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Names in the News 9-10-25

Appointments and promotions at Yotel, Associated Luxury Hotels International and TravelPerk…

A graphic illustration featuring a large pink map pin icon on a faded map background, symbolizing location. Adjacent to the pin are three colorful, stacked blocks with the word “LOCATION” written in bold uppercase letters. Each block is in a different color gradient: turquoise, magenta, and purple. The design emphasizes the phrase "Location, Location, Location.

Location, Location, Location 9-10-25

Openings in Nashville and San Antonio…

NYC hotel room

Hotel Booking Volume Growth Declines in Many Countries Amid Trade Uncertainty, Says Report

Research from HotelHub shows US bookings down more than 10% YTD…

JetBlue Announces Retirement of Last Embraer Aircraft

Carrier will now have an all-Airbus fleet…

An Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 MAX airplane flying high above a snow-covered mountain peak, surrounded by a sea of clouds. The aircraft features the airline’s branding, including a portrait logo on the tail and the word “Alaska” written on the fuselage. The clear blue sky provides a striking contrast to the white clouds and mountain below.

Alaska Airlines and Icelandair in Codeshare Agreement

US carrier will launch Reykjavik service Next May…

US Almost Doubling ESTA Fee on Sept. 30

Charge is applied to travelers from visa waiver countries…

A vibrant collage of professional and business-themed images arranged in a grid, featuring individuals in various work and networking scenarios. Overlaid in the center is a bold red banner with the white uppercase text "NAMES IN THE NEWS." The layout highlights the theme of recognition and professional updates.

Names in the News

Appointments at Choice Hotels International and Accor…

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Location, Location, Location 9-3-25

Openings in Arlington, Va. and Cleveland, Tenn….

Hotel Negotiations: Points of Departure

HotelHub Content Technology to be Integrated Into Concur Travel

Arrangement promises to remove traditional barriers to hotel distribution…

Amex GBT Completes Acquisition of CWT

Deal is valued at about $540 million…

Hawaiian Airlines To Use SAF on Flights From Honolulu to Osaka

Hawaiian Airlines announced it will be incorporating sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) on flights between Osaka, Japan, and Honolulu under a sales agreement between parent……

IATA airplane

Air Travel ‘Momentum’ Grew Over Peak Season, Says IATA

Latest report shows demand up 4% in July over 2024…