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Avis Budget: Corporates are signing but not travelingThe company continues to maintain a strong retention rate in the corporate segment, but recovery is still far off.

The HyperloopTT prototype capsule in Toulouse, France. The first commercial hyperloop systems should be in operation this decade, developers of the technology say.

Hyperloop travel appears to be on the fast track to realityDevelopers expect to have high-speed hyperloop systems whisking passengers between cities before the decade is over.

Amtrak paying employees to take Covid-19 vaccineEmployees who submit documentation of receiving the vaccine will receive two hours of pay for each vaccine they take.

The marriage brings together two major travel sellers.

Amex GBT's plan for Ovation? Don't mess with successOvation Travel Group's high-touch service attracted not only a growing client base to the agency but a corporate suitor in Amex GBT.

Operators train their sights on some slow-travel options

Operators train their sights on some slow-travel optionsNew high-end rail journeys are being created to meet an expected demand for laid-back, immersive experiences post-pandemic.

The Boring Co.'s people-mover tunnel under the Las Vegas Convention Center is ready when conventions resume.

Beneath the Las Vegas Convention Center, Musk-designed transport system idlesThe Tesla-powered people-mover was ready to roll with the opening of CES 2021 and the new West Hall this month. Covid had other ideas.

The 2020 Readers Choice Awards virtual event and winners

The 2020 Readers Choice Awards virtual event and winnersThe Travel Weekly Readers Choice Awards went virtual this year in an event that mixed lighthearted skits with insightful executive interviews and heartfelt Lifetime Achievement Award acceptances. Plus, view this year's winners and complete list of finalists.

Uniworld's new rail offering in Russia includes a stay in Moscow.

Uniworld adds to its rail journey offeringsUniworld Boutique River Cruises is continuing to expand beyond the water.

Amtrak pleads for funding as 2020 ridership, revenue plummetAmtrak attributed the drop in demand to pandemic-related travel restrictions.

No timeline for completion of a Brightline Disney World station has been announced.

Brightline train to add a Disney World stopFlorida's high-speed rail service has revealed plans to add a station at Disney Springs.

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