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The antidote to travel anxiety: Being informed
Editor in chief Johanna Jainchill reached out to Mignon Houston, deputy spokesperson for the U.S. State Department, to discuss...
Marriott plans to significantly expand footprint in Mexico
The company has 60 new properties in the region in store by the end of this decade, with more in the pipeline, aiming to add...
U.S. News released its list of top 10 river lines -- why that's significant
It's further proof that river cruising has gone mainstream.
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The Las Vegas resort explained how bringing "Mrs. Doubtfire" and "The Book of Mormon" to the Strip aligns with its longer-term...
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Legal Briefs
Airfare refunds harder to come by these days
Accepting an airfare credit might prompt an insurer to decline a refund claim.
Suing to obtain flight refund is worth a shot
If your clients are suing the airlines over refunds, there could be benefits to a small-claims filing.
IC status might again be an issue under Biden
Tougher rules on independent contractors could make a comeback under the Biden administration.
There are loan options outside of PPP
For agencies in need of a cash infusion, there are loan options beyond the Paycheck Protection Program.
Class action over refunds is not likely
The chances are high that the lawyer's threat is a bluff.
When layoffs are necessary, follow the rules
Don't run afoul of employment contracts and anti-discrimination laws during layoffs.
Selling a TMC to one of its clients makes sense
It could be mutually beneficial to sell your travel management company to your top corporate client.
Narrow path to selling agency with PPP loan
The Small Business Administration issued what amounted to a regulation that sets out a clear but narrow path allowing...
Employing the 'frustration of purpose' defense
Although the law of contracts varies somewhat from state to state, the doctrine of frustration of purpose applies in nearly...
Why acquisitions make sense now
This could be an ideal time to strengthen your agency by buying another.
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