Package holidays are a cornerstone of British travel. They really took flight in the 60s when travel to continental Europe and the Med became more affordable. For many, the Costa del Sol replaced Cornwall. However, their popularity has dropped. Why? hubs.li/Q02P1vFM0

tourist attraction has cut ties with Visit Florida over its LGTBQ Travel removal. It's only one but more could follow, putting pressure on the organization to change course. hubs.li/Q02P1GSm0

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Skift Power Rankings #3: From his blunt takes on ultra-low-cost carriers to Boeing, Kirby has become one of the most influential voices in the airline industry. Under his watch, United has managed to become one of the most profitable U.S. airlines. hubs.li/Q02P2jlL0

It looks like JetBlue’s new strategy that emphasizes cutting unprofitable routes and bolstering leisure capacity in the East Coast is continuing to pay off. hubs.li/Q02P2jpB0

What's Next For Azul, Brazil's No. 2 Airline? Azul is now the second-largest carrier in Brazil. The pandemic did little to deter its growth, but the airline must find a solution for its increasing debt levels. Could a merger fix this? hubs.li/Q02P2jqm0

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Skift Power Rankings#4: Glenn Fogel Fogel was the deals guy who helped construct an online travel powerhouse. Now he runs it, and Booking Holdings is expanding its product lines and global footprint. hubs.li/Q02P2rSL0

Hotels recently discovered that they'd rather have fewer guests paying more. But can they keep holding the line on prices as they face other challenges? hubs.li/Q02P2y4z0

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Once snobbishly consigned to the ‘bucket and spade brigade,’ package holidays are one of the fastest-growing products in UK travel. This lucrative opportunity to diversify revenue has not gone unnoticed by British Airways or easyJet. hubs.li/Q02P31JH0

The DOT officially launched an inquiry Thursday into whether the loyalty programs of the four largest U.S. airlines have engaged in unfair, deceptive or noncompetitive practices. Here's what it means for airlines and loyalty members. hubs.li/Q02P2wPq0

As long as there have been fams, there have been fam scammers. They’re a costly nuisance that the industry can’t seem to get under control. hubs.li/Q02P2rQm0

South Africa’s visa reform relies on vetted tour operators to streamline approvals for Indian and Chinese tourists. While this approach may reduce bottlenecks, it raises concerns about limiting independent travelers. hubs.li/Q02P4nWw0

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Air Canada's shutdown plan throws fuel onto an already heated dispute. The parties are continuing to talk, but the preparation of contingency measures suggests a total shutdown of the airline by next week is a real and growing possibility. hubs.ly/Q02P54yM0

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Minor Hotels is transforming its Anantara brand, spreading its traditional resort-focused roots in Asia, and growing an urban luxury hotel portfolio in Europe. Sponsored by Minor Hotels hubs.li/Q02NY1qj0

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Travelers are flocking to activities that make them learn, interact with locals, or preferably both. It's as if people are treating vacations like a semester abroad, minus the college credits. hubs.li/Q02P7kG30