ASTA Makes Hotel Watch List Public to Pressure Unpaid Commissions
ASTA has made its Hotel Watch List public through March 13 to spotlight properties accused of unpaid commissions and push for stronger accountability.
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U.S. Tells Americans to ‘Depart Now’ From Over a Dozen Middle East Countries as Iran War Escalates
The U.S. State Department is urging Americans to leave more than a dozen Middle East countries using available commercial options, citing “serious safety risks” as the Iran conflict expands and…
Global Travel Chaos Deepens as Iran Conflict Shuts Gulf Airports and Grounds Thousands of Flights
Major Gulf hubs including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Doha remain shut as the Iran conflict disrupts global air travel, sending airline stocks lower and stranding hundreds of thousands of passengers.
U.S. Issues Level 4 ‘Do Not Travel’ Alerts Across Middle East as Iran Conflict Escalates
The U.S. has issued its highest Level 4 travel warnings for Iran and Iraq, while urging Americans across the Middle East to shelter in place and prepare for disruptions.
U.S. Lifts Mexico Travel Restrictions as Flights Return to Normal
The U.S. has lifted temporary restrictions in Mexico after recent unrest, with flights resuming normal schedules and embassies operating as usual.
Italy to Launch Fully Digital Visas and Expand Biometric Border Controls
Italy will introduce a fully digital visa system and expand biometric border checks from mid-2026, reshaping entry procedures for travelers.
Travel Experiences on Track to Hit $342 Billion by 2029
New data from Arival and Phocuswright shows the global travel experiences sector is set to reach $342 billion by 2029.
Barcelona Doubles Tourist Tax to Fund Housing and Curb Visitor Pressure
Barcelona raises its tourist tax to among the highest in Europe, directing part of the revenue toward affordable housing.
TourRadar Launches Hosted Trips to Help Creators and Agents Monetize Group Travel
TourRadar introduces Hosted Trips, enabling creators and travel agents to turn audiences into bookable multi-day departures.
Traveling to Mexico? What Tourists Need to Know After Cartel Violence Erupts
Authorities urge travelers in parts of Mexico to shelter in place after cartel violence disrupts flights and road access in key destinations.
Over 7,000 Flights Disrupted as Historic Blizzard Slams U.S. Northeast
A powerful winter storm has canceled thousands of flights and placed more than 20 million people at risk across the U.S. Northeast.
ASTA Opens Self-Nominations for 2026 Travel Advisor of the Year Award
ASTA invites advisors to self-nominate for its 2026 Travel Advisor of the Year Award, recognizing creative and exceptional client service.
Chicago Names Navy Pier the New Starting Point of Historic Route 66
Chicago has officially designated Navy Pier as the new eastern starting point of Route 66, creating a symbolic pier-to-pier journey from Lake Michigan to the Pacific.
Travel Compatibility: Why One in Four Couples Clash on Vacation
A new survey finds that nearly one in four couples consider themselves incompatible travel partners, with budgets, bedtimes and itineraries driving the biggest tensions.
Orange Travel and Selectour Expand eSIM Access Through Strategic Travel Retail Partnership
Orange Travel and Selectour have launched a strategic partnership to offer travelers preferential eSIM connectivity rates at the time of booking, expanding distribution across 1,000 agencies.