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Celebrity Event Planner Colin Cowie On How ‘Hospitainment’ Can Save The Events Business
June 19, 2020

It hasn’t been a good year for hospitality and events, with the pandemic shutting down travel, large gatherings, venues and the desire to be physically close to other people. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

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Flywire Research Shows Strong Consumer Demand For Post-Pandemic Travel
June 16, 2020

Payments firm Flywire has released new research showing that travel agents, as well as operators, receive high marks for handling interruptions the pandemic has caused but that travelers also have “suggestions for improvement,” according to an announcement. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...

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Hotels Pivot To Embrace The ‘Great Staycation Of 2020’
June 15, 2020

A rising tide of staycations may bring hotels back from the great pandemic slump. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS...

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Virgin Atlantic Refunds Backlogged
June 12, 2020

If you’re expecting a refund from Virgin Atlantic, the British airline owned by billionaire Richard Branson, be patient. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to...

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Some Airports Freeze Renovations As Fewer Passengers Fly
June 08, 2020

Plans to expand some airports have been put on hold as air transportation has been grounded by the COVID-19 pandemic, The Wall Street Journal reported. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...

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The Staycation Gains Ground – At Other Peoples’ Pads
June 08, 2020

After months on lockdown, after months of Zooming … comes the itch to escape to the great outdoors, even if the great outdoors is pretty much someone else’s backyard or breakfast table. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

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Travel Sites, Airbnb Get Boost In Domestic Short-Term Rental Bookings
June 07, 2020

As Americans seek relief from cabin fever after months of shelter-in-place orders due to the pandemic, vacation rentals are on the rise, Bloomberg reported. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...

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P&O Cruises To Provide Bonus With Credits For Canceled Cruises
June 03, 2020

As the pandemic continues to disrupt everyday life the world over, many consumers want compensation for things they paid for but aren’t able to use. Cruise lines, in one case, are providing credits with a bonus to customers on canceled sailings. Get the Full Story...

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‘Travel Bubbles’ Key To Getting Consumers To Travel Cross Border
June 03, 2020

The summer travel season is upon the Northern Hemisphere, and while many consumers would normally be setting their sights on visiting new lands, international travel seems to be by and large on hold for summer 2020. Too many people fear contracting coronavirus while traveling abroad....