Motorcoach Companies Helping Communities Devastated by Hurricane Helene

Hurricane Helene has left widespread destruction, impacting thousands of families and communities along the Atlantic Coast. Now, more than ever, our efforts can make a difference. Several motorcoach companies are stepping up to provide essential support, supplies, and aid to help these communities recover. Join us in this relief effort by donating or volunteering.

How You Can Help

You can get involved in the following ways:

  • Monetary Donations: Financial contributions go directly toward providing essentials like food, water, and shelter for those affected. You can donate directly to local relief organizations.
  • Supply Donations: Essential items like bottled water, canned goods, hygiene products, blankets, and first aid supplies are urgently needed. Find local drop-off points where you can bring these much-needed supplies.
  • Volunteer: Consider volunteering your time to help distribute supplies or assist with rebuilding efforts. Local organizations and motorcoach companies are organizing efforts to transport volunteers and supplies to the affected areas.

 

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Washington Examiner: Royal Caribbean Increases Bookings as People Anticipate Dissipation of COVID

  • February 27, 2021
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Royal Caribbean Increases Bookings as People Anticipate Dissipation of COVID
Washington Examiner
Jeremy Lott
February 27, 2020

ABA President & CEO Peter Pantuso talks to the Washington Examiner about the pent up desire to travel as people are experiencing COVID fatigue. 

One mode of transportation that millions of people would typically rely on for increased domestic travel is buses. However, there may be some stalling involved there.

“We are hearing from all sources, including other travel professionals, that there is a pent-up demand for travel, and we expect that will include motorcoach travel as it is the most economical and green form of transportation,” Peter Pantuso, president of the American Bus Association, told the Washington Examiner.

“However, the bigger question is whether there will be an industry around to meet this demand. Because of the COVID pandemic and the lack of significant government relief funds, many of the charter and tour companies in the industry have closed their doors, and those who remain are struggling to survive,” he warned.

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