The Trump Effect on Travel

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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Crypto Conferences Pull Out of Dubai as Iran War Intensifies

Crypto traders are used to financial volatility, but the war in Iran has introduced a different kind of instability. It is disrupting the events ecosystem that the city spent years building.

Andrea Doyle | 3 months ago

Airlines

Donations for Unpaid TSA Agents, Growing Lines: The Shutdown Hits U.S. Airports

Many airports are continuing to see long lines and wait times at security as TSA agents missed their first full paycheck during the partial shutdown.

Meghna Maharishi | 3 months ago

Airlines

Six Years After Covid, the Travel Industry Faces Another Stress Test

Even after the Covid shutdown forced airlines to rethink disruption management, the Middle East conflict shows the industry still struggles with the basics.

Meghna Maharishi, Adriana Lee, Deepthi Nair, Dennis Schaal, and Peden Doma Bhutia | 3 months ago

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Airlines

5x, 10x, 20x – Airlines Hike Ticket Prices Out of Middle East

When a crisis hits, people crave comfort and stability. But for those caught in the Middle East conflict, with over 55% of flights canceled, a fare home came with a hefty price tag.

Peden Doma Bhutia and Deepthi Nair | 3 months ago

Hotels

Marriott Sees Middle East Travel Dip, Expands AI Tools

Marriott highlighted two forces shaping the hotel industry right now - geopolitical volatility and a race to build AI tools that keep travelers inside its direct channels.

Luke Martin | 3 months ago

Hotels

Indian Hotels’ Cooking Gas Shut Off By Iran War

A combination of the Iran war and India’s reliance on imported fuel is shutting down hotel kitchens and train galleys while sending up airline ticket prices.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 3 months ago

Airlines

Iran War Cited as Air India Raises Fuel Surcharge

Air India has a long history of financial troubles, and it is now taking an up front approach to discussing problems and its plans to tackle them.

Bulbul Dhawan | 3 months ago

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Hotels

Hilton CEO Calls Out Slide in U.S. Tourism but Sees Economic Boost Ahead

Hilton CEO Chris Nassetta said that over 30 years, the U.S. has allowed its share of global inbound tourism to collapse. Regaining ground in the global race for visitors could boost jobs.

Sean O'Neill | 3 months ago

Tourism

Canadian Travel to the U.S. Keeps Falling — Now for 13 Straight Months

There are few signs the trend will reverse given recent moves by airlines and survey data.

Rashaad Jorden | 3 months ago

Airlines

Oil Price Shock Could Mean 10%+ Fare Hike, $24 Billion in Costs for U.S. Airlines

Jet fuel is the single largest expense for most airlines and executives will face pressure to respond soon with higher fares.

Seth Borko | 3 months ago