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WTTC’s Hotel Sustainability Basics Surpasses 1,700 Properties

WTTC’s Hotel Sustainability Basics Surpasses 1,700 Properties

World Travel & Tourism Council President & CEO Meets His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr al Qasimi during her visit to Ras Al Khaimah

World Travel & Tourism Council President & CEO Meets His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr al Qasimi during her visit to Ras Al Khaimah

WTTC Celebrates Saudi Arabia's Milestone Surpassing 100 Million Tourists

WTTC Celebrates Saudi Arabia's Milestone Surpassing 100 Million Tourists

WTTC Calls on EU to Unlock Full Potential of Travel & Tourism as it Exceeds Employment Records

WTTC Calls on EU to Unlock Full Potential of Travel & Tourism as it Exceeds Employment Records

AI Set to Revolutionise Travel & Tourism, Says Latest WTTC Report

AI Set to Revolutionise Travel & Tourism, Says Latest WTTC Report

WTTC and Biosphere Join Forces to Standardise International Hotel Sustainability

WTTC and Biosphere Join Forces to Standardise International Hotel Sustainability

France to Keep Its Crown as Most Popular Destination for International Visitors, Reveals WTTC

France to Keep Its Crown as Most Popular Destination for International Visitors, Reveals WTTC

WTTC Statement on the Japan Earthquake

WTTC Statement on the Japan Earthquake

New Travel & Tourism Social Impact Report Reveals Significant Increase in Female Employment Since 2010

New Travel & Tourism Social Impact Report Reveals Significant Increase in Female Employment Since 2010

WTTC’s ‘Hotel Sustainability Basics’ Ends 2023 on a High

WTTC’s ‘Hotel Sustainability Basics’ Ends 2023 on a High

Ground-Breaking Report Reveals That as Travel & Tourism Continues to Grow, Its Water Intensity Falls

Ground-Breaking Report Reveals That as Travel & Tourism Continues to Grow, Its Water Intensity Falls

WTTC Statement on the Death of Henry Kissinger

WTTC Statement on the Death of Henry Kissinger

WTTC Welcomes ICAO Goal for Sustainable Aviation Fuel

WTTC Welcomes ICAO Goal for Sustainable Aviation Fuel

WTTC Appoints Gloria Fluxà as Vice-Chair and Chair of Its Sustainability Committee

WTTC Appoints Gloria Fluxà as Vice-Chair and Chair of Its Sustainability Committee

WTTC First-Of-A-Kind Report Reveals DEIB Efforts in Travel & Tourism

WTTC First-Of-A-Kind Report Reveals DEIB Efforts in Travel & Tourism

WTTC Heads Down Under for 2024 Global Summit

WTTC Heads Down Under for 2024 Global Summit

World Travel & Tourism Council Announces Greg O’Hara as Its Incoming Chair

World Travel & Tourism Council Announces Greg O’Hara as Its Incoming Chair

New Report Shows How Travel & Tourism in Africa Could Boost Continent’s Economy by US$168BN Over the Next 10 Years

New Report Shows How Travel & Tourism in Africa Could Boost Continent’s Economy by US$168BN Over the Next 10 Years

WTTC Opens Its Global Summit in Kigali With a Strong Message of Recovery for Travel & Tourism

WTTC Opens Its Global Summit in Kigali With a Strong Message of Recovery for Travel & Tourism

WTTC Announces Major Speakers for Its 23rd Global Summit in Rwanda

WTTC Announces Major Speakers for Its 23rd Global Summit in Rwanda

Sustainable Tourism Global Center and WTTC Unveil Pioneering Global Research on Travel & Tourism

Sustainable Tourism Global Center and WTTC Unveil Pioneering Global Research on Travel & Tourism

WTTC Partners with GSTC to Strengthen Global Hospitality Standards

WTTC Partners with GSTC to Strengthen Global Hospitality Standards

Building Bridges to a Sustainable Future: The 2023 WTTC Global Summit

Building Bridges to a Sustainable Future: The 2023 WTTC Global Summit

WTTC and Saudi Arabia Extend Partnership Through MoU

WTTC and Saudi Arabia Extend Partnership Through MoU

WTTC and Puerto Rico Tourism Company Mark World Tourism Day

WTTC and Puerto Rico Tourism Company Mark World Tourism Day

WTTC’s Hotel Sustainability Basics Takes off in China With Hotel Giant Jin Jiang

WTTC’s Hotel Sustainability Basics Takes off in China With Hotel Giant Jin Jiang

Is Travel & Tourism Ready for Mandatory Emissions Reporting?

Is Travel & Tourism Ready for Mandatory Emissions Reporting?

 Travel & Tourism to Witness Major Resurgence due to Chinese Travellers

Travel & Tourism to Witness Major Resurgence due to Chinese Travellers

Travel & Tourism Sector Now Worth More Than Quarter of a Trillion Sterling Says WTTC

Travel & Tourism Sector Now Worth More Than Quarter of a Trillion Sterling Says WTTC

WTTC and Hotelbeds Uncover Global Tourism Trends

WTTC and Hotelbeds Uncover Global Tourism Trends

WTTC Expresses Condolences to the People of Morocco

WTTC Expresses Condolences to the People of Morocco

Presenting Global Retail Tourism: Trends and Insights

Presenting Global Retail Tourism: Trends and Insights

WTTC Unveils the Power of Retail Tourism

WTTC Unveils the Power of Retail Tourism

U.S. Remains Most Popular Destination for Shopaholics

U.S. Remains Most Popular Destination for Shopaholics

US Leads Global Travel & Tourism Rebound Says WTTC

US Leads Global Travel & Tourism Rebound Says WTTC

Capital Investment Fuels Growth in Travel & Tourism, Forecast to Reach Nearly $1 Trillion says WTTC

Capital Investment Fuels Growth in Travel & Tourism, Forecast to Reach Nearly $1 Trillion says WTTC

WTTC Predicts Germany’s Travel & Tourism Sector to Rebound to 95% of Pre-pandemic Levels

WTTC Predicts Germany’s Travel & Tourism Sector to Rebound to 95% of Pre-pandemic Levels

Bulgaria’s Travel & Tourism Sector Set to Contribute 10% of the Economy Forecasts WTTC

Bulgaria’s Travel & Tourism Sector Set to Contribute 10% of the Economy Forecasts WTTC

Women's Participation in Travel & Tourism Critical to Growth of Global Sector

Women's Participation in Travel & Tourism Critical to Growth of Global Sector

Travel & Tourism Sector Shows Strong Recovery in Italy Says WTTC

Travel & Tourism Sector Shows Strong Recovery in Italy Says WTTC

Portuguese Travel & Tourism Sector Set to Reach Record-Breaking High This Year, Says WTTC

Portuguese Travel & Tourism Sector Set to Reach Record-Breaking High This Year, Says WTTC

EU Travel & Tourism Sector Recovering Strongly Says WTTC

EU Travel & Tourism Sector Recovering Strongly Says WTTC

Japan’s Travel & Tourism Sector Nears Pre-pandemic Recovery Despite Lengthy Restrictions

Japan’s Travel & Tourism Sector Nears Pre-pandemic Recovery Despite Lengthy Restrictions

Greek Travel & Tourism Sector to Approach Full Recovery This Year, Says WTTC

Greek Travel & Tourism Sector to Approach Full Recovery This Year, Says WTTC

More Than 1.6mn Travel & Tourism Jobs Set to Be Created in India This Year

More Than 1.6mn Travel & Tourism Jobs Set to Be Created in India This Year

World Travel & Tourism Council & UNWTO Sign Historic MOU

World Travel & Tourism Council & UNWTO Sign Historic MOU

WTTC G20 Public-Private Dialogue Shines Light on Travel & Tourism Opportunities

WTTC G20 Public-Private Dialogue Shines Light on Travel & Tourism Opportunities

China’s Travel & Tourism Sector Forecast to See Swift Post-pandemic Recovery Despite Prolonged Restrictions

China’s Travel & Tourism Sector Forecast to See Swift Post-pandemic Recovery Despite Prolonged Restrictions

WTTC Calls for Urgent Action on Sustainable Aviation Fuel

WTTC Calls for Urgent Action on Sustainable Aviation Fuel

UAE Travel & Tourism Sector Set to Recover This Year, Says WTTC

UAE Travel & Tourism Sector Set to Recover This Year, Says WTTC

Strong Signs of Recovery for Travel & Tourism in Canada Says WTTC

Strong Signs of Recovery for Travel & Tourism in Canada Says WTTC

U.S. Travel & Tourism Sector Set to Reach Record-Breaking High This Year Says WTTC

U.S. Travel & Tourism Sector Set to Reach Record-Breaking High This Year Says WTTC

Global Travel & Tourism Catapults Into 2023 Says WTTC

Global Travel & Tourism Catapults Into 2023 Says WTTC

VFS Global Founder & CEO Zubin Karkaria Joins the World Travel & Tourism Council’s Executive Committee

VFS Global Founder & CEO Zubin Karkaria Joins the World Travel & Tourism Council’s Executive Committee

WTTC Unveils World-First Global Travel & Tourism’s Water Footprint

WTTC Unveils World-First Global Travel & Tourism’s Water Footprint

WTTC Data Reveals Portugal’s Travel & Tourism Sector’s Climate Footprint

WTTC Data Reveals Portugal’s Travel & Tourism Sector’s Climate Footprint

New WTTC Environmental Data Reveals Italy’s Travel & Tourism Sector’s Climate Footprint

New WTTC Environmental Data Reveals Italy’s Travel & Tourism Sector’s Climate Footprint

