Daily News Brief – September 15, 2020
GBTA Coronavirus Poll: Your Input Is Critical
GBTA Coronavirus Poll: Your Input Is Critical
Since the outset of the pandemic, GBTA has been running regular polls amongst the membership to assess the impact that COVID-19 has had on their specific business, our industry and the global economy. What we’ve seen thus far has been enlightening and educational and assists us greatly in the development of our recovery plans.
The GBTA polls have been vital in helping our members across the travel industry, and policymakers throughout the world, better understand the ramifications of COVID-19. The results have especially helped us in our advocacy and legislative efforts and in our mission to help safely restart business travel.
We’re so grateful for your participation and as always, would like to ask for your continued help. Our ability to provide guidance and pertinent information depends on our members willingness to share their experiences. Would you please be so kind as to complete the GBTA poll below if you have not already done so. The closing date is Friday, September 18.
Thank you again for your support!
Best regards,
Dave Hilfman, GBTA Interim Executive Director
COVID-19 Updates
The Time to Prepare for COVID-19 Vaccine Transport Is Now (4HOTELIERS)
Global Coronavirus Updates, Sept 14: UK Tests If COVID-19 Vaccines Might Work Better Inhaled (THE INDIAN EXPRESS)
More Helpful Articles/Links
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
- CDC Dashboard – Updated frequently with new guidance documents and details
- COVID-19 Travel Recommendations by Country (CDC)
- CDC Coronavirus Information
Transportation Security Administration (TSA)
- Overview of TSA’s “Stay Healthy. Stay Secure.” Campaign
- “Stay Healthy. Stay Secure” Video
- What to Know Before You Go
- TSA Screening Checkpoint Numbers for 2019 and 2020
- TSA’s COVID-19 Webpage
- Runway to Recovery
- TSA Prepared for Summer Travelers with Updated Security Procedures
Visa Information
GBTA Collaboratory Highlights
Register Now for Tomorrow’s GBTA Collaboratory 2020 Webinar:
Buyer Discussion: Virtual Payments for the Future of Travel
Wednesday, September 16 | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM ET
Virtual Card Payments solve a number of challenges for both travel buyers and their travelers. Join this discussion to hear directly from travel managers who have successfully launched Virtual Card Payments and continue to expand the use of this payment method within their travel program. This session will also address product enhancements to meet the needs that have emerged because of the COVID-19 pandemic. For suppliers, the discussion will include information to use to ready operations teams for changes to come.
September 14-18 Collaboratory Webinars Made Possible by Marqeta
Industry Spotlight
GBTA Europe Town Hall
Tuesday, September 22, 2020 | 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM BST
Join Catherine Logan, Regional Vice President – GBTA and Mark Cuschieri, GBTA Europe Advisory Board Chair for the GBTA Europe Town Hall. Attendees will:
- Get an update from GBTA on what’s happening in our association
- Hear a briefing from our advocacy experts Grayling on the Brussels response to COVID
- Learn how to help travelers feel comfortable about traveling again with insights from Liam Moroney, VP of Marketing, Rocketrip
Learn More and Register Now >>
Made Possible by Rocketrip
Job Spotlight
Independent Hotel Sales Representative
Remote
If you are a former hotel field marketing representative, revenue manager, OTA market manager, or hotel distribution subject matter expert that enjoys helping hotels optimize their distribution and improve channel revenue realization, we have an opportunity for you. We are seeking commission-based independent sales professionals to help expand the adoption of PropertyVIEW Content Monitor in the Americas, EMEA, and ASPAC regions.
Trending Industry News
Aviation Industry News
Abu Dhabi’s Two New Airlines Are Aiming Big with Hyper-Competitive Ticket Rates (GULF NEWS)
How New Approaches to Interlining Can Help Airlines Rebuild Capacity Post-COVID (PHOCUSWIRE)
China Eases Restrictions on Domestic Airlines to Boost Aviation Market (SHINE)
Pan American Airlines Return to the Airways (EIN NEWS)
Silver Lining: Indian Aviation Industry to Recover Faster Due to Size of Market (TRAVEL DAILY MEDIA)
Hospitality Industry News
Marriott: Corporate Clients Booking Twice the U.S. Room Nights from Spring (HOTELMARKETING.COM)
TrustYou: Some Hotel Brands Recovering Faster Than Expected (HOTELMARKETING.COM)
More Industry News
Amtrak Adds RideReserve Tool to Ensure Social Distancing on Trains (TRAVEL PULSE)
Member Benefit: Benchmarking Tools
GBTA members have access to multiple benchmarking tools. These tools evaluate how your managed travel program, in various areas, matches up to industry best practices. Compare airfare, hotel rates and more to see how strong your program is performing and identify areas of improvements.
WorldAware Intelligence Brief
Australia – Authorities to Continue Easing Restrictions in Regional Victoria
Japan – Authorities to Allow Essential Travel from Singapore
United States – Officials in Nebraska Ease Restrictions in Most of the State
United States – Hurricane Sally Strengthens as It Tracks in Gulf of Mexico
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