From the New York Times: Earlier this week, across the U.S., an extreme cold front reminded travelers and travel managers that plummeting temperatures can cripple air travel as surely as other environmental extremes. Read More |
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From San Jose Mercury News: Flyersrights.org has published an updated "bill of rights" that it is urging upon the Department of Transportation and Congress. Read More
Read the full bill of rights from Flyersrights.org here.
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| From USA Today: Airline change fees and travel insurance costs continue to rise. In response, consumer advocates urge airlines to grant more leeway in canceling tickets, and advise travelers to read the fine print on insurance contracts. Read More |
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From Professor William Frye of Niagara University: Because of the transient nature of guests who utilize lodging accommodations and the privacy afforded to these temporary guests, hotels have become prime venues for the exploitation of “at risk” individuals through sexual exploitation and human trafficking. Read More
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Craig Banikowski, Senior Manager of Travel and Fleet at Amgen, explores the challenges inherent in ensuring the safety and security of business travelers amid a chaotic world, especially when it comes to balancing security with privacy concerns. Travelers and travel managers must both play a crucial role for safety and security policies to remain effective. Read More |
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Harold Mavity of Fisher & Phillips reviews some proactive steps employers should take during flu season to protect both the health of employees and the productivity of the organization. There's a legal aspect as well; can you legally mandate flu vaccinations? Read More
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From Phil Sprague of PSA Energy Consultants: As most are well aware, the cost of both gas and electricity has been increasing at a steady rate for years, and there is no change in sight. Hotel owners and operators need to take advantage of every practical opportunity to reduce energy consumption without affecting guest comfort. Read More
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