WTTC Reveals Germany’s Travel & Tourism Sector’s Climate Footprint

WTTC Reveals Germany’s Travel & Tourism Sector’s Climate Footprint

WTTC Launches Groundbreaking Hotel Sustainability Basics

WTTC Launches Groundbreaking Hotel Sustainability Basics

WTTC Reacts to Statement From the Presidency of the EU Council on Easing Restrictions for Travellers From China to the EU

WTTC Reacts to Statement From the Presidency of the EU Council on Easing Restrictions for Travellers From China to the EU

Tourists Heading Back to Asian Cities Says the World Travel & Tourism Council

Tourists Heading Back to Asian Cities Says the World Travel & Tourism Council

Beijing Set to Become World’s Largest Travel & Tourism City Destination Says WTTC

Beijing Set to Become World’s Largest Travel & Tourism City Destination Says WTTC

Tourists Travelling Back to South Africa’s Biggest Cities Says WTTC

Tourists Travelling Back to South Africa’s Biggest Cities Says WTTC

International Tourists Unlocking Economic Recovery Across the UAE Says the World Travel & Tourism Council

International Tourists Unlocking Economic Recovery Across the UAE Says the World Travel & Tourism Council

Travel & Tourism Sector in Key European Capitals Strongly Recovering Says WTTC

Travel & Tourism Sector in Key European Capitals Strongly Recovering Says WTTC

Tourists Travelling Back to North Africa’s Biggest Cities Says WTTC

Tourists Travelling Back to North Africa’s Biggest Cities Says WTTC

Heading Back to Indian Cities Say World Travel & Tourism Council

Heading Back to Indian Cities Say World Travel & Tourism Council

WTTC Expresses Condolences to the People of Türkiye and Syria

WTTC Expresses Condolences to the People of Türkiye and Syria

Orlando Crowned Largest Travel & Tourism City Destination in America for 2022

Orlando Crowned Largest Travel & Tourism City Destination in America for 2022

Tourists Heading Back to Australia Say World Travel & Tourism Council

Tourists Heading Back to Australia Say World Travel & Tourism Council

WTTC and TRIP.COM Group Global Traveller Report Reveals Shift Towards Sustainable Travel

WTTC and TRIP.COM Group Global Traveller Report Reveals Shift Towards Sustainable Travel

WTTC Reveal Paris as the World’s Most Powerful City Destination

WTTC Reveal Paris as the World’s Most Powerful City Destination

WTTC Reacts to the Imposition of Travel Restrictions on Chinese Travellers

WTTC Reacts to the Imposition of Travel Restrictions on Chinese Travellers

WTTC Reveals APAC’s Travel & Tourism Sector’s Climate Footprint

WTTC Reveals APAC’s Travel & Tourism Sector’s Climate Footprint

African Travel & Tourism Sector’s Climate Footprint Revealed

African Travel & Tourism Sector’s Climate Footprint Revealed

The World Travel & Tourism Council Reveals Climate Footprint of  EU Travel & Tourism Sector

The World Travel & Tourism Council Reveals Climate Footprint of EU Travel & Tourism Sector

North American Travel & Tourism Sector’s Climate Footprint Revealed

North American Travel & Tourism Sector’s Climate Footprint Revealed

The World Travel & Tourism Council Announce Collaboration with UNWTO and Sustainable Hospitality Alliance at COP15

The World Travel & Tourism Council Announce Collaboration with UNWTO and Sustainable Hospitality Alliance at COP15

Rwanda Announced as Next WTTC Global Summit Host

Rwanda Announced as Next WTTC Global Summit Host

International Cities Remain the Backbone of Global Travel & Tourism 

International Cities Remain the Backbone of Global Travel & Tourism 

WTTC Unveils World-First Global Travel & Tourism Climate Footprint Data

WTTC Unveils World-First Global Travel & Tourism Climate Footprint Data

The World Travel & Tourism Council’s 22nd Global Summit in Riyadh Set to Be Biggest Ever

The World Travel & Tourism Council’s 22nd Global Summit in Riyadh Set to Be Biggest Ever

Global Traveller Survey Reveals International Travel Is Back

Global Traveller Survey Reveals International Travel Is Back

WTTC Announces Former UK Prime Minister Theresa May as Keynote Speaker for Its Global Summit in Saudi Arabia

WTTC Announces Former UK Prime Minister Theresa May as Keynote Speaker for Its Global Summit in Saudi Arabia

WTTC Announces Ban Ki-Moon Former United Nations Secretary-General as First Keynote Speaker for Its Global Summit

WTTC Announces Ban Ki-Moon Former United Nations Secretary-General as First Keynote Speaker for Its Global Summit

TBO.COM Co-founder Gaurav Bhatnagar Joins the World Travel & Tourism Council’s Executive Committee

TBO.COM Co-founder Gaurav Bhatnagar Joins the World Travel & Tourism Council’s Executive Committee

WTTC Announces Speakers for Its 22nd Global Summit in Saudi Arabia Next Month

WTTC Announces Speakers for Its 22nd Global Summit in Saudi Arabia Next Month

The World Travel & Tourism Council and the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance Announce Partnership to Accelerate the Transition to Net Positive Hospitality

The World Travel & Tourism Council and the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance Announce Partnership to Accelerate the Transition to Net Positive Hospitality

WTTC Welcomes the Agreement on a Collective Long-Term Aspirational Goal

WTTC Welcomes the Agreement on a Collective Long-Term Aspirational Goal

The World Travel & Tourism Council Commends Government of Canada’s Decision to Remove COVID-19 Travel Restrictions

The World Travel & Tourism Council Commends Government of Canada’s Decision to Remove COVID-19 Travel Restrictions

WTTC Calls on ICAO Member States to Rally Behind Aviation and Agree Ground-Breaking Carbon Reduction Targets

WTTC Calls on ICAO Member States to Rally Behind Aviation and Agree Ground-Breaking Carbon Reduction Targets

The World Travel & Tourism Council Hosts Historical Dialogue Between Private Sector and the G20 Ministers

The World Travel & Tourism Council Hosts Historical Dialogue Between Private Sector and the G20 Ministers

WTTC Welcomes the Reopening of Borders in Japan

WTTC Welcomes the Reopening of Borders in Japan

WTTC Publishes Ground-Breaking Report on How Travel & Tourism Can Reverse Nature Loss

WTTC Publishes Ground-Breaking Report on How Travel & Tourism Can Reverse Nature Loss

The World Travel & Tourism Council Reacts to the Death of Queen Elizabeth II

The World Travel & Tourism Council Reacts to the Death of Queen Elizabeth II

U.S. Retains Its Position as the World’s Biggest Travel & Tourism Market Despite Lengthy Travel Restrictions by Boosting Domestic Travel

U.S. Retains Its Position as the World’s Biggest Travel & Tourism Market Despite Lengthy Travel Restrictions by Boosting Domestic Travel

World Travel & Tourism Council Welcomes Inflation Reduction Act of 2022

World Travel & Tourism Council Welcomes Inflation Reduction Act of 2022

Nearly 50,000 Travel & Tourism Jobs in Portugal Could Remain Unfilled, Says WTTC

Nearly 50,000 Travel & Tourism Jobs in Portugal Could Remain Unfilled, Says WTTC

Quarter of a Million Vacancies in Travel & Tourism Threaten Italy’s Economic Recovery, Says WTTC in New Report

Quarter of a Million Vacancies in Travel & Tourism Threaten Italy’s Economic Recovery, Says WTTC in New Report

According to WTTC, More Than 70,000 Vacancies in Travel & Tourism Threaten France’s Economic Recovery

According to WTTC, More Than 70,000 Vacancies in Travel & Tourism Threaten France’s Economic Recovery

130,000 Vacancies in Travel & Tourism Threaten UK Economic Recovery Says WTTC in New Report

130,000 Vacancies in Travel & Tourism Threaten UK Economic Recovery Says WTTC in New Report

412,000 Travel & Tourism Jobs Across the U.S. Will Remain Unfilled Unless Urgent Action Is Taken

412,000 Travel & Tourism Jobs Across the U.S. Will Remain Unfilled Unless Urgent Action Is Taken

WTTC Reveals New Data Signaling the Recovery of International Travel to the U.S.

WTTC Reveals New Data Signaling the Recovery of International Travel to the U.S.

