https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/us inbound tourism/ Us Inbound Tourism News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T10:57:00+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-all-that-glitters-is-gold-in-denver/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-all-that-glitters-is-gold-in-denver/ From the stunning surrounding plains, vibrant creative scene, abundant civic pride and world-famous cuisine, Denver has a lot going for it. Here Sapphire Goss visits the Mile High City for Breaking Travel News to find out more Thu, 14 Nov 2024 13:44:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/delta-air-lines-to-return-to-london-gatwick/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/delta-air-lines-to-return-to-london-gatwick/ There will be more USA to explore nonstop from London Gatwick as Delta Air Lines starts daily nonstop flights to New York-JFK. Tue, 18 Apr 2023 14:24:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-reveals-new-data-signaling-the-recovery-of-international-travel-to-the/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-reveals-new-data-signaling-the-recovery-of-international-travel-to-the/ New data released today by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and its partner ForwardKeys on international flight booking trends, reveals the long-awaited recovery of international traveller spending in the U.S. is finally underway. Wed, 20 Jul 2022 14:16:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/virgin-atlantic-unveils-plans-for-new-tampa-flight-this-winter/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/virgin-atlantic-unveils-plans-for-new-tampa-flight-this-winter/ Virgin Atlantic continues its transatlantic expansion with a new direct route from London Heathrow to Tampa, launching November 3rd. Wed, 06 Jul 2022 07:20:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mineta-san-jose-airport-traffic-passes-pandemic-recovery-milestone/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mineta-san-jose-airport-traffic-passes-pandemic-recovery-milestone/ San José International Airport has reported passenger figures for May surpassed the milestone one million mark for the first ime since the start of the pandemic. Fri, 24 Jun 2022 10:28:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/united-states-joins-growing-russia-airspace-ban/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/united-states-joins-growing-russia-airspace-ban/ The United States government has announced a ban on Russian flights from American airspace. The move follows a similar decision from the European Union, UK and Canada after the invasion of Ukraine. Wed, 02 Mar 2022 10:07:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/aer-lingus-returns-to-san-francisco/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/aer-lingus-returns-to-san-francisco/ The Golden City will now be more easily accessible thanks to connections from Birmingham, Manchester, Edinburgh and Glasgow, as well as Heathrow and Gatwick. Sun, 27 Feb 2022 10:32:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/virgin-atlantic-returns-to-full-strength-in-united-states/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/virgin-atlantic-returns-to-full-strength-in-united-states/ Following renewed customer confidence and a strong uptick in bookings, which are up 50 per cent year on year, Virgin Atlantic is reinstating its full portfolio of US destinations. Thu, 24 Feb 2022 12:27:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/iberia-rebuilds-united-states-route-network/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/iberia-rebuilds-united-states-route-network/ Spanish carrier Iberia will launch new flights from Madrid to Washington DC and Dallas, Texas, from June 1st. The carrier will also resume a service from Madrid to San Francisco for the summer season. Mon, 21 Feb 2022 08:33:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/aer-lingus-to-reconnect-to-miami-from-october/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/aer-lingus-to-reconnect-to-miami-from-october/ The removal of testing requirements for fully vaccinated arrivals into the UK is welcome news for customers and will help rebuild consumer confidence in travel in 2022. Thu, 10 Feb 2022 12:23:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/virgin-atlantic-to-launch-new-flights-to-austin-texas/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/virgin-atlantic-to-launch-new-flights-to-austin-texas/ Virgin Atlantic is launching new direct services to Austin, the capital of the Lonestar state of Texas. The move represents the first new route to the US since 2015 from the carrier. Tue, 11 Jan 2022 11:13:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/icelandair-headed-to-north-carolina-in-may/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/icelandair-headed-to-north-carolina-in-may/ Icelandair has announced a new seasonal service from its hub in Reykjavik, Iceland to its newest North American gateway: Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina. Mon, 20 Dec 2021 00:39:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/aer-lingus-heads-for-orlando-florida/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/aer-lingus-heads-for-orlando-florida/ Aer Lingus has celebrated the launch of its first direct flight from Manchester to Orlando. Passengers can choose from four