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Images by UNWTO UN Tourism and World Tourism Alliance (WTA), in a new report, highlight the importance of targeted policies, regulatory structures and governance models to ensure that tourism benefits are shared among all members of a community, and promote social equity and inclusion. The report highlights the many ways tourism can help achieve this goal, including through job creation, empowerment of women, community development and development, conservation of natural and cultural heritage, sustainable environmental practices and education. Zurab Pololikashvili is the UN Secretary-General for Tourism. He says that five years after the deadline of 2030 Sustainable Development Goals, it’s…
Image Credit Deloitte Deloitte 2025 Summer Travel Survey shows that more than half (53%) Americans intend to travel and pay for lodging during the summer. This is a significant increase over the 48% recorded last year despite economic and financial pressures. Americans are adapting by taking more frequent but shorter trips. Other factors that influence travel patterns include remote work and technology. Deloitte’s 2025 Summer Survey shows that 53% of Americans intend to travel and pay for lodging this summer. This represents an increase of 48% from the previous year. Due to financial concerns, many are altering their travel plans…
Location: Michigan City, IndianaDistance from the park entrance: 3.2 miles (5-10 minute drive)Bed & bath: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathTop-notch amenities Sunroom, firepit, hottub, snow cone machineIt’s true that it says Michigan City, Indiana. But this home and the adjacent national parks are located on the shores Lake Michigan. So we promise, it makes sense. Indiana Dunes National Park is an underrated park. It includes 15,000 acres of sand, as well as 50 miles trails that wind through wetlands and prairies. Chicago. This particular house is only 20 minutes from the center of the park, but there are other beaches nearby. It…
The family immersed themselves in the history of World War II. The Flak towers, the looming war remnants, made a strong impression. “The kids asked so many questions—it opened up important conversations and gave the kids context around history they’d only read about in books” she says. There was also time for some fun. They visited the Prater amusement area and rode its iconic giant ferris wheel.Prague was a fairytale ending. Rachel says that the boys enjoyed exploring the cobblestoned streets, spotting old clock towers and castles. It was like we were in a book. Unexpected favorite? Morning train rides.…
Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP®) is pleased to announce that Hospitality Upgrade The official publication of the Boutique Hotel Owners Conference The next powered by BLLA will be September 29-30 2025 in Westlake Village, CA. The partnership will provide exclusive coverage and insight to the independent boutiques and luxury hospitality industries. Frank Wolfe CAE CEO of HFTP said, “We’re thrilled to partner with BLLA on their Owners Conference.” “Hospitality Upgrade’s mission is to provide valuable technology information and tools to industry professionals. And we look forward highlighting the innovative and creative spirit that defines the boutique hospitality and luxury…
Although the AI-powered Hotel.com chatbot is easy to use, it is not very useful at this stage due to its errors. This is what we found after testing updated Hotels.com. Expedia Group launched last week an AI chatbot in the Hotels.com application and a redesign integrating the new feature. The company has just launched the new Bellboy mascot, a brand refresh for Hotels.com. All of this is part a plan for Hotels.com to grow after Vrbo and it saw a decline in business due to the company’s migration. Expedia received criticism from Hotels.com users for scrapping its reward program and…
Xugana Island Lodge Freshly renovated accommodation is spacious, with a separate seating area, desk and a bathroom that has both an indoor and outdoor shower.Xugana, located right at the edge of the Okavango Delta offers unparalleled views and immerses guests into nature.Overwater firepits at the end of wooden docks that extend out into Delta are ideal for reading or drinking a cocktail after lunch.You can enjoy a memorable dinner by arranging a floating dinner in the water.The lodge provides a variety of included activities such as rides in a mokoro—a traditional dugout canoe propelled by a skilled poler—through the papyrus-lined…
Etihad Airways announced recently a new service that will connect the U.S. with Abu Dhabi. The new route is scheduled to begin on May 4, 2026. Visit Abu Dhabi soon from the United States. Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, announced a new route connecting Charlotte, North Carolina, to Abu Dhabi. This new route will debut on May 4, 2026, and will be the first time the cities are connected by a direct route, according to the airline. The 13-hour and 45-minute flight departs Charlotte’s Douglas Airport (CLT) at 6:40 p.m. and arrives at 12:25 p.m. the next day…
Ascott, Southeast Asian Hotel Group, is actively searching for resort acquisitions in order to expand its portfolio of long-stay travel accommodations. Wong Kara Ling, the chief strategy officer of the company, said at the Skift Asia Forum Last week. Wong, the leader Ascott’s acquisition of Oakwood in 2022The company said that loyalty points accrued by corporate travelers could be used to redeem discounts. Ascott’s rewards program Most people are looking for more options to redeem their vacations. We have a lot of people who are able to help you. [loyalty members]When they work in a corporate environment [setting]Want to burn…
Aruba1/10Aruba is known as “One Happy Island” for a good reason. Its beaches are stunning, its weather is spectacular, and the culture is vibrant. Aruba is located just off South America’s coast and is therefore out of hurricane’s path. U.S. State Department currently gives the island a Travel Advisory Level 1 (exercise usual precautions).