American Airlines will no longer allow passengers flying on Basic Economy tickets to earn miles or loyalty points, marking a major shift in its frequent flyer strategy.
Uzbekistan will allow U.S. citizens to enter visa-free for up to 30 days starting January 1, a move expected to significantly boost American travel to Central Asia.
MAST Travel Network has named longtime cruise and hospitality executive Andrew Davis as its new president and COO, effective January 2.
Spirit and Frontier are reportedly back in merger discussions, reviving a deal that once fell apart after Spirit chose JetBlue. The timing reflects growing financial strain across the U.S. ultra-low-cost sector.
Delta Air Lines president Glen Hauenstein will retire in February 2026 after two decades, marking the end of a leadership era that reshaped the airline’s global network.
Severe winter smog and dense fog have caused widespread flight cancellations and delays in Delhi, disrupting travel during India’s busiest tourism season.
Corporate travel platform Navan announced a CFO transition shortly after its IPO, alongside strong revenue growth and continued demand in the corporate travel market.
Southwest Airlines is expanding its international connectivity with a new interline agreement with Turkish Airlines, marking its largest global partnership to date and a major strategic shift for the U.S. carrier.
More than 122 million Americans are expected to travel over the year-end holidays, even as rising costs push travelers to rethink budgets, transport choices, and hotel stays.
Indian hospitality group Pride Hotels is planning an IPO by March 2026 to finance large-scale renovations, reduce debt, and support its expanding national footprint.
Spain has imposed a €65 million fine on Airbnb for advertising tens of thousands of unlicensed tourist rentals, signaling a tougher stance on short-term rentals amid a growing housing crisis.
December travel across Europe is facing renewed disruption as airport workers in Italy, the UK, and Spain plan strikes during the busiest holiday period of the year.
Lifestyle-focused Only YOU Hotels is set to make its U.S. debut with a new 138-room hotel in the heart of Manhattan, scheduled to open in late 2026.
Gulf Air has unveiled an enhanced mobile app designed to make managing flights and journeys faster, smarter, and more intuitive for travelers.
Google is testing real-time speech translation through wireless headphones, a feature that could significantly reduce language barriers for travelers worldwide.