Image PRESS RELEASE U.S. Travel Association: America’s Travel Economy Has Lost $1 Billion—and Counting
Image PRESS RELEASE U.S. Travel Association Names Erik Hansen as Senior Vice President, Head of Government Relations
PRESS RELEASE February 27, 2025 U.S. Travel Praises Secretary Duffy on Air Traffic Controller Hiring Initiative Image "Secretary Duffy's leadership and decisive action to improve the hiring and training of air traffic controllers will address a long-standing need. These actions will accelerate the creation of the world-class aviation experience that travelers expect, demand and deserve."
PRESS RELEASE February 26, 2025 U.S. Travel Joins Rep. Timothy Kennedy for “Travel Works” Power Hour in Buffalo, New York Image On Friday, February 21, the U.S. Travel Association hosted a "Travel Works for America" Power Hour event in Buffalo, New York. The gathering brought together Congressman Timothy Kennedy (NY-26), Patrick J. Kaler, President & CEO of Visit Buffalo Niagara, John Percy, President & CEO of Destination Niagara USA and other regional leaders to discuss the crucial role travel plays in the local economy and workforce.
PRESS RELEASE February 26, 2025 U.S. Travel Joins Rep. Strong for "Travel Works" Power Hour in Huntsville, Alabama Image The U.S. Travel Association joined Congressman Dale Strong, Huntsville Madison County Convention & Visitors Bureau and local leaders for a “Travel Works for America” Power Hour at the Economic Development Office in Huntsville, Alabama on Thursday, February 20. The discussion focused on travel’s essential contributions to the region’s businesses, workforce and economy.
PRESS RELEASE February 25, 2025 MGM Resorts International’s Bill Hornbuckle Selected National Chair of the U.S. Travel Association Image The U.S. Travel Association announced on Tuesday that William (Bill) J. Hornbuckle, Chief Executive Officer and President of MGM Resorts International, was selected National Chair of the association’s board of directors. His appointment to a two-year term was formalized with a membership vote.
PRESS RELEASE February 19, 2025 New Report Details Necessary Travel Reforms Before FIFA World Cup, Olympics, Mega-Decade of Events Image America is on the brink of a historic travel surge — but without immediate action, our outdated air travel system will strain under the pressure according to a new report released by the Commission on Seamless and Secure Travel. The report identifies urgent steps needed to ensure President Trump delivers a “golden age of travel” ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the 2025 Ryder Cup, and America’s 250th anniversary.
PRESS RELEASE February 18, 2025 U.S. Travel Welcomes Confirmation of Howard Lutnick as Secretary of Commerce Image “Howard Lutnick will bring strong leadership to the Department of Commerce as we look ahead to a decade with significant economic opportunity — from the 2025 Ryder Cup to America 250, the 2026 World Cup and the 2028 Olympic Games. With the right policies in place, this mega-decade of events can attract millions of new travelers and generate nearly $100 billion in economic activity for our country."
