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    Ambitions Travel Recruitment & Training grows presence in UK travel sector

    Ambitions Travel Recruitment & Training, a go-getting new travel industry recruitment and training agency, has bolstered its position within the UK travel sector, tapping into an expansive network to deliver quality candidates to businesses across the industry.
    A series of award wins, new hires, free eLearning courses and industry partnerships have accelerated growth at a time when many travel businesses struggle to recruit in the face of continued talent shortages. 
    Founded by specialist Fi Morrison-Arnthal, Ambitions Travel Recruitment & Training (ATR) works to swiftly connect businesses with top-tier candidates, leveraging industry knowledge, contacts and a proven track record for efficient, successful hires.
    Morrison-Arnthal has more than three decades of experience in the industry, including as a director at Progressive Travel Recruitment, a leading global recruiter. 
    The launch and swift expansion of ATR comes at a time of ongoing candidate shortages within the industry.
    Morrison-Arnthal, managing director of ATR, said: “Against an improving economic backdrop, the travel industry’s recovery continues to accelerate.
    “However, candidate shortages mean that many businesses find their progress throttled by the inability to source hard to find talent. This has resulted in a strong demand for our services since launching. 
    “The old ways of doing business are no longer working – today employees are seeking attractive salaries that are in line with inflation and flexibility in their roles, while ongoing training and career development opportunities and a sense of mission are more important than ever before.
    “At Ambitions Travel Recruitment we work tirelessly to connect employers from across the industry to the people they need to make their businesses thrive in this new world of work, and to match candidates with roles that will give them long-term fulfilment.”

    Originally launching in 2022, ATR has welcomed two new additional industry experts in recent months, to support the agency’s rapid expansion.
    The business welcomes talent acquisition operations specialist, Genna Davis.
    Her diverse career spans travel consulting, national travel account management, travel recruitment, and training in the hospitality industry.
    Brand operations manager Claire Castro brings years of experience leading international, remote travel recruitment operations support teams.
    Joining ATR, she provides online advice and value to their global audience, candidates and customers.
    ATR Industry Support
    As part of a wider ambition to develop new industry talent and support growth in the travel industry, ATR has launched a series of 12 free essential soft skills courses via their sister website.
    While product and destination knowledge are undeniably crucial, it’s incomplete without the essential soft skills needed to have a career within the travel industry.
    Their free courses are created by industry experts, featuring interactive modules, flexible learning options, engaging content, and worldwide accessibility.
    The free courses are designed to enhance expertise, boost customer satisfaction, and open doors to new career opportunities within the industry. 
    In addition, ATR offers a wide range of free guides for their candidates and clients, downloadable from the website.
    Covering topics such as creating a personal brand, interview preparation, new hire on-boarding, and developing a stand-out CV, the informative guides are available to everyone that might want guidance or support job hunting or talent acquisition a success. 
    ATR is also proud to be a partner of Back in time for Bed (BITFB), the flexible working movement for parents, created by Vicky Billing, head of partnerships at Riviera Travel, and head of supplier relations at Panache Cruises, Anna Perrott.
    A co-branded guide is already available via their ATR website, offering valuable insights to make parental leave a success, and support for businesses and candidates as they navigate the parameters of flexible working.
    With a positive impact on the long-term career satisfaction, loyalty and wellbeing of staff, businesses can gain competitive advantages.
    This guide will help all parties to achieve a more flexible approach and demonstrates why a more human touch to resourcing is so important in attracting the best talent, reducing turnover, to increase productivity and profitability. 
    Morrison-Arnthal added: “It is an honour to work with our partners at BITFB.
    “This inspirational organisation is doing important work to promote better working practices, and we are delighted to offer our support and expertise to help parents everywhere, as well as the businesses that recruit and employ them.
    “The travel sector is a career, not just a job, and we aim to create conditions where our candidates can thrive for the long term.”
    More Information
    Ambitions Travel Recruitment was recently awarded ‘Lone Wolf Business of the Year’ at the Small Business Awards 2023, celebrating the independent strength and prowess of the newly launched agency.
    The consultancy was nominated for ‘Best Start Up Agency’ at Global Recruiter Awards 2023, recognising the hard work, determination and inspiration required to create a thriving new business in a highly competitive industry. 
    Take a look at the Breaking Travel News interview with Ambitions founder, Fi Morrison-Arnthal, here.
    For more information, please visit the official website.