weekly flights, departing Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Mon, 13 Dec 2021 09:26:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/finnair-boosts-us-connections-for-summer-2022/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/finnair-boosts-us-connections-for-summer-2022/ Finnair will expand its network in the United States with flights from Helsinki to Seattle due to start in June. The carrier will operate three weekly flights to the city, on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Tue, 07 Dec 2021 05:47:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/us-arrivals-to-require-covid-19-test-as-omicron-fears-grow/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/us-arrivals-to-require-covid-19-test-as-omicron-fears-grow/ United States president, Joe Biden, has announced the country will tighten entry requirements in response to growing concerns over the new Omicron variant of Covid-19. Fri, 03 Dec 2021 09:19:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/vietnam-airlines-arrives-in-united-states-for-first-time/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/vietnam-airlines-arrives-in-united-states-for-first-time/ Vietnam Airlines has touched down in the United States for the first time. The inaugural flight, VN98, from Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco, carried passengers on a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner. Mon, 29 Nov 2021 04:45:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/united-states-plans-new-chief-travel-and-tourism-officer/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/united-states-plans-new-chief-travel-and-tourism-officer/ The new role, created as part of the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act passed last week, will be designed to help co-ordinate travel and tourism policy across all modes of transportation. Tue, 23 Nov 2021 01:04:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/us-tourism-sector-to-outpace-2019-next-year/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/us-tourism-sector-to-outpace-2019-next-year/ The latest research from the World Travel & Tourism Council reveals the United States tourism sector could experience year-over-year growth of 36 per cent in 2021. Fri, 12 Nov 2021 12:50:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-returns-to-united-states-as-borders-reopen/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-returns-to-united-states-as-borders-reopen/ British Airways flight BA001 became the airline’s first flight to depart for the US this morning, as the country lifted restrictions imposed on British travellers for more than 18 months. Mon, 08 Nov 2021 14:34:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-interview-chris-thompson-chief-executive-brand-usa/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-interview-chris-thompson-chief-executive-brand-usa/ As the United States reopens international borders to vaccinated travellers, Chris Thompson, chief executive of Brand USA, here tells Breaking Travel News editor, Chris O’Toole, what the move means for the North American travel sector Mon, 08 Nov 2021 14:28:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/united-states-reopens-borders-to-fully-vaccinated-travellers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/united-states-reopens-borders-to-fully-vaccinated-travellers/ The United States has opened its borders to travellers from a host of new countries following nearly two years of closures in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic. Mon, 08 Nov 2021 09:06:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airlines-to-check-vaccination-status-as-us-borders-reopen/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airlines-to-check-vaccination-status-as-us-borders-reopen/ Officials in the United States have outlined new rules for foreign travellers, as flight restrictions lift for the first time since the pandemic began in early 2020. Tue, 26 Oct 2021 08:27:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/reopening-drives-united-states-flight-bookings/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/reopening-drives-united-states-flight-bookings/ Research from ForwardKeys has revealed flight bookings to the USA have soared following announcements that the destination would reopen to vaccinated foreign travellers in November. Mon, 25 Oct 2021 10:56:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/virgin-atlantic-adds-more-us-routes-as-borders-reopen/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/virgin-atlantic-adds-more-us-routes-as-borders-reopen/ The magic of Orlando and the bright lights of Las Vegas are now one step closer, as Virgin Atlantic has confirmed both services will resume operations on the November 8th. Fri, 22 Oct 2021 08:02:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/singapore-airlines-to-relaunch-manchester-houston-connections/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/singapore-airlines-to-relaunch-manchester-houston-connections/ Three months after the airline relaunched its direct flights from Manchester to Singapore, Singapore Airlines (SIA) has confirmed the return of its non-stop Manchester-Houston service. Thu, 21 Oct 2021 08:56:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/msc-cruises-expands-us-operations-as-borders-reopen/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/msc-cruises-expands-us-operations-as-borders-reopen/ The brand described a move to reopen borders to vaccinated travellers as “a tremendous boost” for European-based tourists wanting to holiday for winter sun in the Caribbean. Thu, 21 Oct 2021 02:43:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bulgari-resort-los-angeles-signed-for-2025-arrival/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bulgari-resort-los-angeles-signed-for-2025-arrival/ Bulgari Hotels & Resorts has announced an agreement with owner and developer Gary Safady for a new luxury resort in Los Angeles. The property will debut in early 2025. Thu, 14 Oct 2021 07:17:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/virgin-atlantic-outlines-wider-return-to-flying/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/virgin-atlantic-outlines-wider-return-to-flying/ The sights of San Francisco, the magic of Orlando and the idyllic beaches of the Caribbean are now closer, as Virgin Atlantic has announced the restart of flights to more of its global destinations. Sat, 02 Oct 2021 10:27:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/virgin-atlantic-prepares-for-north-america-reopening/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/virgin-atlantic-prepares-for-north-america-reopening/ Virgin Atlantic has had a buoyant evening for flight bookings, following the much-anticipated reopening of the transatlantic corridor. Bookings to the USA increased by over 600 per cent. Wed, 22 Sep 2021 05:54:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/united-states-to-reopen-borders-to-european-travellers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/united-states-to-reopen-borders-to-european-travellers/ Officials in the United States have confirmed Covid-19-related travel restrictions will be lifted for travellers from the European Union, United Kingdom and elsewhere from November. Tue, 21 Sep 2021 03:31:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/btn-interview-butch-spyridon-chief-executive-nashville-convention-visitors/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/btn-interview-butch-spyridon-chief-executive-nashville-convention-visitors/ While Covid-19 has proved a significant bump in the road, Nashville has been successfully building its image as leading tourism destination in the United States over the past decade. Here Breaking Travel News finds out more Fri, 03 Sep 2021 11:52:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/no-north-america-tourism-recovery-until-2025/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/no-north-america-tourism-recovery-until-2025/ A new report has found that total international arrivals to the region declined 67 per cent year-on-year in 2020, while inbound expenditure slipped by 74 per cent. Tue, 17 Aug 2021 09:48:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-boosts-us-connections-as-restrictions-loosen/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-boosts-us-connections-as-restrictions-loosen/ The move follows a “huge increase” in interest in travel to London following a government decision that quarantine restrictions would be lifted for fully-vaccinated US and EU customers. Mon, 02 Aug 2021 07:31:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-launches-new-flight-to-miami-florida/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-launches-new-flight-to-miami-florida/ Emirates flight EK213 was welcomed by Miami International Airport with a water cannon salute, and drew in an audience of passengers, aviation fans and guests. Mon, 26 Jul 2021 08:25:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-canada-begins-to-rebuild-united-states-route-network/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-canada-begins-to-rebuild-united-states-route-network/ Air Canada will expand its schedule to the United States over the summer, offering 55 routes to 34 destinations. In total, the flag-carrier will offer 220 daily flights between the two countries. Tue, 20 Jul 2021 05:02:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-urban-cowboy-lodge-in-the-catskills/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-urban-cowboy-lodge-in-the-catskills/ Having opened its doors in spring 2020, Urban Cowboy Lodge is a mountain escape nestled on 68-acres in the Big Indian Wilderness inside of the 700,000-acre Catskills Park. Just a two-and-a-half-hour drive from New York, Emily Clark here visits for Breaking Travel News to find out more Mon, 19 Jul 2021 14:25:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/pittsburgh-airport-unveils-plan-for-eco-friendly-terminal/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/pittsburgh-airport-unveils-plan-for-eco-friendly-terminal/ Renowned technology institutions, including Carnegie Mellon, the University of Pittsburgh and a host of innovative Pittsburgh-based tech firms have been hand-selected to develop the terminal. Wed, 30 Jun 2021 09:34:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/atlantic-charter-receives-lukewarm-response-from-uk-travel-trade/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/atlantic-charter-receives-lukewarm-response-from-uk-travel-trade/ Prime minister Boris Johnson and president Biden are expected to agree to work to relaunch UK-US travel as soon as possible through a new travel taskforce. Thu, 10 Jun 2021 