All U.S. Visa Holders Subject to ‘Continuous Vetting’
The policy is the latest effort by the Trump administration to tighten controls on entry to the U.S.
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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#OpenToWork: Meetings Industry Job Market Shows Strain
The poor jobs reports of the past three months reflect what planners are seeing in the meetings industry — fewer jobs with more applicants, and no sign of things letting up.
Tripadvisor Under Pressure, Trump’s D.C. Hotels and Trump and Alaska’s Loyalty Play
For today’s pod we look at Tripadvisor’s Viator options, Washington’s hotel problems, and Alaska’s new loyalty program.
Trump’s D.C. Takeover: Tracking the Hotel Impact
D.C. hotels had 64.3% occupancy amid a federal police takeover last week, down 2 points from 2024. That was broadly within national trends as the industry faces a mild softening in demand.
Travel Industry Looks for Fed Signals at Jackson Hole
The travel industry could get a nice boost from lower rates: Think more deals, more investment, and more spending by travelers.
Why Airlines Will Be Watching White House-Ukraine Talks Closely
War and peace dominate the headlines, but aviation executives will also be watching for clues about airspace access, lower costs, and long-term commercial opportunities.
Hotel Pipeline Bloat: U.S. Construction Hits Wall
Developers still want to build, but high borrowing costs, labor constraints, and political headwinds have put much of the hotel pipeline on ice.
Congress Travel – All Expenses Paid: Top Destinations and Sponsors
Lawmakers’ travel records suggest that when special interest groups want face time, they know exactly where to find it: destinations far from Washington.
Canadian Travel to the U.S. Shows Another Steep Decline
The large number of Canadians shunning trips to its neighbor has been a boon for several destinations that have seen a jump in visitors from Canada — as well as domestic tourism in the country.
8 Out of Top 10 Countries for U.S. Tourism Showed Declines in July
Tourism to the U.S. from overseas has declined for 5 of the past 6 months. Higher visa fees and other restrictions could make it worse.