According to WTTC and ETC, 1.2 Million Travel & Tourism Jobs Across the EU Will Remain Unfilled Unless Urgent Action Is Taken

According to WTTC and ETC, 1.2 Million Travel & Tourism Jobs Across the EU Will Remain Unfilled Unless Urgent Action Is Taken

WTTC Launches New Report on Best Practices for Short-Term Rentals

WTTC Launches New Report on Best Practices for Short-Term Rentals

China’s Travel & Tourism Sector to Create More Than 30 Million Jobs Over the Next Decade

China’s Travel & Tourism Sector to Create More Than 30 Million Jobs Over the Next Decade

Japan Travel & Tourism Could Approach Pre-Pandemic Levels Next Year

Japan Travel & Tourism Could Approach Pre-Pandemic Levels Next Year

South Korea’s Travel & Tourism Expected to Create Nearly Half a Million Jobs Within the Next Decade

South Korea’s Travel & Tourism Expected to Create Nearly Half a Million Jobs Within the Next Decade

South Africa’s Travel & Tourism’s Growth to Outpace the National Economy for the Next 10 Years

South Africa’s Travel & Tourism’s Growth to Outpace the National Economy for the Next 10 Years

More Than Five Million New Travel & Tourism Jobs to Be Created in Indonesia Within the Next Decade

More Than Five Million New Travel & Tourism Jobs to Be Created in Indonesia Within the Next Decade

Saudi Arabia’s Travel & Tourism to Have Fastest Growth in the Middle East Over the Next Decade

Saudi Arabia’s Travel & Tourism to Have Fastest Growth in the Middle East Over the Next Decade

Travel & Tourism Jobs in Nigeria to Double Over the Next Decade

Travel & Tourism Jobs in Nigeria to Double Over the Next Decade

New Report From WTTC Analyses Critical Factors for Hotel Investment Post Pandemic

New Report From WTTC Analyses Critical Factors for Hotel Investment Post Pandemic

WTTC Publishes New Report on Destination Resilience

WTTC Publishes New Report on Destination Resilience

WTTC Calls for Greater Coordination Between Caribbean Governments to Create More Than 1.3 Million Jobs Over the Next Decade

WTTC Calls for Greater Coordination Between Caribbean Governments to Create More Than 1.3 Million Jobs Over the Next Decade

Portugal’s Travel & Tourism Could Surpass Pre-pandemic Levels in 2023

Portugal’s Travel & Tourism Could Surpass Pre-pandemic Levels in 2023

World Travel & Tourism Council Welcomes Decision to Remove Testing for Travelers Which Caused “Untold Damage”

World Travel & Tourism Council Welcomes Decision to Remove Testing for Travelers Which Caused “Untold Damage”

Travel & Tourism Set to Inject Over $2.6 Billion Into the U.S. Economy Over Next Decade

Travel & Tourism Set to Inject Over $2.6 Billion Into the U.S. Economy Over Next Decade

WTTC Announces Influential Speakers for Its Sustainability and Investment Summit in Puerto Rico

WTTC Announces Influential Speakers for Its Sustainability and Investment Summit in Puerto Rico

Visitors Flock to UK to Join Celebrations as the Queen Celebrates 70 Years on the Throne

Visitors Flock to UK to Join Celebrations as the Queen Celebrates 70 Years on the Throne

India’s Travel & Tourism Could Surpass Pre-pandemic Levels by the End of 2022

India’s Travel & Tourism Could Surpass Pre-pandemic Levels by the End of 2022

Italy’s Travel & Tourism Could Reach Pre-pandemic Levels Next Year, Reveals WTTC Report

Italy’s Travel & Tourism Could Reach Pre-pandemic Levels Next Year, Reveals WTTC Report

France’s Travel & Tourism Could Surpass Pre-pandemic Levels in 2023

France’s Travel & Tourism Could Surpass Pre-pandemic Levels in 2023

WTTC Publishes Report on Digital Travel Post COVID

WTTC Publishes Report on Digital Travel Post COVID

Germany’s Travel & Tourism Could Surpass Pre-Pandemic Levels Next Year

Germany’s Travel & Tourism Could Surpass Pre-Pandemic Levels Next Year

New Report From WTTC Reveals UK Travel & Tourism Sector Is Expected to Create 700,000 Jobs Over the Next Decade

New Report From WTTC Reveals UK Travel & Tourism Sector Is Expected to Create 700,000 Jobs Over the Next Decade

Turkey’s Travel & Tourism Sector to Grow at Twice the Rate of the National Economy

Turkey’s Travel & Tourism Sector to Grow at Twice the Rate of the National Economy

North America Travel & Tourism Sector GDP Expected to Grow an Average of Nearly 4% Annually Over Next Decade

North America Travel & Tourism Sector GDP Expected to Grow an Average of Nearly 4% Annually Over Next Decade

Travel & Tourism Sector Across Africa Expected to Create 14 Million New Jobs Within the Next Decade

Travel & Tourism Sector Across Africa Expected to Create 14 Million New Jobs Within the Next Decade

Canada Travel & Tourism Could Reach Pre-pandemic Levels Next Year

Canada Travel & Tourism Could Reach Pre-pandemic Levels Next Year

Nearly Eight Million New Travel & Tourism Jobs to Be Created in Europe Within the Next Decade

Nearly Eight Million New Travel & Tourism Jobs to Be Created in Europe Within the Next Decade

Middle East Travel & Tourism Sector Expected to Create 3.6 Million New Jobs Within the Next Decade

Middle East Travel & Tourism Sector Expected to Create 3.6 Million New Jobs Within the Next Decade

WTTC Global Summit Closes in Manila and Announces Saudi Arabia as Next Host Destination in November This Year

WTTC Global Summit Closes in Manila and Announces Saudi Arabia as Next Host Destination in November This Year

The World Travel & Tourism Council Reveals Massive Increase in Global International Inbound Travel

The World Travel & Tourism Council Reveals Massive Increase in Global International Inbound Travel

WTTC Launches New Cyber Resilience Report for the Global Travel & Tourism Sector

WTTC Launches New Cyber Resilience Report for the Global Travel & Tourism Sector

WTTC Launches Major Hotel Sustainability Initiative at Its Global Summit in Manila

WTTC Launches Major Hotel Sustainability Initiative at Its Global Summit in Manila

Leading Tourism Ministers and Business Leaders Discuss Lessons Learnt From the Pandemic at WTTC’s 21st Global Summit

Leading Tourism Ministers and Business Leaders Discuss Lessons Learnt From the Pandemic at WTTC’s 21st Global Summit

Travel & Tourism Sector Expected to Create Nearly 126 Million New Jobs Within the Next Decade

Travel & Tourism Sector Expected to Create Nearly 126 Million New Jobs Within the Next Decade

New Report From WTTC and Jll Outlines Global Cities’ Preparedness for Sustainable Travel & Tourism Growth

New Report From WTTC and Jll Outlines Global Cities’ Preparedness for Sustainable Travel & Tourism Growth

British Adventurer Bear Grylls Named as Keynote at WTTC Global Summit in the Philippines

British Adventurer Bear Grylls Named as Keynote at WTTC Global Summit in the Philippines

WTTC’s Latest Economic Impact Report Reveals Significant Recovery in the Philippines Travel & Tourism Sector in 2021

WTTC’s Latest Economic Impact Report Reveals Significant Recovery in the Philippines Travel & Tourism Sector in 2021

Global Travel & Tourism Sector Unites to Support Ukraine

Global Travel & Tourism Sector Unites to Support Ukraine

The World Travel & Tourism Council Welcomes the Removal of the Travel Health Notice for Cruises

The World Travel & Tourism Council Welcomes the Removal of the Travel Health Notice for Cruises

WTTC Announces Speakers for Its 21st Global Summit in the Philippines

WTTC Announces Speakers for Its 21st Global Summit in the Philippines

The World Travel & Tourism Council Addresses EU Ministers to Discuss the Recovery of Travel & Tourism

The World Travel & Tourism Council Addresses EU Ministers to Discuss the Recovery of Travel & Tourism

The World Travel & Tourism Council Commends New Zealand Government for Reopening Its Borders to International Travellers

The World Travel & Tourism Council Commends New Zealand Government for Reopening Its Borders to International Travellers

WTTC Reacts to the Removal of All Remaining UK Travel Restrictions

WTTC Reacts to the Removal of All Remaining UK Travel Restrictions

World Travel & Tourism Council Supports Call For Intra-EU Travel Restrictions to Be Dropped

World Travel & Tourism Council Supports Call For Intra-EU Travel Restrictions to Be Dropped

WTTC Reacts to the Removal of COVID-19 Tests for the Fully Vaccinated Travelling to Saudi Arabia

WTTC Reacts to the Removal of COVID-19 Tests for the Fully Vaccinated Travelling to Saudi Arabia

WTTC Statement on the Invasion of Ukraine

WTTC Statement on the Invasion of Ukraine

Middle East’s Travel & Tourism Sector Could Grow To Us$246 Billion in 2022, Says WTTC

Middle East’s Travel & Tourism Sector Could Grow To Us$246 Billion in 2022, Says WTTC

France’s Travel & Tourism Sector Could See Employment Surpass Pre-Pandemic Levels This Year, Says WTTC

France’s Travel & Tourism Sector Could See Employment Surpass Pre-Pandemic Levels This Year, Says WTTC

WTTC Welcomes “Sensible” EU Scrapping of Pre-departure Tests for Fully-Vaccinated

WTTC Welcomes “Sensible” EU Scrapping of Pre-departure Tests for Fully-Vaccinated

China’s Travel & Tourism Sector Could Reach CNY 11 Trillion This Year, Says WTTC

China’s Travel & Tourism Sector Could Reach CNY 11 Trillion This Year, Says WTTC

UK’s Travel & Tourism Sector Poised to Hit £192 Billion This Year if Government Keeps Borders Open, Says WTTC

UK’s Travel & Tourism Sector Poised to Hit £192 Billion This Year if Government Keeps Borders Open, Says WTTC

WTTC: U.S. Travel & Tourism Recovery Projected to Exceed Pre-pandemic Levels in 2022

WTTC: U.S. Travel & Tourism Recovery Projected to Exceed Pre-pandemic Levels in 2022

UK Economy Suffered £7Billion Losses as Travel & Tourism Hit by Government Omicron Restrictions, Says WTTC

UK Economy Suffered £7Billion Losses as Travel & Tourism Hit by Government Omicron Restrictions, Says WTTC

Travel & Tourism Could Grow to $8.6 Trillion in 2022, Says WTTC

Travel & Tourism Could Grow to $8.6 Trillion in 2022, Says WTTC

WTTC Reacts to the Removal of COVID-19 Tests for Fully Vaccinated Travellers

WTTC Reacts to the Removal of COVID-19 Tests for Fully Vaccinated Travellers

WTTC Announces the Sustainability and Investment Summit to Be Held in Puerto Rico

WTTC Announces the Sustainability and Investment Summit to Be Held in Puerto Rico

