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📈 Discover 15 key statistics, from the projected recovery of global business travel to the anticipated hotel rate increases in Canada and the U.S. Don't miss out! Access our complete report now to gain invaluable insights for your company's future. https://hubs.ly/Q02l3bYd0

If you are new to being a business traveler, carefully consider each program and what benefits you will get the most out of. Also, check out your company benefits. Often companies will reimburse introductory and/or renewal fees associated with one or more of these programs. #businesstravel #consulting #traveltips #businesstraveler #earlycareer #TSA #Precheck #Globalentry

On the occasion of its twentieth anniversary, the Air France-KLM Group unveiled the results of an impact study designed to quantify and analyze the socio-economic benefits generated by its activity in France and the Netherlands. Commissioned by Air France-KLM, the study was carried out by Professor Herbert Castéran, Professor and Director of the Institut Mines Télécom Business School. It covers the Group's three core businesses: passenger transport, cargo and aircraft maintenance. • The Group generates 1.9% of French GDP and 2.3% of Dutch GDP;  • An estimated 552,570 jobs in France and 267,996 jobs in the Netherlands depend directly or indirectly on Air France-KLM;  • For each job created by Air France-KLM in France, 11 jobs are created in the French economy. For each job created in the Netherlands, 9.2 jobs are created in the Dutch economy.

My rant for today - well to fair for yesterday. Had to travel back to London yesterday - no problem i thought work on the train and be productive. Not the case as the wifi on East Midlands Railway was so appalling I and many others had to switch to using mobile devices. Second problem as I previously stated claims by mobile operators on 99% coverage are at best disingenuous if not outright lies. In the 90 min journey I estimate I had 10 minutes connection and not all in one go. It was exactly the same on the way home - so I lost almost half a days work. Multiple that by the number of people who were trying to work and i would estimate over 90 work days on just those trains and I am being cautious in that figure. Then factor in the number of trains a day on that route and then every day 10 person years are wasted. If you extrapolate that over the whole country the loss of productivity is mind boggling. The Government wants to boost the economy - simple measure force either the rail companies as a condition of their licence to provide adequate wifi on route or make the mobile operators live up to their 99% claim on all rail routes.

Clearwater International’s consumer team remains at the forefront of the post-pandemic rebound in travel sector M&A activity, with the team advising four travel sector transactions in the UK in 2023. Read more: https://lnkd.in/e7SkrHxj   The UK travel market rebounded strongly in 2023, and outperformance is set to continue this year as the structural growth drivers that powered the sector in the 2010s have reasserted. 

📈 Chicago is gearing up for a significant #EconomicBoost thanks to the Democratic National Convention (DNC)! 🏙️ In August, United Airlines will add 118 extra flights to and from Chicago. This not only highlights the event’s importance but also underscores United’s crucial role as one of O’Hare’s leading carriers. The DNC Host Committee estimates the convention will draw around 50,000 visitors, including 20,000 media professionals and 5,500 delegates, alternates, and guests. This influx is poised to put Chicago in the national spotlight and bring a substantial economic boost to the city. This expansion brings United’s schedule at O’Hare to its largest since 2019, with an additional 38 flights specifically between O’Hare and Washington’s Reagan National Airport. From increased activity at our airports to a surge in the hospitality and service sectors, the DNC is set to be a powerful driver of economic vitality for Chicago. 🚀 Our city is ready to be at the heart of national politics and to showcase its hospitality and vibrant economy. 🌟 https://lnkd.in/g5m3t2FF

Small to Mid-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) face challenges from limited budgets to overall market reach compared to larger corporations, but it doesn’t mean they can’t innovate at scale with proper #travelpolicy and critical management skills. At #GBTAConvention24, the #SME Education Session Track will help you find accessible, convenient, and affordable travel services to support your business operations while maximizing the value of travel expenditures. Sessions: • You Think You’re Too Small for a Travel Policy? Think Again! • Expanding Globally: Navigating Travel Programs for SMEs Beyond US Borders • Anticipate & Act: Proactive Crisis Management Strategies for SMEs • Navigating Emerging SME Travel Challenges: Insights from the Field Ready to get started? >> https://bit.ly/3xgvDPs Made possible by Corporate Traveler

Despite challenges, the UK visitor economy is resilient. But success hinges on attracting & retaining top talent. How? Invest in your people with clear career paths & development. See below tips and learn more ➡ https://lnkd.in/eqnGUKmP #Hospitality #Retail #Travel #Aviation #WorkforceDevelopment

Packed with micro and macroeconomic trends, data and expert analysis to underpin 2025 pricing, the CWT GBTA Global Business Travel Forecast helps you budget and build your program for the next 12 months. With insight into pricing for airfares, hotel rates, ground transport and meetings, you'll be one step ahead of the curve. Download the forecast now: https://lnkd.in/e6J8W444 #BusinessTravel #TravelManagement #Sustainability #TravelTrends #GlobalForecast

New UK government statistics out last week showed that three million people went on a #cruise ship to or from the UK in 2023, a 50% increase from 2022! With each cruise that departs Southampton, one of the UK's major cruise hubs, worth £2.7m to the local economy, this welcome growth will have benefits to local economies across the country. You can find out more about the importance of #shipping to the UK in our Value of Shipping report 👉 https://lnkd.in/e5PazaGg