Us Outbound Tourism News
US Travel Association critical of European ban
Reports indicate the European Union is ready to ban most travellers from the United States, Russia and dozens of other countries deemed too risky in the wake of the Covid-19 outbreak.
United States confirmed for Expo 2020 in Dubai
The United States department of state has announced the country will be participating in Expo 2020 in Dubai. A consortium of 13 leading US-based organisations have created a unique journey through American innovation which will be showcased during the event.
FAA bans US commercial aircraft from Middle East airspace
Following a recent strike on American military bases in the region, US carriers will be barred from airspace over Iraq, Iran, the Gulf of Oman and the waters between Iran and Saudi Arabia.
American Airlines to launch 20 new routes next summer
American Airlines plans to launch an additional eight domestic routes next summer, offering customers a total of 20 new seasonal routes. New flights will be available for purchase from Monday.
WTM 2019: American travellers looking further afield for holiday ideas
World Travel Market - London has seen a variety of fascinating sessions in the Americas Inspiration Zone, each designed to highlight the tourism trends shaping the region in the coming years.
Norwich City renew Visit Tampa Bay partnership
Visit Tampa Bay has announced the renewal of its partnership with Norwich City football club, retaining its position as the club’s official destination partner as the team prepares to return to the Premier League.
USA retains top position as global tourism continues to grow
The global tourism sector grew at 3.9 per cent last year, to contribute a record $8.8 trillion and 319 million jobs to the world economy, according to figures from the World Travel & Tourism Organisation.
US Virgin Islands seeks to woo travellers as American temperatures plummet
With frigid temperatures chilling many of the US Virgin Islands’ key markets, the department of tourism’s marketing campaign, launched at the start of the high season, is reminding the traveling public that the territory is open for business.
Prague launches New York campaign to woo US travellers
Prague Airport, CzechTourism, Prague City Tourism and the tourism hub for Central Bohemia have launched an advertising campaign in New York.
Thanksgiving drives United States tourism to UK
The UK could look forward to a rise in visitors from the United States during Thanksgiving week with flight bookings showing a rise of 20 per cent compared to the same period in 2017.
Etihad pulls outs of Dallas following American decision to cancel codeshare
Etihad Airways has announced the suspension of its Abu Dhabi–Dallas/Fort Worth route, effective March 25th next year. The move comes after the route became commercially unsustainable following American Airlines’ decision to terminate its codeshare agreement with the airline.
Caribbean Tourism Organisation calls for closer cooperation with United States
The Caribbean Tourism Organisation has called for a formal partnership between the region’s tourism sector and those responsible for implementing the United States-Caribbean Strategic Engagement Act.