08:30:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-to-offer-new-united-states-flights/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-to-offer-new-united-states-flights/ Qatar Airways’ resumption of four-weekly Atlanta flights marks the full return of the airline’s pre-pandemic United States network. The carrier now offers 12 US destinations. Tue, 01 Jun 2021 07:18:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-research-suggest-vaccine-tourism-trend-in-united-states/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-research-suggest-vaccine-tourism-trend-in-united-states/ The latest research from ForwardKeys suggests that people are travelling to the USA to receive a vaccination against Covid-19. The trend is most pronounced in travel from Peru. Tue, 25 May 2021 09:57:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/insight-vacations-returns-to-the-road-in-united-states/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/insight-vacations-returns-to-the-road-in-united-states/ Insight Vacations has welcomed guests to the first USA trip since the pandemic – Enchanting Canyonlands – introducing the new role of the wellbeing director for the first time. Tue, 25 May 2021 08:12:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/aer-lingus-to-add-four-new-transatlantic-routes-from-manchester/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/aer-lingus-to-add-four-new-transatlantic-routes-from-manchester/ Aer Lingus will commence four new routes from Manchester Airport flying to New York JFK and Orlando from July 29th, to Barbados from October 20th and to Boston from summer 2022. Wed, 24 Mar 2021 11:13:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-to-relaunch-newark-services-in-june/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-to-relaunch-newark-services-in-june/ The resumed flight will provide global travellers with another access point to the popular New York metropolitan area, serving the large Greek-American community in the United States. Mon, 22 Feb 2021 12:19:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-don-cesar-completes-full-renovation-in-florida/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-don-cesar-completes-full-renovation-in-florida/ Managed by Davidson Resorts, the top-to-bottom renovation embraces the hotel’s 93-year history as a beloved Gulf Coast icon while seamlessly fusing modern amenities. Thu, 28 Jan 2021 09:46:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/destination-dc-launches-new-website-to-aid-tourism-recovery/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/destination-dc-launches-new-website-to-aid-tourism-recovery/ The new mobile-first site provides an immersive experience for users while maintaining its status as a go-to hub to discover Washington, DC neighbourhoods, art, culture, shopping and sports. Tue, 26 Jan 2021 07:05:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-to-add-latest-united-states-destination/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-to-add-latest-united-states-destination/ Qatar Airways will add its 12th gateway in the United States with the resumption of four-weekly Atlanta flights starting June 1st. Fri, 22 Jan 2021 01:10:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-interview-eupepsia-wellness-resort/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-interview-eupepsia-wellness-resort/ Having been recognised as one of the best-in-the-business by voters at the World Spa Awards, Breaking Travel News here chats with Eupepsia Wellness Resort to discover more Mon, 04 Jan 2021 14:45:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-to-launch-seattle-route-this-month/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-to-launch-seattle-route-this-month/ Qatar Airways will bring forward the launch of its four weekly flights to Seattle from March to January 29th. The airline will operate a four-times weekly service on a Boeing 777. Mon, 04 Jan 2021 06:17:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/pacific-hospitality-group-acquires-new-texas-property/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/pacific-hospitality-group-acquires-new-texas-property/ The California-based company has purchased Hotel Granduca Austin. This is the third hotel for the company in the Lone Star State – with two Marriott-branded hotels in Dallas also in the portfolio. Tue, 29 Dec 2020 08:51:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-york-introduces-14-day-quarantine-for-international-travellers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-york-introduces-14-day-quarantine-for-international-travellers/ New York mayor, Bill de Blasio, said all visitors would be ordered to stay for 14-days at the address they provided on arrival. Travellers who breach the rules will be fined $1,000 a day. Thu, 24 Dec 2020 06:43:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/miami-beach-leads-2020-north-america-world-travel-awards-winners/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/miami-beach-leads-2020-north-america-world-travel-awards-winners/ Winners at the North America World Travel Awards included Miami Beach, with its dazzling array of art deco delights and sweeping beaches, which was voted ‘North America’s Leading Destination’. Fri, 06 Nov 2020 08:17:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/second-trump-term-could-slow-us-tourism-growth-analysts-argue/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/second-trump-term-could-slow-us-tourism-growth-analysts-argue/ A second term for the Trump administration - combined with the ongoing impact of Covid-19 – are unlikely to provide the US tourism sector with a great deal of optimism, argue GlobalData. Mon, 02 Nov 2020 05:04:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/harveys-lake-tahoe-hotel-completes-us41m-renovation/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/harveys-lake-tahoe-hotel-completes-us41m-renovation/ Harveys Lake Tahoe Hotel & Casino has completed the renovation of all 519 guest rooms in the Tahoe Tower. The balcony suites, with incredible views of the lake, were also remodelled in 2018. Tue, 06 Oct 2020 04:59:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/san-francisco-unveils-tourism-reopening-plans/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/san-francisco-unveils-tourism-reopening-plans/ Since the start of September, the city has been moving forwards with a phased reopening process for certain activities, usually at a more gradual pace than the rest of the state. Tue, 08 Sep 2020 05:44:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/american-airlines-cuts-15-domestic-routes-as-cares-act-expires/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/american-airlines-cuts-15-domestic-routes-as-cares-act-expires/ The carrier blamed the decision on low demand and the expiration of the air service requirements associated with the coronavirus aid, relief and economic security act. Fri, 21 Aug 2020 08:48:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-continues-to-grow-us-presence/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-continues-to-grow-us-presence/ The carrier will add three weekly flights to Houston from September 2nd, while four weekly flights to Philadelphia will be on offer from September 15th. Mon, 10 Aug 2020 07:08:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/united-airlines-to-ramp-up-services-in-august/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/united-airlines-to-ramp-up-services-in-august/ The US-based carrier is adding nearly 25,000 domestic and international flights compared to July, and plans to fly 40 per cent of its overall schedule in August, as compared to the same month last year. Wed, 01 Jul 2020 13:47:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/american-to-cut-summer-2021-capacity-by-a-quarter/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/american-to-cut-summer-2021-capacity-by-a-quarter/ In an effort to match low demand resulting from the coronavirus pandemic, the airline will realign its network with the goal of improving long-term profitability. Wed, 01 Jul 2020 12:26:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-york-to-quarantine-arrivals-from-eight-us-states/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-york-to-quarantine-arrivals-from-eight-us-states/ Visitors from Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas and Utah will be asked to go into self-isolation for 14 days New York state governor Andrew Cuomo said. Thu, 25 Jun 2020 07:51:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/disney-veteran-jaronski-to-lead-explore-georgia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/disney-veteran-jaronski-to-lead-explore-georgia/ The Georgia Department of Economic Development has announced that Mark Jaronski, a 25-year travel and tourism industry leader and veteran Disney marketing executive, will lead Explore Georgia, the state tourism office. Wed, 10 Jun 2020 09:37:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caren-to-lead-philadelphia-convention-visitors-bureau/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caren-to-lead-philadelphia-convention-visitors-bureau/ In his new role, Caren will oversee efforts to promote and sell Philadelphia as a premier destination for meetings, conventions, sporting events, overseas travellers, and group tour visitors. Mon, 18 May 2020 07:51:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/delta-to-relaunch-united-states-connections-from-heathrow-this-weekend/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/delta-to-relaunch-united-states-connections-from-heathrow-this-weekend/ Delta Air Lines is planning to resume operations from London Heathrow Airport to the United States this weekend. The airline will fly three times a week to Detroit Metropolitan Airport, with departures on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays. Mon, 18 May 2020 06:58:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/united-states-travel-sector-peers-into-post-covid-19-world/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/united-states-travel-sector-peers-into-post-covid-19-world/ Following a collaboration between medical experts and a broad array of businesses and organisations, the United States travel industry has outlined a vision for travel in the post Covid-19 world. Tue, 05 May 2020 08:22:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/country-music-hall-of-fame-to-broadcast-songwriter-sessions-from-nashville/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/country-music-hall-of-fame-to-broadcast-songwriter-sessions-from-nashville/ The Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum will present two of its most popular song writing programmes as a series on Instagram Live. From its very beginnings, Nashville grew from a foundation built on music and established