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    Eve Air Mobility Partners with Kookiejar to Deploy Urban Air Traffic Management System in Dubai

    Eve Air Mobility (“Eve”)  and Kookiejar, a Swedish-based vertiport developer, have signed a letter of intent (LOI) for Eve’s Urban ATM (Air Traffic Management) system to support vertiport operations in Dubai.  The agreement marks Eve’s first Urban ATM agreement in Dubai and Kookiejar becomes the company’s 10th Urban ATM customer and fifth vertiport customer as the company continues to grow its global customer base.
    The agreement comes as Kookiejar, along with its local partner Air Chateau, is preparing to showcase Dubai’s first state of the art vertiport hub facility with eight parking pads and a FATO at Al Maktoum Airport, Dubai South. Eve’s Urban ATM (Air Traffic Management) product has been adopted as part of Kookiejar and Air Chateau’s grand vision for Dubai. The vision is a phased implementation program in which networks of vertiports will be connected via Eve’s Urban ATM system to support a safe and scaled Urban Air Mobility (UAM) operations that provides a path to commercialization in 2025-2026.
    “Urban air mobility relies on infrastructure within the lower air space as well as accessible takeoff and landing spots – vertiports. Eve’s Urban ATM solution provides an integrated suite of software that will enable an efficient and predictable eVTOL ecosystem,” said Rob Weaver, Urban ATM global business development lead at Eve Air Mobility.  “In Dubai, we are looking forward to working with KookieJar as they combine expertise in both ground and air infrastructure to design a flexible, sustainable and reliable vertiport network.”
    Eve has engaged Atech, Embraer’s Air Traffic Control technology and system integrator company, to support the development of the Urban ATM software solution. Eve is leveraging Atech’s experience in developing aviation-grade products for ATM systems in Brazil.
    “By leveraging decades of experience in one of the largest Urban Air Mobility operations of 1,500+ air taxi operations per day in Sao Paulo, the helicopter capital of the world, Eve’s Urban ATM system gives us the edge to integrate our Vertiports here in UAE and enable ANSPs to increase urban airspace capacity,” said Wassaf Akhtar, chief technology officer at Kookiejar. “This will provide equitable airspace access on our network of vertiports for eVTOLs.”ADVERTISEMENTKookiejar is already working with stakeholders in Dubai to carefully think about the routes that eVTOLs will take within existing VFR corridors that helicopters use today with its partners Vertiport Hub at Air Chateau and Dubai South.  The goal is to have eVTOLs operate seamlessly with existing commercial air traffic management systems and the UTM systems. This strategic agreement will bolster Dubai’s position in the Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) industry by capitalizing on the synergies between Eve and Kookiejar.
    From before take-off to after landing, the urban air environment will count on integrated systems, services and technologies being developed by Eve to support eVTOL operations alongside UTM systems and many other airspace users. In the future, the advancement of infrastructure and regulation will rely on these network management services to enable autonomous flight.
    The company is also continuing to collaborate with regulators, customers air navigation service providers, fleet operators, vertiport developers, airports and other UAM ecosystems stakeholders globally to advance concepts and develop technology to support initial operation and scaling of UAM operations from an ATM perspective.

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    Gloria Fluxà Appointed Vice-Chair of WTTC and Chair of Sustainability Committee

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    Gloria Fluxà Appointed Vice-Chair of WTTC and Chair of Sustainability Committee

