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Sep 22Tue
  1. Hilton Stories RSS

    Hilton Launches Home2 Suites Clean Energy Prototype

    Hilton introduced the Home2 Suites by Hilton Clean Energy Prototype, an optional, scalable hotel design concept for new U.S. builds that combines all-electric systems, renewable energy and high-efficiency building technologies. Based on modeling across 13 U.S. cities, the design is expected to cut annual energy costs by 18% to 40%, improve energy efficiency by about 30% and reduce operational carbon emissions by roughly 440 metric tons. Hilton calls it its first zero-operational-emissions prototype made widely available to owners, supported by Hilton Supply Management's energy procurement program.

Sep 14Mon
  1. US BTS Statistical Releases

    June 2026 U.S. airline traffic down 1.4% year on year

    U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) data show U.S. airlines carried 87.5 million systemwide (domestic and international) scheduled service passengers in June 2026, down 1.4% year on year and 2.5% below the all-time June high of 89.7 million in 2024. Domestic passengers totalled 75.5 million and international 12 million. Seasonally adjusted, June enplanements fell 0.4% from May and 3.7% below the all-time high reached in June 2024. BTS notes the data may be revised and are statistical observations, not real-time passenger counts.

Sep 11Fri
  1. US BTS Statistical Releases

    U.S. Transportation Consumer Price Index Rises 6.2% Year-over-Year in August 2026

    The U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics released the August 2026 Transportation Consumer Price Index. From August 2025 to August 2026, the CPI for all transportation goods and services rose 6.2%. Transportation contributed 30.2% to the 3.4% increase in the price of all goods and services. Gasoline (all types) contributed the most to inflation, rising 27.4% year-over-year and contributing 25.6% to the annual change in the price of all goods and services. By item, the top three contributors to inflation in August 2026 were gasoline (all types) at +25.6%, airline fare at +6.0%, and motor vehicle maintenance and repair at +1.6%. The top three items dampening transportation's contribution t…

Sep 10Thu
  1. Hilton Stories RSS

    Canopy Deer Valley Debuts in Deer Valley East Village

    Hilton's lifestyle brand Canopy opened Canopy Deer Valley in Park City, Utah, with 180 rooms — the brand's first hotel in Utah and among the first to open as part of Deer Valley Resort's East Village expansion. Developed by Extell Development Company, the hotel sits steps from the Jordanelle Express Gondola and about 40 minutes from Salt Lake City International Airport, features four dining concepts, and has rooms starting at $200 per night.

  2. Hilton Stories RSS

    Naples Grande Beach Resort to Debut as Signia Hilton

    Hilton announced that Naples Grande Beach Resort will join the Signia Hilton portfolio as the brand's first hotel on Florida's Gulf Coast. The 474-room resort, including 50 villas, is undergoing the most significant transformation in its nearly four-decade history, and reservations are now open for stays beginning Jan. 1, 2027. Upon opening it will be Signia Hilton's third property in Florida, where Hilton has more than 540 hotels.

Sep 9Wed
  1. US BTS Statistical Releases

    U.S. July Freight TSI Falls 0.7%, Passenger TSI Rises 0.4%

    U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics data show the July 2026 Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI) fell 0.7% from June and 2.0% from July 2025, after one month of growth. The Freight TSI measures the amount of freight carried by the for-hire transportation industry. The Passenger TSI rose 0.4% in July from June, its third consecutive monthly increase, and rose 1.8% year over year to a new high for 2026, though still 5.6% below the all-time high in January 2020. The combined freight and passenger index fell 0.3% from June and 0.7% year over year. The freight decline came from decreases in air freight, pipeline and trucking, while rail carloads, rail intermodal and water volumes inc…

Sep 8Tue
  1. US BTS Statistical Releases

    BTS: U.S. Airlines' July 2026 Fuel Cost Down 1.8% MoM, Consumption Up 3.8%

    The U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) released July 2026 fuel cost and consumption figures for U.S. scheduled service airlines. Total fuel expenditure was $5.89 billion, down 1.8% from $5.99 billion in June 2026 and up 43.0% from $4.12 billion in July 2025. Airlines used 1.732 billion gallons, up 3.8% month over month and down 1.6% year over year. Cost per gallon was $3.40, down 19 cents (5.4%) from June 2026 and up $1.06 (45.4%) from July 2025. Figures are not adjusted for inflation or seasonality.

Sep 4Fri
  1. US BTS Statistical Releases

    US Transportation Sector Unemployment Drops to 4.7% in August 2026

    The US transportation sector unemployment rate fell to 4.7% (not seasonally adjusted) in August 2026, down from 5.9% a year earlier. Seasonally adjusted employment in transportation and warehousing rose 0.1% month-over-month but declined 0.8% year-over-year. Air transportation employment fell 0.9% annually, rail fell 2.4%, and warehousing fell 1.7%.

