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Here at JTB USA Business Travel, we’re pretty optimistic about the future of the travel industry and it’s not just because we have a lot of positive changes planned for 2017. It’s because businesses forecast growth in 2017 and more travelers are choosing to book travel with Travel Management Companies (TMCs). Travel Weekly’s Consumer Trends reportRead more

Designated classes of nonimmigrant Visa holders will now be required to enroll in the new Electronic Visa Update System (EVUS) before traveling to the United States. What is EVUS? EVUS is the new online automated system, set up by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), that helps to determine the eligibility of visitors with aRead more

New Entry Rules for Foreign Visitors As announced earlier this year, starting November 10th Canada will now require all visa-exempt foreign nationals who fly or transit through Canada to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA). How does this affect you? Check out the map and regulations below. Image Note: Green and Yellow Indicates Countries WhereRead more

Many business travel road warriors are familiar with the short-term international trip – a four-day conference in Tokyo or a quick round trip to Rio for an important meeting. These whirlwind treks often leave travelers feeling numb, disjointed, and disconnected. Moving from city to city in one hotel that blurs into another, eating different foods,Read more

Jersey City, NJ – JTB USA Business Travel is pleased to announce it has partnered with Gogo, the leading provider of in-flight connectivity and entertainment, to provide their travelers access to pre-purchase discounted WiFi passes when they book through JTB USA. This new alliance honors our commitment to giving travelers convenient access to the mostRead more

Very Useful Japanese Phrases for Travelers   When traveling Internationally either for business or leisure just knowing a few key phrases can make a big impact on how well you’re received. Armed with these few Japanese phrases you’re certain to impress your host and possibly even walk away with a few new friends.   1.Read more

Hurricane Matthew was the strongest storm the Atlantic has seen since 2007. After turning northwest from the Caribbean earlier in the week, it left a trail of destruction throughout the Caribbean, Florida, Georgia, North and South Carolina as it moved up the coast. Air Travel Disruptions Airlines nationwide suspended and canceled over 5,000 flights overRead more

All of a sudden airfares business travelers know and expect dramatically increased due to subtle changes rolled out by several major U.S. based airlines. The American Society of Travel Agents (ASTA), who anticipated the ramifications of this change, recently publicized these changes to its members. As a result, travel agencies are better equipped to helpRead more

If you have been on a flight recently and had the crew announce that all Samsung Galaxy Note7 smartphones must be turned off completely (not simply put into airplane mode), then you will not be too surprised to hear now they aren’t even allowed on board. The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), along with theRead more

As Hurricane Matthew approaches the U.S., Florida Gov. Rick Scott declared a state of emergency advising coastal residents “If you’re able to go early, leave now.” The storm currently devastating Cuba is expected make landfall in the continental U.S. early Thursday night, with the outer bands hitting the coast earlier Thursday.  The Florida National GuardsmenRead more