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JetBlue Offers Refundable Fares
JetBlue Airways yesterday began to offer customers more convenience and flexibility with the launch of refundable fares available directly from the airline's website and all global distribution systems.
NBTA Issues 2007 Travel Report Card
The National Business Travel Association yesterday issued a report card for the U.S. government on business travel issues ahead of President George W. Bush's State of the Union address. The report...
Hotels Continue to Push Rate Growth
Smith Travel Research last week announced full year 2007 results for the U.S. lodging industry. In 2007, average room rates increased 5.9 percent to $103.64, according to a company release, and...
FLO Announces Deal with Hilton HHonors
Registered traveler services provider FLO Corporation on Jan. 24 announced an agreement with Hilton Hotel's HHonors loyalty program. Under the terms of the agreement, as of February 15, Hilton HHonors...
Installation of Sky Bridge Marks Major Milestone at Phoenix Convention Center
A new bridge installed this week in downtown Phoenix physically fused the Phoenix Convention Center's newest additions: the already-open West Building and the soon-to-be-completed North Building.
FlightStats Confirms Increased Delays in 2007
Portland, Ore.-based FlightStats earlier this month released its annual report on airport performance for 2007, confirming a considerable decline in on-time flight arrivals compared to the previous...
AA Begins Installing Inflight Internet
American Airlines announced Jan. 22 that it has completed the first aircraft installation of in-flight wireless Internet connectivity features.
Anaheim Convention Center Ponders Expansion
The threat of losing the music-products event NAMM Show due to lack of space is prompting Anaheim Convention Center authorities to consider an expansion project.
Carlson Marketing's Beauchine to Chair NBTA Foundation
Fay Beauchine, executive vice president of engagement & events for Minneapolis-based Carlson Marketing has been named chair of the National Business Travel Association Foundation.
CIC Appoints Colin Rorrie as Interim President and CEO
The Convention Industry Council Jan. 18 announced it has appointed Colin Rorrie, former president and CEO of Meeting Professionals International, as interim president and CEO of CIC.
CIC Task Force on CSR Convenes
The Convention Industry Council (CIC) task force on sustainability and responsibility convened for the first time at the Professional Convention Management Association's (PCMA) annual meeting in Seattle...
Melbourne Conv. Center Receives Industry's First Environmental Rating
The new Melbourne Convention Center has been awarded a 6 Star Green Star environmental rating, the first convention center in the world to receive the rating, according to a center release.
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