Amid recent COVID-19 outbreaks and lockdowns, key markets in Australia are showing noticeably lower levels of occupancy.
Hospitality businesses call for end to lockdown support stand-off
The nation’s peak hospitality body has called on National Cabinet to agree on coordinated targeted, temporary assistance for workers and businesses forced to close by snap lockdowns.
Call for more togetherness and solidarity
Pernod Ricard and Erasmus Student Network join forces with the hospitality sector for more responsible togetherness and solidarity.
AHLA and AAHOA announce new advocacy organization
American Hospitality Alliance will coordinate political engagement, accelerate recovery.
20% of countries approach pre-pandemic domestic flight levels
Global gas spending is up 13%* over 2019 peak, reflecting rebound in ground travel.
Retail tech innovation to enhance customer experience
More than half of retail professionals state pandemic accelerated tech product launches.
AHLA urges swift passage of bipartisan senate per diem bill
Calculating per diem rates using 2020 data would lead to an artificially low rate that would only exacerbate the economic crisis facing hoteliers.
US plans to get back outside this fourth of July
Ahead of the holiday weekend, here’s how Americans plan to embrace a once-in-century travel rebound this Independence Day.
EU clears way for the EU Digital COVID Certificate
The Presidents of the three EU institutions, the European Parliament, the Council of the EU and the European Commission signed off on the EU Digital COVID Certificate.
Phuket’s message to the world ‘Welcome back home’
As the countdown to the Sandbox hits seven days, resort island pays tribute to its real-life tourism attraction.











