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Delta Says It’s No. 1 in South America. American Says No Way

After winning antitrust immunity for its partnership with LATAM, Delta is growing rapidly in South America and in Latin America. American, the longtime leader in the regions, has the best hub in Miami, but Delta seeks dominance through other hubs including Atlanta and JFK.

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Delta Says It’s No. 1 in South America. American Says No Way

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In-Person Events Most Trusted Information Source, Says New Report

There is no more trusted space for disseminating information than an in-person event. Are you using this to your advantage?

16 hours ago
In-Person Events Most Trusted Information Source, Says New Report

Airline Weekly

New York LaGuardia Airport Goes From Loser to Winner

Not long ago, LaGuardia Airport was a national joke, an ugly, unwelcoming entry point that diminished a great city. Now, an $8 billion facelift, which proceeded through a pandemic, has transformed LGA into an airport that is loved rather than hated.

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New York LaGuardia Airport Goes From Loser to Winner

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SXSW Going Down Under

For 36 years, SXSW and Austin have been synonymous. Not anymore. In October, this annual convergence of creativity will descend upon Sydney, Australia with a focus on the Asia Pacific region.

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SXSW Going Down Under

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What The White Lotus Can Teach Event Planners

Meeting professionals can learn how to avoid making major mistakes in food and beverage, attendee health, and more by heeding the lessons of the offbeat hit TV show, The White Lotus.

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What The White Lotus Can Teach Event Planners

Airline Weekly

Korean Air-Asiana Merger Faces Further Delays From European Regulators

Korean Air and Asiana will have to wait a little bit longer to get married. The EU is extending its decision date on the transaction further into the summer of 2023. The deal hopes to be fully approved by 2024.

2 days ago
Korean Air-Asiana Merger Faces Further Delays From European Regulators

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Norwegian Cruise Line CEO Frank Del Rio to Step Down

Frank J. Del Rio will step down as president and CEO of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings, effective June 30, the cruise company announced Monday. Harry J. Sommer, president and CEO of the company’s Norwegian Cruise Line brand, will officially succeed him on July 31. The transition process starts on April 1. Del Rio has been…

Tom Lowry | 2 days ago

Airline Weekly

U.S. Airlines Continue to Report Red-Hot Booking Strength

It’s like that bunny in the old Energizer battery commercials: Still going.

3 days ago
U.S. Airlines Continue to Report Red-Hot Booking Strength

Airline Weekly

Booming Greek Tourism Lifts Aegean Airlines to Another Strong Profit

Aegean Airlines performed well last quarter, helped by strong Greek tourism. It now sounds bullish about the upcoming summer peak. New planes should help too.

5 days ago
Booming Greek Tourism Lifts Aegean Airlines to Another Strong Profit

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VisitBritain Sticks With Virtual for Flagship Event

VisitBritain’s annual global travel trade event continues to be virtual, and that may be here to stay.

5 days ago
VisitBritain Sticks With Virtual for Flagship Event