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5 under-the-radar road trips
Dave G. Houser Recreation & LeisureIt's a given that a road trip is the most fun, exciting and cost-efficient way to see the grand ol' USA. But if you're an active road tripper, you've probably already cruised the more iconic routes around the country. You've gotten your kicks on Route 66, patrolled the Pacific Coast Highway and meandered along the Blue Ridge Parkway.
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When is good service too good?
Anne Rose Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementIf you're in the service industry, whether travel or retail, you might pride yourself in offering excellent customer service as a selling advantage over your competitors. But is there a moment when good service becomes too good — unprofitable and unproductive?
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Beyonce’s stay at an Airbnb apartment ups the ante for hotels
Bambi Majumdar Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementIf there was any doubt about the future of the sharing economy, Beyonce's stay at an Airbnb apartment over the Super Bowl weekend officially proclaimed it as a winner. Social media is all abuzz with the star's "down-to-earth" choice of accommodation (though the luxury apartment came at a whopping $10,000-per-night price tag).
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Zika virus now threatens Summer Olympics
Bob Kowalski Sports & FitnessThe world-class athletes that will descend on Rio de Janeiro for the Summer Olympics in August understandably make a point of keeping themselves healthy. After all, more than Olympic glory is riding on their fitness.
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With sanctions lifted, Iran’s airports eye period of growth
Matt Falcus Transportation Technology & AutomotiveWith sanctions lifted on Iran, its long forgotten aviation infrastructure is set to be revitalized. At the recent CAPA Iran Aviation Summit, Abbas Akhoundi, Iran's transport minister, invited foreign investors to come and rebuild the country's airports. So what does the future hold?
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5 hot travel trends for 2016
Bambi Majumdar Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementIf you are planning your travel calendar for 2016, here are some interesting points to note. Travel is going to be easier with more apps to ease the way. Of course, that will not come as a surprise for most of us. We can also expect a lot more convergence in the industry as a whole with travel agents and hotels gearing up for partnerships. With Uber and Airbnb leading the way, this too is a definite reality for the near future.
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Can a study-abroad program be both vigorous and fun?
Linchi Kwok EducationI am leading a study-abroad program in Italy this summer. In this program, students at Cal Poly Pomona will make a one-month field trip to Florence, Rome and nearby cities, where they will complete an equivalent of 12 quarter hours of course work in the Apicius International School of Hospitality while traveling.
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Travel industry begins to feel effects of Zika virus
Suzanne Mason Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementInternational tourism in 2015 grew by 50 million travelers, putting the total number at 1.18 billion visitors who had traveled outside of their country. Those numbers may be threatened in 2016 by the Zika virus. As warnings increase for the mosquito-borne virus, the travel industry is beginning to feel the impact.
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Canada’s weakened economy still a bright spot for American tourists
Katherine Radin Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementWhen Canada's economy began to plunge last year, many financial experts predicted a recession wouldn't last, as it was nowhere near as severe as the 2009 recession in the United States. And even so, this was not a threat to the Canadian tourism industry — Americans and other travelers were visiting Canada in record numbers, making the most of their valuable dollars.
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Low cost of oil brings positive effects to tourism industry
Rebecca Ryan Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementEnjoying low prices at the pump? So is the tourism industry. With recent substantial dips in the price of oil, hospitality and tourism are adding jobs at rapid rates. Though oil at less than $30 a barrel raises concern for the energy industry, consumers and businesses are predicted to see an upswing.
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