WTTC Predicts a Strong Recovery of the European Travel & Tourism Sector in 2022

WTTC Predicts a Strong Recovery of the European Travel & Tourism Sector in 2022

WTTC Announces New Dates for Its 2022 Global Summit in Manila

WTTC Announces New Dates for Its 2022 Global Summit in Manila

WTTC Response to France Re-Opening Borders to UK Travellers

WTTC Response to France Re-Opening Borders to UK Travellers

WTTC and UK Inbound Praise the Removal of Pre-Departure Test and Replacing Day 2 PCR Testing With Antigen Tests

WTTC and UK Inbound Praise the Removal of Pre-Departure Test and Replacing Day 2 PCR Testing With Antigen Tests

Italy’s Travel & Tourism Sector to See a Staggering Job Shortfall of More Than a Quarter of a Million This Year, Says WTTC

Italy’s Travel & Tourism Sector to See a Staggering Job Shortfall of More Than a Quarter of a Million This Year, Says WTTC

UK Travel & Tourism Sector Sees a Massive Job Shortfall of More Than 200,000 This Year, Says WTTC Report

UK Travel & Tourism Sector Sees a Massive Job Shortfall of More Than 200,000 This Year, Says WTTC Report

Portugal’s Travel & Tourism Sector Faces Job Shortfall of 85,000 This Year, Says WTTC Report

Portugal’s Travel & Tourism Sector Faces Job Shortfall of 85,000 This Year, Says WTTC Report

China’s Travel & Tourism Sector Set to Recover by More Than 60% This Year, Reveals WTTC

China’s Travel & Tourism Sector Set to Recover by More Than 60% This Year, Reveals WTTC

WTTC Calls on EU Governments to Avoid Reintroduction of Severe Travel Restriction

WTTC Calls on EU Governments to Avoid Reintroduction of Severe Travel Restriction

U.S.Travel & Tourism Saw Labor Shortfall of Almost 700,000 in 2021

U.S.Travel & Tourism Saw Labor Shortfall of Almost 700,000 in 2021

WTTC Responds to the Latest Measures Introduced by the French Government

WTTC Responds to the Latest Measures Introduced by the French Government

WTTC Responds to the Latest Announcement From the UK Government

WTTC Responds to the Latest Announcement From the UK Government

WTTC Responds to the Latest Testing Measures

WTTC Responds to the Latest Testing Measures

WTTC Identifies Digital Solutions for Governments Worldwide to Significantly Restore International Mobility

WTTC Identifies Digital Solutions for Governments Worldwide to Significantly Restore International Mobility

WTTC Calls for Borders to Remain Open and Safe Travel to Continue

WTTC Calls for Borders to Remain Open and Safe Travel to Continue

New Report From WTTC and Trip.com Group Reveals Latest Consumer Trends and the Shift in Traveller Behaviours

New Report From WTTC and Trip.com Group Reveals Latest Consumer Trends and the Shift in Traveller Behaviours

WTTC and ETC Call on EU Member States to Effectively Coordinate and Align Responses to the Evolving Epidemiological Situation

WTTC and ETC Call on EU Member States to Effectively Coordinate and Align Responses to the Evolving Epidemiological Situation

Asia Pacific Travel & Tourism Sector Set to Recover by Nearly 40%, Reveals WTTC Report

Asia Pacific Travel & Tourism Sector Set to Recover by Nearly 40%, Reveals WTTC Report

African Travel & Tourism Sector to Recover by Nearly a Third, WTTC Says

African Travel & Tourism Sector to Recover by Nearly a Third, WTTC Says

Almost 180,000 UK Travel & Tourism Jobs Could Be Lost if Restrictions Return, Warns WTTC

Almost 180,000 UK Travel & Tourism Jobs Could Be Lost if Restrictions Return, Warns WTTC

U.S. Travel & Tourism Rebounds in 2021, May Surpass Pre-Pandemic Levels in 2022

U.S. Travel & Tourism Rebounds in 2021, May Surpass Pre-Pandemic Levels in 2022

WTTC Launches Groundbreaking Net Zero Roadmap for Travel & Tourism

WTTC Launches Groundbreaking Net Zero Roadmap for Travel & Tourism

WTTC Unites With Travel & Tourism Organisations Around the World in Tackling the Global Climate Crisis

WTTC Unites With Travel & Tourism Organisations Around the World in Tackling the Global Climate Crisis

Travel & Tourism Sector in France Set to Recover More Than a Third This Year, Shows New WTTC Research

Travel & Tourism Sector in France Set to Recover More Than a Third This Year, Shows New WTTC Research

Business Travel Spend Set to Reach Two Thirds of Pre-Pandemic Levels by 2022, Reveals New Report From WTTC

Business Travel Spend Set to Reach Two Thirds of Pre-Pandemic Levels by 2022, Reveals New Report From WTTC

WTTC Responds to the Latest Announcement From the UK Government

WTTC Reveals Saudi Arabia as Upcoming Host for Its 22nd Global Summit

Middle East Travel & Tourism Sector Set to Recover by Over a Quarter This Year

Middle East Travel & Tourism Sector Set to Recover by Over a Quarter This Year

UNWTO, WTTC & WTM Ministers’ Summit Commits to Investing in Tourism’s Sustainable Future

UNWTO, WTTC & WTM Ministers’ Summit Commits to Investing in Tourism’s Sustainable Future

Europe Travel & Tourism Sector Lags Global Recovery

Europe Travel & Tourism Sector Lags Global Recovery

New WTTC Report Provides Recommendations to Drive Recovery and Enhance Resilience of the Travel & Tourism Sector

New WTTC Report Provides Recommendations to Drive Recovery and Enhance Resilience of the Travel & Tourism Sector

North America’s Travel & Tourism Sector’s Recovery Outstripping Many Other Regions, Says  WTTC

North America’s Travel & Tourism Sector’s Recovery Outstripping Many Other Regions, Says WTTC

Caribbean Travel & Tourism Sector Recovering Faster Than Any Other Region in the World

Caribbean Travel & Tourism Sector Recovering Faster Than Any Other Region in the World

The World Travel & Tourism Council Responds to the Announcement From the U.S. As It Lifts Ban on Travellers From the UK and the EU From Nov 8

The World Travel & Tourism Council Responds to the Announcement From the U.S. As It Lifts Ban on Travellers From the UK and the EU From Nov 8

UK Travel & Tourism Sector May Only Recover by a Third This Year

UK Travel & Tourism Sector May Only Recover by a Third This Year

WTTC Confirms Global Summit in Manila Will Take Place in March 2022

WTTC Confirms Global Summit in Manila Will Take Place in March 2022

WTTC Responds to the Latest Announcement From the UK Government

WTTC Research Reveals Travel & Tourism’s Slow Recovery Is Hitting Jobs and Growth Worldwide

New Zealand, Switzerland, Czech Republic and Oman Among the Latest Countries to Adopt the WTTC Safe Travels Stamp

New Zealand, Switzerland, Czech Republic and Oman Among the Latest Countries to Adopt the WTTC Safe Travels Stamp

WTTC Announces Net Zero Roadmap for Travel & Tourism at Virtual ‘Climate Week’ Event

WTTC Announces Net Zero Roadmap for Travel & Tourism at Virtual ‘Climate Week’ Event

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Board Advises the Secretary on Matters that Relate to the Travel and Tourism Industry in the United States

Today, Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo announced the appointments of 32 leaders from businesses and organizations in the domestic travel and tourism industry to the U.S. Travel and Tourism Advisory Board (TTAB). TTAB members advise the Secretary of Commerce on how government policies and programs affect the travel and tourism industry and offer counsel on current and emerging issues to support sustainable growth of the travel and tourism industry as our nation’s economic engine.

"Travel and tourism returned with force in 2022 as we opened up our country once again to visitors from around the globe,” said Secretary Raimondo. “Since day one of the Biden Administration, the Commerce Department has taken decisive actions to support this industry’s recovery. The U.S. Travel and Tourism Advisory Board plays a vital role in providing expert recommendations and industry insight to optimize the American travel experience. I look forward to working with new and returning members.”

TTAB was first chartered in 2003 and has been re-chartered nine times. Past boards have provided advice on a wide range of policies and issues, including travel facilitation, visa policy, infrastructure, aviation security, tourism research, climate and economic sustainability.

The membership for the 2023-2024 term of TTAB listed below includes representatives of state and regional economic development teams, businesses, and organizations:

  • Reggie Aggarwal, Founder and CEO, Cvent
  • Balram Bheodari, Aviation General Manager, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
  • Adam Burke, President and CEO, Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board
  • Brian Chesky, Cofounder and CEO, Airbnb
  • Julie Coker, President and CEO, San Diego Tourism Authority
  • Brad Dean, CEO, Discover Puerto Rico
  • Christine Duffy, President, Carnival Cruise Line
  • Fred Felleman, Commissioner, Port of Seattle
  • Liz Fitzsimmons, Managing Director, Maryland Department of Commerce Office of Tourism and Film
  • Matt Goldberg, President and CEO, Tripadvisor, Inc.
  • Mufi Hannemann, President and CEO, Hawaii Lodging & Tourism Association
  • Russ Hedge, President and CEO, Hostelling International USA
  • Bill Hornbuckle, President and CEO, MGM Resorts International
  • Peter Ingram, President and CEO, Hawaiian Airlines
  • Stephanie Jones, Founder and CEO, Cultural Heritage Economic Alliance
  • Andrew Leary, Director of Sustainable Tourism and Partnerships, Leave No Trace
  • Eric Lipp, Founder and Executive Director, Open Doors Organization
  • Casandra Matej, President and CEO, Visit Orlando
  • Peter Millones, Executive Vice President and General Counsel, Booking Holdings, Inc.
  • Will Morey, President and CEO, The Morey Organization
  • Tricia Primrose, Executive Vice President and Chief Global Communications & Public Affairs Officer, Marriott International
  • Lana Ramos, Vice President, Marketing and Community Relations, Locally Grown Restaurants
  • Carroll Rheem, Founder and CEO, iolite group
  • Dan Richards, Founder and CEO, The Global Rescue Companies
  • Adam Sacks, President, Tourism Economics
  • John Sage, President, Accessible Travel Solutions
  • Stephen Scherr, CEO, Hertz Corporation
  • Greg Schulze, Senior Vice President, Strategic Travel Partners, Expedia
  • Monica Smith, President and CEO, Southeast Tourism Society
  • Jerry Tan, President and CEO, Tan Holdings
  • Donald “D” Taylor, President, UNITE HERE
  • Peter van Berkel, President, Travalco USA, Inc.

