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May 27, 2025

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Gen Z & Millennials Are Sneaking Plus-Ones Into Work Trips: The 'Bleisure' Boom
(SOURCE: MSN)

More young professionals are quietly bending the rules of business travel — by bringing along their partners or friends, often without informing their bosses. The trend, dubbed "blended travel" or "bleisure," is gaining momentum among Gen Z and millennials, who are eager to mix a little pleasure with their professional commitments.

 
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AVIATION

Airlines Brace For Turbulence Ahead (Marcus/Goldman Sachs) (MARCUS)

Airbus Leadership Change Announced as Company Focuses on ‘Next-Gen’ Aircraft Technology (TRAVEL RADAR)

Singapore – Japan Collaborate to Meet Rising Demand for Air Travel (TRAVEL DAILY NEWS)

HOSPITALITY

IHG Hotels & Resorts Celebrates 50th Open Hotel Milestone in India with Opening of Crowne Plaza Lucknow (HOSPITALITY)

Radisson Hotel Group Adds First Verified Net Zero Hotel in Manchester (BUSINESS TRAVELLER)

SUSTAINABILITY

EU Digital Passport Could Reshape Travel Retail by 2026 (FTN NEWS)

Major US Airport Makes Bold Change to Public Facilities: 'Incremental Steps Like This Can Build Better Traveler Habits' (THE COOL DOWN)

OTHER SECTORS

Most Corporates Neglecting Needs of Travellers From Minority Groups (BUSINESS TRAVEL NEWS EUROPE)

Delta CEO Says Travelers Must Feel Comfortable Entering U.S. (SKIFT)

Industry Spotlight


Last Chance: GBTA U.S. Legislative Summit Pricing Increases Thursday
Your voice is needed more than ever.

Business travel has an impact of $484 billion to the U.S. economy, making it a key economic driver.

However, this critical sector potentially faces significant challenges:

  • Policy Uncertainty: Fluctuations in tariffs, travel bans, and visa processing are disrupting business travel and deterring international visitors, with unforeseen economic consequences.
  • Global Warnings: Nations like Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and numerous European countries (including Denmark, Finland, France, Ireland, the Netherlands, Norway, Germany and the United Kingdom) have all recently warned their travelers to be aware when traveling to the U.S.

At the GBTA U.S. Legislative Summit, join GBTA and your fellow industry leaders to learn, network, and advocate for the future of business travel from the heart of Washington D.C.

Join us and get face-to-face with the elected officials working on legislation that will shape our future – there’s still time to make your voice heard and save $200 before registration rates increase on May 29.

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Crisis24 Intelligence Brief

Italy - Severe weather forecast across much of Italy May 27. Transport, business, and utility disruptions likely.

New Zealand - Severe weather forecast for parts of northern North Island and northern South Island, New Zealand, through May 28.

Sweden - Unionized port workers to strike across Sweden May 30-June 5. Maritime shipping disruptions likely.

United Kingdom - Emergency response, tight security ongoing after vehicle rams parade crowd on Water Street in Liverpool, UK, May 26. Avoid the area.
 

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