Sep 3Thu
  1. US BTS Statistical Releases

    BTS Releases 2024 State-Level Transportation Finance Data

    The U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics released 2024 State-Level Transportation Public Finance Statistics, covering revenues and expenditures for rail, highway, and air modes. Alaska ($3,229) and New York ($2,413) have the highest per capita transportation expenditures, while Alabama ($643) and Mississippi ($670) have the lowest. Data spans 2020-2024, excluding 2023 highway data.

Sep 1Tue
Aug 31Mon
  1. US BTS Statistical Releases

    BTS Updates National Transportation Statistics

    The Bureau of Transportation Statistics released its monthly update to National Transportation Statistics, covering transportation network, safety, economic impact, and energy use. New data include number of air carriers, flight on-time performance, baggage handling, highway-rail grade crossing safety, distracted driving laws, alcohol-related crashes, seat belt use, GDP, transportation revenues, median weekly earnings, and greenhouse gas emissions.

Aug 28Fri
  1. Booking.com Newsroom

    Booking.com Survey: US Travelers Prioritize Trips Over Other Expenses

    Booking.com released research showing 68% of US travelers are willing to make financial sacrifices for travel, and 88% say the trip was worth it. The survey finds travelers value experiences over lowest price, with 90% saying avoiding hassles is important. 48% have taken on extra work to afford a trip, and 39% have charged a trip without knowing how they'd pay it off.

Aug 25Tue
  1. Hilton Stories RSS

    Signia Hilton Introduces 'Signia Restore' Wellness Concept

    Signia Hilton announced a new integrated wellness concept, Signia Restore, debuting at Signia Hilton Indianapolis, which is accepting reservations for January 2027. The concept combines high-performance fitness, advanced recovery experiences, personalized wellness guidance, and curated retail. It features dedicated recovery zones with infrared saunas, cold therapy rooms, and more. It is expected to expand to select Signia properties globally.

Aug 24Mon
  1. US BTS Statistical Releases

    BTS releases Q3 2026 Transportation Economic Trends

    The U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics released its Q3 2026 update to Transportation Economic Trends, covering topics such as transportation employment, government revenues and expenditures, airport and airway trust funds, and household transportation costs, with interactive charts and downloadable data.

Aug 18Tue
  1. US BTS Statistical Releases

    US Releases Updated Intercity Bus Atlas

    The Bureau of Transportation Statistics relaunched the Intercity Bus Atlas, featuring nearly 60 operators, approximately 3,500 stops, and 1,800 routes. The map provides comprehensive data on the national intercity bus network for researchers, policymakers, and planners, with quarterly updates planned.

Aug 13Thu
  1. US BTS Statistical Releases

    U.S. Transportation PPI Rises in July 2026

    The Bureau of Transportation Statistics reported that the transportation equipment PPI rose 2.4% from July 2025 to July 2026. Changes in transportation services PPI varied by mode: Air +7.1%, Rail +1.3%, Truck +10.9%, Water +17.2%, Freight arrangement +2.2%.

  2. US BTS Statistical Releases

    U.S. Airline Traffic Down 0.7% in May 2026

    The U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics reported that U.S. airlines carried 84.7 million systemwide passengers in May 2026, down 0.7% from the same month last year. Domestic passengers were 73.8 million and international 10.9 million. Seasonally adjusted, enplanements were down 3.2% from the all-time high in June 2024.

Aug 3Mon
  1. Amadeus Newsroom

    Amadeus study: 75% of U.S. travelers use AI for planning, but booking trust lags

    Amadeus' report 'Tailored Horizons' reveals that 85% of U.S. travelers agree AI saves time and provides personalized recommendations, with 74% using AI during trip planning. However, trust declines when AI takes action: only 20% would allow AI to spend money autonomously within a budget, while 43% would allow it only with conditions. Travelers still desire human oversight, with 51% preferring a combination of AI and human expertise.

  2. Travelport Press Releases

    Travelport Survey Finds U.S. Consumers Want Greater Clarity and Confidence When Booking Travel

    Travelport released findings from its Traveler Confidence Survey, commissioned by Travelport and conducted by Dynata in late June 2026 among 1,000 U.S. consumers aged 18 and older. The survey found 46% of U.S. consumers have abandoned a booking because it became too complicated or time-consuming, and 38% said fewer options would most improve their flight booking experience. Overall, 69% feel overwhelmed by online travel options at least sometimes, including 36% who feel overwhelmed always or often. While 53% said they would trust an AI-powered tool or agent to recommend the best flight, about 72% also feel AI-powered travel booking causes stress or anxiety. Among U.S. consumers using AI for…

Aug 1Sat
  1. Brazil ANAC News

    ANAC and FAA jointly publish safety objectives for eVTOL aircraft

    The Brazilian National Civil Aviation Agency (ANAC) and the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) jointly published safety objectives for eVTOL (vertical take-off and landing capable aircraft). The document is necessary due to eVTOL's innovative design and operational characteristics, differing from conventional aircraft. This publication is a key step towards developing a regulatory framework for certification, with international harmonization in mind.