a legacy that earned it the worldwide reputation of ‘Music City’. Fri, 17 Apr 2020 05:39:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/us-government-agrees-25bn-in-payroll-support-for-airlines/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/us-government-agrees-25bn-in-payroll-support-for-airlines/ United States-based airlines have secured as much as US$25 billion in payroll support from the federal government. The funds are part of a US$2 trillion relief package signed by Congress in response to the unprecedented economic damage caused the coronavirus pandemic. Wed, 15 Apr 2020 08:33:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/us-based-cruise-ships-barred-from-operation-for-further-100-days/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/us-based-cruise-ships-barred-from-operation-for-further-100-days/ The Unites States Centres for Disease Control & Prevention have extended a ‘no sail order’ for 100 days, or until health bodies declare the Covid-19 pandemic over. Sat, 11 Apr 2020 06:27:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/global-business-travel-association-convention-postponed/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/global-business-travel-association-convention-postponed/ The event, which some see as the voice of the global business travel industry, welcomes 7,000 business travel professionals from more than 50 countries across the globe. Thu, 09 Apr 2020 01:11:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/take-a-virtual-trip-with-florida-beach-finder/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/take-a-virtual-trip-with-florida-beach-finder/ In partnership with Google, Visit Florida completed a four-month odyssey to capture stunning images of all 825 miles of coast in the Sunshine State using Street View Trekker technology. Thu, 26 Mar 2020 09:24:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/millions-of-airline-seats-lost-to-us-coronavirus-ban/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/millions-of-airline-seats-lost-to-us-coronavirus-ban/ A report by ForwardKeys has revealed that the United States’ transatlantic travel ban has now put a total of 3.3 million plane seats in jeopardy. Tue, 17 Mar 2020 13:40:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/united-states-closes-borders-to-travellers-from-schengen-area/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/united-states-closes-borders-to-travellers-from-schengen-area/ The United States will introduce wide-ranging new restrictions on travellers from Europe as the country battles the coronavirus outbreak. In a televised address earlier, president Donald Trump said the move was “strong but necessary”. Thu, 12 Mar 2020 10:24:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/yotel-to-open-in-washington-d.c.-this-autumn/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/yotel-to-open-in-washington-d.c.-this-autumn/ As the first-ever acquisition and transition from the company, the property will incorporate its signature technology and adaptable design as part of a multi-million-dollar reconstruction. Thu, 12 Mar 2020 01:16:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jw-marriott-orlando-bonnet-creek-resort-to-open-in-march/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jw-marriott-orlando-bonnet-creek-resort-to-open-in-march/ Just a 30-minute drive from the Orlando International Airport and ideally located on the doorsteps of Walt Disney World, the resort will provide families a luxury experience with unique family-friendly offerings. Wed, 26 Feb 2020 04:12:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/nh-collection-new-york-madison-avenue-to-take-brand-into-united-states/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/nh-collection-new-york-madison-avenue-to-take-brand-into-united-states/ Manhattan is getting set to welcome an exciting newcomer to the local hotel scene this April, with the opening of NH Collection New York Madison Avenue. Tue, 18 Feb 2020 10:16:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-ben-joins-autograph-collection-in-florida/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-ben-joins-autograph-collection-in-florida/ Autograph Collection Hotels has announced the opening of the Ben, the first hotel on the downtown West Palm Beach, Florida waterfront. The Ben is part of the group’s portfolio of more than 180 independent hotels. Mon, 17 Feb 2020 15:50:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/outrigger-to-acquire-new-hawaii-property/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/outrigger-to-acquire-new-hawaii-property/ Outrigger Hospitality Group has signed a purchase and sale agreement to acquire ownership of Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa at Keauhou Bay, a 509-room property in a prime oceanfront location on the Island of Hawaii. Thu, 13 Feb 2020 15:18:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/atari-hotels-unveils-plans-for-united-states-launch/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/atari-hotels-unveils-plans-for-united-states-launch/ Atari has signed a deal with GSD Group to build video game-themed Atari Hotels in the United States. Following the signing, the first location is expected to break ground in Phoenix, Arizona, later this year. Fri, 31 Jan 2020 