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Business Travel News

These articles explore key aspects of the industry, including travel buyers, distribution, duty of care, and loyalty programs, providing valuable insights for stakeholders and decision-makers. Travel buyers will find relevant information on the latest procurement strategies, negotiation tactics, and supplier relations, enabling them to make informed decisions and optimize their travel programs. In the realm of distribution, the archive covers the evolving landscape of booking channels, global distribution systems (GDS), and direct connects, shedding light on the challenges and opportunities in this area. The archive also delves into the critical issue of duty of care, emphasizing the importance of traveler safety, risk management, and compliance with ever-changing regulations. Learn also how companies are leveraging loyalty programs to enhance traveler satisfaction, drive cost savings, and foster long-term relationships with suppliers.

Airlines

American Airlines and US Airways Begin to Share Lounges and Miles

OK, these baby steps are the easy part in the integration of American Airlines and US Airways. Game on.

American Airlines and US Airways Begin to Share Lounges and Miles

Announcements

Skift Business Traveler: How Airlines Handle Delays

Announcements

Skift Business Traveler: Brace for Even More Bad Weather

Airlines

Air China Flight Attendants are Now Beijing-Duck Savvy, Airline Says

There's been a lot of press about airports becoming destinations in themselves. But, what about airlines? If Air China's Beijing Duck in first class is as good as the airline promises, and flight attendants can deliver, then the carrier is becoming a way for the passengers up front to experience Chinese culture, as well. Of course, economy passengers will have to settle for rice, noodles and burgers from a bevy of catering companies.

Air China Flight Attendants are Now Beijing-Duck Savvy, Airline Says

Airlines

The 15 Biggest Travel Stories of 2013

Bring it on, 2014.

The 15 Biggest Travel Stories of 2013

Business Travel

The 17 Most Influential People in Travel of 2013

We like it when these people make headlines.

The 17 Most Influential People in Travel of 2013

Announcements

Skift Business Traveler: A Good Year for Airlines

Skift Business Traveler: A Good Year for Airlines

Airlines

Skift Business Traveler: Time to Plan Your 2014 Loyalty Strategy

Skift Business Traveler: Time to Plan Your 2014 Loyalty Strategy

Airlines

American Express Travel Part of $75 Million Settlement With Regulators

American Express call center agents were deceiving travelers and others about the benefits of paying off old debt or the bonus points they'd get when enrolling in certain credit card programs. Not surprising for a credit card company, but shameful nonetheless.

Airlines

Skift Business Traveler: Respite for PreCheck Passengers and Nasty Weather

Skift Business Traveler: Respite for PreCheck Passengers and Nasty Weather