Dave Levinthal

The travel industry spent big this summer as it ramped up its lobbying efforts in Washington amid legislative and regulatory fights.

As local governments increasingly look to regulate the short-term rental industry, Airbnb is fighting back by increasing its lobbying efforts and getting involved in political races.

While inbound travel to the U.S. has declined this year, outbound marketing to Americans is booming — and here's a look at some of the foreign tourism boards that are spending to attract U.S. visitors.

Lawmakers’ travel records suggest that when special interest groups want face time, they know exactly where to find it: destinations far from Washington.

Just about all the travel companies want lower taxes and they've got their own initiatives where they want to see more spending.

Every president wants lower interest rates – they keep voters happy. It’s the Fed’s job to ignore that. But financial markets may have already accepted where this is heading.

Although much of the focus on President Trump's tax and spending bill has been on tax cuts and changes to health care, the legislation is poised to have major implications for the travel industry.

Federal law prohibits corporations from contributing directly to federal political candidates, but these funds from executives can still go a long way to furthering their policy interests.

Boeing is fighting to win back public trust – and it’s spending big in Washington. 

Although travel isn't at the top of Congress’ agenda, lawmakers in Washington are discussing several bills that would impact the industry.