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Say what? The travel week in quotes: Nov. 1-7
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SMYRNA, Ga. – Here is a rundown of the week’s events in quote format:
“In recent years, travel fees – for baggage, gas, parking and the like – have had a tendency to rise in unexpected and unpleasant ways. Expedia.com has chosen to move in a different direction. We expect that this decision will be well received by the millions of travelers we serve.”
– Tim MacDonald, senior vice president and general manager, Expedia.com, in announcing that Expedia.com has eliminated travel booking fees for phone orders
“Projected growth in leisure travel is an indicator of rising consumer confidence and disposable income. Following a difficult 2009, businesses have a heightened focus on the value and bottom-line benefits of travel. We expect to see a slight increase in business travel next year based in part on pent-up demand for face-to-face meetings that drive growth and productivity.”
– Suzanne Cook, senior vice president of research for the U.S. Travel Association, in announcing the travel industry is expected to add roughly 90,000 American jobs during 2010
Editor’s note: Unless otherwise noted, these quotes are compiled from news releases or official statements.
