Category Archives: Blog

Upgraded Points recently surveyed more than 2,300 U.S. travelers about how often they purchase travel insurance, what they spend, and which vacation expenses they are most eager to protect. The comprehensive results reveal regional trends, demographic differences, and the lingering impact of past travel hassles on today’s insurance decisions. The survey revealed that 58.6 percent […]

IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced that it has surpassed one million open rooms across the globe, as demand for its brands continues to grow. Buoyed by an expanding travel industry and a proven global strategy, IHG has experienced remarkable growth, opening hundreds of hotels every year and doubling its brand portfolio to 20 in […]

HX Expeditions has announced the appointment of Kelvin Murray as director of expedition operations. Murray joins the operations leadership team (OLT) at a pivotal time, as HX celebrates 130 years of expedition excellence. In this role, Murray will work closely across both operations and commercial teams to ensure a consistently outstanding “Guest Expedition Experience”—one that […]

State legislators and leaders from the hospitality industry convened to urge passage of House Bill 1286, which would require short-term rental operators—in addition to hotels and other lodging establishments—across Pennsylvania to provide human trafficking awareness training to employees. The legislation, introduced by State Representative Regina Young (D-HD185) and co-sponsored by Representatives Robert Leadbeter, Eric Nelson […]

All Nippon Airways (ANA) has introduced free, high-speed in-flight internet service capable of video streaming for all international classes on its B767-300ER (202-seat configuration, JA625A) aircraft. Powered by the latest system from Viasat Inc., the advanced service ensures passengers enjoy smooth, fast connectivity from boarding to disembarkation, providing a ground-like internet experience in the air. […]

Paris, the original fashion capital of the world, is celebrating its design heritage to the max this summer. Four outstanding exhibitions, from the first couturier of Paris to one of the most provocative designers working today, will raise your fashion IQ. The Palais Galliera, a former 19th century mansion owned by the Duchess of Galliera, […]

MSC Cruises has announced that it will expand its itinerary and port options for the winter 2026-27 season. Seven ships will offer sunny getaways from a variety of convenient embarkation ports, with a record four ships sailing from Miami. The line is offering more options in Miami than ever, including flagship MSC World America, which […]

Airline mergers and acquisitions aren’t easy, but it’s vital that some initiatives take off smoothly from the earliest time frame. Yes, it’s critical post-merger for airlines to pore over flight schedules, crew staffing, operations, maintenance, training and marketing. But just as critical are passenger-facing elements such as airport lounge integration or vendor contracts for wheelchair assistance. […]

This August, travelers heading to Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard will need deep pockets. According to a recent survey by CheapHotels.org, the two Massachusetts islands are the most expensive summer destinations in the United States. The report evaluated hotel rates nationwide for August 2025, focusing exclusively on properties rated three stars or higher and located near […]

Virgin Voyages marked a major milestone this week as Scarlet Lady became the first ship in the fleet making its inaugural call on Iceland. Arriving in Akureyri for the first time, the visit kicks off the brand’s entry into the Nordic region, with upcoming stops in Ísafjörður and an overnight in Reykjavik. This first call […]