January 8, 2025

News to Know

ETA Not to Dampen Business Travel Growth to the UK
(SOURCE: TRAVEL DAILY MEDIA)

Corporate Traveller forecasts the new rules are unlikely to make any dent in the travel growth rate to the UK but will require forward planning.

Electronic travel authorization (ETA) systems are being introduced around the globe, with Australia among the first to introduce it in 1996, followed by the US (2008), Canada (2015) and New Zealand (2019). This year, the UK and EU will follow suite in a bid to improve border security and streamline entry processes for visa-exempt travelers.

AVIATION

Airplane Cheap Seats Are Getting Classier (QUARTZ)

As Winter Storms Strike, Airlines Scramble to De-Ice Planes and Keep Them Flying (NPR)

Canadian Airlines: Flair Takes Top Spot in December 2024 Performance (AVIATION SOURCE NEWS)

HOSPITALITY

Hotel Technology Predictions for 2025 (HOSPITALITY INVESTOR)

GROUND TRANSPORTATION

Ground Transportation Experts Confront Connected Trip Challenges (PHOCUSWIRE)

OTHER SECTORS

Tripism Trials Leisure Platform (BUSINESS TRAVEL MAGAZINE)

Business Travel in 2025: Embracing Optimism and Transformation (HOSPITALITY NET, GBTA FEATURED)

Exploring Top MICE Travel Destinations for Professionals (DRIFT TRAVEL)

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U.S. Elections Analysis: What’s In-Store for Business Travel

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Resources

Crisis24 Intelligence Brief

China - A magnitude-5.7 earthquake occurs in Qinghai Province, China, at around 15:44 Jan. 8. No immediate reports of damage or injuries.

France - Adverse winter weather forecast across France through at least Jan. 10. Hazardous travel conditions likely, especially in northern regions.

Turkiye - Unionized public sector workers to strike across Turkiye Jan. 13; disruptions to medical services and business operations likely.

United States: Heightened security, road closures likely due to state funeral for former US president Jimmy Carter, in Washington, DC, US, Jan. 7-9.

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February 24

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May 27-28

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