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2020 Travel and Tourism Industry Impact on the U.S. Economy

Total economic output generated by travel and tourism in the united states decreased 50% in 2020 from 2019, decline in travel and tourism gdp accounted for more than half of the decline in u.s. gdp in 2020, decline in total tourism-related employment accounted for more than a third of the total employment decline in the united states in 2020 .

The National Travel and Tourism Office’s (NTTO) Travel & Tourism Satellite Account, produced annually by the Bureau of Economic Analysis, is the official U.S. Government estimate of the economic impact of the travel and tourism industry in the United States. The latest TTSA shows that in Calendar Year 2020:

Total economic output generated by travel and tourism fell $982.5 billion (-50.1%) from 2019 ($1.96 trillion) to 2020 ($978.4 billion). 

  • Among those sectors hardest hit, passenger air transportation services output declined by nearly $214.7 billion in 2020, followed by food services and drinking places/restaurants (down $131.1 billion), traveler accommodations (down $124.6 billion), and tourism-related shopping (down $123.5 billion).
  • These four sectors accounted for 60.4% of the decline in total tourism-related output in 2020.

Total tourism-related employment declined from 9.5 million in 2019 to 6.3 million in 2020. This decline of 3.2 million in total tourism-related employment accounted for 34.2% of the overall 9.3 million employment decline in the United States from 2019 to 2020. 

  •  Among those sectors hardest hit, employment supported by food services and drinking places declined by 972,000 in 2020, followed by traveler accommodations (down 685,000), air transportation services (down 338,000), and participant sports (down 262,000).
  • These four sectors accounted for 70.8% of the decline in total tourism-related employment in 2020.

Travel and tourism value added, or GDP, (in nominal terms, not inflation adjusted) declined from $624.7 billion (2.9% of GDP) in 2019 to $356.8 billion (a historic low of 1.7% of GDP) in 2020 .This $267.9 billion decline in travel and tourism GDP accounted for more than half (56.0%) of the overall $478.8 billion decline in U.S. GDP from 2019 to 2020.

Domestic travel demand by resident households declined by 53.2% from 2019 to 2020. At the same time, domestic business travel demand declined by 40.9%; domestic government travel demand declined by 33.6%; and travel demand by nonresidents (international visitors in the United States) declined 82.4% — accounting for a fifth (20.7%) of the overall decline in total travel demand from 2019 to 2020.

Learn more on NTTO’s Travel and Tourism Satellite Account (TTSA) Program Page .  

Travel and Tourism Satellite Accounts (TTSAs) allow the United States to measure the relative size and importance of the travel and tourism industry, along with its contribution to gross domestic product (GDP). Approved by the United Nations in March 2002 and endorsed by the U.N. Statistical Commission, TTSAs have become the international standard by which travel and tourism is measured. In fact, more than 50 countries around the world use travel and tourism satellite accounting. 

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World Tourism Barometer: November 2023

International Tourism to end 2023 close to 90% of Pre-pandemic levels

World destinations welcomed 22% more international tourists in the third quarter of 2023 compared to the same period last year, reflecting a strong Northern Hemisphere summer season (UNWTO Tourism Barometer November 2023 – Press Release) .

An estimated 975 million tourists travelled internationally between January and September 2023, an increase of 38% over the same months of 2022, though 13% fewer than in 2019 (UNWTO Tourism Barometer November 2023-Excerpt) .

Overall, tourism recovered 87% of pre-pandemic levels in January-September 2023. That puts the sector on course to recover almost 90% by the end of the year. And international tourism receipts could reach USD 1.4 trillion in 2023, about 93% of the USD 1.5 trillion earned by destinations in 2019 (UNWTO Tourism Barometer November 2023 – Press Release) .

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Asia and the Pacific reached 62% of pre-pandemic levels this period due to slower reopening to international travel. However, performance among subregions is mixed, with South Asia recovering 95% of pre-pandemic levels but North-East Asia only about 50% (UNWTO Tourism Barometer November 2023 – Press Release) .

According to Trip.com, global search results for inbound travel to China have significantly improved in Q3 2023 by nearly 40% compared to Q2. In terms of Chinese outbound travel, hotel and air ticket reservations made have already recovered 80% of pre-pandemic levels in Q3. This show signs of gradual recovery of cross-border traffic further to China’s reopening of borders early this year. On 24 November, China announced a unilateral 15- day visa-free entry policy for holders of ordinary passports from France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain, and Malaysia, during the period from 1 December 2023 to 30 November 2024 (UNWTO Tourism Barometer November 2023-Excerpt) .

International tourism is well on track to fully recover pre-pandemic levels in 2024 despite economic challenges such as high inflation and weaker global output, as well as important geopolitical tensions and conflicts (UNWTO Tourism Barometer November 2023 – Press Release) .

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Read more on the UNWTO Tourism Barometer (November 2023 excerpt) here .

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Climate change and ‘last-chance tourism’.

Travelers are racing to see parts of the world that may soon vanish.

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By Desiree Ibekwe

A lot of climate discussion revolves around time. Lines rise across charts predicting the next century. Scientists set deadlines for the coming decades. Each month seems to bring news of a new heat record. The sense that time is running out can be heady.

As the Earth warms, natural wonders — coral reefs, glaciers, archipelagos — are at risk of damage and disappearance. This has motivated some travelers to engage in “last-chance tourism,” visiting places threatened by climate change before it’s too late.

“For thousands of years, humans have raced to be the first to scale a peak, cross a frontier, or document a new species or landscape,” Paige McClanahan writes in a piece for The Times . “Now, in some cases, we’re racing to be the last.”

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One such destination is the Mer de Glace, the largest glacier in the French Alps, where thousands of people go each year to ski. (Early tourists included Mary Shelley and Mark Twain.)

The glacier, like many others, is melting rapidly. A new, higher lift opened recently to stay closer to the retreating ice. And a study published in the journal Science last year found that around half of the world’s glaciers will have melted by the end of this century , even if nations stick to the goals of the Paris climate agreement.

“For someone who doesn’t know how it used to be, it’s a beautiful scene,” a visitor to the glacier told Paige. “But when you know the difference, it really is sad.”

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There is some evidence that visiting an ecosystem threatened by climate change could lead people to become more aware of their impact on the environment.

In a 2020 survey conducted by researchers at the Mer de Glace, 80 percent of visitors said that they would try to learn more about how to protect the environment, and 77 percent said they would reduce their water and energy consumption.

Some tourist spots have leaned into education. In Peru, officials renamed a trek to the Pastoruri glacier “ La Ruta del Cambio Climático ,” or “The Route of Climate Change.” And at the Mer de Glace, an exhibit about climate change — called the Glaciorium — is set to open later this year.

There are some, however, who question of the value of last-chance tourism. Visiting fragile environments can do more harm than good.

Some people travel to Antarctica because they fear it is being destroyed. But, as Sara Clemence highlighted in a piece in The Atlantic last year , travel there requires a lot of fuel, while visitors can introduce disease and damage wildlife. And research by Karla Boluk, an academic from the University of Waterloo, found that a majority of last-chance tourists to two sites in Canada were unwilling to pay extra to offset the carbon footprint of their trip.

“There’s an ethical paradox of last-chance tourism,” Boluk told The Times, “and it involves the moral question of whether travelers acknowledge and respond to the harm they promote.”

Read Paige’s full story here .

THE LATEST NEWS

2024 election.

Donald Trump leads President Biden by 5 percentage points among registered voters nationwide, according to a new Times/Siena poll.

Only a quarter of voters think the country is moving in the right direction, the poll found, and a majority think the economy is in poor condition.

Biden’s age also poses a threat: Most voters who supported him in 2020 now believe he is too old to lead the country effectively, the poll found.

Trump won Republican caucuses in Michigan, Missouri and Idaho.

Texas’ governor and attorney general hope to bring down incumbent Republicans in Tuesday’s primary and shift the state further right.

More on Politics

Trump has said little about the war in Gaza , a reflection of the anti-interventionist shift he has brought to Republican politics — and his personal feelings about Benjamin Netanyahu.

Local politicians in recovery for drug addiction are embracing honesty about their pasts .

Israel-Hamas War

U.S. Air Force cargo planes dropped 38,000 ready-to-eat meals into Gaza .

An Israeli airstrike near a hospital in Rafah killed at least 11 people , according to the Gaza Health Ministry.

Israel is reluctant to fill the leadership vacuum in northern Gaza. Experts say that gangs or Hamas members could fill the gap. Read Patrick Kingsley’s analysis .

International

South Korea is increasingly dependent on foreign workers, who routinely face predatory employers and inhumane conditions .

Pakistan’s Parliament chose a former prime minister, Shehbaz Sharif , to fill the role again. His government faces questions of legitimacy after accusations of military interference in elections.

