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Delta Is Cutting Summer Flights — Here's What That Means for Travelers

https://www.travelandleisure.com/travel-news/delta-american-airlines-decreasing-summer-flights

Delta Is Cutting Summer Flights — Here's What That Means for Travelers The Delta flight cuts follow similar moves by JetBlue and Alaska Airlines.

Travel Is Back, but Airline and Hotel Workers Are Not

https://www.wsj.com/articles/air-travel-is-back-but-airlines-struggle-to-handle-the-surge-11651156075

Travel Is Back, but Airline and Hotel Workers Are Not Staffing shortages, higher fuel prices and aircraft delivery delays are threatening airlines’ summer rebound while the lodging industry also struggles to staff up to meet the recent surge in travel.

Revenge travel: How vacation vengeance became a thing

https://www.cnn.com/travel/article/revenge-travel-explainer/index.html

Revenge travel: How vacation vengeance became a thing After years of being sequestered by Covid, some people are planning to settle their score with the virus by splurging on epic getaways and coining the phrase "revenge travel." Here's what that actually means.

In the Know with Dr. Aidoo: Interview with Interim Dean Bob Baker, SRTM

As we bring another academic year to a close, we invite you to watch our Spotlight Interview with the CEHD Interim Dean Bob Baker (link below).

https://youtu.be/5Kblod3HM0U

Congratulations on all your hard work this year!!

To our graduates, we are very proud of you, and we hope that you will keep in touch; and to our returning students we hope to see some of you this Summer, and all of you in the Fall.

In the Know with Dr. Aidoo: Interview with Interim Dean Bob Baker, SRTM In the Know with Dr. Aidoo: Interview with Interim Dean Bob Baker, School of Sport, Recreation, and Tourism Management, College of Education and Human Develo...

The Wedding Planner Podcast

https://theweddingplannerpodcast.buzzsprout.com/

The Wedding Planner Podcast Join Laurie Hartwell & Krisy Thomas, award-winning Master Certified Wedding Planners and Industry Educators from The Bridal Society, where they discuss the real lives of wedding planners, dispense business tips, and share ways you can elevate ...

Qatar aims to deliver sustainable FIFA World Cup

https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatars-recycling-solutions-aim-to-deliversustainable-fifa-world-cup/

Qatar aims to deliver sustainable FIFA World Cup Qatar is delivering innovative environmental solutions to boost the sustainability goals associated with hosting this year’s FIFA World Cup.

People are getting travel ideas from social media — often with hilarious results

https://www.cnbc.com/2022/04/26/what-happens-when-people-use-tiktok-and-instagram-to-make-travel-plans.html

People are getting travel ideas from social media — often with hilarious results Disappointed travelers are creating their own social media videos to show how photoshopped travel images look different from real places.

In the Know with Dr. Aidoo: 2022 End of Year Events and Activities, SRTM

In the Know with Dr. Aidoo

It is busy in SRTM-land!

Please check out the video for an interview with Hannah White, SRTM Communications and Events Specialist, where she shares about the fun and exciting things going on currently, or that we can expect soon. If you have any questions, please contact Hannah White ([email protected]).

https://youtu.be/mWtvis_Yb6c

In the Know with Dr. Aidoo: 2022 End of Year Events and Activities, SRTM In the Know with Dr. Aidoo: 2022 End of Year Events and Activities, School of Sport, Recreation, and Tourism Management, College of Education and Human Devel...

Experts are predicting a summer of travel chaos. Here's why

https://www.cnn.com/travel/article/travel-chaos-summer-2022/index.html

Experts are predicting a summer of travel chaos. Here's why Canceled flights, long delays, sky high prices, Brexit and 'carmageddon' -- welcome to travel, 2022 style. A lack of staff and rocketing demand is creating the perfect storm for travel chaos this year, say experts.

Congratulations to TEM's 2 Career Social Scholarship winners - Katherine Ortiz and Erinn Sanders!!!!!!

In the Know with Dr. Aidoo: Fall 2022 Registration, SRTM

Get ready! It is time to register for your Fall 2022 semester classes.
Check out the video (@ the link below) for details on when you can register. Also, don't forget, the window is already open for Summer registration.

https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fyoutu.be%2FNjW3pHt61t0&data=05%7C01%7Caaidoo%40gmu.edu%7C09dcb1ec29dc44e8086008da239a5f7b%7C9e857255df574c47a0c00546460380cb%7C0%7C0%7C637861443175890753%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=MzvL1Hyws9l8DaVh%2FU1%2FJz2J6Owj1hzOwD8u4zXl7UU%3D&reserved=0

In the Know with Dr. Aidoo: Fall 2022 Registration, SRTM In the Know with Dr. Aidoo:Fall 2022 Registration, School of Sport, Recreation, and Tourism Management, College of Education and Human Development, George Ma...

