Business travel news

Here are some recent business travel news articles and updates:

1. COVID-19 Travel Restrictions

• The US has extended its COVID-19 travel restrictions until January 2024, requiring all international travelers to show proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test result. (Source: CNN)
• The European Union has also extended its travel restrictions until January 2024, requiring travelers from non-EU countries to show proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test result. (Source: BBC)

2. Travel Trends

• A recent survey by the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) found that 71% of business travelers plan to take more trips in the next 12 months, with 45% planning to take more international trips. (Source: GBTA)
• A report by Skift found that business travel is expected to recover to pre-pandemic levels by 2024, with the global business travel market projected to reach $1.4 trillion by 2025. (Source: Skift)

3. Air Travel

• Delta Air Lines has announced plans to increase its international capacity by 15% in 2023, with a focus on routes to Europe, Latin America, and Asia. (Source: Delta News)
• United Airlines has also announced plans to increase its international capacity, with a focus on routes to Europe, Asia, and Latin America. (Source: United Airlines News)

4. Hotel Industry

• Marriott International has announced plans to open over 30 new hotels in the Middle East and Africa in the next two years, with a focus on luxury and lifestyle brands. (Source: Marriott News)
• Hilton Worldwide has also announced plans to open over 20 new hotels in the Asia-Pacific region in the next two years, with a focus on luxury and mid-scale brands. (Source: Hilton News)

5. Travel Technology

• A recent report by Phocuswright found that 75% of business travelers use mobile apps to book travel, with 60% using apps to manage their travel itineraries. (Source: Phocuswright)
• A new travel technology platform, TripIt, has launched a new feature that allows business travelers to track their expenses and receipts in real-time. (Source: TripIt News)

6. Sustainability

• A recent report by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) found that the aviation industry is committed to reducing its carbon emissions by 50% by 2050. (Source: IATA)
• A new sustainable travel initiative, "Fly Green," has launched a new platform that allows business travelers to offset their carbon emissions from flights. (Source: Fly Green)

These are just a few of the latest business travel news articles and updates. If you're interested in staying up-to-date on the latest news and trends in business travel, I recommend following reputable sources such as the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), Skift, and Phocuswright.