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Send us a textWelcome to What’s Up in Business Travel for Week 2 of 2024.  This is a weekly podcast from BusinessTravel360,  where we update you on what’s up this week in the world of business travel.  This podcast is great for those who need to know what’s happening all in under 15 minutes.Topics covered during this podcast -Flights canceled across the USFAA launches investigation of Boeing 737 Max 9 Record online direct bookings drive innovationMost powerful passports in 2024Hertz to sell 20,000 EVs2023 review of American's faresGray Dawes Travel acquires VCK TravelTravelport & EasyJet expand partnershipOne Global names Travelport as partnerAmerican tweaks 2024 AAdvantage benefitsHilton names new brand - LivSmart StudiosCathay Pacific introduces free wifiConcur Travel integrates through RoutehappyIAG's new distribution deal with SabreTune in every Monday morning to get your weekly update.  We hope you will make this a regular part of your week and listen in while you on the move or sitting back and sipping your coffee.You can subscribe to this podcast by searching 'BusinessTravel360' on Google Podcast, Apple Podcast, iHeart, Pandora, Spotify, Alexa or your favorite podcast player.This podcast was created, edited and distributed by BusinessTravel360.  Be sure to sign up for regular updates at BusinessTravel360.com - Enjoy!Support the show

Send us a textLinking the Travel Industry is a business travel podcast where we review the top travel industry stories that are posted on LinkedIn by LinkedIn members.  We curate the top posts and discuss with them with travel industry veterans in a live session with real audience members.  You can join the live recording session by visiting BusinessTravel360.com and registering for the next event.Your Hosts are Riaan van Schoor, Ann Cederhall and Aash Shravah.Stories covered on this session include -Boeing endures yet another 737 Max setback with the news that all of them would need to be inspected for a potential loose bolt.Most of us were utterly gripped with the incredible story of how the crew of Japan Airlines flight JL516 managed to save all 379 pax and crew on board after a runway collision with a Japanese Coast Guard flight, which sadly lost 5 crew members in the incident. UK based Travel Counsellors makes a technology investment with the acquisition of Planisto, a platform enabling them to build highly complex travel itineraries and "presenting these intuitively to consumers." It was also interesting to hear CEO EO Steve Byrne announce they've set aside £15m for tech and AI in 2024. Ryanair made the headlines this week for their bizarre war on OTAs, first complaining about them screen scraping, then moaning about them not showing their flights.Iberia staff is on strike over the next few (critical holiday) days, resulting in the cancellation of more than 440 flights. The good news is they have found solutions for up to 91% of the affected 45,000 passenger.China is making changes to visa regulations for some in a move to encourage more tourism:- They've made an agreement with Thailand to permanently waive visas for each other from March.- They have eased requirements for US travellers, as reported by Beyond Business Travel.SpaceX deploys direct-to-smartphone satellitesYou can subscribe to this podcast by searching 'BusinessTravel360' on Google Podcast, Apple Podcast, iHeart, Pandora, Spotify, Alexa or your favorite podcast player.This podcast was created, edited and distributed by BusinessTravel360.  Be sure to sign up for regular updates at BusinessTravel360.com - Enjoy!Support the show

Send us a textWelcome to What’s Up in Business Travel for Week 1 of 2024.  This is a weekly podcast from BusinessTravel360,  where we update you on what’s up this week in the world of business travel.  This podcast is great for those who need to know what’s happening all in under 15 minutes.Topics covered during this podcast -Japan Airlines plane catches fire after collisionFAA grounds all Boeing 737 MAX 9 aircraftsUS Employers add 216,000 jobs in DecemberDelta is the most punctual airline in North AmericaBiden Administration issues guidelines for sustainable travelDOT 'scrutinizing' airline frequent-flyer programs2023 cancellation rate is lowPorter Airlines spreads its wingsPark Hyatt opens Marrakech propertyStarlux inaugurates 2nd US serviceLouis Vuitton to open first hotelAir France expands European networkTSA testing Samsung Mobile ID VerificationUK plans Passport-Free entry with facial recognition techSpaceX deploys direct-to-smartphone satellitesTune in every Monday morning to get your weekly update.  We hope you will make this a regular part of your week and listen in while you on the move or sitting back and sipping your coffee.You can subscribe to this podcast by searching 'BusinessTravel360' on Google Podcast, Apple Podcast, iHeart, Pandora, Spotify, Alexa or your favorite podcast player.This podcast was created, edited and distributed by BusinessTravel360.  Be sure to sign up for regular updates at BusinessTravel360.com - Enjoy!Support the show

