October 10, 2024

News to Know

Hurricane Milton Travel Update: Flight Cancellations and Airport Closures
(SOURCE: TRAVEL MARKET REPORT)

Hurricane Milton is moving off of the Florida East Coast this morning, after slamming the state overnight on Wednesday as a powerful Category 3 storm. Milton made landfall about 70 miles south of Tampa, which remained in a state of emergency with storm surge and flood warnings around the area, and hundreds of thousands without power.

While cruise lines continue to manage schedules, the air industry is dealing with a major fallout from Milton that is likely to take days to get back on track.

More than 700 of those cancellations are at two airports—Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Tampa International Airport (TPA). Both of those closed ahead of Milton’s arrival and as of 7 a.m. on Thursday remain closed and say they will reopen after a damage assessment and only when it is safe to do so.

AVIATION

Hurricane Milton: Airlines Deny Price Gouging, Say Fares From Florida Are Capped (FORBES)

Vietnam Airlines Launches Direct Route to Munich (TRAVEL DAILY MEDIA)

Airlines for Europe Study Exposes Unfair Practices and High Prices From Online Ticket Intermediaries (AVIATION 24)

More European Airlines Axe China Flights (AIRLINE GEEKS)

HOSPITALITY

New Hospitality Certification Taps into Wellness Travel Trend (PHOCUSWIRE)

US FTC Says Marriott Will Boost Security to Settle Data Breach Charges (REUTERS)

GROUND TRANSPORTATION

Uber Announces Plans to Increase Electric Vehicles (BUSINESS TRAVELLER)

Tunnel Rehabilitation to Cause Longer Amtrak Travel Times (SPECTRUM LOCAL NEWS)

OTHER SECTORS

FCM Makes Major Investment in Global Meetings and Events Division (THE BUSINESS TRAVEL MAGAZINE)

Industry Spotlight

CWT and GBTA Explore Future Scenarios for Business Travel in Special Report

GBTA and CWT have unveiled a new special supplement report titled, “2040: Baseline, Boom, or Bust,” which explores three distinct scenarios for the industry along with comprehensive analysis of how these factors will shape corporate travel strategies by 2040.

The supplement commemorates the recently released 10th edition of the Global Business Travel Forecast report from CWT and GBTA.

The special report also provides actionable recommendations for businesses, including investing in data analytics, embracing technological innovation, building strategic partnerships, and focusing on employee well-being to effectively navigate the future of business travel.

“Whether navigating a boom in global travel or adapting to a slowdown, businesses that proactively integrate technology, prioritize sustainability, and stay agile will be best positioned to thrive in this shifting landscape,” said Nick Vournakis, EVP & Chief Customer Officer at CWT.

Read more in the announcement and access the supplement here and via the GBTA Member Hub.

Resources

Crisis24 Intelligence Brief

Bahamas, The and United States - Hurricane Milton tracks east-northeastward across Florida late Oct. 9. Severe impacts likely to continue over the coming days.

Bangladesh - Additional rallies, disruptions likely in Bangladesh through at least late October. Increased security likely; clashes possible.

Portugal and Spain - Severe weather forecast across parts of Portugal and Spain through at least Oct. 12. Possible transport, business, and utility disruptions.

Spain - Demonstration to mark Spain's national day planned in Palma de Mallorca, 12:00 Oct. 12. Increased security, localized disruptions likely.

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