BUSINESS TRAVEL IN GERMANY APPROACHES PRE-COVID LEVELS

Andrew J. Wein -
Business trips in Germany seem to be finding their old rhythm again. A look at SAP Concur’s numbers tells us that global airline ticket bookings jumped roughly 4% in 2024 compared to the previous year ...

THE MOST VISIBLE AIRLINES ON SOCIAL MEDIA

Theodore Slate -
Social media now really shape how airlines are seen. It isn’t just about pretty photos—these platforms mold brand images and influence our buying habits. Although they can suddenly spark debates that ...

THAILAND ANNOUNCED THE FIRST 4 SITES FOR GAMBLING ENTERTAINMENT

Richard Moor -
Bangkok, Chonburi, Chiang Mai and Phuket will soon boast new entertainment hubs that include casinos—a move aimed at catering to both tourists and locals. This isn’t coming out of the blue; about two ...

42% OF COMPANIES PLAN TO INCREASE BUSINESS TRAVEL SPENDING IN 2025

Larry Brain -
Over 500 business travelers worldwide sent in their thoughts through Qualtrics, giving us a rough peek into what people are planning when it comes to work trips. The mix isn’t neat and tidy, but it su ...

VIETNAM EXTENDS VISA-FREE VISIT FOR 12 COUNTRIES UNTIL 2028

Kevin Eagan -
Vietnam is keeping its visa-free rule in place for citizens from 12 European and Asian countries until 2028. The news came out with a mix of enthusiasm and practicality—tourism gets a boost while trad ...