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Smart Travel: Saudi Arabia MICE Industry Booms, American Airlines Shuts Down Group-Jumpers, $65 Billion Needed to Address Coastal and Marine Tourism Climate Issues

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Tired of Group 5 airline travelers jumping the line and stealing your overhead space? American Airlines has gifted passengers an early holiday present this year in the form of new technology to shut down group-jumpers. Regis Hotels & Resorts has teamed up with Ginori 1735 to offer your attendees a meal for the ages.

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Smart Travel: G7 Tourism Ministers Gather in Italy, Spirit Airlines Headed for Bankruptcy, Florida Tourism Soars, AI as a Carry On

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Spirit Airlines Stock Drops 59% Following Reported Bankruptcy Filing On Tuesday, The Wall Street Journal published that Spirit Airlines is expected to file for bankruptcy in the coming weeks. Less than 24 hours following WSP’s report, Spirit Airlines stock dropped nearly 60%, bringing its downward projection to 90% in 2024.

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Smart Travel: United Airlines Boosts SFO Routes, Two New Resorts Coming to the Dominican Republic, Mandarin’s New Historic Paris Location and More

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In this edition of Smart Travel, were highlighting a fresh batch of destination updates and hotel happeningsfrom a historic Parisian landmark joining Mandarin Oriental, to Uniteds global expansion at SFO, to new cruise itineraries timed perfectly with natures showstoppers. The airlines growth is supported by a $2.6

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American Airlines Eases Pet Policy

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The next time you’re on an American Airlines flight, don’t be surprised if things look a little, well, furrier. Before this change, American—as well as all other airlines—required travelers to treat their pet as a carry-on. Based on American’s experience, Yu suspects other airlines may change their policies, too.

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TWT: Spirit Shareholders Approve JetBlue Bid, Airlines Report Rebound, Marriott Acquires Mexican Hotel Group

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Spirit Airlines announced today that its stockholders have approved a merger with JetBlue Airways. billion cash offer for the airline. Marriott International said today that it has reached an agreement with Hoteles City Express, S.A.B. American Airlines Reports Strong Demand in Third Quarter. carriers.

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Maximizing ROI: A Guide for Hotel Sales Directors

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Hotel sales directors face increasing pressure to demonstrate measurable returns on their marketing investments, particularly in the meetings and events sector. This article explores proven strategies for hotel sales directors to enhance their meeting and event marketing ROI. We appreciate your support.

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Smart Moves at Destinations International, Fairmont Dallas and More

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She will implement innovative strategies to garner business from meetings, events and leisure clientele while driving growth and awareness of the hotel. Michael Solis Michael Solis, Renaissance Chicago North Shore Hotel Renaissance Chicago North Shore Hotel welcomes Solis as director of sales and events.