What deregulation could mean for U.S. airlines and the payment industry
It’s 2025, Donald Trump’s second term as president of the United States is about to commence, and the signs are clear that the new administration will be on the side of deregulation. Many U.S.-based travel technology industry executives are optimistic about the bigger picture. For airlines and travel payment providers,
JetBlue’s anti-Delta lounge: ‘The best JetBlue we can be’
Of the many changes underway at JetBlue Airways, one has grabbed the public’s attention more than others: The airline is launching its first-ever premium lounges. The first lounge is scheduled to open by the end of the year in JetBlue’s home at New York City’s John F. Kennedy International Airport
11 Mykonos Hotels Worth a Visit
Though you wouldn’t know it now, it wasn’t until the 1980s that Mykonos opened its first luxury hotel, on the island’s south coast—and so launched the influx of the best hotels in Mykonos. While this hotel, Myconian Ambassador, still stands, Mykonos today has become synonymous with luxury: hotels, restaurants, beach
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Kempinski Palace Engelberg Switzerland Hotel Review
Kempinski Palace Engelberg The mosaic tile floor in the hotel’s entryway dates to 1904 and was uncovered in near-perfect condition during the property’s renovation. Kempinski Palace Engelberg is located in the center of town; everything from the Engelberg gondola to the town’s Benedictine Monastery is a five to 15-minute walk
Booking.com shares progress on AI initiatives
Booking.com said generative artificial intelligence is providing it with a much better view of traveler intent. Matthias Schmid, senior vice president of accommodations for the online travel platform, said the company now has a “much better understanding” of who the customer is and can surface more relevant hotel content as
Why the Delta SkyMiles Reserve card is one of my favorite cards
My foray into the world of credit cards, points and miles began when I joined TPG a few years ago. I had a couple of cards before working here, but I didn’t give much thought to which card to use or when or how to maximize the benefits. Now that
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How to Throw a Perfect Bachelorette Party in Charleston
Charleston, South Carolina, seems like a photoshoot waiting to happen: pastel-colored buildings, palm trees swaying in the breeze, and plenty of sunset views where the golden hour light is just that good. However, this South Carolina city is more than just a pretty face—Charleston is one of the top-booked places
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‘Summer House’ Star Amanda Batula’s Go-to Travel Essentials
Travel + Leisure caught up with Amanda Batula, the fan-favorite Summer House star, to chat about her tried-and-true travel essentials. After nine seasons on Bravo’s hit reality series, Batula has become a pro at her weekly commute between the Hamptons and New York City. Naturally, we were curious: What are
Lufthansa claims Travix deal is NDC vision in reality
German airline group Lufthansa is touting a new partnership with Travix to showcase its distribution strategy within the wider framework of what NDC can achieve. The online travel agency group is the first third party seller of air tickets to sign up to Lufthansa Group’s NDC Smart Offer system and
Iberia plans to fly all of its new Airbus A321XLRs to the US
It’s only been a few months since Spanish flag carrier Iberia launched transatlantic service on the first-ever Airbus A321XLR, a new single-aisle aircraft capable of true long-haul routes. But in the coming months, U.S. travelers can expect to see a lot more of the plane. Last week, Iberia’s parent company
