OYO has recently revealed a new partnership with Stripe aimed at enhancing the payment process for both customers and hotel owners in the US. This collaboration will offer hotel owners a convenient and flexible solution for in-person payments through Stripe Terminal at their establishments. OYO has also introduced a virtual front desk solution for its partner hotels in the United States. This self-check-in technology is seamlessly integrated with smart lock systems, enabling guests to access...
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New Senior Executive at Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort & Spa
Marozzi joined Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort & Spa in January 2022 and previously held the position of director of memberships at Cabana Beach Club. Marozzi possesses a wealth of sales and marketing experience within the hospitality industry, making her an ideal candidate for the position. She has a strong background in working with private club organizations, including Invited (formerly ClubCorp) and Florida Yacht Club. Marozzi is a highly motivated sales professional with a proven track...
Choice Hotels International 68th Annual Convention in Las Vegas
The company is actively making strategic investments to secure its future and boost revenue for hotel owners and operators. With its exceptional Global Group Sales team, the company successfully generated nearly $100 million in additional Gross Room Revenue for hotels within the Choice system within a year of integrating the Radisson Americas global sales team in October 2022. Furthermore, Choice is revamping its Choice Privileges rewards program to create a more experiential and emotional...
TSA Picks CLEAR for Official TSA PreCheck Enrollment
CLEAR CEO Caryn Seidman-Becker stated that the combination of TSA PreCheck with enrollment by CLEAR offers a quick and effective airport experience, emphasizing that this partnership will greatly benefit US travelers by providing them with additional enrollment locations, extended hours of operation, and various other advantages.
Princess Cruises Changes 2025 World Cruise Schedules
Princess Cruises has updated the routes for its two 2025 World Cruises, eliminating stops in the Middle East and Asia while introducing new destinations in Africa and Europe.
New GM at Residence Inn by Marriott Kenwood
Commonwealth Hotels made an announcement today regarding the appointment of Latrina Wright as the general manager of the Residence Inn by Marriott Kenwood. With more than two decades of experience in the hospitality industry, Ms. Wright is well-equipped to take on her new position after serving as the general manager of the Residence Inn & Suites in Mason, Ohio. Ms. Wright, a seasoned leader in operations and sales, is tasked with supervising and carrying out the hotel and property operations...
2023 TSA Honorary Awards Recognizes Top Performers
The 2023 TSA Honorary Awards Ceremony, held at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on April 30, was a momentous occasion where the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) acknowledged its outstanding employees and teams. TSA Administrator David Pekoske expressed his deep appreciation for the hard work and dedication of the award recipients, recognizing their significant contributions to TSA's mission. Department of Homeland Security Senior Official Performing the Duties of Deputy...
Carnival Rolls Out New Planning Software Fleetwide
Carnival Corporation & plc has successfully concluded the fleetwide integration of LR OneOcean's EnviroManager+ software. This implementation represents the most thorough and data-intensive utilization of the LR OneOcean platform to date, establishing a new standard for maritime journey and environmental planning. The software is expected to improve passage planning efficiency and facilitate compliance with a wide range of environmental regulations at international, regional, national, and...
WestJet Launches Edmonton to Atlanta Flight
The United States is Alberta's primary bilateral trade partner and the top inbound tourism market for the province.
Checkpoint Adjustments at Maui Kahului Airport
Kahului Airport will introduce CLEAR, a travel services provider, which will offer its optional identification verification services.
New PR Specialist at Visit Williamsburg
Selena is tasked with managing media relations, promoting Visit Williamsburg's initiatives and attractions to a worldwide audience.
Why VisitBritain Had to Create a New Executive Position
The national tourism agency for Britain, VisitBritain, announced today that it has created a new executive position and named the person who will fill this post. Carl Walsh will be the new Senior Vice President, USA, based out of New York. It will be his job to spearhead initiatives across America and spur growth from the American market to Britain. His job will include collaborating in cross-government activities as well as the implementation of trade and communications strategies. The USA...
Southwest Democratizing the Skies with The Big Flex
"The Big Flex" focuses on narratives of Customers who take advantage of Southwest's adaptable policies.
US – Canada border reopening a no go
There is no deal between the United States and Canada on reopening the border. - eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online
US summer travel: California might be fun but West Virginia maybe not so much
We all define “fun” a bit differently, and hopefully the place in which we live caters to our personal ideas of entertainment. That’s not always the case, though, which may drive people to live somewhere new or simply to travel to a destination to partake in some fun time. - eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online
Why you no longer need an I-94 to travel to the US
Foreign visitors to the US arriving via air or sea no longer need to complete paper Customs and Border Protection Form I-94 Arrival/Departure Record or Form I-94W Nonimmigrant Visa Waiver Arrival/Departure Record - eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online
US Travel: Placing US on UK Amber list does not make any sense
U.K.’s decision to put the United States on their amber status for reopening just isn’t backed by the science - eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online
US bans travel from India amid soaring coronavirus surge
US citizens not to travel to India or to leave as soon as it is safe to do so - eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online
US Travel praises REAL ID deadline extension
Significant travel disruption was likely if the deadline were allowed to hit, which the U.S. economy can’t afford - eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online
US Leisure and Hospitality: 280,000 jobs gained in March
US Leisure and Hospitality industry’s unemployment rate now stands at 13.0% - eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online
U.S. Travel welcomes Paycheck Protection Program extension
PPP extension was absolutely essential to continue delivering assistance to hard-hit American workers and small businesses - eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online
US Travel supports President Biden’s American Rescue Plan
American economic recovery is contingent on a robust recovery within the travel industry, which is why it will continue to need substantial relief for travel industry businesses - eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online
US leisure and hospitality sector gains 355K jobs in February
Even with the progress made with vaccinations, it is far from clear when travel demand will be able to rebound on its own Leisure and travel industry’s unemployment rate now stands at 13.5% The outlook will remain dire for travel businesses and workers without substantial policy assistance from Washington The U.S. Leisure & Hospitality sector […] - eTurboNews | Trends | Travel News Online