In response to the announcement that Marriott International cut commissions paid to third-party meeting planners, some boutique hotels and independent brands launched promotions increasing commissions with hopes of acquiring new customers or expanding on existing group business. Marriott International announced it cut third-party commissions to 7...
Orlando, John Wayne Orange County and Sacramento Rank Highest in Respective Segments Overall passenger satisfaction with North American airports has reached an all-time high, as airports of every size have found creative ways to address the challenges of constant construction projects and increased passenger capacity demand....
The Marriott Marquis Chicago has opened adjacent to the McCormick Place convention center and the new 10,000-seat Wintrust Arena. With 1,204 guestrooms, the hotel is Chicago's largest to open this year. The modern glass exterior is presented as a contrast to the 105-year-old American Book Co....
While our thoughts are with the people effected by all of the natural disaster occurrences as of recent, we find it comforting to know some of our partners in travel are making considerable humanitarian efforts where possible. Several cruise ships are racing toward Caribbean islands ravaged...
At the beginning of last month W Hotels Worldwide, part of Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR), unveiled W Shanghai – The Bund, located in the heart of one of the world’s most energetic cities. With limitless views overlooking the Huangpu River, W Shanghai will set the...
Thursday’s terror attacks in Barcelona, Spain, have left the city and the country on edge. 13 people were killed and around 80 injured when a van drove down Las Ramblas, one of the city’s most popular tourist attractions; another one was killed in the nearby...
If you're traveling in London this week be sure to listen for the bell of Big Ben as it will be the last time to hear the clock tower for four years. Big Ben — the huge clock bell of Britain’s Parliament — will fall silent...
The Journal Sentinel recently reported on guests at all-inclusive resorts in Mexico that were experiencing blackouts and sickness after consumption of limited amounts of alcohol. Serious concern was spurred by a death when Abbey Connor of Pewaukee, Wisconsin died after being pulled from a pool at the...
Beginning October, 2017, Delta's expansion will look like 103 peak-day departures. Travelers in Boston will be able to take advantage of non-stop service to Pittsburgh and New Orleans making this 10 new routes originating in Boston that Delta has announced in 2017: Tampa twice daily on...
We recently learned of a story covered by Richard D'Ambrosio and Travel Market Report that had us antsy in our seats and left us wanting to hear about a solution! "Holly Parsons told ABC News in Seattle that she booked a three-night, $874-stay in a condominium...