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Travel2020: As global travel booms, inbound US travel bombs
Lark Gould Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementWhile people around the globe may be traveling more than ever, tourism to the U.S. is taking a dive, according to reports from the World Tourism Organization and the U.S. Travel Association. The number of international tourist arrivals around the world reached 1.4 billion last year — a 6% increase and a bar reached two years ahead of forecasts. The organizations predicted that number would grow by an additional 3 or 4% this year. The U.S., however, is not seeing a similar rosy picture on the tourism horizon.
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Chiricahua National Monument: The land of standing rocks
Steve and Diane Owens Recreation & LeisureIt was a beautiful morning, so Diane suggested we take a day trip to the Chiricahua National Forest about 90 miles to our east. The forest includes a National Monument, with the greater part a wilderness untouched since the early 1400s, when the Chiricahua Apaches made it their home. This beautiful land was all Apache land. They never owned it, just lived upon it without causing damage. One of the four main tribes, the Chokonen, lived in and around the National Monument.
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How to follow the footsteps of Abraham Lincoln on your travels
Cindy Belt Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementAbraham Lincoln is listed in many polls by scholars and the general public as one of the best U.S. presidents in history. His story of being born into a poor family and working his way up to become president is inspiring. He is immortalized at many of the places he lived with museums and parks. These sites make fascinating places to visit. You can learn more about his life and what American life was like during this time period at these places.
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Hotels vs. vacation rentals: Pros and cons
Julie Anne Wells Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementEver since Airbnb and its competitors sprung onto the market, travelers have benefited from a wider variety of choices about where to stay while they’re on vacation. But if you have never opted to stay in a short-term vacation rental property before, you might be skeptical about it. The truth is that there are pros and cons to both hotels and vacation rental properties. Making the right choice really depends on your preferences and priorities as a traveler.
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The latest in meeting room design trends
Edward Belleville Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementIt’s 2019 and, still, meetings are seen as a necessary evil, and the rooms where they take place are regarded as being in a vacuum. Apart from the parts of our day we are forced to sit inside one, we avoid thinking about meeting rooms. They are like the storage room nobody wants to tidy. But meetings, whether long or short, big or small, are crucial to any business. To function well, companies must provide employees with well-designed daily spaces for collaboration. Here is an overview of the key trends in meeting room design.
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E-scooters: A blessing or a curse?
Dave G. Houser Transportation Technology & AutomotiveOnce serving only as children’s toys, scooters have taken on a new life these days in cities across America. Powered by compact lithium-ion batteries, these stubby little two-wheelers have become the latest adult solution to urban congestion. The popularity of e-scooters is understandable. Foremost, they are easy and fun to ride. Eco-sensitive riders laud the fact that they produce no emissions and constitute a minimal carbon footprint. Nonetheless, the massive influx of e-scooters has created a groundswell of controversy. Critics cite safety issues, decrying scooters as risky to both riders and pedestrians.
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Travel2020: Construction causes pain at the airport, per new survey
Lark Gould Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementWe have all seen the scaffolding and cranes, walled-off waiting areas and slowed traffic around our favorite gateway airports lately. That might have something to do with the U.S. Department of Transportation’s airport infrastructure grants. These infrastructure improvements are happening as record passenger volumes force major expansion efforts. However, the road closures, confusing signage and delays that come with these projects are making it hard on passengers.
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Getting a job at McDonald’s is now as easy as talking to Alexa
Linchi Kwok Food & BeverageMcDonald’s recently introduced the world’s first voice-initiated job application process, called McDonald’s Apply Thru. Now, job seekers can initiate the job application process through McDonald’s Apply Thru by talking to either Alexa or Google Assistant. McDonald’s Apply Thru is now available in nine countries, including the U.S., U.K., Canada, Australia, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, and Spain. It will be made available to other countries in the coming months.
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4 little-known costs of church events
Deborah Ike Religious CommunityHosting events throughout the year is how many churches are able to expand their reach within communities. Church events allow a unique space for fellowship and a chance to share the Word of God outside of Sunday services. From Vacation Bible School to marriage retreats to Christmas concerts to Easter celebrations, churches have plenty to plan. But while ministries are frequent event hosts, it’s rare to find one with a standard process for planning those events.
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Have a spooktacular RV Halloween by decorating your campsite
Connie Ulman Recreation & LeisureThe month of ghosts, goblins, chilly nights and warm campfires is now upon us. Whether you are a full-timer, seasonal camper or one who camps only for the holidays, you have tons of options when it comes to decorating your campsite for a spooktacular RV Halloween! There are numerous ideas for turning your RV site into a Halloween party. The first that comes to mind is one I saw in Ohio. It used a hearse and coffins. As you walked by the coffins, you got the scare of your life.
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