Budget Airlines Are in Talks With Trump Administration Over $2.5 Billion Bailout
Budget airlines are turning to the Trump administration for aid as high fuel costs threaten their ability to stay in business.
The Trump Effect: Borders, Bans and Bookings
As U.S. President Donald Trump continues to shape the political and economic landscape, the impact of his choices on the travel industry remains significant. Read how his actions and policies are shaping the future of travel, and get insights into the industry’s evolving response.
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Trump Administration Nearing Deal to Rescue Spirit Airlines
The Trump administration is nearing a deal to bail out Spirit, which would provide the embattled ultra-low-cost carrier a lifeline after facing the possibility of liquidation.
Iran War Pushes Chinese Travelers Closer to Home
Security fears have done what even visa hassles and high prices never could, convincing the world's biggest tourism market to just stay closer to home.
Trump Tells Transportation Department to ‘Take a Look’ at Spirit as Bailout Talk Grows
It is unclear if the federal government would actually give Spirit a bailout. Trump signaled earlier that he thinks “maybe” the federal government should help.
India Loses Up to 20% of Inbound Tourism as Iran War Cuts Key Air Routes
India’s inbound travel was already fragile, now it’s being stress-tested. With Middle East routes disrupted, getting to India is harder, pricier, and slower, and that’s translating into lost bookings.
Akasa Heads to Hanoi as Iran War Freezes Gulf Expansion Plans
Akasa built five of six international routes into the Middle East. With the Gulf in conflict, Southeast Asia has now become the Indian carrier’s viable growth corridor.
Hilton CEO Argues the Bull Case Despite Iran War and Weak World Cup Signals
Hilton CEO Chris Nassetta is making the strongest bull case in the hotel sector right now, and early U.S. industry data backs him up. But the Middle East and the World Cup remain open questions.
United Airlines Floated Possible Merger With Rival American: Report
A tie-up between United and American would create the largest carrier in the U.S. and have major ramifications for competition in the airline industry.
LVMH’s Bumpy Quarter: What War Impact Signals About Luxury Travel
The travel industry can glean signals from LVMH's quarterly results on how the Middle East conflict is reshaping demand for high-end travel and hospitality.
U.S. Tourism Rebound Continues, But Asia Is a Soft Spot
Despite the rebound, some of the travelers the U.S. can least afford to lose aren't coming back.
Canadian Visits to the U.S. Dropped Again in March — 14-Month Streak
A slowing decline is not the same as a recovery, and the U.S. travel industry has no clear path to winning Canadian travelers back.