Subscribe to Updates
Get the latest creative news from FooBar about art, design and business.
Author: admin
How Japan’s vacant Akiya houses are becoming hospitality businesses
In Japan, “akiya” (空き家) refers to vacant homes that have been abandoned due to a growing phenomenon driven by demographic shifts and economic changes. Low birth rates over the past few decades, rapid urbanization as well as an ageing population has decimated rural areas. This has led to many traditional houses being left empty. These properties are often inherited by heirs who cannot afford to maintain or renovate them. Indeed, approximately 59% of akiya are bequeathed properties (Tochibayashi & Kutty, 2024) and tax policies discourage demolition (in Japan, vacant land is taxed more heavily than land with buildings). This has…
Blackstone will acquire Allegiant Sunseeker Resort’s Sunseeker Resort at a price of $200 Million
Key Points Blackstone has acquired Allegiant Air’s Sunseeker Resort, which Allegiant had invested $720 millions in. This is a substantial loss for Allegiant after they had invested so much money. The resort was plagued by high construction costs, damage from hurricanes, low occupancy rates and its distance from beachfront properties. Allegiant’s financial struggles with the resort led to its decision to sell it after only two years. The following is a summary of the information that you will find on this website: Blackstone has agreed to purchase Allegiant Air’s Sunseeker Resort, located in Florida. The resort was developed for $720…
Killarney National Park Essential Guide
Top 5 Must-Sees Boating is available on three of the lakes in Killarney – Lough Leane (Lough Leane), Muckross (Muckross), and Upper Lake.Innisfallen Island is a medieval monastery that has ruins dating back to the Middle Ages. Immerse yourself in its ancient silence.Torc Waterfall can be reached by walking through ancient woodlands covered with moss.Visit Muckross House to see the park history, formal garden, and Victorian antiques.Ireland’s only remaining wild red deer herd. In the middle of County Kerry, you will find a land full of contrasts. Here, rare ferns and moses cover valleys with ancient forests. These are surrounded…
Lima: The Underrated Capital of Peru
The rap on PeruThe capital of is a place to stay for a couple of nights and eat at some famous restaurants. Central or Astrid y Gastón before continuing on to the Andes Or the Amazon. Lima offers so much more to visitors than just great food. This seaside city is best known for the sounds of salsa ringing across its roofs, and the jokes thrown over kaleidoscopic fruit mountains at its mercados. Contemporary Peruvian designers are setting up shop in colonial mansions, which once belonged to elite Spanish families. They also have wine bars and boutique hotels where DJs…
Milu opens second Hotel in Milan
Reading Time < 1 Then, you can get in touch with us. Italy: Boutique brand Milu’s second hotel in Italy is located in Porta Venezia in Milan. Milu Florence opened in 2016 and now Hotel Milu Milano is joining it. The hotel was repositioned in Milan from the former Mercure Milano Centro. It is designed by architect and designer Alex Meitlis. The hotel is located in Piazza Guglielmo Unterdan, 12, Milano. All 32 rooms are divided into seven categories and feature artwork by Carmel Ilan. The communal spaces include a lounge that is open all day and serves complimentary teas, coffees,…
Here are the world’s cleanest airlines in 2025
Every ANA flight undergoes a thorough cleansing process each night. A spokesperson stated that this isn’t a “quick tidy-up,” but instead a detailed cleaning. This includes the seats, tables, carpets and windows. The lavatories are also thoroughly disinfected. Flight attendants receive training on hygiene and are taught to use the slogan, “Let’s Quickly Wipe,” to encourage crew members to clean small areas during their free time.In an industry where profits are the primary concern, a commitment to cleanliness may not be common. “At the moment, airlines are more focused on turning planes quickly,” says Gary LeffAuthor of Aviation Blog and…
The report also reveals a shift in Asia Pacific travel trends.
Images by Marriott According to a recent study by the Luxury Group by Marriott International, high-net-worth (HNW) travelers in Asia Pacific are recalibrating how, where, and why they travel. They prioritize wellbeing, immersive experiences, emotional value, and intentional design over volume and extravagance. According to a new study from the Luxury Group by Marriott International, high-net-worth (HNW) travelers in the region are recalibrating how, where, and why they travel – prioritizing wellbeing, immersive experiences, emotional value, and intentional design over volume and extravagance. The latest survey report 1 750 Asia Pacific’s wealthiest travelers Australia, Singapore, India Indonesia, South Korea Japan and Thailand…
Tell us about a favourite island in Europe – you could win a holiday voucher | Travel
There’s something endlessly appealing about an island holiday – a chance to escape the rest of the world and kickback in beautiful surrounds. Your favourite off-the-beaten-track discoveries in Europe and the UK would be most welcome. Tell us where you’ve been and why you liked it to be in with a chance of winning a voucher for a holiday.The best tip for the week as chosen by Tom Hall of Lonely Planet wins a £200 voucher to stay at a Coolstays You can also find out more about the property by clicking here. – the company has more than 3,000…
The End of Standards Why AI could finally bring down hotel tech silos
At HITEC2025 in Indianapolis we caught up to Ira VoukEditor-in chief of the 2025 edition Hotel Yearbook – Technology Edition. Ira is a respected voice in the hospitality technology industry. She curated an impressive collection of essays by over 35 leaders who each offered their perspective on where hotel tech is headed. In this interview she discusses the themes, surprises and controversies that surrounded the publication. She also shares her own bold views on how AI might disrupt the long-standing standard of hotel technology. What is this year’s theme and what makes it so special? The Hotel Yearbook was launched…
This Jersey Shore Seaside Has the Clearest Water within the State—and It is the Cleanest, Too
New Jersey has among the cleanest seashores within the nation, with the water high quality of those seashores routinely ranked among the many greatest in the USA. In accordance with The Pure Sources Protection Council, 35 New Jersey beaches had been in a position to meet water high quality requirements 98 of the time during the last 5 years. Whereas New Jersey seashores usually do not have the crystal-clear waters you’d discover within the Caribbean or Florida, some can shock you with how clear it will get. In accordance with onlyinyourstate.com, the clearest water in New Jersey is in Stone…