U.s. travel association tips

June’s CPI data indicates broad inflation easing, led by a notable 1.4% decline in travel-related costs (hotel, airline, gas) as per the U.S. Travel TPI, outpacing the overall economy’s modest 0.1% decrease.

The clock is ticking to fill the assistant secretary of commerce for travel and tourism position before its allocated funding becomes unavailable after September 30, the end of the federal government’s 2024 fiscal year.

The U.S. Travel Association applauds the recent Congressional approval of the Federal Aviation Administration Reauthorization Act of 2024. This legislative advancement promises substantial improvements in the nation’s aviation system by addressing delays, modernizing air traffic control technology, and increasing workforce development.

U.S. Travel urges Congress to consider other critical measures to modernize the entire visa process.

Congressman William D. Delahunt’s vision led to bipartisan legislation creating Brand USA, America’s travel marketing organization.

In the coming months, the commission will further engage federal agencies during additional field visits to learn more about best practices, pain points and opportunities to improve and grow travel. The commission’s report will be delivered later this year.

To date, 106 individuals have been named to the Hall of Leaders, U.S. Travel’s highest honor.

The U.S. and China will improve air connectivity and streamline visa processing, said Chinese President Xi Jinping in public remarks on Wednesday. Xi made the remarks at a dinner hosted by the National Committee on U.S.-China Relations and US-China Business Council. 

Dave Lorenz was announced as the honoree before more than 1,000 destination marketing professionals at the U.S. Travel Association’s annual Educational Seminar for Tourism Organizations (ESTO) conference.

The Destiny Awards are accolades that honor outstanding performance in destination marketing at the local and regional levels, whereas the Mercury Awards are dedicated to acknowledging achievements within the realm of state-level marketing.

Biden official’s visit to China opens door to increased bilateral travel.