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Travel Daily Podcast — November 5, 2025
Today’s podcast episode was created from the following stories:
United Airlines’ new card capitalizes on debit rewards trend
By PYMNTS | November 4, 2025
United launched the MileagePlus Debit Rewards Card, letting members earn miles on purchases and through savings balances, with tiered bonuses up to 70,000 miles a year. Aimed at debit-first consumers, the product embeds loyalty into everyday banking and broadens United’s reach beyond credit cards. The account carries a $4 monthly fee, waived at a $2,000 average daily balance, plus a 10,000-mile sign-up bonus after $500 in spend.
Sevilla acogerá una feria de turismo de lujo en 2026
By S. L. | November 4, 2025
Seville secured Virtuoso On Tour 2026, bringing 80+ premium travel professionals to the city June 10–11 to showcase its cultural and culinary assets. The win, announced at WTM London, caps a three-year effort to elevate Seville among top luxury destinations. With the UK as its fastest-growing source market, the event supports a strategy focused on high-spend, sustainable tourism.
Forbes Daily: Holiday travel anxiety rises as government shutdown drags on
By Danielle Chemtob and Forbes Daily | November 4, 2025
As the U.S. government shutdown persists, travelers are seeing longer security lines and rising delays, with losses to the travel economy estimated at $1 billion per week. With Thanksgiving approaching, experts suggest flying early, going nonstop when possible, and building in extra buffer time. The pressure underscores how policy gridlock can ripple through peak travel periods.
Travel companies warn what will happen if the government shutdown doesn’t end before Thanksgiving: chaos
By Kelsey Vlamis | November 4, 2025
More than 500 travel organizations urged Congress to end the shutdown, warning of widespread delays and cancellations if it continues through Thanksgiving. The industry says $4 billion in travel spending has already been lost, while air traffic controller staffing remains strained. Without swift action, peak holiday demand could collide with reduced capacity, amplifying disruptions.
Exclusive: Herschel and Heinz launch ‘Travel With Taste’ collaboration featuring ketchup-red luggage
By Renan Botelho | November 4, 2025
Herschel Supply and Heinz teamed up on a limited-edition, ketchup-red luggage capsule featuring playful packet-inspired details and tags. Available exclusively on herschel.com in limited quantities, the collection taps nostalgia and social-friendly design to turn suitcases into statement pieces. It’s the latest example of cross-industry branding reshaping travel gear.
