LA hotel owners push back as voters will decide if they'll be forced to house homeless
President of the Northeast Los Angeles Hotel Owners Association Ray Patel weighs in, arguing that if the initiative passes, it will impact the 'marketability of our product and the longevity of a thriving business'
Airline disruptions rise Friday creating weekend problems
Flights across the United States are being canceled and delayed again Friday. On Thursday, passengers faced one of the worst days for flying within the last month.
American Airlines cutting flights from fall schedule
American Airlines said it has taken steps to size its airline based on resources that are available, making adjustments to its September and October schedules.
Florida Vacation Rental Scams
Florida authorities are warning travelers about vacation rental scams in the sunshine state.
Gas demand similar to early days of COVID-19
Gas prices have fallen since mid-June. However, gasoline demand has dropped to levels not seen since the early days of the pandemic, revealing how consumers' habits are changing.
Transportation Department aims to 'strengthen' refund protections for air passengers
Following complaints, the Transportation Department is proposing that airlines give refunds to passengers if a flight schedule or itinerary is significantly altered.
Airbnb launches 'AirCover' to protect travelers from cancellations
Airbnb co-founder and CEO Brian Chesky discusses how airline flight cancellations have affected Q2 travel bookings on 'The Claman Countdown.'
Denver hospitality group offers four-day work week to attract Gen Z
Sage Hotel Management president and COO Daniel del Olmo joined "Fox and Friends" to discuss his company's business model to offer a four-day work week and let employees bring dogs to work.
JetBlue, Alaska offer fall flight deals to pull in consumers during slower season
JetBlue and Alaska issued flash sales to ramp up demand during the fall season. It comes after airlines struggled to meet the surge in passenger demand.
Pilot fatigue remains high concern as carriers try to recapture revenue
Pilot unions have issued several warnings that pilots are being pushed to their maximum as airlines build up flight schedules and recapture revenue lost during the pandemic.
Book Thanksgiving, Christmas air travel now, experts say
The best time to book holiday travel is in June or July. However, you can still snag a good deal by booking by late August or early September.
Australia fines air traveler nearly $2,000 for carrying undeclared McMuffins
Australian authorities slapped an arriving air traveler from Bali with a nearly $2,000 fine for carrying undeclared McMuffins in their luggage.
Airline tickets dropping from summer highs, report says
Airfare prices surged earlier this summer as consumers flooded U.S. airports. However, as we enter "shoulder season," Travel website Hopper says prices will drop 25% from peak prices in May.
Delta adds new international routes as travel demand grows
Several major U.S. carriers, including Delta Air Lines, have reported seeing steady growth in international travel during the second quarter of the year.
Travel + Leisure CEO reveals the 3 hottest travel destinations
Michael D. Brown discusses the state of leisure travel, telling 'The Claman Countdown' consumers are spending more than ever to get away.
How the Jetblue, Spirit merger will impact fliers
The chief executives of budget airlines JetBlue and Spirit say their deal will drive down fares for the big four air carriers that dominate the industry. However, one expert says the opposite.
Southwest Airlines drops expiration dates on flight credits
Southwest Airlines is trying to enhance the customer experience amid a trying time for the industry. Airlines have been canceling and delaying flights this summer as demand ramps up.
JetBlue agrees to buy Spirit in $3.8B deal
The deal between JetBlue Airways and Spirit Airlines Inc. is valued at $3.8 billion, or $33.50 per share in cash. Spirit walked away from a merger with Frontier.
Potential recession a 'worry' for Dream Hotel Group CEO as Americans could curb spending
Dream Hotel Group CEO Jay Stein noted that a potential recession is a concern, but highlighted that his hotels bounced back from the pandemic quicker than expected.
Spirit terminates merger with Frontier Airlines
The bidding war for Spirit started at the beginning of the year after Frontier Group Holdings announced a definitive merger agreement with the carrier.


















