ASTA has made its Hotel Watch List public through March 13 to spotlight properties accused of unpaid commissions and push for stronger accountability.
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 travel disruption deepens.
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.
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.
More than 2,400 flights were canceled across the Middle East after U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran, forcing major airlines to suspend routes and close key airspace corridors.
ASTA has introduced a new accessible tourism course in partnership with Accessible Travel Solutions to help advisors better serve travelers with disabilities.
The U.S. has lifted temporary restrictions in Mexico after recent unrest, with flights resuming normal schedules and embassies operating as usual.
Italy will introduce a fully digital visa system and expand biometric border checks from mid-2026, reshaping entry procedures for travelers.
New data from Arival and Phocuswright shows the global travel experiences sector is set to reach $342 billion by 2029.
Barcelona raises its tourist tax to among the highest in Europe, directing part of the revenue toward affordable housing.
TourRadar introduces Hosted Trips, enabling creators and travel agents to turn audiences into bookable multi-day departures.
Authorities urge travelers in parts of Mexico to shelter in place after cartel violence disrupts flights and road access in key destinations.
A powerful winter storm has canceled thousands of flights and placed more than 20 million people at risk across the U.S. Northeast.
ASTA invites advisors to self-nominate for its 2026 Travel Advisor of the Year Award, recognizing creative and exceptional client service.
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.