Us Inbound Tourism News
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.
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’.
Second Trump term could slow US tourism growth
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.
Harveys Lake Tahoe Hotel completes US$41m 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.