96% of travelers want their vacation dollars to positively impact the place they visit, survey finds

https://www.cnbc.com/2022/03/16/96percent-want-vacation-dollars-to-further-sustainability-goals-says-survey.html

96% of travelers want their vacation dollars to positively impact the place they visit, survey finds Nearly all travelers surveyed by booking platform Kind Traveler said it's important their travel dollars have a positive effect on the destination they visit.

Some passports are better than others. Here's a list of the most powerful ones

https://www.cnbc.com/2022/03/29/which-countries-have-the-best-passports-most-are-in-europe.html

Some passports are better than others. Here's a list of the most powerful ones Luxembourg, one of the smallest countries in Europe, tops a new passport index that analyzes factors that affect global citizens.

Top 12 Event Planning Certifications You Need To Propel Your Career

https://www.bizzabo.com/blog/event-planning-certifications

Top 12 Event Planning Certifications You Need To Propel Your Career Ever wonder what CMP, CSEP, CPCE, CGMP means for event planning? Curious if event planning certifications can actually help you take your career to the next level?

Scholarships

Happy Friday!

There is one month left to apply to the Virginia Restaurant, Lodging & Travel Association Education Foundation (VRLTAEF) scholarship! Awards range from $500 to $2,500. The VRLTAEF application must be postmarked by May 1, 2022. For the application and more information please go to:

https://www.vrlta.org/scholarships.html

Scholarships The VRTLA Education Foundation (VRLTAEF) offers annual scholarships to provide financial assistance to worthy individuals studying in the hospitality industry. Scholarships are designed to provide...

Working Vacations Have Never Felt This Good

https://www.wsj.com/articles/working-vacations-have-never-felt-this-good-11639151975

Working Vacations Have Never Felt This Good Resorts are pitching themselves as places for employees to mix leisure time and focused work. Plenty of workers—and companies—are embracing this new “paid time on.”

In the Know with Dr. Aidoo: Interview with Hannah White, Events and Communication Specialist, SRTM

Did you know that about 70 confirmed vendors are coming to the Career Social this year? 70!!!

Have you submitted an RSVP to attend? Not yet? Please do so no later than 11:45 p.m., on Friday, March 25, 2022. Please use the link or QR code provided in previous emails to do so.

How about the opportunity to receive a $1500 scholarship (per program) to be awarded at the event? The deadline to apply is March 27, 2022, at 11:59 p.m.
For more information about this exciting event (back in-person), and all you can expect from it, as well as the scholarship opportunity, please check out the interview with Hannah White, SRTM Events and Communications Specialist.

https://youtu.be/Ca90Wfmmv3E

In the Know with Dr. Aidoo: Interview with Hannah White, Events and Communication Specialist, SRTM In the Know with Dr. Aidoo: Interview with Hannah White, Events and Communication Specialist, School of Sport, Recreation, and Tourism Management, College of...

If you were thinking of signing up for this Summer's study abroad course, Surveying Cultural Heritage Tourism: Peru, but thought you had missed the deadline, I am happy to announce that the deadline has been extended to Friday, March 25, 2022.

Remember this is a 6-credit course. The trip will be from July 3 – 15, 2022, with class meetings two weeks before the trip, and one week after the trip, and will offer TOUR 311, TOUR 352, and CULT 390 credit, as well as possibly other elective credits (please check with your Academic Advisor).

For more details please click on the following link to go to the GEO webpage and application: https://masonabroad.gmu.edu/index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs.ViewProgram&Program_ID=10587

The Global Education Office (GEO) organizes a wide range of international study, research, service, and leadership opportunities for the George Mason community. Study-abroad activities include international programs for undergraduates, graduates, and professionals seeking knowledge and skills necess...

