Spirit Airlines has warned up to 30% of its employees that they will lose their jobs in October, and regional carrier ExpressJet’s future is in doubt after losing a key contract as the virus pandemic continues to hammer the airline…
The first mast has been installed on the Sea Cloud Spirit, a significant step in the ship’s construction, which has been delayed due to the Covid-19 pandemic.Set to become Sea Cloud Cruises’ first new ship in nearly 20 years, the…
As a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, and continued government travel and health restrictions, Rocky Mountaineer will suspend the remainder of its 2020 travel season.This will include all departures through to October 11th.“We are incredibly disappointed to announce the suspension…
Princess Cruises is extending its pause in cruise operations to at least the end of October as Covid-19 continues to take a toll on the global travel sector.All sailing in and out of Australia on Majestic Princess, Regal Princess, Sapphire…
United Airlines has confirmed the last three months have been the most difficult financial quarter in its 94-year history.The carrier reported a net loss of $1.6 billion, and an adjusted net loss of $2.6 billion, for the three months to…
As destinations, particularly in the Caribbean, begin to reopen to tourism, some are requiring travelers to provide proof of a negative Covid-19 test. It’s proving to be a hassle that deters travel.And that’s just as well, according to epidemiologist Debra…
American, United, Lufthansa Group and International Airlines Group (parent of British Airways) are calling for the creation of a joint U.S-European Union Covid-19 testing program to facilitate the restart of transatlantic travel.In a letter Tuesday to U.S. Vice President Mike…
With the EU’s ban and the U.K.’s mandatory quarantine on American travelers, many of Europe’s hospitality players are bracing for the impact on hotel occupancy levels.“The American is typically a great traveler for Europe, especially in July, August and September,”…
The American Hotel & Lodging Association, as part of its Safe Stay health and safety initiative, has released five key recommendations on ways hotel guests can travel more safely.The guidelines for hotels and guests, called the Safe Stay Guest Checklist,…
Hotel Fariones, a luxury five-star hotel in Lanzarote with a laid-back spirit, will open on September 1st.The property has undergone a significant refurbishment under the privately-owned PY Hotels & Resorts family – owners of the Princesa Yaiza resort.Located in the…
