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Barack Obama at the World Travel & Tourism Council's Global Summit in Seville.

Barack Obama warmly received at WTTC conferenceSpeaking to an adoring crowd at the World Travel & Tourism Council Global Summit in Seville, Spain, the former president said...

Canada-U.K. venture is watershed moment in air traffic control

Canada-U.K. venture is watershed moment in air traffic controlThe countries have partnered to use satellite-based Aireon, the first air traffic surveillance system capable of providing...

Airline joint ventures draw greater scrutiny from regulatorsFuture DOT joint venture approvals are likely to come with stronger stipulations.

U.S. Travel's billboard at Nationals Park says, "The competition for global travelers is a game worth winning."

U.S. Travel brings its message to the ballparkThe U.S. Travel Association is promoting the economic benefits of travel with a billboard at Nationals Park in Washington,...

DOT releases initial data on airlines' wheelchair handlingU.S. airlines either damaged, lost or delayed delivery of 2.06% of the wheelchairs and motorized scooters they carried in...

Lawmakers propose name change for Visa Waiver ProgramThey said the name Secure Travel Partnership "more accurately reflects the mission and security of the program."

With ASTA's help, travel advisors speak out against taxes

With ASTA's help, travel advisors speak out against taxesRetailers have been busy meeting with legislators and testifying before finance committees, stating their case as to why travel...

DOT forming committee to examine aircraft certificationThere are concerns that the FAA is too cozy with Boeing and has turned over too much of the certification review process to the...

Senators request info on entertainment system camerasThe lawmaker sent a letter to the eight largest U.S. airlines, seeking information on whether the carriers use cameras...

Washington state travel agencies facing big tax increaseIf the governor's budget is approved, the tax on travel agents' revenue would rise from 0.275% to 2.5%.

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