The travel industry is taking a catastrophic hit. According to a recent analysis by the US Travel Association, COVID-19 has already resulted in a loss of 8 million travel-related American jobs. Additionally, total spending loss on travel in the United States, which includes transportation, lodging, retail, attractions, and restaurants, is expected to top a half a trillion dollars by year end. This projected $502 billion is a 45 percent decrease from last year, and is nine times greater than the impact of 9/11.
5 Insider Tips to Help Your Customers Expedite Travel Insurance Claims By Kathleen A. De Riso, VP of Travel Services at Crum & Forster Let’s face it; despite all the best efforts and months of detailed planning, things can go wrong while traveling. When the unexpected happens — flight delays, medical emergencies, lost luggage — […]
One of Spain’s warmest places for winter sun: Guide to discover Lanzarote Lanzarote, in the Canary Islands, is blessed with the best of Europe’s winter weather. Winter feels different in Lanzarote. Thanks to its geography, the island of Lanzarote is under stable and pleasant temperatures all year round: mild winters and summers, with an average […]
Regenerative Tourism: Smart Strategies to Ease Overtourism and Elevate Every Journey By Gina Bang, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer of Avanti Destinations It’s hard to read about travel today without encountering the word overtourism. From overcrowded streets in historic cities to visitor taxes and cruise restrictions, the challenges are real. Popular destinations are struggling under the […]
USTOA $1 Million
Travelers Assistance Program
A travel vacation should not only be an unforgettable experience, but offer solid peace of mind. That’s why USTOA created a consumer protection fund which protects consumers who book with our Active Members.
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