A Greener Festival reveal the festivals and events reducing their environmental impact

https://www.eventindustrynews.com/news/a-greener-festival-reveal-the-festivals-and-events-reducing-their-environmental-impact

A Greener Festival reveal the festivals and events reducing their environmental impact Not for Profit organisation A Greener Festival (AGF) has revealed the results of their industry leading green event certification for 2021, which highlights festivals and events striving to reduce …

Remember, you must register in advance

These Road Trips Offer the Best Stargazing Around the U.S.

https://www.travelandleisure.com/trip-ideas/road-trips/vacationrenter-dark-sky-stargazing-road-trips

These Road Trips Offer the Best Stargazing Around the U.S. Use these stargazing maps from VacationRenter to plot out the ultimate road trip adventure.

You must apply by March 27th

Do you have questions about registering for the Summer 2022 and Fall 2022 semesters?

If yes, then please check out the video about the Pre-Season Advising Campaign, for information on how to schedule an appointment with your Academic Advisor.

Don't delay! The Campaign ends on March 4, 2022.

#gmu_srtm
#intheknowDA

Hello SRTM Students:

Do you have questions about registering for the Summer 2022 and Fall 2022 semesters?

If yes, then please check out the video about the Pre-Season Advising Campaign, for information on how to schedule an appointment with your Academic Advisor.

Don't delay! The Campaign ends on March 4, 2022.

https://www.instagram.com/tv/CajFsQ9gI3M/?utm_medium=share_sheet

Do you have questions about registering for the Summer 2022 and Fall 2022 semesters? If yes, then please check out the video about the Pre-Season Advising Campaign, for information on how to schedule an appointment with your Academic Advisor. Don't delay! The Campaign ends on March 4, 2022. #gmu_srtm #intheknowDA

How Has the Pandemic Changed Public Opinion about Green Events?

https://www.corporateeventnews.com/how-has-pandemic-changed-public-opinion-about-green-events

How Has the Pandemic Changed Public Opinion about Green Events? In my blog post Can Events Be Sustainable In a Post-Pandemic World?, I talked about the many ways event planners can continue to follow green practices in a safe and sanitary way. But now that you know you can still plan green events, you may be wondering: should you?

Hospitality Brands Collaborate to Launch Sports Illustrated Resorts

https://lodgingmagazine.com/hospitality-brands-collaborate-to-launch-sports-illustrated-resorts/

Hospitality Brands Collaborate to Launch Sports Illustrated Resorts ADMI Inc. and Experiential Ventures Hospitality LLC, announced plans to launch Sports Illustrated Resorts—new lifestyle resorts.

In the Know with Dr. Aidoo: Interview with Philip Wilkerson, Industry Advisor, Career Services

"Don't wait, Create!" - is one of the pieces of advice and tips from an interview with Philip Wilkerson, Industry Advisor, University Career Services.

Do you have questions about resumes, cover letters, networking, or when to start the search process? Then, check out the interview for some very helpful answers to those questions, and more.

https://youtu.be/bfLOZ2XI4ig

In the Know with Dr. Aidoo: Interview with Philip Wilkerson, Industry Advisor, Career Services In the Know with Dr. Aidoo: Interview with Philip Wilkerson, Industry Advisor, University Career Services; School of Sport, Recreation, and Tourism Managemen...

Tips for Young Entrepreneurs to Help Carve their Niche in Event Management

https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/331602

Tips for Young Entrepreneurs to Help Carve their Niche in Event Management Events today make an intrinsic part of the entertainment industry as well as the corporate culture which is today valued at billions of dollars

Wyndham's 'Women Own the Room' Program Adds First Franchisee

https://lodgingmagazine.com/wyndhams-women-own-the-room-program-adds-first-franchisee-member/

Wyndham's 'Women Own the Room' Program Adds First Franchisee Wyndham Hotels & Resorts announced its first signed agreement as part of its "Women Own the Room" program.

In the Know with Dr. Aidoo: Interview with Dr. Laurence Chalip, Interim Director, SRTM

In the Know with Dr. Aidoo.
Please check out our Spotlight Interview with Dr. Laurence Chalip, our Interim School Director

https://youtu.be/Cl1kiFZxUpw

In the Know with Dr. Aidoo: Interview with Dr. Laurence Chalip, Interim Director, SRTM In the Know with Dr. Aidoo: Interview with Dr. Laurence Chalip, Interim Director, School of Sport, Recreation, and Tourism Management, College of Education a...

The biggest travel trend of 2022: Go big, spend big

https://www.cnbc.com/2022/01/21/the-biggest-2022-travel-trend-go-big-spend-big-on-bucket-list-trips.html

The biggest travel trend of 2022: Go big, spend big No longer willing to wait, travelers are booking big "bucket list" trips this year to make up for lost time, despite rising costs in the industry.