October 8, 2024

News to Know

Will New Airline Seating Policies Take Off?
(SOURCE: NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC)

Some airlines are using seat selection to give their passengers even more input into what happens once they’re on board. Over recent months, new policies have been introduced in Asia that go as far as providing information on who you might sit next to — although regulators argue this discriminates against certain groups. From the pioneering airlines to how seat selection works, here’s everything you need to know.

AVIATION

Airlines Need to Do More to Make Business Travel Accessible for All (FAST COMPANY)

Technology Is the Key to Unlocking the Passenger Experience of the Future (4HOTELIERS)

Asiana Airlines to Raise Excess Baggage Fees for International Flights (KOREA JOONGANG DAILY)

PLAY Airlines Expands Network with Dohop and New Airline Partner easyJet (ARGS)

‘Airlines Have to Work Around Wars’, Says WTTC Chief as Middle East Conflict Disrupts Aviation (GULF NEWS)

Canada's Top Court Upholds Passenger Protection Rules for Flight Disruptions (BBC)

HOSPITALITY

2024 Global Midyear Hotels Outlook (4HOTELIERS)

OTHER SECTORS

HRS Launches Workforce Travel Tool (BTN)

Industry Spotlight

GBTA Project, Crew and Team Travel Summit 2024
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November 18-19
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Last year, 85% of attendees rated their experience as 'above average/excellent'! Join us this year to discover why this summit is a must-attend event if you have a frequent need for long-term accommodations, manage unpredictable events, or plan for the unknown. Don't miss the opportunity to tackle unique complexities, connect with industry experts, engage in meaningful discussions, and walk away with actionable insights. Let's make this year even better!

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Resources

Crisis24 Intelligence Brief

Caribbean and North America - Hurricane Milton tracking eastward across the Gulf of Mexico late Oct. 7; close approach to the Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico, through Oct. 8.

Italy - Unionized rail workers plan to strike across Italy 21:00 Oct. 12-20:59 Oct. 13. Transport disruptions likely.

Middle East/North Africa - Rallies denouncing Israeli airstrikes likely to continue across Middle East and North Africa region through at least end October.

United Arab Emirates - Severe weather forecast across much of the UAE through at least Oct. 10. Flooding and associated disruptions possible.

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Upcoming Events

ETIAS and EES Unveiled: Busting Myths and Preparing for Europe's New Entry Systems
October 16

GBTA Canada Business Travel Forums 2024 (Montreal)
October 22

GBTA Canada Business Travel Forums 2024 (Toronto)
October 24

GBTA WINiT Summit 2024
October 24

GBTA +VDR Conference 2024 in Partnership with the Nordic Business Travel Associations | Copenhagen
November 4 - 6

GBTA Project Crew and Team Travel Summit 2024 | Houston
November 18 - 19

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The #meetings and #events sector has rebounded strongly post-pandemic, with heightened demand for in-person engagements.

💰In 2023, the average daily cost per attendee fell to $155, down from $160 in 2022, representing a -3.1% decline.

This decrease can be attributed to a shift in types of meetings being held. Many organizations opted for smaller, more business-focused meetings...

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