Brand USA’s Budget Crunch and the Bill That Could Restore Funding
Brand USA has long faced funding challenges. A new bill from bipartisan lawmakers could restore its annual federal funding match back to $100 million.
Experiences Company Peek Announces Two Acquisitions, $70 Million in Funding
We’ve been reporting that the experiences space is ripe for consolidation.
Brand USA Funding Would Be Restored After 80% Cut Under New Bipartisan Bill
The bill would restore funding for Brand USA ahead of major tourism events like the World Cup and Olympics.
U.S. Inbound Travel Dropped Again in September, Extending a Slow Year
Despite strength from some destinations, there were widespread declines among the top 10 inbound markets.
Intrepid Travel and REI Partner to Launch Adventure Tours
The partnership comes as Australia-based Intrepid targets growth in the U.S., where REI has nearly 200 stores and 25 million members.
U.S. Announces Fast-Tracked Visa Appointments for World Cup
While the expedited process should make securing a visa easier for ticket holders, Secretary of State Marco Rubio still suggests World Cup travelers apply for a visa “as soon as possible.”
Thanksgiving Travel Expected to Hit Record Despite Shutdown
The government shutdown was a big risk, but air travel is slowly getting back to normal in time for the holidays. Amtrak is getting a bump too.
New Apple Feature Stores Passport Info in Digital Wallet
It's limited to domestic U.S. flights for now — but could still be helpful for the holiday travel season.
Inside Klook’s IPO Filing: What It Tells Us About the Future of Global Travel Experiences
Klook’s SEC filing offers a rare look at the economics, scale, and ambition behind the fast-growing travel experiences sector.
U.S. Travel Companies Hit by Fewer International Visitors. Here’s What CEOs Say.
Some U.S. companies say the decline in international visitors was hard to ignore in the third quarter. Recovery may hinge on the success of 2026 events.