    The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) is pleased to announce Gloria Fluxà, Vice-Chairman and Chief Sustainability Officer of Iberostar Group, as its new Vice-Chair, and Chair of its Sustainability Committee.
    Fluxà takes over the role from Intrepid Group Co-founder and Chairman, Darrell Wade, who took the reins in 2020.
    Since 2018, she has held the position of Vice-Chairman and Chief Sustainability Officer at Iberostar Group, passionately championing sustainability initiatives and driving the company’s commitment to responsible tourism. As a trustee and the Chairman of the Iberostar Foundation, Gloria has shown unwavering dedication to environmental and social causes.
    In May 2018, Gloria Fluxà was named a “Young Global Leader” by the World Economic Forum for her tireless efforts to advance sustainable tourism, particularly in the area of marine and oceans preservation through the “Wave of Change” movement. This initiative focuses on reducing plastic consumption, promoting sustainable fishing practices, and enhancing coastal health.
    Gloria Fluxà said: “I am honoured to take on this role supporting our industry’s commitment to drive meaningful change. Responsible tourism isn’t just a vision; it’s a necessity for our planet and the well-being of our communities.”ADVERTISEMENTJulia Simpson, WTTC President & CEO said: “Firstly, I would like to thank Darrell for his hard work and dedication to the role over the last few years. His contribution has been invaluable.
    “Gloria’s impressive track record, her dedication to sustainability, and her vision for harmonising economic growth with environmental preservation and social impact, make her the perfect fit for her new role as Vice-Chair at WTTC and Chair of the Sustainability Committee.
    During its Global Summit, WTTC also announced Greg O’Hara, Founder and Senior Managing Director of Certares Management LLC, as its new Chair, bringing his extensive experience and leadership to the global tourism body. Under this new leadership, WTTC and its Members look forward to advancing the global Travel & Tourism sector toward a brighter and more sustainable future.

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    Val Thorens Voted ‘Best Ski Resort in the World’ for the 8th Time in 11 Years at World Ski Awards

    Val Thorens, the highest ski resort in Europe at 2,300m, has again been named ‘Best Ski Resort in the World’ at the annual World Ski Awards, the only global initiative to recognise, reward and celebrate excellence in ski tourism. 
    This is the 8th time in 11 years it has won which reflects the passion that consumers have for Val Thorens given they’re actively involved in the selection process. Verbier and Kitzbühel are the other destinations to have awarded this accolade in the past decade, too.  In addition, Val Thorens has been awarded ‘Best Ski Resort in France’ 10 times.
    Val Thorens wins so often as it has a loyal and enthusiastic clientele, guaranteed snow, state-of-the-art infrastructure and a “Live United” philosophy which makes the Savoyard resort unique.
    Every year, 216 destinations from 26 counties apply and try to win awards in various categories. More than 2.3 million people – both consumers and ski industry professionals – then vote online for their favorite resort.
    Vincent Lalanne, director of Val Thorens Tourist Office, says, “This award represents the hard work of all resort staff whom I would like to salute for their involvement, teamwork and imagination. We’re very proud to win again and I would like to thank our customers from all over the world for their unfailing support. We’re dedicated to delivering excellence and continually developing the resort to ensure a fantastic holiday experience for everyone.”ADVERTISEMENTThis season, Val Thorens will open early on November 18, 2023 due to the signifiant early snowfall.
    The resort celebrated its 50th anniversary last season. It opened the €40 million Le Board sports, wellness and business centre which is a marquee new development right in the heart of the village. Other major investments include two new state-of-the art lifts linking Val Thorens with Orelle which are now in operation in both winter and summer. Last season, a Perspex tunnel was built so that foot passengers even avoid getting their feet wet as they travel between the resorts.
    Val Thorens is part of Les 3 Vallées, the largest interconnected ski area in the world with 600 km of pistes and 162 lifts.

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    Leo Trippi Celebrates 10 Years at the Top With 10 Coolest Experiences

