Fairfield, Iowa: A charming destination highlighted in new travel book by Sara Broers

The Visit Fairfield Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) is excited to announce the release of a new travel book featuring Fairfield as one of its prominent destinations. Written by Sara Broers, co-founder of the Midwest Travel Network and author of the acclaimed “Perfect Day Iowa,” the book highlights the allure of Fairfield’s hidden gems and … Read more

Japan Soon to Introduce Electronic Travel Authorization Requirement for Visa-Exempt Travellers

To prevent terrorism and illegal work, the Japanese government has decided to pre-screen some foreign travelers, with the project being similar to the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) introduced in the United States. Travelers exempt from short-term visa requirements must submit an electronic application before entering the country, which must include their name, date … Read more

ABTA launches travel manifesto ahead of election

ABTA has set out the travel industry’s policy priorities for the next Government ahead of the General Election. The association has launched a Travel and Tourism Manifesto, which urges the new Government to work in partnership with the industry to build the foundations for a sustainable future. The manifesto sets out three themes: Positioning the … Read more

Million-dollar jobs, travel perks and racy parties vanish as China’s research pullback sends chills through banks and brokers

The cutbacks, described by people familiar with the matter, come as a prolonged market slump cuts trading commissions and authorities tighten limits around what research analysts are allowed to publish. It’s a sharp turnaround from a few years ago, when securities firms aggressively hired and offered compensation of 10 million yuan (US$1.4 million) or more … Read more

Relocation Travel Makes Its Mark, As Incentives Lure Millennials

Move on vacations and business trips: Make room for relocation trips. An analysis by Yardi Kube, a California-based company that provides software solutions for the real estate industry, shows that Florida and Texas are the top travel destinations for remote workers looking to relocate. More millennials than other age groups are commuting, the analysis shows, … Read more

Commission offers 35,500 DiscoverEU free travel passes to young people

Starting this summer, thousands of young people will travel back to Europe by train for free thanks to the latest call of the DiscoverEU programme. Today at 12:00 CET during the European Youth Week buzzing with activity, the Commission launched the latest round of DiscoverEU applications. It will end on Tuesday, April 30 at 12:00 … Read more