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IATA Explained: The Role of International Air Transport Association in the Aviation Industry

AltexSoft Travel

In 2016, the McLaughlin-Sherouse List was published, which ranked all industries in the US according to RegData’s Industry Regulation Index showing the most regulated ones. So, let’s talk about IATA – one of the main regulators of the aviation industry. Source: Fine Art America. What is IATA? IATA’s mission and main purposes.

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Timatic by IATA: Travel Requirements Database, Explained

AltexSoft Travel

Currently tested by Emirates and Etihad airlines, the Travel Pass is promised to become an end-to-end solution that will validate government regulations and standardize the process. Customs Regulations concerning the import and export of goods and small pets. Currency Regulations. News on regulation changes.

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No Excuses: Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle While Traveling for Business or Pleasure

Traveler's Q

In this article, we will share practical tips and advice for how to stay healthy while traveling, so you can make the most out of your experiences without sacrificing your well-being. Whether you are planning a vacation with a travel agent or taking a solo adventure, these tips will help you prioritize your health.

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Travel Agency Accreditation, Explained: IATA, IATAN, ARC, CLIA, and TRUE

AltexSoft Travel

IATA accreditation for air travel: IATA vs IATAN vs TIDS International Air Transport Association or IATA is a global trade association of airlines that develops standards and practices for the aviation industry. IATA accreditation exists to verify travel agencies and control the revenue flow, and it’s accepted worldwide. How to apply?

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IHG’s Kenneth Macpherson Offers a Positive Outlook

Business Traveler USA

BT: When do you think business travel will return, and is there anything a hotel company can do to encourage it? I think the primary driver at the moment [that is restricting travel] is all the regulations put in place with the great intention of governments’ care for public health. MACPHERSON: Firstly, I am optimistic.

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Airline Reporting Corporation: ARC Accreditation Options and Steps to Get It

AltexSoft Travel

So, ARC or Airline Reporting Corporation is a company that regulates and handles transactions between airlines and US-based travel agencies. ARC uses modern technologies to gather travel data and offers a number of solutions to support travel agencies’ business intelligence , analytics, and reporting processes.

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Experiential Travel Explained: Players, Distribution Landscape, and Opportunities

AltexSoft Travel

Now that we’re done with the basics, let’s talk about how businesses can actually help adventure-seeking travelers plan and organize the vacation of their dreams. Experiential travel ecosystem: business models, distribution, technologies, and representatives. Technologies. Technologies. Technologies.

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