the Asia Pacific region improved by a marginal 0.5 percent during the month of August 2009 compared to August 2008.

At the Negotiating Table for Next Year's Rates

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 08:18:43 EST

Travel management companies are in the midst of negotiating next year's hotel and airline rates on behalf of their corporate clients, an annual ritual that was thrown into turmoil last fall when the economy collapsed, dragging down business travel with it.

Egencia Releases 2010 Forecast and Annual Hotel Negotiability Index for Corporate Travel

Wed, 4 Nov 2009 12:35:54 EST

Index Shows Corporations to Retain Hotel Buying Power into 2010

Webinar: Outlooks for Successful Online Merchandising in 2010

Wed, 4 Nov 2009 09:50:51 EST

Complimentary webinar on what smart hoteliers are doing to extract more value out of their hotel's presence online in the year ahead with speakers Henry Harteveldt from Forrester Research and Edward Perry from WORLDHOTELS.

Luxury Link Partners with Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group

Wed, 4 Nov 2009 09:28:07 EST

Award-winning luxury hotel collection now featured on LuxuryLink.com.

Virgin Atlantic Releases iPhone App for People Afraid of Flying

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 12:29:24 EST

Virgin Atlantic, the award-winning long-haul airline, today announced its highly acclaimed Flying Without Fear course -- with a success rate in excess of 98% -- is now available as an app for the iPhone and iPod touch from the App Store -- the first of its kind.

12 Rules for 2010 Planning & Budgeting

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 10:40:58 EST

Wanderlust outlines the new criteria for successful planning

Corporate Lay-Offs: Did They Get Rid Of The Wrong People? - By Alan E. Young, Apical Resource Group

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 09:30:47 EST

It has been more than a year since companies began the react to the downturn in the economy. The unfortunate aspect of the economic downturn was that is has affected people and people are what makes an economy or a country great. People build our cars, people build houses, people serve breakfasts lunches and dinners in restaurants and hotels all over North America, people sell products and services, basically, people, try their best to get the job done.

Christmas Vacation Packages Offer Fun, Holiday Shows around United States

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 09:24:59 EST

With the holiday season rapidly approaching, time is running out to make vacation plans to enjoy the Christmas cheer in destinations around the United States. Branson, Mo. and Nashville, Tenn. both offer many Christmas activities and shows that are fun for the whole family. With convenient pre-made vacation packages, guests can enjoy a holiday vacation complete with lodging and shows.

New on VTV Channel: The Integration of Revenue Management and Marketing

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 06:08:01 EST

VFM Leonardo, the leader in online visual content distribution for hotels, has launched a new video on VTV Channel featuring Laurence Bernstein, Managing Director of The Bay Charles Consulting Company. In this episode, Laurence explains where revenue management and marketing are disconnected and what these two functions can learn from one another.

Cornell Study of Hotel Internet Marketing Tactics Quantifies 'Billboard Effect' of Online Travel Agents

Mon, 2 Nov 2009 05:26:34 EST

Travel Research Says Hotels Gain Reservations Over and Above the Online Agent Volume

World's Largest Online Travel Company Expands Presence in Brazil

Mon, 2 Nov 2009 05:20:20 EST

Expedia grows its Brazilian operations to help hoteliers reach the world's largest audience of travelers

VacationsMadeEasy.com Highlights Winter Wonderland Vacation Destinations

Mon, 2 Nov 2009 05:06:19 EST

Throughout November and December many of the nation's top travel destinations adorn their streets with the cheer of the holidays and present a slue of special activities and attractions paying tribute to the season. From the bright lights of The Big Apple to the relaxed lifestyle of the Ozarks, across the country it is the time for warmth, goodwill and enjoying yourself!