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After visiting all seven continents, I’ve concluded there are two types of anxious travelers: those who need to know where to find the closest emergency exit and those who need the location of the nearest restroom. I’m the latter. For me and my fellow passengers living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)—a group of digestive conditions including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis—going to the bathroom is the emergency. At age 17, when I should have been on a senior class trip, I was in the hospital getting a colonoscopy. I opened my college acceptance letter while camped out on the toilet…
Hyatt Hotels will launch a new “soft brand” called Unscripted by Hyatt on Friday. The brand is targeted at independent hotels looking to gain access to the marketing muscle of a large chain, while still maintaining their own local flavor. Katie Johnson, Vice President and Global Brand Leader, told Skift in an exclusive interview that 40 hotels around the world are in discussions to join this new brand. This first wave of hotels is primarily made up of conversions, not new buildings. Unscripted launches Hyatt into direct competition with its rivals who are chasing independent operators to grow their inventory beyond…
Yatra has doubled down on corporate travel. The results of its latest quarter, released Friday, were largely driven by enterprise travel and meeting. Yatra is now preparing to introduce a cobranded credit card for corporate customers. The company’s business increased by INR 7.5 Billion ($87.6 Million) over the past year. “Corporate Travel is now 65% our gross bookings and we expect this to grow,” Dhruv shringi, Wholetime’s Director and CEO told analysts in an earnings call. “There’s an obvious shift in progress.” We are replacing low-value bookings by high-value corporate bookings. Corporate travel has higher margins. Yatra now claims a…
The area manager in Newcastle upon Tyne called the British Rail chief executive’s desk urgently to report that a Scotsman with one arm was wandering the main signal box, claiming to represent BR and asking how things worked. Was it okay to let him know?Bob Reid was the man who recently moved to ShellHe was about to embark on a five-year difficult stint as the UK Chairman of BR, which would culminate in a privatisation that he had grave concerns over. The man was typified by his forays into the signal box and the drivers’ bathroom at Waterloo. He was…
Carving out time to work out just might be one of the greatest challenges of traveling. But when it comes to logistics, having the right gym bag just might be the jumpstart needed for a dose of motivation. Whether you prefer a tote, a duffel, or a crossbody bag to hold your workout essentials, there’s a wide range of lightweight, packable options to choose from. Some of our top picks are convertible and even double as carry-ons, personal items, or weekender bags, making them ideal for travelers.The best gym bags have thoughtful features, like a water bottle pocket, a separate…
Judi Blakeburn is the Chief Commercial Officer of Another Place and Watergate Bay. She shared with us the benefits of a guest-centric approach that goes beyond traditional RevPAR metrics. Read on to discover Blakeburn’s journey in fostering a ‘It is our pleasure to welcome you. All we do must be connected to them‘ ethos and how this approach has not only revolutionised the guest experience but has also become the driving force behind a more holistic and resilient revenue generation strategy, one that prioritises Revenue Per Available Guest (RevPAG) and cultivates meaningful, long-lasting guest relationships. How has your guest-centric philosophy…
Niche.com named Berkeley, California as the healthiest U.S. city. The Alameda County City enjoys a mild Mediterranean climate and an average of 256 sun-filled days per year. Every year, Niche.com The healthiest areas in the country are determined by “a comprehensive assessment” of general health among the residents of a particular area. The company takes into account key indicators such as smoking, excessive alcohol consumption and obesity rates, along with people’s proximity and access to health care providers, such as doctors, gyms and mental health practitioners. Niche.com has been named the Best Niche Website of 2017 by Niche.com Berkeley, CaliforniaThe…
Reading Time 2 The following are some of the most recent and relevant articles. China: Accor Group and Jinjiang International Group to reposition Fairmont Peace Hotel under luxury hotel brand Raffles is set to debut the renovated property in 2027. Jinjiang Group owns the Peace Hotel in 1984. The hotel was created by Sir Victor Sassoon in 1929 and originally named Cathay Hotel. It became a part of Fairmont Hotels & Resorts in 2010 and will remain open during the transformation to Raffles Peace Hotel Shanghai. CEO of Raffles Hotels & Resorts The following are some examples of how to…
Images by PMZ Realty Capital PMZ Realty Capital LLC is a boutique national real estate investment bank that focuses on creating capital structures that are advantageous for clients. Today, it announced a $5.3 Million loan for the Hampton Inn Marysville in Marysville. The loan was made through a debt-fund and only interest payments are required for the entire five-year period. The loan proceeds were used to provide capital for the new owners to acquire the property. They also implemented a property improvement plan to enhance the guest’s experience, and maintain the property in compliance with brand standards. “We are proud…
It is nearly impossible to watch Mamma Mia Without getting the itch for a summer vacation to Greece. Each time I rewatch it—which has been about a dozen times—I’m reminded why Greece attracts travelers from all over the world year after year. The majority of the film was shot on the picturesque island Skopelos is a Greek island where you can find sun-soaked beachesIf you’re lucky enough to have a trip to this beautiful Mediterranean country on your calendar, it’s time to start planning. If you are lucky enough to be planning a visit to this beautiful Mediterranean nation, it’s…