Singapore Slams Brakes on Climate Levy and Cleaner Fuel Mandate
Singapore's decision to pause its SAF levy reflects the brutal economics of flying in 2026.
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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Airfare Hikes Are Another Blow to Strained Meeting Budgets
For many planners, budgets have struggled to keep up with rising costs — and now they face potential increases of 20% or more on air travel.Â
Trump Appoints Polarizing Figure Nick Adams as Tourism Envoy
Nick Adams' public comments go against the vision of tourism as a way to promote cross-cultural understanding — an awkward fit for a job meant to promote the U.S. abroad.
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Iran War Costs Planner $1.5 Million
Financial losses stemming from the Iran War continue to mount, with cancellations now pushing further into the 2026 calendar as uncertainty reshapes global event demand.Â
Accor CEO: Geopolitical Turmoil Isn’t Killing Travel, But Companies Need Agility
Accor’s CEO says travel demand is holding steady, but behaving differently. Shorter booking windows and rapid shifts between destinations are forcing hotel companies to stay agile.
Why the Best Hedge Against Global Chaos Is a Very Large Hotel Company
IHG’s view is that volatility is now a constant, but that large, diversified hotel groups are still positioned to benefit, so long as travel demand stays strong.
New York City Tourism Ticks Up — But International Visitors Lag
Although New York City’s overall tourism exceeded expectations last year, the city still has significant work to do to attract higher-spending international visitors.
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It’s Only Tuesday
Welcome to a special edition of the Trump Effect. We do this occasionally on merit, and I don’t think I remember a more chaotic start to a week. I’m aware it’s only Tuesday. Here’s yesterday, step-by-step.
Southeast Asia Travel Operators Hit by Trip Cancellations and Delays
Bookings might bounce back in June. But if fuel costs keep climbing and wallets get tighter, the bigger worry is whether it will erode the spending power that makes Southeast Asians want to travel at all.
Did ICE Help? Airports Stop Posting Wait Times as Lines Stretch for Hours
Record demand and TSA staffing shortages are pushing airport operations to the breaking point. Deploying ICE agents could help at the margins — but it doesn’t solve the underlying problem.