Author: adminshikha

Florence’s Tourism Chief Says Short-Term Rental Crackdown Is Part of Overtourism Fight 2024 Ben Walker November 25th, 2024 Skift Take Jacopo Vicini, a city councilor in Florence, explains that the city needs to take a tough stance on short-term rentals in its historic center. But that’s just one part of a 10-point plan to preserve…

Climate change is an existential threat to the restaurant industry 2024 Operators and many industry experts agree that rising temperatures, increasing weather-related disasters and other looming environmental concerns pose huge risks to restaurants. Here’s what they’re doing about it. By Heather Lalley  Nov. 11, 2024 Climate change represents an existential threat to the restaurant industry, especially…

This Nordic City Was Just Named The Most Sustainable Travel Destination 2024 The most sustainable travel destinations are focused on protecting the environment and their local communities. By Jessica Puckett October 29, 2024 This summer, the effects of overtourism were hard to ignore, from social media images of Greek islands choked with visitors to Barcelona’s high-profile protests. But…

No More Airport Lines: How DigiYatra Is Transforming India’s Travel Experience 2024 Peden Doma Bhutia, Skift October 23rd, 2024 Skift Take Anyone who’s braved the long lines outside Indian airports knows the pain of endless document checks. DigiYatra changes all that. Now if only this was possible for international travel.  Peden Doma Bhutia Breezing through…

TRAVEL – Global Economy to Benefit From $67 Billion Boost From Indigenous Tourism Bashar Wali The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) today launched a landmark report at its Global Summit in Perth, Western Australia, highlighting how Indigenous tourism is projected to contribute $67BN USD to the global economy by 2034.  The report showcases the…

The Woman Traveler – Key Data and Insights: Skift Research 2024 Athira Thoppil, Skift October 14th, 2024 Skift Take Women are reshaping travel as key decision-makers, prioritizing meaningful, independent experiences.  Athira Thoppil Women travelers are a dominant force in the travel industry, and their influence is far-reaching: 82% of all travel decisions are made by…

Global business travel to recover sooner than expected: WTTC Corporate travel spending will surpass pre-pandemic levels by 6.2% this year, rising to a record $1.5 trillion, with the U.S. leading other countries. Published Oct. 11, 2024 Jenna Walters Reporter Dive Brief: Dive Insight: In 2024, business travel spending in the U.S. will be 13.4% above…

Hilton projects 2025 to be year of ‘travel maximizer’ by Kathakali Nandi October 3, 2024 – Categories: Featured, Hospitality News, Hotels: News, This year so far has been the ‘Year of the Great Recharge,’ where sleep retreats’ popularity soared, mindful drinking increased in popularity and wellness-themed guest rooms took off. Today, as the post-pandemic leisure travel boom normalizes, travelers…

HOSPITALITY – Beyond the Check-In: Unveiling the Future of Luxury Hotels The future of hotels is here, and it’s serving more than just pillow mints. From tech-savvy rooms that know your playlist to sustainable rooftop beehives, the industry is rewriting the guest experience in ways you can’t imagine. Want to know how your next stay…

HOSPITALITY – Luxury Travel: It’s Not About the Destination, It’s About How It Makes You Feel September 12, 2024 The age of luxury travel isn’t just about plush pillows and fancy champagne anymore. It’s about how the experience shifts your perspective, fuels your story, and stays with you long after you’ve unpacked. My latest article…