Jul 15Wed
  1. GBTA News & Press

    GBTA Applauds U.S. Passage of Legislation to Strengthen Security and Improve Passenger Experience

    The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) welcomed the U.S. House of Representatives' passage of a bipartisan package of aviation security and travel facilitation bills, including the SAFEGUARDS Act of 2026 and the One Stop Pilot Program Extension Act. These measures aim to strengthen Transportation Security Administration (TSA) operations, addressing checkpoint congestion, staffing constraints, and inefficiencies in the international travel process. The SAFEGUARDS Act would restore the 9/11 passenger security fee to its intended purpose of funding aviation security, ensuring TSA has resources to meet evolving operational demands. The One Stop Pilot Program Extension Act would allow TSA…

Jul 9Thu
Jun 12Fri
  1. GBTA News & Press

    GBTA Legislative Summit Champions Business Travel Value on Capitol Hill

    GBTA's annual U.S. Legislative Summit took place June 9-11 in Washington, D.C., with 120 members and stakeholders from 31 states. They held over 120 Capitol Hill meetings advocating for policies that support the business travel industry, which drives $624 billion in annual economic impact and accounts for 2.1% of U.S. GDP. Priorities include modernizing the air traffic system, avoiding burdensome entry processes, and advancing Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF).

Jun 3Wed
  1. Travelport Press Releases

    Juniper Group acquires Deem from Travelport

    Juniper Group has announced the completion of its acquisition of Deem, a corporate travel management platform, from Travelport. Deem provides booking, procurement and trip management solutions for corporations and travel management companies worldwide. As part of Juniper Group, Deem will continue to operate independently under its current leadership team and brand. The acquisition was sponsored by Juniper Travel Technology. Travelport and Deem will continue to maintain a relationship following the transaction.

Feb 11Wed
Mar 4Tue
  1. SAP Concur Blog

    REAL ID Deadline Nears: New ID Rules for U.S. Domestic Flights

    The U.S. REAL ID federal compliance deadline is May 7, 2025. Congress passed the REAL ID Act in 2005 to implement the 9/11 Commission recommendation to set minimum security standards for identification such as driver's licenses; state-issued IDs from non-compliant states will no longer be accepted by federal agencies such as TSA. Compliant IDs are generally marked with a star, and travelers can verify their state's status via the Department of Homeland Security's REAL ID page. Travelers without a REAL ID can still fly domestically using other acceptable identification, including a U.S. passport, passport card, DHS trusted traveler cards such as Global Entry, permanent resident card, or an e…

Dec 13Wed
  1. SAP Concur Blog

    SAP Concur Data: Top U.S. Business Travel Destinations for 2023 Holiday Season

    SAP Concur analyzed U.S.-origin business travel bookings on Concur Travel from November to December 2023. The busiest business travel day in November was November 13, with Dallas and Chicago as the top two destinations. During Thanksgiving (November 17-26), Las Vegas claimed the top spot, with more than three times as many business travelers as Phoenix in tenth place. December 4 was the busiest travel day in December, with Dallas again ranking first. During Christmas and New Year (December 21-January 3), Orlando ranked first, with more than double the number of business travelers compared to Phoenix in second place.

Jun 29Wed
  1. SAP Concur Blog

    New U.S. Meal and Entertainment Tax Rules: What Businesses Need to Know

    The U.S. Tax Cuts and Jobs Act brought significant changes to business meal and entertainment deduction rules. Under the new rules, client entertainment activities (such as concerts, sporting events, golf) are no longer eligible for the 50% tax deduction, while business meals remain eligible for a 50% deduction. The article cites Treas. Reg. Section 1.274-2(b)(1) for the definition of entertainment and recommends that businesses keep clear meal records and use automated expense solutions to help collect and organize documentation.

  2. SAP Concur Blog

    Three Ways a Biden Administration Could Impact Businesses

    A SAP Concur blog post analyzes three areas where a Biden administration could impact businesses: infrastructure spending, a more active Labor Department, and a re-examination of independent contractor rules. It notes the Democrat-controlled House passed a $1.5 trillion infrastructure bill, while Republicans previously proposed a $1.7 trillion version. The Labor Department may raise the overtime salary threshold to about $47,000 and strengthen enforcement by OSHA, EEOC, and NLRB.

Mar 6Wed
  1. FCDO Travel Advice

    USA Travel Advice Updated: Hurricane Season Predictions

    The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) updated its travel advice for the USA, with the latest update providing information on US hurricane season predictions. The advice covers the USA and also American Samoa, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands. It emphasizes that no travel can be guaranteed safe and advises travelers to research destinations and obtain appropriate travel insurance covering itinerary, planned activities, and emergency expenses.