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United CEO Trash Talks Delta’s “Half Empty” Pacific Routes—But His Own Profits Could Take A Hit
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby is trash talking Delta’s Pacific expansion, dismissing the markets it’s entering as “low yield and half empty” and saying it doesn’t have the right planes. United has the stronger Pacific network. But Delta doesn’t have to beat United across the ocean to make money on
Frontier Returned 24 Jets And Took A $209 Million Hit—Its Fleet Problem Goes Beyond The Former CEO
Indigo Partners negotiated huge Airbus orders with planes allocated to Frontier, which signed its own purchase commitments. The resulting mismatch between aircraft, crews and passenger demand deserves scrutiny beyond dumping on Barry Biffle whom the carrier let go a year ago.
Hilton’s New Brand Blueprint Could Cut Energy Bills Up To 40%
Home2 Suites clean energy prototype is a zero-emissions design — but it’s voluntary. Hilton’s sustainability chief Jean Garris Hand is hoping that high energy bills will encourage uptake.
British Airways Cancels 3 Major Long-Haul Routes From Heathrow: See Full List Now
This year, all of these routes ended. Find out more now!
Curved Earth: What Private Jet Pilots Notice At 51,000 Feet Where Commercial Jets Can't Reach
Climbing to 51,000 feet, private jet pilots witness a visual shift that challenges flat-earth myths, with a rare glimpse of the planet from above.
Your October 2026 Horoscope: Travel Will Bring Up People and Places From Your Past
Professional astrologer Steph Koyfman reads your monthly horoscope—and spells out how it may shape your travels.
Ho Chi Minh City honored at 2026 World Travel Awards - SGGP English Edition
Ho Chi Minh City honored at 2026 World Travel Awards SGGP English Edition
Don’t Wait for the Crisis: ACI World Urges Governments to Plan Airport Capacity Now, Starting with Slot Rules and Investment
At the ACI-LAC/World Annual General Assembly in Lima, ACI World calls on policymakers to treat capacity as a national economic priority. Lima, 28 September 2026 – Airports Council International (ACI) World today called on governments to make increasing airport capacity part of long-term national inf
Cleartrip Enters India’s Fragmented Holiday Package Market
Cleartrip is going after the messy middle of Indian travel - the holiday package, a high-value market that remains largely offline even as flights and hotels have moved online.
Chase, Amex And Citi Pay You To Shop—But A Discount Doesn’t Mean The Merchant Made More Money
Banks are turning purchase histories into targeted offers and advertising businesses. Those discounts can change which card you use, where you shop, and how you book—but new research questions how much elaborate customer profiling adds.
These are the best Latin American cities to use your points and miles
Learn more about Hispanic heritage by visiting these Central and South American cities.
How to Get Empire State Building Tickets for Your Next Trip to NYC
Everything you need to know before visiting New York City’s most iconic skyscraper.
Brian Chesky’s Contrarian Approach to Airbnb Experiences: ‘We’ve Now Started to Crack Locals’
Major experiences players market to travelers, not locals. Can Airbnb be the exception to the rule?
A Retired F-14 Tomcat's Ejection Seat Is Worth More Than Most Civilian Aircraft Engines
The curious market for surplus Navy fighter parts.
Is It True That Airlines Are Making Extra-Legroom Economy The Smarter Buy In 2026?
Extra-legroom Economy can be a smarter buy in 2026, but Premium Economy still wins on long-haul flights where width, recline and comfort matter most.
Why Southwest Airlines Is Moving Away From Point-To-Point Flying
With this change to 'high-density stations,' Dallas-based Southwest Airlines will aim to offer more flights to more destinations.
Where to Get Pizza in Naples, Italy, Home of the Original Margherita Pie
The best pizza in the city, according to a longtime visitor.
Hilton May Add “Black Diamond” Above Diamond Reserve—Pushing Diamond Status Further Down [Roundup]
Hilton’s “Black Diamond” has surfaced in internal materials, suggesting another status tier above Diamond Reserve could push ordinary Diamonds further down the ranks. Also: a $50 Rakuten signup offer ending soon, CardPointers’ coming price increase, Southwest flight attendants challenging their unio
World Travel Awards 2026: Meet the Maldivian Leading Nominees - Breaking Travel News
World Travel Awards 2026: Meet the Maldivian Leading Nominees Breaking Travel News
World Travel Awards 2026: Meet the Maldivian Leading Nominees - breakingtravelnews.com
World Travel Awards 2026: Meet the Maldivian Leading Nominees breakingtravelnews.com