Send us a textThe NoJetStress Podcast is a traveler wellbeing podcast for frequent business travelers covering health and peak performance on the road as well as to help business travelers maintain optimal health and avoid burnout no matter how much they travel.   Christopher Babayode, a Corporate Travel Wellness Expert shares his insights on Traveler Wellness.This is episode,  Christopher discusses -Insights about your chronotype and your homeostatic drive.The effects of social setting on circadian rhythms and the usefulness of routines.Options for combining melatonin & caffeine alongside Timeshifter.Stop using caffeine thinking it cures jet lag!The small dose, more often approach to caffeine use in the Timeshifter app.Look out for a Timeshifter wearable integration!The role of the circadian economy and the future of health.Health protocols according to circadian science.You can subscribe to this podcast by searching 'BusinessTravel360' on Google Podcast, Apple Podcast, iHeart, Pandora, Spotify, Alexa or your favorite podcast player.This podcast was created by Christopher Babayode and distributed by BusinessTravel360.  For more information about NoJetStress, visit us at NoJetStress.comSupport the show

Send us a textWelcome to What’s Up in Business Travel for Week 51 & 52 of 2023.  This is a weekly podcast from BusinessTravel360, where we update you on what’s up this week in the world of business travel.  This podcast is great for those who need to know what’s happening all in less than 15 minutes.Topics covered during this podcast -TSA sees huge crowds during the holidaysBoeing warns airlines about 737 MAXFAA funding extended through March 2024Annual US Car Rental Revenue exceeds $38BSpaceX sets new rocket recordDOT fines Southwest $140MAirbnb to pay a $10M fineE-Scooter company Bird files for Chapter 11Ryanair & SAP Concur launch distribution dealFinnair adopts AviosMexicana returnsTSA PreCheck adds four airlinesAlaska raises checked bag ratesKenya removes visas for entryTurkey grants visa exemptionIndiGo becomes first Indian airline to 100MTune in every Monday morning to get your weekly update.  We hope you will make this a regular part of your week and listen in while you on the move or sitting back and sipping your coffee.You can subscribe to this podcast by searching 'BusinessTravel360' on Google Podcast, Apple Podcast, iHeart, Pandora, Spotify, Alexa or your favorite podcast player.This podcast was created, edited and distributed by BusinessTravel360.  Be sure to sign up for regular updates at BusinessTravel360.com - Enjoy!Support the show

Send us a textThe NoJetStress Podcast is a traveler wellbeing podcast for frequent business travelers covering health and peak performance on the road as well as to help business travelers maintain optimal health and avoid burnout no matter how much they travel.   Christopher Babayode, a Corporate Travel Wellness Expert shares his insights on Traveler Wellness.This is episode,  Christopher discusses -Jet lag is not just about sleep. It is also about the body's circadian rhythms, as if you didn't know but its worth repeating.The light you see when you are awake is the most important factor in regulating your circadian rhythms.When you travel you can help to reduce jet lag by following a plan that includes exposure to light at appropriate times of day.TimeShifter is flexible enough to work with you to create your personalized jet lag plan.If NASA uses circadian science for its astronauts its good enough for you!Common myths about jet lag busted.TimeShifter is a great tool along with any other healthy lifestyle you live but when it comes to jet lag lead with a circadian driven approach.You can subscribe to this podcast by searching 'BusinessTravel360' on Google Podcast, Apple Podcast, iHeart, Pandora, Spotify, Alexa or your favorite podcast player.This podcast was created by Christopher Babayode and distributed by BusinessTravel360.  For more information about NoJetStress, visit us at NoJetStress.comSupport the show