After years of declining vaccination rates, Britain is experiencing a measles outbreak .

The authorities in Russia long sought to portray Aleksei Navalny as inconsequential, while vilifying him in a way that suggested the opposite. Little has changed since his death .

The University of Florida has terminated all positions associated with diversity, equity and inclusion to comply with new state regulations.

The University of Idaho, preparing for a drop in the college-age population, plans to take over the University of Phoenix , a for-profit online school known for misleading claims and low graduation rates.

Cattle ranchers across the Great Plains face an uncertain future after wildfires.

Thousands are without power after a winter storm brought snow to California and Nevada .

Rains in California have temporarily resurrected a lake in Death Valley , The Washington Post reports.

Other Big Stories

Trash in New York City blocks sidewalks, feeds rats and spills into the street. Fixing the problem requires trade-offs .

A firefighter in Kentucky rescued a driver from a truck that was dangling off the side of a bridge. See a video .

LeBron James became the first player in N.B.A. history to score 40,000 career points .

THE SUNDAY DEBATE

Should Michigan’s protest vote worry Biden?

Yes. That 100,000 Michigan voters vented their discontent with Biden, many over his handling of Israel’s invasion of Gaza, is a problem for him. “The Biden campaign has to deal with how the president’s policy could impact his re-election effort,” USA Today’s Sara Pequeño writes .

No. There are more moderates who agree with Biden’s policies than there are progressives who disagree with him. “It would be a mistake to think that shifting his policy to the left would be a net gain for him,” John Halpin writes for CNN .

MORE OPINIONS

Josephine Sittenfeld has been journaling for decades . Apple’s new Journal app is a weak substitute for the real thing, she writes.

Much of Israel’s war is what a justifiable campaign against a terrorist enemy inevitably looks like, Ross Douthat argues.

Here are columns by Maureen Dowd on the speech she hopes Biden gives this week and Nicholas Kristof on the U.N.’s double standard for Israel .

MORNING READS

Hidden history: Alderney, a windswept island in the English Channel, feels like a remote haven. During World War II, it was a site of Nazi atrocities .

Thank you very much: As a boy in Pakistan, Airaj Jilani idolized Elvis. Decades later in the U.S., he still has his passion — and his impeccable impersonation .

Vows: Their corporate speak turned into a language of love .

Lives Lived: Nancy Wallace helped transform the Bronx River from a watery graveyard for automobiles and appliances into an urban greenbelt for New York City. She died at 93 .

THE NEW YORK TIMES MAGAZINE

Why go to a great steakhouse? For the food, sure, but also for the dinner theater.

Criterion has succeeded in Hollywood by creating the anti-algorithm: Film lovers trust its heavily curated catalog to show them beautiful, strange, complex movies .

The Ethicist: My dad cut my brother out of his will. Should I secretly split my inheritance?

TALK | FROM THE MAGAZINE

By David Marchese

The A.I. industry continues to boom, and to poke at our anxieties. In late 2022, I spoke with the pioneering researcher Yejin Choi, who works on developing common sense and ethical reasoning in A.I.

Can you explain what “common sense” means in the context of teaching it to A.I.?

It’s the unspoken, implicit knowledge that you and I have. It’s so obvious that we often don’t talk about it. You and I know birds can fly, and we know penguins generally cannot. So A.I. researchers thought, we can code this up: Birds usually fly, except for penguins. But in fact, newborn baby birds cannot fly, birds covered in oil cannot fly. The point being, exceptions are not exceptional, and you and I can think of them even though nobody told us. It’s not so easy for A.I.

What’s most exciting to you right now about your work in A.I.?

I’m excited about value pluralism. Another way to put it is that there’s no universal truth. A lot of people feel uncomfortable about this. As scientists, we’re trained to be very precise and strive for one truth. Now I’m thinking, well, there’s no universal truth — can birds fly or not? Moral rules: There must be some moral truth. Don’t kill people, for example. But what if it’s a mercy killing? Then what?

How could you possibly teach A.I. to make moral decisions when almost every rule or truth has exceptions?

A.I. should learn exactly that: There are cases that are more clean-cut, and then there are cases that are more discretionary. Instead of making binary, clean-cut decisions, it should sometimes make decisions based on This looks really bad. Or you have your position, but it understands that, well, half the country thinks otherwise.

Read more of the interview here .

New fiction: “Wandering Stars,” the follow-up to Tommy Orange’s “There There,” follows the descendants of a massacre on Native Americans over a century and a half. Our review calls it a towering achievement .

Our editors’ picks: In “The Mysterious Case of the Alperton Angels,” readers sift through texts, emails and more to discover the story behind a series of occult deaths.

Times best sellers: “The Chaos Agent,” the 13th book in Mark Greaney’s Gray Man series, is new this week on the hardcover fiction best-seller list .

THE MORNING RECOMMENDS …

Check in on your emotional well-being .

Clean your dog’s bed .

Feel safer with a smart security device .

THE WEEK AHEAD

What to watch for.

North Dakota holds Republican caucuses tomorrow.

Then it’s Super Tuesday . Sixteen states have primary elections or caucuses, including California, where Representatives Katie Porter and Adam Schiff are competing for a Senate seat.

Biden will make the State of the Union address on Thursday.

International Women’s Day is Friday.

Congress’s deadline to avert a government shutdown is Friday.

Trump is scheduled to host Hungary’s prime minister, Viktor Orban, at Mar-a-Lago on Friday.

What to Cook This Week

In this week’s Five Weeknight Dishes newsletter , Emily Weinstein suggests making Eric Kim’s five-ingredient peanut butter noodles , which she calls “a Parmesan-tossed classic in the making.” Her other suggestions include an orange-glazed baked salmon, a one-pan crispy chicken and chickpeas and a cheesy and spicy black bean bake.

NOW TIME TO PLAY

Here is today’s Spelling Bee . Yesterday’s pangram was grownup .

Can you put eight pieces of history — including the printing press, chemotherapy and Frida Kahlo — in chronological order? Take this week’s Flashback quiz .

And here are today’s Mini Crossword , Wordle , Sudoku and Connections .

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The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is showcasing Thailand’s diverse tourism offerings and sustainable tourism direction at the South Asia Travel and Tourism Exchange (SATTE) 2024 in New Delhi, India, from 22-24 February.

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TAT hosts welcome reception for IFEA ASIA delegates

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Thailand allocates 50 million Baht in medical aid to assist foreign tourists in case of accidents

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Thailand expands visa-free access for tourists from China and Kazakhstan

The Royal Thai Government has extended visa-free access for tourists from China and Kazakhstan, effective from today onwards.

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Historic Khon performance at Wat Chaiwatthanaram showcases Ramayana's Satchapali

Historic Khon performance at Wat Chaiwatthanaram showcases Ramayana’s Satchapali

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Events and Festivals 23-29 Febuary 2024

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Makha Bucha Day and Festivals at Thai Temples during February – March 2024

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February 2024’s festivals and events in Thailand

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Bookings open for Bangkok-Ayutthaya steam train ride to mark birth of Thai railway

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Thailand announces cash rebate of up to 20% for foreign filmmakers

SRT opens 90-day advance booking service ahead of Songkran 2024

SRT opens 90-day advance booking service ahead of Songkran 2024

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British Airways Celebrates Decade of Austin-London Route with Franklin Barbecue Partnership

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(IN SHORT) British Airways commemorates a decade of service between Austin and London Heathrow by partnering with Franklin Barbecue to offer limited edition bottles of BA-B-Q sauce to Club World customers flying from Austin to London throughout March. Additionally, passengers will enjoy a Texas-inspired barbecue menu curated by British Airways’ Executive Chef Mark Brega, featuring… Read the full press release

Belfast City Airport Expands Local Offering with Boatyard Distillery Products

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(IN SHORT) Belfast City Airport, in collaboration with World Duty Free operated by Avolta, is set to introduce products from Fermanagh-based Boatyard Distillery to its retail lineup. Passengers will have access to Boatyard Double Gin, Vodka, Old Tom Gin, and Sloe Boat, reflecting the airport’s commitment to showcasing high-quality Northern Irish products. Boatyard Distillery, known… Read the full press release

Grand Wailea Unveils Kilolani Spa: Hawaii’s Largest Luxury Spa Sanctuary

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Maui’s iconic Wailea resort opens its new spa, debuting a new era of wellness with premier treatments and time‑honored Hawaiian rituals (IN SHORT) Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort, introduces Kilolani Spa, a luxurious open-air spa spanning 50,000 square feet, making it the largest in Hawaii. Designed to honor Maui’s wellness culture and local traditions,… Read the full press release

Hilton’s Curio Collection Expands into Vietnam with La Festa Phu Quoc Opening

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Located in the island’s charming Sunset Town, the Amalfi Coast‑inspired resort is set to evoke the imagination, embrace the romance of travel and ignite a sense of wonder (IN SHORT) Hilton announces the opening of La Festa Phu Quoc, Curio Collection by Hilton, marking the brand’s debut in Vietnam. Situated in the picturesque Sunset Town… Read the full press release

Hilton Partners with AutoCamp to Redefine Outdoor Hospitality Experience for Guests

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Hilton guests can now add National Parks, custom Airstreams, luxury tents and starry skies to their bucket lists (IN SHORT) Hilton announces an exclusive partnership with AutoCamp, a premier outdoor hospitality company, to offer Hilton guests a unique blend of outdoor adventure and boutique hotel luxury. Guests can book AutoCamp stays through Hilton’s direct channels,… Read the full press release

Li’ An Chinese Restaurant at Conrad Hangzhou Earns Esteemed One Diamond Award in 2024 Black Pearl Restaurant Guide

