EU Confirms ETIAS Continued Delays

	October 24, 2023

EU Confirms Another ETIAS Delay to Spring 2025

By Rob Gill

The European Union has confirmed the delay of the European Travel Information and Authorisation System for non-EU visitors to Spring 2025. Continued delays are cascading from the related Entry-Exit System, which needs to be operational before ETIAS can be implemented. Keep Reading

STR: Sept. Hotel Rates Rise, Occupancy Slips YOY

U.S. hotels' average revenue and daily rates rose in September year over year, but occupancy fell, according to STR; however, all metrics increased month over month. New York City had the highest occupancy at 87.6 percent, while New Orleans and Houston had the lowest. Keep Reading

Etihad, SAS Agree to Codeshare

From late December, Etihad Airways and SAS will start a codeshare agreement, allowing reciprocal miles earning for their loyalty programs across all flights. Keep Reading

Emirates, Batik Air Agree to Codeshare

Emirates and Batik Air have announced a codeshare partnership starting from November 1, allowing Emirates to code on Batik Air flights to multiple destinations via Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Keep Reading

Air Canada Reveals Upgraded A321 Interiors

Air Canada has unveiled its first upgraded Airbus A321 featuring larger bins, new seats, enhanced entertainment and Wi-Fi systems, with the rest of the A321 and A320 fleet to follow suit through 2025. Keep Reading