Johanna Jainchill

Hyatt said it is "conducting a detailed assessment to determine the extent of the physical damage to all properties."

As the government shutdown heads into a second month, an antsy travel sector warned that cracks in the industry were starting to show.

While tourism leaders hope that a weakened dollar will inspire more visitation, increased visa fees and domestic price jumps may offset those gains, as the U.S. battles a reputation for being low on value.

Ads will run in nine countries in several channels, including TV and social media.

Kirby said the shutdown has not yet had an impact on earnings, but that could change when "people start to lose confidence in the government and the government's ability to resolve this."

CEO Geoff Freeman says the shutdown is "doing irreversible damage," and that Congress needs to "act now and reopen the government."

International visitor numbers are expected to drop from 72.4 million in 2024 to 67.9 million this year, according to the U.S. Travel Association.

News editor Johanna Jainchill spoke with Sultan about the carrier's refurbishments, United partnership and trends in U.S. travel.

The WTTC Global Summit highlighted a travel workforce shortage, projecting a global shortfall of 43 million workers by 2033.

Flipping the overtourism script that has dominated headlines in Europe, speakers at the WTTC Global Summit said the real problem is a concentration of tourism in a handful of locations, while others are "starving" for travelers.

Allison discusses U.S. travel trends to Australia as well as the latest ad campaign, which stars Robert Irwin, conservationist and son of the late Steve Irwin.

The resort on Grace Bay Beach features stunning views and eco-friendly initiatives, while the villas at Turtle Tail include luxury accommodations and a beach club.

A government shutdown could cost the U.S. travel industry $1 billion weekly due to air and rail travel disruptions and the closure of national parks, according to U.S. Travel Association CEO Geoff Freeman.

U.S. visitation had been flat in the year leading up to July, when there was a 19% that has Tourism Australia feeling optimistic.

Brand USA cut 12 roles and its TV network due to a significant funding reduction, aligning operations with their new budget and strategic priorities, while focusing on the new "America the Beautiful" campaign amid a drop in international arrivals.

Starting with a pilot cruise in August 2026, the partnership will see Crystal ships host A&K's cultural cruises, featuring A&K's expedition team and shore experiences.

The Montage Big Sky opened as the mountain's first five-star resort, the same year the Summit at Big Sky underwent a massive renovation. News editor Johanna Jainchill tried them both.

Improvements are part of a decade-long plan, Big Sky 2025, aimed at making the Montana resort more comfortable and efficient.

News editor Johanna Jainchill spoke with Reynolds about the Route 66 centennial, the Canada market and being nimble.

Brand USA's survey shows a slight rebound in the intent to visit the U.S. among international travelers, rising from 23% in April to 25% in June 2023, with expectations of stabilizing tourism numbers despite recent funding cuts and projected declines, while a new campaign aims to boost high-value visitors.