In this issue:
Follow-up on Kuoni’s Departure from the Tour Operator Business
New developments following the Jan. 14 announcement that the oldest tour operator in continental Europe was getting out of the tour operator business. (read more …)
The 10 Kinkiest Cities in the USA
The number one kinkiest city in the U.S. might surprise you. (read more …)
Germany–Trend? More Optimism about 2015
Operators are mildly optimistic over prospects of improved sales as the peak purchasing season for summer holidays nears (read more …)
Japan – Dreadful First Quarter Bookings Anticipated by Travel Agents
Late last month, the forecast by the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA) for outbound overseas travel for the first quarter of 2015 was already less than good. (read more …)
Only Six U.S. Cities in the Top 50 for International Visitors
A new report from Euromonitor International lists the most visited city destinations in the world. (read more …)
New Hotelbeds Group—More Than Just Hotels
The move is aimed at pushing the notion that the brand sells more than just hotel rooms. (read more …)
Which Countries Send the Most Students to America?
Just three nations send more than half the international students enrolled in U.S. colleges and schools. (read more …)
Airline News
Outbound service from India to international markets, including the United States, should improve … and more about new routes. (read more …)
Director of China National Tourism Office Removed
The Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee dismisses the head of the CNTA. (read more …)
Illinois Governor Appoints New Tourism Director
Who did the new governor of Illinois name to run the state’s tourism office? (read more …)
Alfredo González Returns to Florida
The senior official at Brand USA goes back to Florida in a new post. (read more …)
Stefan Merkl to Philadelphia
He’ll focus on Asian market for the destination’s expanding international activities. (read more …)
HODGE PODGE
Shiftings, shaftings and other shakeups in the tour and travel industry. (read more …)
