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There are more than 2,400 species Fireflies are common in the United States. Most people have seen or heard of fireflies. synchronized firefly displaysThere’s an unusual phenomenon that is only visible in certain parts of the southern Appalachian Mountains. Many people have never heard of it or seen it. Pisgah national forest, near Brevard, North Carolina, is one of the few places blue ghost fireflies—a rare species that gives off a continuous blue glow—call home. Clinton Wickers, the site manager of the Cradle of Forestry Find Outdoors, a nonprofit organization, operates in Pisgah Forest National Forest. It looks like an…

The shift from room-centric revenue generation to guest-centric revenue generation in hotels is fueled by technology – Image credit Unsplash+    Hoteliers are shifting their focus away from revenue per room available (RevPAR), to revenue per guest available (RevPAG), and maximizing technology to provide better experiences while increasing revenue. RevPAG measures the total experience and services offered to guests, not just the room inventory. The consumer’s behavior is evolving towards a more experience-driven approach to travel. This gives hotels a greater opportunity to increase revenue by leveraging technology. RevPAR to RevPAG RevPAG is the new standard for the hospitality industry. It…

No matter where you’re headed, a maxi-dress is a must-pack travel essential. These comfortable, lightweight dresses are easy to pack. travel dresses The breezy, versatile and stylish shoes are perfect for taking you from A to B. airport arrivals to sunset dinners without an outfit change—and Amazon has dozens of best-selling picks starting at just $29. If you want to find the perfect maxi dress to wear on vacation, consider linen fabrics that will keep you cool, elegant silhouettes suitable for wedding guests and stylish, easy-to-wear styles. The best travel maxi dresses are made from linen for hot days, elegant…

NEW YORK – Summer travel isn’t canceled – it’s just getting a smarter upgrade. Today, KindredThe global community of home swappers, released its Travel Report 2025: Summer Travel ReportThis report provides a look at the changing attitudes of Americans towards vacations and rising costs. With the average getaway now costing $259.20 more per person – and frustration mounting with traditional lodging, as 84% of hotel guests and 84% of short-term rental users report pain points with their experiences – Americans are doubling down, making more intentional, creative choices to maximize their travel budgets. 90% of U.S. travellers are actively searching…

You’re wearing your favorite pair straight-leg jeans in 2008. jeansThe bowling T shirt, distressed sneakers, and the distressed shoes. You’re on your first day at school in Forks Washington and already you have a lot of new friends. You can’t understand why the boy in science hates you at first sight. Bella Swan is a character that has fans from all over the globe who want to live her life again in any way they can.Netflix has recently re-added all five of the Twilight Saga Rewatching a series is one of the greatest pastimes in life. You can still step…

Major hotel companies have reported mixed expectations about travel spending. This reveals the uneven impact that economic uncertainty has on different customer segments. Truist analysts wrote on Monday that “what most stood out for us was the large difference in expectations from bullish to extremely cautious” from the previous earnings season. IHG, Accor, Wyndham and Marriott all lowered their forecasts. The difference was based on income. Luxury hotels did well, but mid-tier hotels catering to middle-class clients saw softening. Marriott, Hilton and Hyatt all saw a strong performance in their high-end resorts, but a relative weakness in their limited-service properties.…

“Burgundy?” Three red wine Emojis  Is it safe for children?  Crying face with laughter.  The above text exchange with my Parisian friend Pascale was not very reassuring. Charolais cattle near Burgundy’s Morvan Regional Natural Park. Céline Clanet While planning a trip with Lucas, my 10-year-old, I noticed that many of the places names were strangely familiar. Chablis, Pouilly-Fuissé, Puligny-Montrachet, Pommard: it was like perusing the wine list of a fancy French restaurant. Burgundy is also called Burgundy. La Bourgogne) but there must have been more to it. the region Then, The Grand Crus Michelin-starred Restaurants? Could a tour of its byways…

Travel Outlook – Images In the race to automate, the hospitality industry has embraced artificial intelligence to solve some of its biggest challenges — staffing shortages, rising costs, and growing guest expectations. But as hotels adopt tools like voice bots, chat interfaces, and automated guest messaging, many are discovering that AI’s biggest weakness isn’t speed, language skills, or availability — it is personalization. The promise of AI in hospitality hinges on its ability to offer guests a seamless experience — quick answers, easy check-ins, and 24/7 support. If the support you receive is generic, cold or scripted then it will…

Image Credit Boston University Hospitality Review    In the hospitality business, creating memorable experiences isn’t just a goal. They are essential to success. Stacy MoscatelliThe CEO of Original X Productions leads her company to create immersive experiences centered on beloved brands and properties. Moscatelli shares insights from the world of TV shows to iconic brands such as Hershey on how hospitality and innovation in experience drive guest engagement.  Hershey Super Sweet Adventure What is your opinion of Original X Productions?  Stacy Moscatelli (SM): Original X Productions produces immersive experiences for our guests that will make them remember their stay. By…

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia –  Earlier today, on stage at the Future Hospitality Summit Saudi Arabia The winners of the FHS Awards 2025 were announced at a ceremony held this week at the Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah Hotel in Riyadh. The recipient of the Future Leader Award It is a good idea to use a bilingual translator Lama AlQawasmiCo-Founder, COO and Director of Hospitality Talents The Future Leader Award, in partnership with Sommet Education recognises young, ambitious talents shaping the future hospitality industry in Saudi Arabia. Based on three key criteria – innovation, impact and leadership – Lama was chosen as…