14:10:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/us-plans-ban-on-emotional-support-animals/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/us-plans-ban-on-emotional-support-animals/ This has led to an increase in incidents by untrained animals threatening the health and safety of passengers, crew and passengers with disabilities travelling with legitimate service animals. Thu, 23 Jan 2020 14:27:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/oman-air-launches-united-states-codeshare-destinations/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/oman-air-launches-united-states-codeshare-destinations/ Oman Air has debuted its first codeshare flights connecting the sultanate and the USA. Streamline travel from Muscat to New York and Miami, via Milan, is now on offer through the carrier’s partnership with Air Italy. Fri, 10 Jan 2020 08:54:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/united-airlines-to-launch-dublin-san-francisco-flights-in-june/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/united-airlines-to-launch-dublin-san-francisco-flights-in-june/ United Airlines has announced it will launch a new daily non-stop service from Dublin to its hub at San Francisco International Airport, beginning June 6th. Fri, 20 Dec 2019 09:16:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-to-take-off-for-portland-oregon-next-summer/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-to-take-off-for-portland-oregon-next-summer/ British Airways will soon become the first airline to offer a year-round direct flight from the UK to Portland, Oregon. Flights to the Basque region of Spain are also set to take off next summer, when British Airways launches a new route to San Sebastián. Thu, 19 Dec 2019 08:35:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/virgin-hotels-dallas-opens-in-united-states/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/virgin-hotels-dallas-opens-in-united-states/ Virgin Hotels has welcomed the opening of its third property, Virgin Hotels Dallas. Located in the Design District, the new-build property features 268 rooms, including two penthouse suites. Tue, 17 Dec 2019 08:59:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/davis-to-lead-visitdallas-from-next-year/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/davis-to-lead-visitdallas-from-next-year/ Craig Davis has been selected as the next chief executive and president of VisitDallas. Currently president and chief executive of VisitPittsburgh, he will assume the new position on January 6th. Mon, 09 Dec 2019 07:45:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/aer-lingus-unveils-largest-ever-north-american-offering-for-summer-2020/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/aer-lingus-unveils-largest-ever-north-american-offering-for-summer-2020/ The airline is making almost two million seats available next year - the most it has ever offered - on flights across its extensive transatlantic route network. Fri, 22 Nov 2019 11:06:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-to-flying-787-10-dreamliner-to-atlanta-from-february/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-to-flying-787-10-dreamliner-to-atlanta-from-february/ British Airways has announced that it will take delivery of its first 787-10 Dreamliner in January. The flag-carrier also revealed the plane’s first route will be to Atlanta in February. Wed, 20 Nov 2019 10:13:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/austrian-airlines-heads-to-boston-for-spring-2020/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/austrian-airlines-heads-to-boston-for-spring-2020/ Austrian Airlines will begin non-stop flights from Boston to Vienna on March 29th next year, marking the first ever direct connection between the two cities. The carrier will fly a Boeing 767-300ER equipped with 211 seats on the new route. Thu, 14 Nov 2019 10:30:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mandarin-oriental-signs-on-for-dallas-project/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mandarin-oriental-signs-on-for-dallas-project/ Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has announced that it will manage a luxury hotel in Dallas, Texas. The project, which will also feature branded residences, is scheduled to open in 2022. Wed, 13 Nov 2019 14:13:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-the-shimmering-swamp-of-new-orleans/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-the-shimmering-swamp-of-new-orleans/ A home of hospitality, homelessness and eternal hope, New Orleans is all things to all people. Here Sapphire Goss visits for Breaking Travel News to get a sense of this city on the swamp Fri, 25 Oct 2019 13:29:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/higgins-hotel-conference-centre-to-open-in-new-orleans/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/higgins-hotel-conference-centre-to-open-in-new-orleans/ The National WWII Museum in New Orleans has announced the upcoming opening of its signature Hotel, the Higgins Hotel & Conference Centre, Curio Collection by Hilton. The property will officially open its doors this November. Fri, 13 Sep 2019 06:42:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/long-island-welcomes-historic-visitor-numbers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/long-island-welcomes-historic-visitor-numbers/ Statistics from the New York State Economic Impact of Tourism report showcase record breaking highs across the state