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Do you really need a hospitality degree?
Kay Corriere Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementSpring is the time for celebrating graduations. But, if you work in the hospitality industry and don't have a degree, you may wonder how you can get ahead. There are 716 programs offering hospitality management degrees, providing flexibility with a program type for every learner. Programs at "brick and mortar" institutions allow you to attend class in person with lectures and coursework.
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Paris awaits — and the timing is perfect
Judy Connors Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementWith more than 2,000 years of history, Paris is renowned for its romantic charm. Located along the Seine in the center of the Ile-de-France region, it is a beautiful location for visitors worldwide. For Americans, it is among the top travel destinations in Europe — especially this year, with the dollar-euro exchange the best in 12 years.
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Take a scenic drive through Utah’s 5 national parks
Michael Charland Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementThis spring, my wife and I traveled through Utah in our fifth wheel to see all five of the national parks. We had not previously seen any of them, so we were excited for this trip — especially with the current TV commercials advertising all the parks.
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Finding a dream job: Dating for the perfect match
Linchi Kwok Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementMay is the month of graduations. Many new graduates are excited about their future, but at the same time somewhat nervous about new jobs and a new life. Occasionally, I will meet with some graduating seniors who need career advice, either for a good reason (too many job offers to choose from) or a bad reason (no offers yet).
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Hot Wheels opens traveling family exhibit in Indianapolis
Dave G. Houser Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementAll roads lead to Indianapolis as the world's largest children's museum opens its latest exhibit — Hot Wheels Race to Win — just in time for the 2015 Memorial Day weekend and the Indy 500. This new interactive family exhibit from Mattel is aimed at revving up interest in all things racing with immersive activities for multiple generations of Hot Wheels fans.
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Strong dollar may hurt US tourism this year
Suzanne Mason Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementThe rise of the U.S. dollar has more American travelers are looking abroad for their summer destinations. At the same time, the euro is experiencing a nine-year low, which has many airfares to European destinations seeing a drop in prices. As a result, more Americans are looking to Europe for their summer getaways.
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Why we decided to travel North America in an RV
Steve and Diane Owens Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementI was born under a wandering star. The excitement of travel has always been a part of my being. I left college after my second year; I was bored. I had this unrelenting urge. I kept wondering what was over that hill and beyond that river. I wanted to meet and talk with people from unfamiliar places, to appreciate other people's way of life, and to visit far-away cities and towns.
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10 new summer attractions pacing amusement park boom
Dave G. Houser Recreation & LeisureIf the American economy is faltering, as suggested by certain political pundits, you wouldn't know it by reading a recent report from the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA). In its 11-page news release, IAAPA compiles a list of nearly 100 new rides and attractions being unveiled this summer at theme and amusement parks across the country.
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Does your guest have a service dog?
Kay Corriere Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementPeople with dogs are seen everywhere. We love our animals and want to take them with us. From the big box store in the shopping cart, in tote bags, to restaurants, hotels and public transportation. The question is, are they really trained service animals?
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B2C communications on Facebook: What has changed over the years?
Linchi Kwok CommunicationsAs of March 31, Facebook reported 1.44 billion monthly active users — 936 million of whom access the website every day. Therefore, Facebook continues to be an essential social media platform for business communications. By 2012, 74 percent of Fortune 100 companies had already set up at least one Facebook page for business communications.
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