Articles tagged “government”

Haiti’s nascent tourism hopes were dashed last week since other countries often follow advisories put out by the U.S. government. We’ll wait to see if Haiti’s objections have any impact on the advisory.

The GSA has been forced to make real changes, or at least look like it’s doing so, after making headlines twice this year for spending too much on conferences and its inefficient virtual employee program.

The government failed to sell the airline during its first attempt in 2011 and is now putting into motion plans to restructure the airline before trying to sell it again.

The TSA inevitably will be forced to evolve, but the agency could have a shelf life.

Although tourist areas and resorts are presumed to be safe, a lack of regularity in the attacks and unsolved crimes prompted the U.S. to label the country as a questionable destination.

Mexico has battled its violent reputation to keep tourists keen on visiting the country, but an increase in criminal incidences will send its tourist-friendly image back several steps.

This is really a story of battling consumer groups and sour grapes. Hanni had lobbied hard to get appointed to the committee seat that ultimately went to Charlie Leocha, so its hard to see her group's criticism as legit.

When it comes to being a tourist destination, Israel has the advantage of being Israel: It will continue to draw visitors from the deep pool of travelers who have religious or ideological ties to the state.

As blame is being passed around from the TSA to second- and third-party contractors for allowing the inappropriate exposure, policy officials can pause to ponder what it would be like if the entire TSA was privatized.

Supporters of the contract believe its initiatives will succeed at improving employee morale and behavior, while critics think it will insulate its bloated workforce and impact security operations.