and Long Island in visitation, economic impact, and direct spending. Fri, 06 Sep 2019 09:03:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/santa-cruz-dive-boat-fire-claims-25-lives/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/santa-cruz-dive-boat-fire-claims-25-lives/ As many as 25 people are now feared dead following a fire on board a diving boat in the United States. The boat – named the Conception – was moored just off Santa Cruz Island, nearly 100 miles west of Los Angeles, California. Tue, 03 Sep 2019 09:46:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abercrombie-kent-to-launch-us-destination-management-company/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abercrombie-kent-to-launch-us-destination-management-company/ Abercrombie & Kent has unveiled plans to open a destination management company in the United States to provide ground operating services to travel advisors, tour operators, and cruise lines, as well as meeting and incentive groups. Wed, 28 Aug 2019 14:45:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uk-visitors-drive-arrivals-upward-in-chicago/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uk-visitors-drive-arrivals-upward-in-chicago/ Some 141,000 UK visitors came to Chicago last year, contributing to the total of 2.2 million international visitors in 2018. These visits contribute significantly to the city’s 33 million overnight visitors who came to Chicago last year. Tue, 20 Aug 2019 15:21:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/delta-grows-virgin-partnership-on-trans-atlantic-routes/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/delta-grows-virgin-partnership-on-trans-atlantic-routes/ Virgin Atlantic and Delta Air Lines are boosting flights between the UK and US from next summer, which sees Delta join Virgin in serving Gatwick Airport together for the first time. Fri, 16 Aug 2019 09:20:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hard-rock-to-open-guitar-shaped-hotel-in-hollywood-in-october/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hard-rock-to-open-guitar-shaped-hotel-in-hollywood-in-october/ Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood is now accepting room reservations for its two new hotel towers. Currently undergoing a $1.5 billion expansion, the integrated resort will open on October 24th. Thu, 08 Aug 2019 14:31:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/yotel-announces-new-property-in-atlanta-usa/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/yotel-announces-new-property-in-atlanta-usa/ Yotel has announced plans to open a 351-cabin property in downtown Atlanta. It will be located just off Peachtree Street in the heart of the Underground transformation – a historic four-block redevelopment from real estate developer WRS. Thu, 11 Jul 2019 18:01:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/illinois-breaks-news-tourism-ground-in-2018/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/illinois-breaks-news-tourism-ground-in-2018/ More than 117 million visitors travelled to Illinois in 2018, setting a new record number of visitors for the state, governor Jay Pritzker announced today. Visitors to the state spent $41.7 billion, boosting Illinois’ economy by $2 billion over the previous year, according to data provided by the United States Travel Association. Thu, 04 Jul 2019 07:53:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/aer-lingus-takes-off-for-minneapolissaint-paul-international-airport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/aer-lingus-takes-off-for-minneapolissaint-paul-international-airport/ Aer Lingus’ inaugural service to Minneapolis-St. Paul, gateway to the Midwest, has taken to the skies, marking the start of the airline’s 16th transatlantic route. Flight EI089 was operated by a Boeing 757, named after the Irish Saint, Saint Otteran. Wed, 03 Jul 2019 09:17:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wyndham-destinations-opens-new-property-in-downtown-portland/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wyndham-destinations-opens-new-property-in-downtown-portland/ WorldMark by Wyndham owners, resort guests, local officials and resort associates joined Wyndham Destinations president and chief executive, Michael Brown, for a Rose City-inspired celebration, complete with a rose-ribbon cutting and rose petal confetti. Wed, 26 Jun 2019 06:39:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/west-ham-united-extend-experience-kissimmee-partnership/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/west-ham-united-extend-experience-kissimmee-partnership/ West Ham United have extended their deal with Experience Kissimmee, securing the destination as the club’s official destination partner for another three years. Continuing to partner with Experience Kissimmee will allow fans to keep benefitting from special offers to the destination. Tue, 25 Jun 2019 05:45:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/marriott-to-take-ritz-carlton-brand-to-portland-for-first-time/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/marriott-to-take-ritz-carlton-brand-to-portland-for-first-time/ Under the contract, the brand would manage 251 hotel rooms and 138 residential units – including eight spacious penthouses – within a nearly $600 million, 35-story tower that would have sweeping views of the city’s majestic landscape. Fri, 21 Jun 2019 09:09:31 +0000