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Doha Hamad International plans two-phase expansion
Matt Falcus Transportation Technology & AutomotiveDoha’s Hamad International Airport, currently ranked fourth-best in the world by Skytrax, is set to continue its push for dominance in the Gulf region following the announcement of the next stage of its expansion at the Cityscape Qatar event held near the end of October. Despite the ongoing blockade of flights between Qatar and both Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, which were among the busiest out of Doha, the airport is ready to increase its capacity and add major passenger-pleasing amenities to help it stand out from the crowd.
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Local hotels see an opening as luxury brands falter
Bambi Majumdar Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementInterbrand's new ranking of the world's top brands was a revelation. Tech companies ruled, but luxury travel brands did not make it. A key takeaway was that people-centric brands stood out. Exceptional customer service and delivering an experience will help brands differentiate themselves and be profitable and sustainable. Are the big names in the hospitality business doing that? The answer is, unfortunately, no. Luxury brands are still primarily sticking to creating a ubiquitous atmosphere that, though impeccable, does nothing to distinguish one from another.
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Biking on San Antonio’s River Walk
Cindy Belt Recreation & LeisureEveryone has heard about the River Walk in San Antonio. Walking along the river to see the people, enjoy the restaurants or bars, or watch the boats sailing by can all be fun. But there are also miles of the River Walk through the rest of San Antonio that are perfect for a bike ride and don’t have the crowds you see downtown. This can be done in one bike trip but there is so much to see that it is best to split this into multiple trips. Bikes are available for rent for only $12 a day at many locations. Here are some highlights of the trail.
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Travel2020: Qantas vies for operation of world’s longest nonstop…
Lark Gould Transportation Technology & AutomotiveAfter Qantas completed a recent test trip in advance of the launch of the world's longest nonstop flight linking New York and Sydney, new attention was given to the development of aircraft that can manage long distances comfortably and the management of passengers and crew to get through these lengthy flights without health concerns. The flight, which took off from New York JFK, ran 19 hours and 16 minutes but carried only 50 passengers and no cargo. It used a Boeing 787-9 aircraft, but the carrier, with the full weight of passengers, cargo and fuel, was not designed for the job.
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Infographic: Optimizing reputation management with AI
Brian Wallace Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementCustomers read the reviews, but it's not enough to have good reviews. Those reviews also have to be believable. Your company's online reputation can make or break your business, and your ratings even influence your ranking in searches. Increasing your company's ratings from three to five stars can increase your visibility on Google by up to 25%. Learn more with this infographic.
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United pushes economy-class travelers away with new frequent flyer program
Linchi Kwok Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementUnited Airlines recently revealed massive changes to its MileagePlus Program. How much a traveler spends on tickets is the only thing that matters in the airline’s new frequent flyer program. Not long ago, United quietly switched from a distance-based rewards program to a fare-based frequent flyer program. Now, the airline wants to take a big step further to (only) reward those top-spending travelers as their elite customers. The new MileagePlus Program makes it much more challenging for most economy-class frequent travelers to achieve any elite status.
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A vital component to hosting impactful church events
Deborah Ike Religious CommunityHosting events can be a great way to minister to and serve people through your church. However, events can take a significant toll on your budget, staff, and volunteers. Fortunately, it is possible to reap the benefits of hosting events without the extra stress or expense. How do you do it? Plan in advance. In fact, I recommend a year out. No, I’m not saying you need to create a detailed to-do list a year ahead, but at least decide which events your church will host for the year.
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Where to see fall bird migrations
Dave G. Houser Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementJust the mention of wildlife migrations brings to mind the frenzied scene of millions of wildebeest, zebras and gazelles racing across the Serengeti plains of Africa. It is a grand spectacle to be sure, but every fall certain areas of the U.S. play host to mass migrations of similar scale and excitement as billions of birds take wing on their way to southern wintering grounds — in flocks that are often large enough to darken the sky. For those who would like to get in on the action, here are six major stopover spots across the United States where you can see birds as they make their way to warmer climes.
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Bison on the mountain
Chester Moore Jr. Recreation & LeisureThe unmistakable silhouette of a bull bison caught my attention. Enshrouded in a rainy mist, the curving horns, broad shoulders and massive hump were a perfect picture of nature’s strength. Seeing bison at Yellowstone National Park was not surprising. After all, it is the epicenter of their remaining wild range. Seeing one near a mountain’s peak at an elevation of nearly 10,000 feet, however, was not expected.
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Williston, North Dakota, is home to America’s newest airport
Matt Falcus Transportation Technology & AutomotiveAmerica’s newest airport opened to passengers on Oct. 10 when United Airlines Flight 4643 touched down, commencing a new era of connectivity to this growing part of North Dakota and its important oil fields. Williston Basin International Airport (code: XWA) is located 10 miles northwest of the city, which is itself in the northwestern part of the state. The region is home to the oil fields operated in the Bakken Formation. The area is currently experiencing a boom in output and drives the local economy.
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