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2 days ago | 
eglobaltravelmedia.com.au | Jason Smith
In a year poised for bold adventures and ticking off bucket-list items, international travellers, particularly Australians, are planning to pack their bags more often and for longer in 2025. But in a twist that could rival the unexpected detours of a budget airline, shifting U.S. international policies are casting long shadows over some of those travel dreams.
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3 days ago | 
eglobaltravelmedia.com.au | Jason Smith
As the wheels of global commerce turn ever more cautiously into 2025, a deep unease has settled over boardrooms, departure lounges and international meetings calendars alike. The reason? A fusillade of policy moves by the United States government—ranging from import tariffs to cross-border entry restrictions—is now casting a long shadow over the business travel landscape.
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1 week ago | 
eglobaltravelmedia.com.au | Jason Smith
While the rest of the world tries to reach the United States, Americans seem to be unable to leave fast enough. Figures released by the National Travel and Tourism Office (NTTO) have unveiled a curious twist in the nation’s travel fortunes. In February 2025, international visitors to the U.S. dropped a cool $21.8 billion across airports, hotels, restaurants, and souvenir stalls.
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2 weeks ago | 
eglobaltravelmedia.com.au | Jason Smith
With a fresh wave of tariffs rattling trade partners and unsettling financial markets, the United States now finds itself at the crossroads of an unexpected fallout — its once-thriving inbound tourism sector. A country long regarded as a linchpin of global travel is beginning to feel the sting of waning confidence as prospective visitors from Europe, Asia, and the Americas grow wary.
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1 month ago | 
eglobaltravelmedia.com.au | Jason Smith
Industry leader introduces fully managed, AI-powered email marketing with a transparent pay-for-performance model. Sojern, the renowned marketing powerhouse tailored for the hospitality industry, has launched an innovative, fully managed email marketing service. Designed to simplify digital engagement, this groundbreaking solution helps hotels increase direct bookings, foster guest loyalty, and minimize dependence on online travel agencies (OTAs)—all under a performance-based pricing model.
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2 months ago | 
eglobaltravelmedia.com.au | Jason Smith |Agents Incentives
Philadelphia Eagles fans are being called to action like never before. Visit Philadelphia launches an electrifying new initiative, Bird Call, rallying the city’s passionate football supporters to cheer their team toward a second Lombardi Trophy. Eagles Fans, Your Team Needs You!As the Eagles soar toward Super Bowl contention, Visit Philadelphia gives fans a direct line to send their support through a dedicated phone hotline.
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Jan 24, 2025 | 
eglobaltravelmedia.com.au | Jason Smith
In an unprecedented step toward sustainable ocean management, the Ocean Coordination Mechanism (OCM) for the Wider Caribbean has officially commenced operations, heralding a transformative era for marine ecosystem governance in the region. With 17 states and nine intergovernmental organizations (IGOs) signing the groundbreaking Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), this initiative positions the Caribbean as a global leader in integrated ocean governance.
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Jan 22, 2025 | 
eglobaltravelmedia.com.au | Jason Smith
Avalon Airport is proud to announce the launch of its Hidden Disability Initiative. The initiative will provide enhanced support for passengers with hidden disabilities, offering them a smoother and more inclusive experience as they travel through the airport.
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Jan 12, 2025 | 
eglobaltravelmedia.com.au | Jason Smith
As relentless wildfires engulf Los Angeles, displacing thousands and leaving devastation, Airbnb.org has stepped forward with a groundbreaking commitment. The nonprofit arm of Airbnb announced its pledge to provide free emergency housing for an additional 25,000 individuals, encompassing evacuees, survivors, firefighters, and first responders. This expansion follows a successful collaboration with 211 LA, a leading nonprofit connecting residents to vital resources.
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Dec 9, 2024 | 
eglobaltravelmedia.com.au | Jason Smith
The National Travel and Tourism Office (NTTO) has unveiled its 2024 Q2 Survey of International Air Travelers (SIAT), providing an in-depth look at travel patterns, preferences, and key statistics for both inbound and outbound air travellers in the United States. With robust year-over-year growth, the findings reveal a dynamic resurgence in global travel, underlining the United States’ enduring appeal as a premier destination and the increasing wanderlust of American travellers.
