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Department of Transportation Proposes New Rules on Flight Credits and Refunds

Business Traveler USA

In a move signaling how the change may affect the airline industry, the US Department of Transportation has issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that would cover airline ticket refunds. 22, to hear comment on the proposed rulemaking. If adopted, the new DoT rules may push other carriers to fall in line.

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Evolving NACE’s National Governance

National Association For Catering ane Events

In conducting this work, the task force examined governance best practices, effective approaches used by other associations, and the personal experiences of the task force members. This update from us is meant to provide you with an understanding of the governance plan the National Board is putting into place and next steps.

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MPI NCC ACE: Less Trade Show; More Idea Exchanges

Smart Meetings

In practice that meant a robust lineup of think tanks and panel discussions on trends and deep dives into digital marketing by way of Adore founder and Creative Director Lisa Larson; environmental, social and governance priorities from Hilton Director of Sales Ava Setzer; and AI adaptations from Endless Events Chief Event Einstein Will Curran.

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This Week in Travel: Relaxed Mask Mandates, Alaska Airlines Debuts Subscription-Based Flight Pass

Smart Meetings

The group reports that the jump occurred as governments announce more relaxation of Covid restrictions: 18 markets (comprising about 20% of 2019 demand) are open to vaccinated travelers without quarantine or pre-departure testing requirements.

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Transportation of the Future: What You Need to Know about Hyperloop

Smart Meetings

HyperloopTT Proposed Station Design. 17 shined favorably on the proposed route and the economics behind it. The multistate proposal, known as Great Lakes Hyperloop, is in the midst of a feasibility study of its own due to conclude in 2019. Over the past year, Musk received approval to begin digging between Washington, D.C.,

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Smart Moves at Seattle Convention Center, Atlantis Resorts and More

Smart Meetings

billion Mercedes-Benz Stadium, led to her overseeing the development and implementation of three phases of strategic planning that reshaped culture, internal governance and future growth. Later, guiding public affairs during the development of the $1.7

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Disney’s Covid-Era Crowd Management Offers Lessons for Planners

Smart Meetings

Disney California Adventure is developing a new Avengers-themed campus, and the company recently announced a proposed major expansion, DisneylandForward, that could add new retail, restaurants and other amenities in future years. Reliable technology is key to hosting a successful meeting, whether it’s virtual, hybrid or in-person.

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