Unity House Inc., a nonprofit organization that serves union workers, bid $8.5 million for the Lotus Diamond Head Waikiki hotel on Aug. 18 at a Honolulu foreclosure auction.
Virgin America has increased its fee for each checked bag from $15 to $20, a move that matches several U.S. carriers.
The new policy is in effect for bookings made on or after Aug. 21 for travel starting on or after Sept. 10. Premium-class travelers and customers who buy Main Cabin Select (coach with more legroom) or refundable fares are exempt from paying fees for checked bags.
TUI Travel PLC plans to add capacity as needed, as it confronts a late-booking trend the company estimates will continue into 2010.
Discounts abound in this poor economy, and consumers are flocking to Priceline.com to buy travel.
Air Canada withdrew in great measure from the agency channel several years ago, but has taken steps during dire economic times to turn the page a bit.
Orient-Express Hotels Ltd., owners or part-owners and managers of 50 luxury hotels, restaurants, tourist trains and river cruise properties operating in 25 countries, announced its results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2009.