“The results we’re seeing in India are proof that—with the right tools—State can make significant progress on this issue,” said U.S. Travel Association President and CEO Geoff Freeman. Industry urges Biden administration to implement effective strategies worldwide.
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The State Department implemented a “Super Saturdays” initiative where embassies and consulates open on Saturdays to process visas.
“While we appreciate State’s efforts, much work remains to bring interview wait times down to an acceptable level” said U.S. Travel Association President and CEO Geoff Freeman.
Roger joined U.S. Travel in 2005 following a successful 34-year career at Marriott International. Though Roger often joked that he had no experience in lobbying prior to taking on the job as travel’s top advocate, his sharp business acumen, vast network of contacts and decades of experience created a lasting impact on the U.S. travel industry.
Business travelers are expect to resume traveling at a slightly slower pace compared to pre-pandemic levels.
The release of these findings corresponds to Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID) on April 7.
“Today's announcement is a positive step in the right direction to restore the travel industry workforce. However, as millions of jobs remain open, it is evident that the workforce shortage is holding back the recovery of industries across the economy, especially in Leisure & Hospitality"
“U.S. Travel has long maintained that there should be no mandatory vaccination requirement for domestic travel. Such a policy would have an unfair, negative impact on families with young children who are not yet eligible to get the vaccine.”
