Articles tagged “latin america”

Airline Weekly

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

News Blog

Marriott Gets Mexico’s Approval to Move Forward on Midscale Push

Marriott International said on Friday it had received an okay from Mexico's competition watchdog for its acquisition of the City Express brand portfolio from Hoteles City Express. The news clears the path for the $100 million deal, first announced in October, and which may now close before June. The hotel group seeks entry into the…

Sean O'Neill | 2 weeks ago

News Blog

Mexican Airline Aeromar Stops Flying

Mexican regional airline Aeromar closed its doors on Wednesday after it failed to reach a deal with creditors or secure new capital. The airline was a small player in Mexico's aviation market, flying less than 1 percent of the country's domestic seats in February, according to Diio by Cirium schedules. However, flying smaller ATR turboprops,…

Edward Russell | 1 month ago

News Blog

Colombia’s Viva Air Files for Bankruptcy, Keeps Flying

Struggling Latin American discounter Viva Air has entered the local equivalent to bankruptcy protection under Colombian law, as it works to restructure debt while awaiting a decision on its proposed merger with Avianca. The Medellin-based airline said Friday that it had filed for Colombia's Business Recovery Process, or known locally as PRE, to restructure its…

Edward Russell | 1 month ago

Tourism

Peru’s Post-Covid Tourism Faces Setback From Civil Unrest

The civil unrest has delivered a serious blow to the recovery of Peru's tourism sector. Tourism officials need to counter the negative publicity — especially around Machu Picchu — to reassure aspiring tourists of the country's safety. They also need to nudge government officials to resolve the crisis.

Dawit Habtemariam | 3 months ago

Peru’s Post-Covid Tourism Faces Setback From Civil Unrest

Announcements

The Best Travel Writing of the Year: Our Favorite Stories of 2022

Travel came roaring back in 2022 and we were there to cover it all from across the globe. By asking our team of editors and reporters to pick their favorite stories from the year, it really captures the scope of that coverage. Enjoy their inside accounts of how these stories came to be.

Tom Lowry | 3 months ago

The Best Travel Writing of the Year: Our Favorite Stories of 2022

Airlines

Full Video: Azul Brazilian Airlines CEO at Skift Aviation Forum 2022

Ultra low-cost carriers can typically disrupt any market they go to. Azul Brazilian Airlines CEO John Rodgerson argues they'll be out of business if they come to Brazil.

Dawit Habtemariam | 4 months ago

Full Video: Azul Brazilian Airlines CEO at Skift Aviation Forum 2022

Airlines

Avianca and Viva Launch Appeal Against Colombia’s Merger Denial

The airlines will be hoping that reducing operations in Bogota and working with state-owned Satena to boost links to Colombia’s most remote regions will appease the country's civil aviation regulator.

Luis Jaime Acosta, Reuters | 4 months ago

Business Travel

Blueground Sees Short-Term Rental Boost From Those Fleeing Political Turmoil

The proptech startup says its latest Miami opening highlights demand for shorter stay accommodation from those traveling for political reasons, not just contract workers and digital nomads.

Matthew Parsons | 4 months ago

Blueground Sees Short-Term Rental Boost From Those Fleeing Political Turmoil

Airlines

Azul Brazilian CEO Doesn’t Expect Ultra Low-Cost Carrier Competitors

Azul Brazilian Airlines CEO John Rodgerson is pretty confident he won't see any competition any time soon. Many carriers have said the same thing about their respective markets — and then got disrupted.

Dawit Habtemariam | 4 months ago

Azul Brazilian CEO Doesn’t Expect Ultra Low-Cost Carrier Competitors