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Southwest and American each canceled approximately 3% of their flights between July 1 and July 16, the highest among U.S. mainline carriers.

Congress to airlines: Why are cancellations and delays spiking?The airlines' operational struggles are drawing scrutiny for the way they have managed staffing levels during the pandemic.

Roger Dow at the IPW trade show in 2017.

Dow announces he'll leave U.S. Travel Association in July 2022After heading the organization for 17 years, Dow says it's time to step down. But he won't be saying goodbye to the industry.

The country also is ending its requirement for arriving international travelers to spend three nights in a government-authorized hotel.

Canada to welcome fully vaccinated U.S. visitors on Aug. 9Vaccinated travelers still must provide a negative Covid-19 test taken prior to arrival, but they will not need to be tested...

What's required for industry recovery

What's required for industry recoveryIt's a pivotal period for travel. We hear from eight major industry organizations on their priorities for members and for...

European Commission closes antitrust probe of Sabre and Amadeus

European Commission closes antitrust probe of Sabre and AmadeusThe E.C. said that gathered evidence was not "sufficiently conclusive" to justify furthering the investigation.

The Carnival Horizon and Carnival Mardi Gras in PortMiami earlier this month.

Federal court upholds CDC cruise order in FloridaA federal appeals court ruled Saturday that the CDC can enforce its Conditional Sailing Order in Florida, overturning a lower...

Another event in the cancellation games

Another event in the cancellation gamesTokyo's sudden ban on Olympics spectators offers a reminder to read the fine print on what you're booking for clients — and...

The DOT committee appointments are related to the sweeping executive order signed by President Biden on July 9 that is designed to promote competition in the American economy.

DOT secretary appoints consumer advocates to aviation committeeThe DOT secretary has named Maura Healy and John Breyault to the Aviation Consumer Protection Advisory Committee.

NCLH said that Florida's law preventing businesses from requiring proof of vaccination "places NCLH in an impossible dilemma."

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings sues Florida over vax lawThe cruise company is suing to invalidate the state's law prohibiting businesses from requiring proof of vaccination. NCLH...

New proposals put forward by the DOT would require airlines to refund passengers for delayed baggage.

DOT proposes airline refunds for delayed bagsThe agency also proposed that carriers automatically refund passengers any fees for ancillary services that were not provided.

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