    Leo Trippi is thrilled to announce it has won World’s Best Ski Travel Agent at the World Ski Awards for an unprecedented tenth consecutive year. A multi-award-winning luxury travel company, Leo Trippi specialises in exceptional luxury ski holidays and tailor-made escapes. In celebration of retaining this title for the past decade, Leo Trippi is sharing its “10 Coolest Experiences”, commemorating 10 years at the top and looking ahead to the next 10.Oliver Corkhill, CEO at Leo Trippi & Co-Founder, Viadi Group comments:
    “It’s a testament to our brilliant team that we’ve retained this award for an unmatched 10th consecutive year. We firmly believe that our long-standing presence in the Alps, as well as our unparalleled destination knowledge, is what sets us apart from our competitors. As we hone our experiential offering for 2024, from a supercar driving tour through the Swiss Alps to heli-skiing safari across the Swiss, Italian and French Alps, we are excited to bring an unparalleled alpine offering to our valued clients.” 
    Launched in 2013, World Ski Awards aims to improve standards within the ski industry by rewarding the organisations that are leaders in their fields. Ski tourism continues to constitute a vital segment of the global travel and tourism marketplace with an estimated 400 million skiers visits annually to more than 2,500 resorts.
    So, here’s to the next 10 years, and Leo Trippi’s 10 coolest experiences for 2024:
    1. Ultimate Swiss Heli-Ski SafariADVERTISEMENTSki adrenaline junkies need look no further thanks to Leo Trippi’s 10 day ski itinerary for adventure seekers. This exhilarating cross-border experience will take skiers to some of the most iconic resorts in the Swiss, French and Italian Alps. Fly up to the peaks in a chopper before descending off-pistes, down glaciers and untouched mountains together with an expert team of guides. Participants can also receive lessons from ski legends such as Marc Garcia and Jean-Jacques Rey during their trip, elevating their skills on the slopes. Each heli-ski safari can be tailored to guests’ preferences and desires.
    2. Stay at the World’s Best Ski Chalet, Zermatt Peak
    Experience the majesty of the Matterhorn from the world’s most opulent chalet. Immerse yourself in architectural splendour, breath-taking views and jaw-dropping design. Chalet Zermatt Peak epitomises luxury: accessed via a private tunnel, it enjoys an iconic location set into the side of the mountain with unrivalled panoramic views across the picturesque village of Zermatt.
    3. Experience Chefs at New Heights
    Add the wow factor to your alpine escape with one of the world’s greatest Michelin-starred chefs taking you on an unparalleled gastronomic journey. Epicureans need look no further: this alpine experience goes beyond the slopes combining Michelin-starred dining with exhilarating high-altitude skiing across Switzerland, Italy and France. Chopper to the top of the mountain to enjoy the sunrise whilst one of the greats whips up an indulgent breakfast to power your run back down? Go on, then.
    4. Winter Wonderland in the Arctic Circle
    Discover an oasis of comfort in the wilderness with a winter holiday of a lifetime in the Arctic Circle. Stay at Fjellborg Arctic Lodge in Swedish Lapland for privately guided winter activities such as dog sledding, ice fishing, and snowshoeing. The highlight: a snowmobile excursion to an indigenous Sami camp where you will learn about their fascinating culture.
    Dining-wise, an epicurean adventure that celebrates locally sourced food awaits, focused on Lappish cuisine, with plenty of fresh fish, game, berries and mushrooms.
    5. Heli-ski in Antarctica this winter aboard explorer yacht, La Datcha
    For the coolest of bragging rights, explore the last frontier of heli-skiing aboard the 77 metre SeaExplorer, La Datcha. With rare availability for the 2023-2024 Antarctic season, La Datcha, with two helicopters on board, is one of the only operations able to provide efficient and safe heli-skiing across the frozen continent. Begin your journey at Puerto Natales, staying at Awasi overlooking the Torres del Paine National Park, Chile, before flying to King George Island to begin a 7-10 night once-in-a-lifetime voyage for up to 12 guests.
    6. Snowmobile across the snowy peaks of Courchevel
    Discover the mountains by moonlight with a 23 km night-time snowmobile ride on the snowy peaks of Courchevel. Stop for a private dinner in a cosy mountain hut before toasting each other with Champagne whilst watching fireworks light up the dark sky. A resort synonymous with glamour, Courchevel 1850 is home to its own airstrip, countless Michelin-starred restaurants and the best luxury chalets, making it the ultimate luxury ski experience.
    7. Private heli tour in Verbier
    Take to the skies over Verbier and enjoy a private heli tour through the whole of Val de Bagnes, right up to the source of the Otemma glacier. Stop off for an aperitif and sample locally produced wines, cheeses and charcuterie of the highest quality. An exhilarating experience for couples of families alike.
    8. The Secret Side to Gstaad
    Discover a secret side to Gstaad as our local partners take you beyond the tourist trail to discover the true ‘heart’ of Switzerland. Travel off the beaten track and discover Gstaad like a local with Leo Trippi’s tailor-made five-day itinerary. From a private carriage ride in one of the most beautiful parts of the valley to a sunset alphorn concert, this is sure to be a trip to remember.
    9. Action-packed Patagonia
    Head across the pond to Patagonia for the ultimate adrenaline-filled adventure. Set within 13 acres,  Rio Palena Lodge is a spacious, secluded retreat guarded by the awe-inspiring Andes mountain range. Stay between October and December for incredible guided heli-skiing expeditions in the dramatic Los Lagos region of Chile. The terrain includes an assortment of open bowls, steep couloirs and gentler glacier runs, with a typical day consisting of six to ten runs. When not taking to the slopes, try your hand at fly fishing, white-water rafting, hiking or mountain biking.
    10. A supercar driving tour across the Swiss Alps
    Petrol heads and pleasure seekers unite in the summertime joy of the Swiss Alps with a tailor-made supercar driving tour across Switzerland. Behind the wheel of your dream car, you’ll journey from the shores of Lake Lucerne to the magnificent Jungfrau Region and the spectacular Valais, taking in incredible sights and experiences along the way.
    For further information or to book please visit www.leotrippi.com or call +44 1285 366 030

