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Beijing illustrates the need for sustainability in travel and tourism
Linchi Kwok Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementWhile world leaders in Paris are trying to come up with a solution to deal with climate change (hopefully they can reach an agreement this time), the air pollution in Beijing has reached the hazardous level. According to The New York Times, the government declared a "red alert" for the first time Monday, warning people to take precautions for their health.
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6 sensational sports vacations
Dave G. Houser Recreation & LeisureIf you happen to be a sports fan, you've got plenty of company. According to the latest ESPN Sports Poll, 219 million Americans profess to be a fan of at least one sport. But here's an even more amazing statistic: Of that number, 31 percent (or nearly 68 million) are classified as avid fans, actively following five to eight sports.
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Report: The new rich prefer travel over material goods
Bambi Majumdar Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementThe new Martini Media report is quite an eye-opener. It says the new generation of affluent Americans are less hooked to material possessions and more toward enriching life experiences, unlike their predecessors. Until now, the trend has always been owning luxury goods first, then opting for luxury travel experiences. Not so anymore as travel comes first for millennials, who seem to have finally realized the true meaning of "carpe diem."
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Airports face up to security challenges in wake of ISIS attacks
Matt Falcus Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementRecent tragic events in Egypt and France have caused alarm and unrest among travelers and airport operators who are keen to ensure security remains watertight and safe when the threat of terrorism remains at one of its highest and most unpredictable levels.
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8 great winter adventures to try before the snow melts
Dave G. Houser Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementFor those of us born and raised in the northern latitudes, snowstorms always brought long, happy days spent making angels, sledding and tossing snowballs. Sure, we're grownups now, but we can still get outside and play.
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Another first for Philadelphia: Only UNESCO World Heritage City in US
Judy Connors Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementLong gone are the days when Philadelphia had to endure the criticism and denigration of pundits around the country. With a restaurant and cultural renaissance in the Quaker City over the past decade, the building of the Jewish History Museum and the nearly-finished American History Museum, as well as the historic visit of Pope Francis this past September, Philadelphia is making its mark on the global map.
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Joe’s Crab Shack eliminates tips: Will the industry follow suit?
Danielle Manley Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementServers at restaurants have a unique source of income. Most people in the U.S. make a simple hourly wage or a salary. However, servers make an hourly wage of $2.13 — which is typically only used to pay taxes, most don't ever receive a paycheck — and they rely on tips as their actual take-home pay.
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Nightlife apps to bolster business
Bambi Majumdar Food & BeverageIf you want to spice up your nightlife further, it's time to explore some new apps. Yes, not to be left behind, this area of the entertainment business has gone digital and is evolving every day. A look at the latest nightlife apps shows how fast our notion of connecting and socializing is changing, along with the way the businesses themselves. New Yorkers are of course leading the way with some hip apps promising to make nightlife in Big Apple more happening than ever.
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Paris attacks highlight the crucial role of event security
Bob Kowalski Law Enforcement, Defense & SecurityWith the recent terrorist attacks in Paris, we were reminded that disaster reaches beyond crime scenes and into daily lives. That touches home whether people are attending conferences at large gathering sites or fans heading to the arena or stadium for a game.
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Tick tock goes the holiday planning clock
Judy Connors Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementThe clock is ticking — it's time to finalize holiday travel plans. We are already seeing crowded roads, long airport lines and sky-high flight and hotel rates, both with limited availability. Add in winter weather advisories and tightened security, and the average holiday travelers' anxiety and frustration level will soar.
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