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Aviation, tourism, agriculture... the economic sectors hit by the war

Aviation, tourism, agriculture... the economic sectors hit by the war

The war in the Middle East is impacting numerous economic sectors and not only in the region, both by direct disruptions and rising fuel prices. - Aviation - Airlines bore an immediate impact from the outbreak of hostilities as they cancelled flights to the region. While airlines based in the Middle East

Think You Know When to Book Flights? New Report Says Otherwise

Think You Know When to Book Flights? New Report Says Otherwise

Travelers seeking to save on airfare this year should consider new booking strategies. Expedia's new data finds that Friday is currently the cheapest day to fly, offering up to 10% savings compared to Sunday flights. The findings are part of Expedia’s 2026 Air Hacks report, which analyzed

United, American clash at O’Hare as growth strains capacity

(The Center Square) – The Federal Aviation Administration is expected to scale back flights at O'Hare International Airport this summer as two major carriers rapidly expand service, raising concerns about delays, congestion and market imbalance. This week, the FAA proposed flight reductions at O’Hare, capping daily operations at

Mideast war exposing Europe's reliance on Gulf flights, airlines warn

Mideast war exposing Europe's reliance on Gulf flights, airlines warn

The war in the Middle East has exposed Europe's reliance on Gulf companies for flights to Asia, Europe's airlines said on Thursday. Since breaking out on February 28, the US-Israeli war on Iran has severely disrupted air traffic above the Gulf countries, which have carved

US airlines still see strong demand as jet fuel worries loom

US airlines still see strong demand as jet fuel worries loom

US carriers will face tough challenges in the months ahead if jet fuel prices stay high, but for now consumers are still booking trips in numbers, airline CEOs said Tuesday. "The 10 biggest booking weeks of our history have been the first 10 weeks of this year," said

SAS cancels flights after fuel prices surge

SAS cancels flights after fuel prices surge

Scandinavian airline SAS said Tuesday it will cancel at least a thousand flights in April after the war in the Middle East sent fuel prices surging. "The price of jet fuel has doubled in ten days. Even if we try to absorb cost increases as much as possible, this

Tournament travel brings economic boost and logistical strain to host cities

Host cities gear up for March Madness as the tournament turns brackets into packed downtown districts. As teams advance from one host city to the next, waves of fans, alumni groups and media crews follow close behind, filling flights and accommodations near arenas. Those arrivals boost sports tourism travel while