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(IN SHORT) Li’ An Chinese Restaurant at Conrad Hangzhou receives the prestigious One Diamond award in the newly released 2024 Black Pearl Restaurant Guide, marking the fourth consecutive year of recognition for Executive Chef Owen Xue’s innovative cuisine. Situated on the hotel’s 50th floor, Li’ An offers modern Hangzhou cuisine in a stunning setting inspired… Read the full press release

ANA Elevates In-Flight Dining Experience with Updated Collaboration Menu

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The refreshed THE CONNOISSEURS collaboration menu to be offered from March 2024 will feature a diverse selection onboard for its Japanese, international and special meal menus. Passengers can order meals through the Pre-Order Meal Service to ensure preferred choices. For select Southeast Asia routes departing from Japan, passengers can make a reservation on the Pre-Order… Read the full press release

Wyndham Rewards Launches Member Month Celebration with Exclusive Offers for Travelers

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Starting today, earn up to two free nights when you stay two nights or more (IN SHORT) Wyndham Rewards kicks off its Member Month celebration, offering surprise deals to its 106+ million members throughout March. Members can earn up to two free nights with every two-night qualified stay at participating hotels worldwide, earning 7,500 bonus… Read the full press release

Wyndham Rewards Launches Nationwide Search for Greensboro Six Mural Artist

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Partners with the City of Greensboro and First Tee – Central Carolina Invites Interested Creatives to Submit Qualifications by March 29 (IN SHORT) Wyndham Rewards, in collaboration with the City of Greensboro and First Tee – Central Carolina, initiates a nationwide search for the artist to create a public arts project commemorating the Greensboro Six… Read the full press release

MSC Cruises Enhances Onboard Connectivity with SpaceX’s Starlink Across Fleet

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(IN SHORT) MSC Cruises announces significant progress in its onboard connectivity initiative with two-thirds of its ships now equipped with SpaceX’s Starlink, aiming for completion across the entire fleet by May 2024. The adoption of Starlink has led to faster internet speeds, improved Wi-Fi coverage, reduced latency, and lower operational costs on 15 of the… Read the full press release

Explore Goa’s Calangute Beach with Easy Bike Rentals from Rent My Bike

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(IN SHORT) Rent My Bike (RMB) in Calangute, Goa, offers smooth bike rental services for tourists visiting the renowned Calangute Beach. With the convenience of online booking through their website, tourists can easily explore the vibrant beaches and rich culture of Goa. Calangute Beach, often dubbed the ‘queen of beaches’, is famous for its beautiful… Read the full press release

Cruzeiro Safaris Presents: Discovering Kenya’s Hidden Gems – Top 5 Must-Visit Destinations for Travelers Using Online Booking Sites

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NAIROBI, Kenya, 2024-Mar-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Kenya is a country known for its stunning landscapes, diverse wildlife, and vibrant culture. With so much to explore, it can be overwhelming to plan a trip to this beautiful country. That’s where online travel sites come in. These websites offer a convenient and efficient way to… Read the full press release

China Southern Airlines Launches New Route to Doha in Partnership with Qatar Airways

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China Southern Airlines will operate four weekly direct flights from Guangzhou to Doha (IN SHORT) Qatar Airways’ codeshare partner, China Southern Airlines, announces the commencement of four weekly direct flights from Guangzhou to Doha, starting April 22, 2024. Operated with modern Boeing 787 aircraft, these flights bolster the strategic cooperation between the two airlines, providing seamless… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways Unveils AI-Driven Travel Experience at Web Summit Qatar

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Qatar Airways, recognised for the World’s Best Airline Website, introduces a transformative AI-driven experience at the world’s biggest tech show, held for the first time in Qatar The new experience is set to transform how customers discover their dream destination (IN SHORT) Qatar Airways, renowned for its digital innovation, introduces a groundbreaking AI-driven experience at… Read the full press release

EVEN Hotels Expands Texas Presence with Two New Locations in Austin and Waco

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(IN SHORT) EVEN Hotels, a brand under IHG Hotels & Resorts, announces the opening of EVEN Hotel Austin Uptown Near The Domain and the upcoming launch of EVEN Hotel Waco – University Area, marking a significant expansion in Texas. These additions align with EVEN Hotels’ mission to prioritize wellness for travelers, offering signature amenities such… Read the full press release

Six Senses South Carolina Islands: A Paradigm of Coastal Regenerative Luxury

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(IN SHORT) Whitestone, in partnership with Redrock Portfolio, Inc., signs a hotel management agreement with Six Senses to establish an eco-conscious resort, spa, and residential community across Hilton Head Island, Daufuskie Island, and Bay Point Island in South Carolina. The project, slated to open in 2026, aims to redefine luxury living with a strong emphasis… Read the full press release

MATAR Wins Best Use of Big Data Award at Qatar Digital Business Awards 2023

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(IN SHORT) MATAR, the Qatar Company for Airports Operation and Management, clinched the Best Innovative Use of Big Data and Analytics award at the Qatar Digital Business Awards 2023 for its implementation at Hamad International Airport (DOH). This recognition highlights MATAR’s commitment to innovation through data-driven solutions, particularly in enhancing employee development and passenger experience…. Read the full press release

Air New Zealand and Singapore Airlines Extend Joint Venture Alliance Until 2029

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(IN SHORT) Air New Zealand and Singapore Airlines celebrate the regulatory approval to extend their joint venture alliance for another five years until March 2029, enhancing connectivity and options for customers. Over the past decade, the alliance has significantly increased seat capacity between New Zealand and Singapore, with additional daily services and expanded routes. The… Read the full press release

Renaissance Honolulu Hotel & Spa: A Gateway to Island Luxury

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Hawaii’s first Renaissance Hotel invites travelers to discover the best of Oahu with innovative design, world-class cuisine and locally inspired living (IN SHORT) Highgate proudly inaugurates Renaissance Honolulu Hotel & Spa, an alluring addition to Honolulu’s hospitality landscape, offering a blend of accessibility and luxury in the heart of the Ala Moana district. With a… Read the full press release

Marriott International Experiences Strong Growth in Caribbean and Latin America Expansion

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The region continued meaningful expansion across all segments from midscale to all-inclusive, and residential to luxury; conversions remained a main driver of growth. (IN SHORT) Marriott International reports significant growth in the Caribbean and Latin America (CALA) region in 2023, nearly doubling its number of organic deal signings compared to the previous year, totaling 57… Read the full press release

Marriott Bonvoy and Cathay Loyalty Program Collaborate for Enhanced Travel Benefits

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(IN SHORT) Marriott International, Inc. unveils an expansion of travel benefits in its Marriott Bonvoy program through a collaboration with Cathay Membership program. The partnership offers eligible members exclusive access to each other’s benefits, including limited status match offers and accelerated points earning. With access to Cathay’s 11 million global members and Marriott Bonvoy’s extensive… Read the full press release

Marriott Bonvoy Partners with Taylor Swift for Exclusive Fan Experience

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From an unforgettable trip to see three shows in three countries, to concert packages for shows in select cities across Europe and North America, Marriott Bonvoy unlocks access to Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour (IN SHORT) Marriott Bonvoy announces its collaboration with Taylor Swift for The Eras Tour, offering fans the chance to attend… Read the full press release

The Peninsula Tokyo Unveils Zuicho: A Japanese Culinary Journey

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(IN SHORT) The Peninsula Tokyo introduces Zuicho, its inaugural restaurant venture in Tokyo, opening its doors on February 1, 2024. Situated on the hotel’s fourth floor, Zuicho promises an immersive Japanese dining experience, blending exquisite cuisine with luxurious art and décor. Helmed by Chef Inaba and operated by Wa Creations, Zuicho specializes in “kappo” cuisine,… Read the full press release

La Festa Phu Quoc: A Tale of Amalfi Coast Romance Comes to Vietnam

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Located in the island’s charming Sunset Town, the Amalfi Coast‑inspired resort is set to evoke the imagination, embrace the romance of travel and ignite a sense of wonder (IN SHORT) Hilton proudly introduces La Festa Phu Quoc, Curio Collection by Hilton, marking the debut of the Curio Collection in Vietnam and offering travelers a captivating… Read the full press release

The Leading Hotels of the World Welcomes Six New Luxurious Destinations to Its Prestigious Portfolio

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(IN SHORT) The Leading Hotels of the World (LHW) proudly announces the addition of six new member hotels to its esteemed global portfolio, showcasing a surge in luxury hospitality openings worldwide. The new properties span diverse destinations, including Rome, New York, Madeira, Tulum, and Savannah, reflecting LHW’s commitment to offering unparalleled experiences to its discerning… Read the full press release

TUI Unveils Top 100 Hotels Worldwide as Guests’ Choice Awards Approach

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The Top 100 are selected through careful evaluation of feedback provided by TUI hotel guests All hotels are eligible for a category award at the TUI Global Hotel Awards 2024 (IN SHORT) Ahead of the annual TUI Global Hotel Awards in Berlin on March 4th, TUI, the world’s leading tourism company, reveals the Top 100… Read the full press release

IAPCO’s 54th Annual Meeting in Ljubljana: Fostering Innovation and Sustainability in the Meetings Industry

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(IN SHORT) From February 28th to March 2nd, 2024, the International Association of Professional Congress Organizers (IAPCO) is holding its 54th annual meeting and general assembly in Ljubljana, Slovenia. With around 160 directors and owners of congress agencies attending from across the globe, the event, organized by Cankarjev dom with support from local and national… Read the full press release

