The Trump Effect: Borders, Bans and Bookings

A boycott threat against one of the world’s most important scientific meetings underscores a broader challenge: geopolitical tensions and cross-border travel barriers are increasingly determining where global events can, and can’t, take place. 

AirAsia X is raising fares to absorb soaring fuel costs while keeping capacity largely intact. The airline is betting the crisis will pass before its low-cost model is tested too hard.

The Trump administration wants to privatize TSA following two government shutdowns in which TSA officers missed two paychecks in each. During the most recent partial shutdown, airports across the country experienced hours-long wait times at security as a result of staffing shortages.

The U.S. is gearing up for a summer of marquee events, but new fees and restrictions could keep tourists at bay.

The U.S. is gearing up for a summer of marquee events, but new fees and restrictions could keep certain tourists at bay.

Now that IndiGo has significantly hiked its fuel surcharges, will Air India follow suit? Air India’s still-unannounced Phase 3 Far East surcharge will likely reflect the new, higher benchmark.

The effects of the Iran war are spreading beyond the immediate region, compounded by rising costs and attendee fears of travel.

The travel industry’s advocacy groups were built to lobby Congress, but the executive branch has all the power.

Capital A CEO Tony Fernandes sees opportunity where others see crisis. But like his planes, every bit of that optimism runs on fuel.

UAE occupancy plunges while Saudi Arabia’s domestic demand and limited hotel supply provide resilience.