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More Americans are traveling abroad, thanks to a strong dollar

by Caleigh Wells
Jul 8, 2024
The dollar is more than 10% stronger than it was three years ago.
More Americans are traveling abroad as a strong U.S. dollar gives consumers more spending power.
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After nearly collapsing during COVID, it's now an amenities arms race for the cruise industry

by Daniel Ackerman
Jun 25, 2024
Rock climbing? Ice skating? Roller coasters? Sunning on a private island? Cruise ships are looking for creative — and luxurious — ways to court new customers.
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The RV market may be picking up speed again

by Stephanie Hughes
Jun 20, 2024
Recreational vehicle sales cratered in 2023 after a pandemic boost. Shipments are on track to be up 10% this year compared to last.
Shipments of recreational vehicles are on track to be up 10% this year compared to last. Above, an RV show in February 2023.
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Megabus parent company Coach USA files for bankruptcy

by Meghan McCarty Carino
Jun 17, 2024
Bus ridership fell early in the pandemic and hasn't fully bounced back.
“We lost somewhere between 40% and 50% of the industry,” because of the pandemic, says Peter Pantuso, CEO of the American Bus Association.
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Delays in Boeing deliveries bring voluntary unpaid time off for United's pilots

by Samantha Fields
Apr 4, 2024
United and Southwest have also paused hiring because of the delivery delays. Higher airfares could be on the way.
United Airlines has paused its hiring of pilots and is offering pilots voluntary unpaid time off in May due to Boeing aircraft production issues.
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How safety concerns over Boeing planes affect the air travel industry

by Elizabeth Trovall
Mar 11, 2024
Many travelers still prioritize the cost of travel over which airplane they will fly in.
A National Transportation Safety Board handout shows the Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 Max 9 in which a door panel blew out midair. The January incident is now being investigated by the Justice Department.
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New routes offer opportunity for budget airlines — and travelers

by Elizabeth Trovall
Feb 28, 2024
Vacation season is not far away. Fancy a direct flight from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh or Salt Lake City to Ontario, California?
Some budget airlines are targeting shorter routes, like Pittsburgh to Philadelphia, and enticing new customers with discounted fares.
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2023 was a big year for the hotel industry. Has its recovery peaked?

by Samantha Fields
Feb 20, 2024
Hotels increased prices per room in 2023. But occupancy was still below pre-pandemic levels.
Last year, IHG's earnings climbed above $1 billion for the first time.
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Airbnb introduces fee for properties booked in a different currency

by Meghan McCarty Carino
Feb 13, 2024
The move is part of the company's push to expand internationally. Critics says add-on fees hurt their budget.
With a new fee for properties booked in a different currency, Airbnb charges up to 16.5% for “guest services.”
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He always wanted to be a pilot. Now he's training to become one.

by Sofia Terenzio
Dec 18, 2023
Adam Kephart of Poulsbo, Washington, went from government employee to coffee barista to flight instructor. His next stop:? airline pilot.
Becoming an airline pilot has been a childhood dream for Adam Kephart.
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