Send us a textWelcome to What’s Up in Business Travel for Week 50 of 2023.  This is a weekly podcast from BusinessTravel360, where we update you on what’s up this week in the world of business travel.  This podcast is great for those who need to know what’s happening all in less than 15 minutes.Topics covered during this podcast -115M expected to travelChoice Hotels launches a hostile takeover bidUS issues $6B in high-speed Rail grantsSAF production to triple in 2024IRS hikes 2024 mileage rateUnited updates Perks PlusAmerican & Philippine Airlines launch codeshareAlaska adds Porter as Interline PartnerATPCO acquires 3VictorsMarriott & Singapore Airlines partnerNorse Atlantic launches Paris-Miami serviceAir Canada adds 5 new routesJetBlue to fly New York-TulumAccor plans 80 hotel openings in 2024Delta expands facial recognitionExpensify integrates with Booking.com for BusinessTune in every Monday morning to get your weekly update.  We hope you will make this a regular part of your week and listen in while you on the move or sitting back and sipping your coffee.You can subscribe to this podcast by searching 'BusinessTravel360' on Google Podcast, Apple Podcast, iHeart, Pandora, Spotify, Alexa or your favorite podcast player.This podcast was created, edited and distributed by BusinessTravel360.  Be sure to sign up for regular updates at BusinessTravel360.com - Enjoy!Support the show

Send us a textWelcome to The BTA Podcast.  In these podcasts we will endeavour to share our thoughts, concerns, optimism and build those all-important human connections with our Partners, Members and Guests.In this episode, we will discuss:  In their final conversation of the year Clive Wratten and Andrew Clarke to discuss the latest goings on at BTA Towers.  They discuss recent BTA events, the launch of the BTA Manifesto for 2024 and the recent sector conferences.  Clive reviews his experience on the recent Virgin Atlantic SAF flight and of course there's always time for a little talk about football.You can subscribe to this podcast by searching 'BusinessTravel360' on Google Podcast, Apple Podcast, iHeart, Pandora, Spotify, Alexa or your favorite podcast player.This podcast was created by The BTA and distributed by BusinessTravel360.  For more information about The BTA visit us at TheBTA.org.ukSupport the show

Send us a textWelcome to What’s Up in Business Travel for Week 49 of 2023.  This is a weekly podcast from BusinessTravel360, where we update you on what’s up this week in the world of business travel.  This podcast is great for those who need to know what’s happening all in less than 15 minutes.Topics covered during this podcast -Airlines expect to set passenger records in 2024UK make arrest in fake jet parts scandalHawaiian Airlines' stock price soarsUK bans ads over greenwashingLufthansa Group increases Distribution Cost ChargeBrazil launches Electronic Visa PlatformLufthansa & Lilium partnerRiyadh Air unveils pact with Turkish AirlinesAmadeus and CWT partner Etihad & TAP Air Portugal codeshareAir Canada expands Air-to-RailJetBlue starts Belize serviceHyatt expands the World of Hyatt loyalty programSIXT named 'Best Car Rental Company'TSA to test Self-Service Screening OptionChristopherson Business Travel moves to PrimeSabre & Travelport offer Lufthansa NDC contentTune in every Monday morning to get your weekly update.  We hope you will make this a regular part of your week and listen in while you on the move or sitting back and sipping your coffee.You can subscribe to this podcast by searching 'BusinessTravel360' on Google Podcast, Apple Podcast, iHeart, Pandora, Spotify, Alexa or your favorite podcast player.This podcast was created, edited and distributed by BusinessTravel360.  Be sure to sign up for regular updates at BusinessTravel360.com - Enjoy!Support the show

Send us a textWelcome to What’s Up in Business Travel for Week 48 of 2023.  This is a weekly podcast from BusinessTravel360, where we update you on what’s up this week in the world of business travel.  This podcast is great for those who need to know what’s happening all in less than 15 minutes.Topics covered during this podcast -Alaska Airlines to buy Hawaiian Airlines for $1.9BAmerican asks DOT to dismiss ASTA complaintFAA tightens aircraft certificationVirgin Atlantic operates first 100% SAF flightAlaska Airlines enables direct partner bookingsChoice buying Wyndham sharesBritish Airways cuts flight capacityTripism expands with Good Travel ManagementEtihad & Air France join forcesSpaceX acquires PioneerDOT looks to tackle visa waitsTurkish Airlines to relaunch AJetClear will upgrade to facial recognitionQantas rolls out a new TMC ExperienceAmerican plans high-speed Wi-FiLufthansa Group expands green faresTune in every Monday morning to get your weekly update.  We hope you will make this a regular part of your week and listen in while you on the move or sitting back and sipping your coffee.You can subscribe to this podcast by searching 'BusinessTravel360' on Google Podcast, Apple Podcast, iHeart, Pandora, Spotify, Alexa or your favorite podcast player.This podcast was created, edited and distributed by BusinessTravel360.  Be sure to sign up for regular updates at BusinessTravel360.com - Enjoy!Support the show