What better place to spend time discussing the importance of worldwide travel than the famous US city that acts as a symbol for tourism?

It has recently been announced that Las Vegas will be the venue for the annual international tourism summit as it hopes to attract travel industry leaders and government figures from all over the world.
The event will take place at the Aria Resort & Casino where the importance of international travel is at the top of the agenda.

The World Travel & Tourism Council based in London decided on Las Vegas following recent discussions. The city will be following on from Beijing, which is hosting this year’s summit.

The Icelandic volcano which erupted two days ago is still causing chaos for travellers all over Europe. The ash cloud resulting from the eruption has meant that all flights in the UK were grounded yesterday.

It was hoped that many flights from airports across England would be up and running again at some point today, however only a few specially-authorised services have been allowed to operate from Manchester, in addition to some services operating in Ireland and Scotland.

Now it seems that the disruptions to all flights in England and across most of northern Europe could continue over the whole of the coming weekend, possibly until the middle of next week.

The World Health Organisation has also warned that the volcanic ash could be hazardous once it settles on the ground.

A recent report commissioned by lastminute.com has revealed that the travel industry is in danger of being abandoned by a generation addicted to their video games, social networking and in-home entertainment systems.

It has already been seen to be happening in Japan, as many are rejecting the opportunity to go on foreign holidays in favour of more time spent at home on their latest technology purchases.

The report entitled ‘Future of Free Time’ has urged travel operators to respond to the changing needs of consumers in the UK and adapt their products accordingly, making them more interactive and engaging. Suggestions included incorporating the latest advancements in technology into more interesting holidays.

Those fans planning to attend the World Cup this summer in South Africa have been reminded by travel insurance provider AXA to get the right policy before travelling.

This warning comes amidst fears that many people will leave this essential task till the last minute and arrive in the country unprepared. It is a well known fact that tourists will be a target for thieves operating in areas where the football matches are due to take place.

Alison Patrick, head of travel at the firm has explained:

“It is really important people understand the risks and that they mitigate those risks by being sensible while they’re away and taking out some insurance before they go.”

England supporters have been told to compare travel insurance providers to get a comprehensive policy that will sufficiently cover them for the trip.

If you are thinking of going to the US for a last minute deal this month or are considering a trip in September, then keep a lookout for the many deals that are going around currently.

American Airlines announced its sale this week and many of the top flights from London and Manchester to New York have been snapped up already. In addition to the Big Apple, flights are also available to LA, Dallas and Boston. You have until 22nd April to book your flights.

As well as AA there are also flight sales at the moment with Delta, KLM and Air France, so if you are thinking of going to the States anyway this year, you really are spoilt for choice when it comes to bargain flights.