Travel

In an extreme scenario, which includes the unlikely dissolution of the European Union, the travel industry could take an $88 billion hit, according to the Global Business Travel Association.

For today’s road warriors, staying connected on the road is a do-or-die situation. Fear not: Online MBA put together a handy tip sheet for business travelers with data compiled from sources like PC World, The New York Times and Executive Travel - here’s a rundown of the best places to recharge, get the most bang for your Wi-Fi buck, and choose the smartest gadgets to keep you in the game.

Traveling can be stressful, but airports are stepping up amenities to make long journeys more manageable and enjoyable. Some airports now offer spectacular amenities that might make you wish you had more time between flights. Here are a few airports with particularly notable amenities:

The new passenger screening program intended to speed up check-in times at airports has been expanded to 28 more major U.S. airports.

Wyndham Worldwide reported a fourth-quarter profit that topped estimates and lifted its fiscal earnings view.

Forgetting to update travel policies can leave companies with older, costlier rates and threaten the safety of employees when traveling on the job, according to AmEx’s global business travel group.

Two long-standing European airlines, Spanair and Malev, suddenly ceased operations last week, leaving thousands of travelers in the lurch. Although it’s a situation you never want to be in - especially in a foreign country - here are some tips to get you back in the air quickly if your airline goes bust.

U.S. Airways reported record load factor in January as an increase in demand outpaced growth in capacity.

Royal Caribbean reported a stronger fourth-quarter profit that topped expectations, but warned the Costa Concordia wreck could weigh on earnings in 2012.

American Airlines’ bankrupt parent AMR will cut more than $2 billion in annual costs, with more than half coming from at least 13,000 job cuts. 

Passenger air demand increased in 2011, but an industry group warns 2012 could be tougher. 

Tablets are quickly becoming the mobile device of choice among travelers, especially those that fly. For staying sane in overcrowded terminals and cramped airplane seats, the ability to turn on and tune out is the best reason to travel with a tablet, but these others may appeal to your practical side.

Carnival said it will suffer a $155 million to $175 million hit against fiscal 2012 net income as a result of the Costa Concordia disaster.

Carnival's absence in the aftermath of its Concordia wreck has many criticizing its ability to handle deadly crises. 

European Union anti-trust regulators are investigating whether pricing and capacity pacts between Air France, Alitalia and Delta on routes between North America and Europe are bad for passengers.

Costa Cruises has offered to pay 11,000 euros, or $14,500, in compensation to each of the more than 3,000 passengers aboard the ship that capsized two weeks ago, according to Italian consumer groups.

Holiday Inn and Crowne Plaza operator Intercontinental Hotels Group appointed industry veteran Bob Morse to chief operating officer for the Americas on Wednesday.

Delta Air Lines posted a higher quarterly profit as fare increases helped offset a 20% rise fuel prices.

Boeing revealed a stronger-than-expected 20% increase in fourth-quarter profits and announced its biggest-ever European deal, however its shares slipped on a weaker fiscal guidance.

AMR's CEO said the company will reduce its management and support staff to "redesign American's management structure."

Frommer’s recently published a list of the world’s worst airport terminals, likening them to “joyless econoboxes” and “purgatorial warehouses of stalled lives”. Listed in order from least worst to most worst, see if you agree with Frommer’s ratings and add the terminals you love to hate in the comments section.

Jet Blue and Hawaiian Air have partnered to allow passengers to fly on both carriers’ flights on a single ticket. 

Flight delays are not only annoying, but they can also derail your travel plans. Here are the routes with the most delays.

U.S. travel associations applauded President Barack Obama on Thursday for expanding programs that makes it easier for international frequent fliers to travel to the U.S., a plan they hope will help boost business spending in the nation. 

President Barack Obama revealed measures aimed at boosting tourism and creating jobs on Thursday.

Southwest Airlines widened its profit in the fourth quarter on stronger passenger revenues, however earnings still fell in fiscal 2011. 

Shares in Carnival PLC (CCL.LN), the operator of the Costa Concordia cruise ship which ran aground off the coast of Italy Friday, have plunged as investors worry costs for the company could far exceed its initial estimate of up to $95 million in lost earnings.

Delta Air Lines and private-equity firm TPG Capital are reportedly both exploring separate bids to acquire bankrupt American Airlines parent AMR Corp.

U.S. airlines are ringing in the new year with higher ticket prices, according to one airfare tracker.

U.S. airlines are kicking off the new year by upping their prices, according to one airfare tracker.

Virgin Galactic has managed to sell more than 470 tickets to space – each with a $20,000 minimum deposit – without setting any sort of launch date.

Business travel growth is expected to grow at a faster pace than the U.S. gross domestic product in 2012, according to the latest quarterly outlook by the Global Business Travel Association, sponsored by Visa.

Choice Hotels International, Hilton Worldwide, Hyatt Hotels, InterContinental Hotels, Marriott International and Wyndham Hotel have teamed up to create a first-of-its-kind hotel search engine.

AMR, the bankrupt parent of American Airlines, said it would cut two routes, a move that will eliminate 150 jobs.

With 2011’s turbulent year for air travel behind us, let’s look ahead to see what’s in store for business travelers in 2012. From the bird’s eye view, it looks to be a mixed bag of new conveniences and perennial pain points.

Freakishly warm weather this winter compared with a snow covered December in 2010 has Vail Resorts warning that its financial targets will be tougher to hit.

UnitedContinental and U.S. Airways have joined Delta in adopting a $3 surcharge for one-way flights to Europe.

Airbus delivered more than 530 planes last year, topping its forecast of 520-530, helped by strong demand from emerging markets.

Delta Air Lines said it has added a $3 surcharge each way on fares purchased for flights between the U.S. and Europe, a move that would help offset the cost of the EU's new Emissions Trading Scheme.

A little bit of strategic packing can go a long way in cutting down on frustrations in airport security lines. 

Travel was a hot topic this year, from the U.S. government allowing Americans to visit Cuba again to Groupon revolutionizing the way vacations are sold. Here are 2011’s most memorable stories.

As soldiers in Iraq hopped on flights back to the  U.S., eager hotel executives were flying in the opposite direction, scouring the desert terrain to stake out the best spot to plop their next big resort.

The airline was cleared to buy 32 Boeing planes that it had been scheduled to receive through the end of next year.