Europe Leads May's U.S. Tourism Slide
Western Europe makes up more than 35% of the high-spending overseas tourist crowd. Federal data shows they’re continuing to pull back on U.S. travel.
The Trump Effect: Borders, Bans and Bookings
As U.S. President Donald Trump continues to shape the political and economic landscape, the impact of his choices on the travel industry remains significant. Read how his actions and policies are shaping the future of travel, and get insights into the industry’s evolving response.
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Iran War Drives Middle East Tourism Slump — and a Global Demand Shift
Demand didn't disappear. It just left the Gulf — and it's not clear when it's coming back.
Travel Industry Warns Against DHS Threat to Halt Customs at ‘Sanctuary Cities’
Halting customs at Newark — one of the busiest international hubs in the U.S. — would be a logistical nightmare for airlines.
IndiGo Will Stick to Low-Cost DNA Even as Willie Walsh Takes Over
While IndiGo Founder Rahul Bhatia said incoming CEO Willie Walsh will "run the shop in its entirety," but the strategic perimeter appears to have been drawn before Walsh has set foot in the building.
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How Events Are Coping With Geopolitical Crosscurrents
From public announcements to quiet corridor conversations, IMEX Frankfurt 2026 revealed the complex impact of geopolitics on global events.
Avelo Airlines Looks to Car, Hotel Partnerships After ICE Controversy
The ICE partnership hurt Avelo's brand. And the airline's CEO now acknowledges it had a real financial impact too.
U.S. Plans to Scale Back on Collecting All Travelers’ Social Media
The CBP's new social media rules weren't in effect yet, but the proposal made international travelers reconsider the U.S. as a welcoming destination.
Earning Its Stripes: Condor CEO on Life After Lufthansa
Condor’s stripey planes grab the attention, but CEO Peter Gerber’s bigger challenge is turning a decades-long leisure specialist into a credible network competitor to Lufthansa.
How a Small Hotel Group Is Financing Solar When Federal Tax Credits Are Gone
The rollback of U.S. clean energy tax credits has not stopped every hotel from investing in renewables.
‘Skip the Visa’: Indian Companies Respond After Modi’s Call to Stay Home
Telling the middle class to swap Bali for Kashmir sounds noble. But when a Dehradun flight costs as much as a Colombo holiday, patriotism alone won't fix the math.
Ryanair CEO Ties Fuel Outlook to Trump’s Midterm Math
No one in European aviation talks more than Michael O'Leary, and few are better placed to call what's coming. His earnings Q&A is one of the most candid industry insights you'll get this quarter.