April 25, 2025

News to Know

Tariffs and Turbulence: Navigating Hotel Operations in a Travel Downturn
(SOURCE: 4HOTELIERS)

The hospitality industry is currently facing a confluence of challenges that threaten to curtail travel demand and strain hotel operations. Economic uncertainties, compounded by recent tariff implementations, are reshaping traveler behaviors and demand forecasts.

Understanding these dynamics is crucial for hoteliers aiming to navigate the impending downturn effectively.

AVIATION

American Airlines: No Corporate-Travel Pullback, But Weakness in the Main Cabin (TRAVEL WEEKLY)

Airline Passengers Are Reportedly Doing This 40% More Frequently—And Flight Attendants Aren’t Having It (READER'S DIGEST)

Cathay Pacific Group Targets Significant Capacity Growth as It Moves Beyond Rebuilding Period (CAPA)

OTHER SECTORS

Business Travel Volume Is Anticipated to Decrease Significantly in 2025 amidst US Government Action (4HOTELIERS, GBTA FEATURED)

Train or Plane: What Do Most Business Travelers Prefer? (MEETINGS & CONVENTIONS ASIA)

Businesses Will Do Better Centralizing All Corporate Travel Spends (GULF NEWS)

Emburse Adds AI-Powered Tools to Travel and Expense Mobile App (PYMNTS)

Industry Spotlight

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Resources

Crisis24 Intelligence Brief

Australia - Flooding ongoing over southeastern Queensland, Australia, as of April 25. Injuries reported.

Finland - Unionized airport and airline workers plan to strike across Finland on May 2 and May 5. Air travel disruptions likely.

Italy - Unionized workers to strike nationwide in Italy on May 1; business and transport disruptions, increased security likely.

United States - Severe weather forecast across parts of the southern US through early April 26. Flooding and associated disruptions possible.

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