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    Croatia forecasts a 10% growth in tourism for this low season

    Mabrian, a leading travel intelligence company, has analyzed in a new study the low season opportunities for Croatia and the Mediterranean. The analysis was presented at the 7th edition of the Tourism 365 Conference that has taken place in Toplice, Croatia, this month. 
    This forum brought together both public entities in the tourism sector and major private companies to discuss opportunities for maintaining sustainable tourism activity throughout the south-eastern Mediterranean region all year round. The conference also featured prominent international speakers, including Carlos Cendra, Chief Marketing and Communications Officer at Mabrian, who presented forecasts and analyses of tourism strengths and opportunities for Croatia and other Mediterranean countries.
    The main conclusions of the study are:
    ·      A Seasonal Context with Room for Improvement. Croatia still has room for improvement during the considered low season months. When compared to the context and its closest competitors, the data indicates that the Southeast Mediterranean region is 9 percentage points more dependent on the high season than the average in the nearby Mediterranean, while Croatia is 16% more. ·      Promising Prospects for the Low Season. One of the main takeaways from Mabrian’s analysis is the promising outlook for Croatia in the coming months. It forecasts a 10% increase in tourism from September to March 24, compared to last year. In terms of growth, Croatia is expected to outperform Italy and Turkey during these months, although it has not yet reached the levels seen in Greece.
    ·      Croatia Well Positioned for Travellers’ Motivations. According to the latest global travellers’ motivations study conducted by Mabrian, there is a consistent growth in experiential motivations for travel, substituting more conventional motivations. Analysis of travellers sentiment and preferences, based on over 400 million interactions on social media, reveals that interests in Active, Natural, Wellness, and Gastronomy experiences are gaining importance over Sunbathing, Family Travel, Shopping, and Nightlife. This positions Croatia with a great opportunity to solidify its leadership in Nature and Active tourism products during the low season, compared to Mediterranean competitors. Additionally, there is an interesting opportunity to further develop Gastronomy and Culture-related activities, which were among the main travellers interests from October to March during the Autumn-Winter 2022-2023 season. ADVERTISEMENTIvana Kolar, CEO at Julius Rose Consulting and Director of the Tourism 365 Conference, commented, “It is great to have confirmation that the Southeast Mediterranean region and Croatia are moving forward to achieve a more balanced tourism activity throughout the year. This has been the objective of this conference since its inception 7 years ago – bringing together governments and companies to align on vision and strategy”.
    Carlos Cendra, Chief Marketing and Communications Officer at Mabrian added, “There are no doubts about the development possibilities of the region and Croatia for the non-summer season. The data shows excellent security perception and a well-balanced tourism offering to generate sustainable activity throughout the year, thereby boosting local economies”.
    Mabrian Technologies is an international data intelligence company specializing in travel and tourism. It provides updated information and trends to destinations and companies. Powered by proprietary technology based on Big Data and AI, and supported by a tourism advisory team, Mabrian aggregates data from over 30 global sources to advise destinations in more than 40 countries. The company has now begun working in the Southeast Mediterranean region, thanks to its partnership with New Deal Europe.

