Hilton Hotels raises profit forecasts after strong third-quarter earnings
Following a solid third-quarter earnings report that surpassed prior estimates, Hilton World Holdings raised its profit forecast for the end of 2022.
Disney's annual passholders say not enough access to parks, file suit over reservation system
Two annual passholders have filed a lawsuit against Walt Disney World for requiring park reservations and limiting "park hopping" until after 2 p.m. Disney responded with a statement.
Hawaiian Airlines secures deal to operate Amazon cargo planes
Starting next fall, Hawaiian Airlines will fly 10 leased cargo Airbus A330-300 planes for the online retail company Amazon.
US carriers add transatlantic flights for travel-hungry consumers
America's three largest airlines American, Delta, and United are all increasing flights from the United States to Europe in light of increased demand.
American Airlines ditching first class on international flights because 'customers aren't buying it'
An American Airlines' executive revealed this week the company decided to get rid of first class on long-haul flights because folks "aren't buying it."
American Airlines agrees to pay at least $7.5M to settle class action lawsuit over baggage fees
American Airlines agrees to pay at least $7.5 million to settle a class action lawsuit by passengers who claim they were wrongly charged baggage fees.
Alaska Airlines pilots to receive pay bump, increased schedule flexibility under new ratified contract
Other benefits under the new three-year contract include stronger job security, retirement contribution increases, no increases to health care costs
UFO Festival in Roswell, NM, brings in more than $2M in spending
A UFO festival hosted in Roswell, New Mexico, from June 30 through July 3 brought over $2 million in spending, 10 times more than the $200,000 spent to host the event.
iPhone 14 crash detection feature reportedly dials 911 from roller coasters
Apple's new crash detection feature of the recently released iPhone 14 has been called 911 from roller coasters in Cincinnati and Chicago, according to a report.
Inflation to curb holiday travel plans
Bankrate's survey finds Americans are considering shortening their holiday trips, engaging in less expensive activities, or opting for cheaper lodging and travel destinations.
FAA extends rest periods for flight attendants
Under the rule, flight attendants' required rest period will increase to 10 consecutive hours. Airlines have 90 days to comply after its publication in the Federal Register.
Norwegian Cruise Line eliminating COVID-19 testing, masking and vaccination requirements
Norwegian Cruise Line announced it is removing all coronavirus-related protocols effective Tuesday, Oct, 4, 2022. That includes testing, masking and vaccination requirements.
US consumers spurn cars, couches and cruises, results show
American consumer spending is slowing in light of high inflation and large interest rate hikes from the Federal Reserve; leaving retailers flush with inventory.
United Airlines will halt service at New York's JFK airport
100 United Airlines employees affected by FAA's current inability to give United more slots at JFK. The air carrier remained optimistic about more future slots.
Cruise stocks sink as Carnival misses Wall Street earnings expectations, warns of Q4 loss
During the third quarter, cruise line operator Carnival narrowed its net loss to $770 million from more than $2.8 billion. Revenue sailed to $4.305 billion.from $546 million.
Virgin Atlantic says men can wear skirts, updates gender policy
British airline Virgin Atlantic on Wednesday updated its gender policy and uniform requirements, allowing male employees to wear skirts.
How much can Disney lose as a result of Hurricane Ian-prompted closures?
The Walt Disney World Resort is closed as Hurricane Ian makes it way across the Sunshine State. What does that mean for the company still recovering from coronavirus pandemic-related closures?
Hurricane Ian disrupts major cruise line itineraries
Hurricane Ian is disrupting the itineraries of major cruise lines as it moves toward Florida, with adjustments made to arrival and departure times and ports.
Airports, airlines announcing travel disruptions as Hurricane Ian aims for Florida
Airports, airlines begin announcing travel disruptions ahead of Hurricane Ian's arrival in Florida. Many are offering changes, cancellations, rebookings free of charge.
Florida theme parks announce plans, preparedness for Hurricane Ian
Attractions across Florida are taking to their websites and social media to announce any closures, preparedness, plans and what they will do with animals ahead of Hurricane Ian.