The Meetings Industry Association says it welcomes the news that the business meetings and events sector could potentially fully reopen from 19 July.
WTTC responds to the latest announcement from the UK government
Reopening international travel will give businesses up and down the country a much-needed lifeline.
Report reveals COVID-19’s dramatic impact on global tourism
COVID-19 pandemic saw Asia-Pacific region suffer the greatest GDP losses America’s the least hit, saved by a strong domestic recovery.
Vaccines and digital solutions to ease travel restrictions
The global vaccination rollout and increased adoption of digital solutions for safe travel should lead to a rise in international mobility.
Report: Nearly all top U.S. hotel markets in depression
The new data shows urban hotels are still in a “depression” cycle while the overall U.S. hotel industry remains in a “recession.”
Large hotels weighing down U.S. hotel recovery
U.S. industry ends June with nearly 20% of hotels achieving above 90% occupancy.
Virgin Galactic announces first fully crewed spaceflight
Building on the success of the Company’s most recent spaceflight in May, Unity 22 will focus on cabin and customer experience objectives.
U.S. hotel labor flat despite occupancy uptick
Gross operating profit for U.S. hotels reached 70% of the comparable 2019 level, while labor spending remained flat.
Australia’s latest lockdowns curtail hotel bookings
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.