Emirates Skywards and Visa Forge Exclusive Partnership to Enhance Travel Rewards

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The award-winning loyalty programme of Emirates and flydubai has signed an exclusive partnership with Visa to enhance its co-branded card portfolio across the GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council). The new partnership will redefine the Emirates Skywards and Visa co-brand card experience by enhancing card benefits and Miles earning opportunities. (IN SHORT) Emirates Skywards, the renowned loyalty… Read the full press release

Emirates Takes Flight at ITB Berlin: Showcasing Innovation and Commitment to Europe

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The airline’s highly popular Premium Economy seat, and Game-changer First Class suite will debut for the first time in Germany Emirates reinforces its longstanding commitment to Europe, aiming to strengthen and forge new strategic partnerships across the regional travel and aviation ecosystem    The airline will showcase its latest sustainability initiatives to visitors and partners… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Private Residences Bahrain Bay Welcomes Valencia Albuquerque as Director of Residences

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Newly appointed Director of Residences will lead a dedicated Four Seasons team for homeowners in the 112-unit development (IN SHORT) Four Seasons Private Residences Bahrain Bay, set to become a premier address in the city, has appointed Valencia Albuquerque as Director of Residences to oversee property management and resident experience. With 17 years of experience… Read the full press release

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Radisson introduces first Radisson Collection hotel in Istanbul

Tripadvisor To Display Hotelstars Union Star Ratings In 18 European Countries

Tripadvisor To Display Hotelstars Union Star Ratings In 18 European Countries

Leonardo Hotels Central Europe Chooses B2b Sales Route With Didatravel

Leonardo Hotels Central Europe Chooses B2b Sales Route With Didatravel

Accor announces global launch of its All-Inclusive Collection

Accor announces global launch of its All-Inclusive Collection

Radisson plans to sign 330 hotels in 2022

Radisson plans to sign 330 hotels in 2022

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Turkish Airlines and Riyadh Air Sign Strategic Cooperation MOU

Turkish Airlines Becomes the Official Sponsor of the UEFA Champions League

Norwegian celebrates 20th anniversary

Norwegian celebrates 20th anniversary

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Tanya Springer Appointed Atlas’ VP of Sales

Tanya Springer Appointed Atlas’ VP of Sales

Royal Caribbean acquires cruise ship Endeavor for $275 million

Royal Caribbean acquires cruise ship Endeavor for $275 million

First Cruise Ship Set to Return to Canada After a Two-Year Hiatus

First Cruise Ship Set to Return to Canada After a Two-Year Hiatus

Formula 1 announces MSC Cruises as a Global Partner for the 2022 season

Formula 1 announces MSC Cruises as a Global Partner for the 2022 season

Katy Perry Named Godmother of NCL’s Newest Ship, Norwegian Prima

Katy Perry Named Godmother of NCL’s Newest Ship, Norwegian Prima

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Punxsutawney Phil Predicts an Early Spring in 2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 2, 2024Punxsutawney, PA – Pennsylvania’s very own world-famous groundhog Punxsutawney Phil predicted an early spring after not seeing his shadow this morning at Gob...

MEDIA ADVISORY – February 2 – GROUNDHOG DAY 2024 

FOR PLANNING PURPOSES ONLYJanuary 26, 2024Will it be six more weeks of winter or an early spring? There is only one groundhog who holds the answer — Punxsutawney Phil! The Pennsylvania Tourism Office ...

Shapiro Administration Announces “Indigenous Peoples Cultural and Heritage Initiative”

Pennsylvania Tourism Office awarded Appalachian Regional Commission Area Planning Grant to develop promotion of the Commonwealth’s Indigenous HeritagePartnership with Lehigh University and federally r...

PA Ice Cream Trail Sweetens Summer with Record Number of Stops

Shavertown, PA – This summer, Pennsylvanians and visitors can beat the heat and get a sweet treat by visiting any of the 42 creameries that make up the 2023 Scooped: An Ice Cream Trail. T...

Pennsylvanians Encourage to Pay It Forward, Carry Out Acts of Kindness on 1-4-3 Day, May 23

Harrisburg, PA – Today, Governor Josh Shapiro has called upon Pennsylvanians to share in acts of kindness in celebration of 1-4-3 Day in Pennsylvania on May 23. Today marks the fifth annual 1-...

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The official site for industry professionals, press releases, alabama tourism department’s “mind trip” campaign receives national and district awards.

July 11, 2023

Birmingham, AL (July 11, 2023) – The Alabama Tourism Department has received multiple district and national American Advertising Federation awards (ADDYs) for its 2022 “Mind Trip” campaign.  At the district level, the campaign won “Best in Show,” a highly coveted award in the advertising industry. The American Advertising Federation Awards are the industry’s largest and […]

The Alabama Tourism Department Declares 2023 The Year of Alabama Birding

March 29, 2023

Birmingham, AL (March 29, 2023) – Alabama hosts 430 bird species within its borders, and to a bird lover’s delight, the Alabama Tourism Department is announcing a year-long celebration with its new Year of Alabama Birding campaign. Bird lovers and bird enthusiasts are invited to flock to the state to birdwatch or participate in other […]

Alabama Tourism Department recognizes industry leaders

September 2, 2022

(Auburn, Ala.) The Alabama Tourism Department recognized its 2022 award winners during the 2022 Alabama Governor’s Conference on Tourism, held on location at The Hotel at Auburn University and Dixon Conference Center. Winners include Darley Newman with “Travels with Darley” for Tourism Advocate Year – Media, Orion Amphitheatre and Muscle Shoals Sound Studio as Tourism Partnership of the […]

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Sec charges husband of energy company manager with insider trading, spouse purchased stock using non-public information about planned merger.

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Washington D.C., Feb. 22, 2024 —

The Securities and Exchange Commission today charged Tyler Loudon of Houston, Texas, with insider trading ahead of a February 2023 announcement that London-based oil and gas company BP p.l.c. agreed to acquire TravelCenters of America Inc., a full-service truck stop and travel center company headquartered in Ohio. Loudon allegedly made $1.76 million in illegal profits from his trading.

According to the SEC’s complaint, Loudon allegedly misappropriated material, nonpublic information about the proposed acquisition from his wife, a BP mergers and acquisitions manager who worked on the planned deal. The SEC alleges that Loudon overheard several of his wife’s work-related conversations about the merger while she was working remotely. Without his wife’s knowledge, Loudon purchased 46,450 shares of TravelCenters stock before the merger was announced on February 16, 2023. As a result of the announcement, TravelCenters stock rose nearly 71 percent. Loudon allegedly immediately sold all of his TravelCenters shares for a profit of $1.76 million.

“We allege that Mr. Loudon took advantage of his remote working conditions and his wife’s trust to profit from information he knew was confidential,” said Eric Werner, Regional Director of the SEC’s Fort Worth Regional Office. “The SEC remains committed to prosecuting such malfeasance.”

The SEC’s complaint, filed in U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas, charges Loudon with violating the antifraud provisions of the federal securities laws. Without denying the allegations in the SEC’s complaint, Loudon consented to the entry of a partial judgment, subject to court approval, permanently enjoining him from violating the antifraud provisions of the federal securities laws, imposing an officer and director bar, and ordering that he pay disgorgement with prejudgment interest and a civil penalty in amounts to be determined by the Court.

In a parallel action, the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Texas today announced criminal charges against Loudon.

The SEC’s ongoing investigation is being conducted by Julia Huseman and Jamie Haussecker of the SEC’s Fort Worth Regional Office, under the supervision of Jim Etri and B. David Fraser. The litigation will be led by Jason Rose and supervised by Keefe Bernstein. The SEC appreciates the assistance of the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, the FBI, and the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Texas.  

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What Can I Bring? TSA Has Multiple Ways to Get Your Questions Answered

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More than three million questions were posed to the Transportation Security Administration’s AskTSA team last year and the result was informed passengers having a more pleasant travel experience at the airport. 

Planning ahead and packing only what is permitted on the plane can facilitate the screening process and ease your travel experience.

Passengers can contact TSA over social media by sending a message to @AskTSA on X or Facebook Messenger. Passengers may also send a text directly to 275-872 (“AskTSA”) on any mobile device. An automated virtual assistant is available 24/7 to answer commonly asked questions and AskTSA staff are available 365 days a year from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) for more complicated questions. Travelers may also reach the TSA Contact Center at 866-289-9673 from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. ET on weekdays and 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET on weekends and holidays. An automated service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Another method to know  what you may or may not pack in your carry-on or checked baggage before arriving at the airport is using the line on TSA.gov, the Transportation Security Administration’s  website, on the top right that reads “what can I bring?” and also by reviewing the lists presented at https://www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening/whatcanibring/all

But do realize that even if an item is generally permitted, it may be subject to additional screening or not allowed through the checkpoint if it triggers an alarm during the screening process, appears to have been tampered with, or poses other security concerns. Read about civil penalties for prohibited items .

“While some items would seem to be an obvious not-going-to-travel-in-the-cabin type of prohibited item such as steak knives, switch blades and hatchets, you would be surprised at how often our officers need to intercept them at our checkpoints to assure the safety and security of travelers,” said TSA Spokesperson Sari Koshetz. “A quick question to ask yourself before packing an item is whether you would want the passenger sitting next to you to have it. If your answer is no, then leave it home.”

Well yes leave it at home or check with us to see if it would be permitted in checked baggage.  Many items cannot travel on the plane at all.

 “Certain items require thinking about their chemical components before bringing them to the airport,” Koshetz said. “If an item is flammable, corrosive or explosive in nature, it cannot go in your carry-on nor in your checked bag.”

Examples of these hazardous items that are not allowed on the plane in checked nor carry-on bags would be fireworks, flares, fully gassed chain saws (yes we have stopped those,) blasting caps, butane, bear spray, flammable paints, lighter fluid, torch lighters and vehicle airbags. 

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