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For Q2 2025, the top five cities for highest average total daily costs in business travel are London 🇬🇧, Paris 🇫🇷, Zurich🇨🇭, Geneva🇨🇭, and Milan 🇮🇹. Take a deep dive into hotel costs, car rental costs, and more in BTN's free Corporate Travel Index tool: https://ow.ly/vSiB50WwUeP #BTN #CorporateTravel #CorporateTravel2025

New Zealand's regions are set to be the focus of an upcoming campaign by the national carrier, celebrating through regional events. The new initiative aims to support and promote domestic travel right across the motu, as well as support the collective effort to keep building New Zealand’s event calendar, particularly during shoulder and off-peak seasons. Air New Zealand’s Chief Sustainability and Corporate Affairs Officer, Kiri Hannifin, said the airline is proud to play a part in backing regional creativity and ambition. “Our goal is simple. We want to back brilliant local events that deserve the spotlight. These events not only celebrate the spirit of their regions, but they also give people another reason to visit, explore, and stay a little longer." 🔗 Read more online! https://lnkd.in/gSeyXW7B #airnz #regionalnewzealand #regionaltourism #hotelmagazine #hotelnz #nzhotel #hotelindustrynz #nzhotelindustry #tourismnz #tourismindustrynz #boutiquehotels #travel #travelnz #nztravel #hoteliers #hoteldesign

Curious how travel suppliers and buyers were feeling in the audience at GBTA 2025 in Denver a few weeks ago? 👉 47% said neutral, 26% positive, and 27% negative about the business travel outlook for the rest of the year. During our session, leaders from BNSF Railway, Sonesta International Hotels and Aimbridge Hospitality shared how they’re navigating rising costs, shifting travel patterns, and what’s next for workforce and business travel. Catch the full recap here: https://lnkd.in/exZ3EzZQ #GBTA2025 #CorpayLodging #BusinessTravel #TravelTrends #HotelPartners #WorkforceTravel #TravelOutlook

Auckland Airport has just released plans for a sweeping check-in upgrade that lays the digital foundations for a technology-led travel future and brings domestic jet and international travellers together under one roof for the first time since the 1970s. Over the next four years, the existing check-in hall will be transformed, turning it into a 13,000m2 digital, user-focused departures area designed for the modern traveller. An improved layout and flow will remove traditional queuing and create an intuitive, inviting start to the journey. Auckland Airport

A new luxury sleeper bus service by Swiss company Twiliner will connect Luxembourg with major European cities starting in November 2025. 🚌 The service features lie-flat beds and premium amenities, offering a high-end, eco-friendly alternative to flying for luxury and sustainability-conscious travelers. 🛏️ This initiative enhances Luxembourg's role as a central European hub and provides a convenient, comfortable, and green travel option for its residents. 🇱🇺 Read More : https://lnkd.in/gYNmWgG3 #luxembourg #sleeperbus #travel #ecofriendly #europe #sustainabletravel #luxurytravel #bus #twilin⃣ #luxembourg #sleeperbus #travel #ecofriendly #europe

𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐥 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐚 𝐥𝐮𝐱𝐮𝐫𝐲, 𝐢𝐭’𝐬 𝐚 𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲. ATMC members recently contributed to a global research partnership with the Business Travel Association (UK) and GEBTA (Spain), examining fragmentation in corporate travel. Key insights from the UK market include: • 62% of business trips are domestic • 72% of travellers already use TMCs • 51% want integrated, multi-modal booking systems • Rail is seen as better than car for environmental impact (73%) and productivity (69%) While the findings are UK-based, the themes reflect challenges across the Australian market, fragmented content, limited rail options and disconnected booking systems continue to hinder efficiency and sustainability. As business travel evolves, ATMC remains committed to representing members in discussions that shape future infrastructure and industry frameworks, nationally and globally. This month’s Member Event: 𝐀𝐬 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭, ATMC members are invited to an exclusive educational experience at 𝐖𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐒𝐲𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐲 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐢𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭, hosted by Amadeus and ATMC on 𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝟐𝟐 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭. Spaces are limited. To express interest, email olivertamsatmc@gmail.com. Penny Spencer  Alan Wolf  Oliver Tams  Danielle Russom  Kay Shrimpton ✈️ David Goldman  Glenn Wilcox Sarah Szubanski Kellie Stanbury Andre Moten #CorporateTravel #BusinessTravel #TravelManagement #EssentialTravel #SustainableTravel

Driving Excellence in Global Corporate Travel — GBTA 2025 Insights What does world-class ground travel look like for today’s enterprises? Our CEO, Shariff McMichael, sat down at GBTA 2025 to discuss how Dav El | BostonCoach delivers consistent global standards, elevated traveler care, and seamless program support. In this conversation: • How to uphold duty of care without compromising comfort • The role of partnerships in scaling worldwide service • Innovations that simplify travel management and enhance the VIP experience Read the Q&A: https://lnkd.in/eFzJa2_4 #DrivenByExcellence #davelbostoncoach #corporatetravel #gbta2025 #ChauffeuredService #travelmanagement GBTA | Global Business Travel Association Shariff McMichael

July 2025 was a record month for Sønderborg Airport, with 4,386 travelers starting their holiday or business trip here – that’s a 26% increase compared to last year. So far this year, 34,971 passengers have chosen Sønderborg, marking a 15% growth overall. This success is driven by a wider selection of charter flights and very popular seasonal route to Rønne amongst others. With charter season running until November, travelers can still look forward to destinations like Munich, Vienna, and Madeira. “We are very pleased with the support for our charter destinations,” says Jákup Sverri Kass, Director of Sønderborg Airport. Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/dCnu_y-v

When it comes to business travel, traveller safety should be a non-negotiable. Here’s how FCM Travel Belgium managed a global disruption with: 📌 Crisis communication 📌 Worldwide traveller support 📌 Tech that keeps up Read more here: https://okt.to/StU1VK #DutyOfCare #TravelRiskManagement #BusinessTravel Franca Argento Petra Hubin Nils Clijmans Arjan B. van der Leeden Genevieve Asselberghs

Logistics… The Backbone of Tourism and Economic Momentum 🌍 Behind every successful travel experience lies an integrated logistics system that streamlines visitor journeys and directly boosts the national economy: 🔹 Reliable and seamless transport: modern airports, ports, and local transit services connect travelers effortlessly. 🔹 Continuous supply chain: hotels, restaurants, and events get their supplies just in time and in top quality. 🔹 Event logistics: equipment shipping, lighting, and tight coordination ensure smooth events. 🔹 Smart digital management: tracking systems for shipments and bookings, leveraging data for constant improvement. 🔹 Economic impact: strong logistics enhance visitor satisfaction, drive repeat visits, and bolster destination reputation. Ultimately, investing in logistics infrastructure is not a luxury — it’s a direct investment in the future of tourism and the national economy. #Logistics #Tourism #SupplyChain #Transportation #TravelExperience #Oman