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Uber Launches Black-Car Service for Business Travelers 

The head of Uber for Business says his margins are better than the non-business side, so Uber wants to triple-down on investment.

Uber Launches Black-Car Service for Business Travelers 

Experiences

Abu Dhabi Sphere Confirmed: Second Location Outside Las Vegas

Sphere Entertainment and the Emirati government confirmed the next mega-structure will be in Abu Dhabi. But we still don't have key details like price, location or a timeline.

Abu Dhabi Sphere Confirmed: Second Location Outside Las Vegas

Airlines

Boeing Secures $10 Billion Credit Agreement to Bolster Balance Sheet

With strike action crippling production and a series of expensive regulatory hurdles to navigate, this extra liquidity gives Boeing greater flexibility to top its war chest. Will it be enough to silence the company's growing band of critics?

Boeing Secures $10 Billion Credit Agreement to Bolster Balance Sheet

Daily Lodging Report

Australia Marks Record Inbound and Outbound Tourism Growth

Australians are traveling in record numbers in 2024, with significant growth in both outbound and inbound tourism, particularly between Indonesia, Japan, and China.

Hotels

Rethinking Hospitality Through Design and Eco-Conscious Travel

The hospitality scene in India is changing, and it’s giving rise to brands like Minimalist Hotels that cater to travelers who look for places that strike a balance between quality and experience. Lavish amenities might not be a priority, but they're happy to splurge on things like specialty coffee or other premium touches.

Rethinking Hospitality Through Design and Eco-Conscious Travel

Podcasts

Barcelona’s New Tourism Protests, Hotel Labor Strikes and Attracting Indian Tourists

Today's podcast looks at Barcelona's latest tourism beef, U.S. hotel labor unrest, and making food Indian travelers like to eat.

Barcelona’s New Tourism Protests, Hotel Labor Strikes and Attracting Indian Tourists

Airlines

India’s Plans for Airport Expansion – India Report

As demand for air travel and airline capacity increases, airport infrastructure is being ramped up to cater to a surge in passengers.

India’s Plans for Airport Expansion – India Report

Daily Lodging Report

Truist’s Hotel Earnings Season Projections

Truist expects hurricanes to boost midscale hotel RevPARs but raise insurance costs, while labor pressures and union demands challenge hotel profitability despite occupancy growth and M&A opportunities.

Hotels

Hotel Workers in Boston and Seattle Join U.S. Strikes

The labor movement has organized most of its strikes this year as localized, short-duration walkouts.

Hotel Workers in Boston and Seattle Join U.S. Strikes

Tourism

America’s Cup Sparks Protests Against Mass Tourism in Barcelona

Barcelona has to convince locals it can adequately balance community needs with being a host for mass tourism events.

America’s Cup Sparks Protests Against Mass Tourism in Barcelona

Hotels

Hurricane Milton Recovery: The Impact on Hotels in Florida

An uncomfortable truth is emerging in the aftermath of two hurricanes making devastating sweeps through Florida. Natural disasters can be good for business at regional hotels that escape damage.

Hurricane Milton Recovery: The Impact on Hotels in Florida