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ESTA goes zero-tolerance The United States will no longer admit passengers from 35 Visa Waiver Program countries who fail to obtain electronic authorization. Travelers attempting to enter the United States without a visa will be refused admission unless they have first obtained an electronic permit known as ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization). The new zero-tolerance approach applies to passport holders from all 35 countries, including most European Union member states, from which travelers are allowed to enter the U.S. under the Visa Waiver Program. The U.S. government’s Customs and Border Protection agency introduced ESTA on a voluntary basis in August 2008 and made it compulsory in principle in January 2009. Until now, however, the CBP has shown leniency to those who have not been through the ESTA process. CBP has now told airlines they will be fined US$3,300 for each passenger they allow to board without ESTA authorization. Nine percent of visa-waiver travelers to the U.S. have arrived without applying for authorization since January 2009, according to a CBP official quoted in the Los Angeles Times. The U.S. government’s Customs and Border Protection agency introduced ESTA on a voluntary basis in August 2008 and made it compulsory in principle in January 2009. Until now, however, the CBP has shown leniency to those who have not been through the ESTA process. CBP has now told airlines they will be fined US$3,300 for each passenger they allow to board without ESTA authorization. Nine percent of visa-waiver travelers to the have arrived without applying for authorization since January 2009, according to a CBP official quoted in the Los Angeles Times. Applying for ESTA takes only a few minutes. Passengers simply submit information they would have previously written on the green I-94 forms handed in at U.S. immigration, which includes name, date of birth and passport number. CBP recommends travelers apply at least 72 hours in advance of travel but ideally as soon as they start planning a trip. Once obtained, ESTA is valid for all visits to the U.S. for two years or until the traveler’s passport expires, whichever comes first. At present, an ESTA application is free, but could cost US$10 if legislation working its way through Congress becomes law. Travelers can apply for ESTA at www.cbp.gov/esta.
U.S. tightens electronic permit for visa-waiver passengers 
BCD Travel Recommends: Singapore |
As one of Asia's hippest and most dazzling metropolitan centers, Singapore can sometimes give travelers the impression that they'll have to dish out big bucks to have a good time and take in all the sights of this nearly five million-strong city-state. But don't let the bright lights and glamorous locals fool you – getting around, finding a great meal, and having a blast can all be easily done on a budget. If you're like most business travelers, you're not exactly interested in hanging around the airport, but want to get everything settled so you can get down to work. That said, Singapore's main Changi Airport – with wireless internet, gaming kiosks and plenty of places to relax – is a dream come true for tired travelers; but you can enjoy its perks on the way back. Before heading out, consider having some money changed. Many kiosks will provide you with Singaporean dollars (US $1 is about SG $1.40, not including commission, at the February 2010 exchange rate). Try asking for a quote if changing a large amount, as you can sometimes get a better rate than advertised. Traveling to and from the airport More... |
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Groups dynamic |
The year 2010 opened with a dramatic surge in meetings reservations in some countries, but the good news for buyers is that prices have not followed the upward trend – yet! After a significant fall in 2009, meetings appear to be back in fashion. Bookings in the United States taken so far in 2010 by BCD Meetings & Incentives are not only way up on last year, but they are also 10 percent higher than for the same period in 2008. While this is good news for meetings suppliers, and a promising indication of an improving economy, it could set alarm bells ringing for corporate clients that their buyer’s market is coming to an end. In 2009, volumes and spend were down but savings rose as hotels and other meeting vendors slashed prices to compete for a dwindling market. More... |
Examining credit card merchant fees |
Air carriers in recent years have signalled a desire to reduce or offset the fees they must pay to credit card companies each time a ticket is purchased with a card. These credit card merchant fees have become the single-largest distribution cost for airlines. To date, only a handful of airlines globally have moved to unburden themselves of merchant fees. Nevertheless, the implication to corporate clients and travel management companies of a change in the current credit card merchant model is so significant that the issue warrants careful attention. In every instance in which airlines have passed merchant fees along to others, the result has been higher costs for corporate clients. An upcoming white paper by BCD Travel explores why airlines are considering a shift in the current merchant fee model and how that change might adversely affect corporate travel buyers. In addition, the paper recommends steps corporate clients can take to address the threat to bottom lines and travel-process efficiencies posed by a change in the credit card merchant model. Stay tuned… |
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