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    Royal Jordanian Grows its Long-Haul Fleet With Order for Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners

    Boeing and Royal Jordanian announced today an order for four 787-9 Dreamliner jets as the airline expands and modernizes its widebody fleet. Jordan’s flag carrier also reconfirmed at the Dubai Airshow a previous order for two 787-9s, bringing its total 787-9 backlog to six.“Our decision to add the 787-9 Dreamliners to our fleet is a testament to our dedication to providing an unparalleled travel experience,” said Samer Majali, vice chairman and CEO of Royal Jordanian. “This move aligns seamlessly with our broader strategy of fleet modernization, emphasizing fuel efficiency, sustainability and passenger comfort. As we embark on this journey, we are confident that the Dreamliner’s cutting-edge technology will play a pivotal role in elevating our operational capabilities.”
    Building on Royal Jordanian’s fleet of seven 787-8 airplanes, the addition of another member of the Dreamliner family will enable the airline to fly more passengers and cargo farther. The 787-9 can fly 296 passengers 14,010 km (7,565 nautical miles), building on routes first opened by the 787-8.
    “Royal Jordanian, having been the first in the Middle East to order the 787 over 16 years ago, continues to lead in adopting advancements in aviation,” said Majali. “The airline’s current fleet of seven 787-8 Dreamliners has proven successful in connecting Amman to major global destinations. The additional order underscores Royal Jordanian’s forward-looking approach and commitment to meeting the growing demand for long-haul travel.”
    “This order for additional 787s is a testament to Royal Jordanian’s longstanding commitment to the market-leading capabilities of the Dreamliner,” said Stan Deal, president and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes. “We are confident Royal Jordanian will profitably expand its network and operate a more sustainable fleet with these new fuel-efficient jets.”
    Boeing Global Services will also provide modification services for Royal Jordanian’s in-service 787s that will enhance in-flight connectivity for passengers and crew. As part of the agreement, Boeing will perform the engineering work, while supplying kits for the modifications.ADVERTISEMENTSince revenue service began in 2011, the 787 family has launched more than 380 new nonstop routes around the world. The 787 Dreamliner family reduces fuel use and emissions by 25% compared to the airplanes it replaces.
    Boeing’s 2023 Commercial Market Outlook (CMO) cites a growing need for widebody airplanes in the Middle East as passenger demand in the region continues to grow between major population centers. The CMO projects delivery of 3,025 new commercial airplanes in the region by 2042 ─ nearly half of which will be widebodies.

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    Airlines for America Anticipates Record Travel This Thanksgiving

    U.S. airlines are expecting nearly 30 million travelers over the 11-day Thanksgiving travel period (Nov. 17-27), which is an all-time high.
    A4A projects about 2.7 million passengers will fly per day over the holiday, which is a nine percent increase from 2022.The Sunday after Thanksgiving, Nov. 26, is predicted to be the busiest day of the holiday period, with a record-setting 3.2 million passengers.
    Airlines are Ready for Record Demand
    U.S. airlines have been working for months to prepare for the holiday travel season and are ready to welcome the record number of travelers. To prepare, airlines have been:
    Hiring aggressively to ensure we have the right people in the right places at the right time to support the unprecedented travel volumes. Today, U.S. passenger airlines have the highest employment levels in more than 20 years and are hiring at a pace 3.5 times higher than overall U.S. job growth. More information about the industry’s investments in our workforce can be found here.Adjusting schedules to reflect passenger demand and to prioritize operational performance.Investing heavily in technology including mobile apps to improve communication with travelers.Tips for TravelersADVERTISEMENTDownload your airline’s mobile app: Be sure to download your carrier’s app as soon as you purchase a ticket! U.S. airlines have made significant investments in their mobile apps so they can provide important flight updates such as boarding times, gate numbers and other necessary announcements. Also, many airline apps offer free movies, tv or texting services in flight.Allow plenty of time: Be sure to allow extra time if you are hailing a taxi or using a ride share company, as they get particularly busy around the holiday travel season. If you are driving yourself to the airport, allow ample time for heavy airport traffic and be aware that some parking garages are under construction.Pack snacks and an empty water bottle: Some airport vendors may be closed, so take a snack and an empty water bottle that you can fill after clearing security.Consider signing up for TSA PreCheck or Global Entry: If you do not have TSA PreCheck, consider enrolling ahead of your next trip for a faster and smoother experience at the security checkpoint.

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