Archive for September 1st, 2010

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Despite Recovery Rhetoric, Proposed Flight Taxes Could Hurt UK Tourism

Britain’s tourism industry certainly hasn’t enjoyed a lucrative year. From the Icelandic volcano and its cancellation fallout to the recent stream of bankruptcies in the private travel sector, some of the nation’s leading companies are no longer the powerhouses that …

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Vacation ‘Soul Food’ is on the Way Out for Many Dieters

Say goodbye to the soul food holiday. While most of us enjoy holiday food – foreign meals, new dishes, and comforting fat-filled hotel staples, a growing number of

Adventure Tourism: Is Every Adrenaline-Packed Holiday Safe?

Following the death of twenty-one-year-old Emily Jordan, New Zealand's well-known adventure tourism industry has undergone a complete safety review. The industry was once considered safe beyond any doubt,

Violent Crime Increases Could Hurt Tourist-Friendly San Francisco

One of the United States' top tourism cities, the last thing San Francisco needed was a crime wave to scare away its legion of international fans. Following a

As Oil Spill Fears Subside, Florida’s Tourism Industry Gains Ground

Florida's tourism industry may be in better shape than many predicted. The gulf state, which brings in over $20 billion annually through tourism, has reported that visitors are

The Ultimate First Class Experience: Emirates’ Private Suites Mix High Roller and High Flyer

For most travellers, long haul flights are an uncomfortable nightmare. From small seats to limited service, the average long distance flight is a task that few wish to

Five Years After Hurricane Katrina, New Orleans Tour Firms are Optimistic

Five years ago, one of the United States' most prominent tourism destinations suffered a major PR meltdown. Hurricane Katrina swept through New Orleans, destroying a significant portion of

Alongside Medical Tourism, ‘Fertility Travel’ Gain a Global Audience

Over the last decade, the medical tourism industry has grown at double-digit rates. Spurred by the rising costs of adequate healthcare in the West, a series of high-quality

BP’s $3 Million Tourism Grant: Why it’s Too Little to Help the Gulf Coast

While the Gulf of Mexico oil spill has come to an end, the large amount of environmental damage is likely to affect the region for decades, local environmentalists

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Holiday Rentals Up as Hotel Prices Rise

As more Britons arrange their holidays independently, holiday rental homes are becoming sought after in greater numbers than before. Properties throughout Mediterranean Europe have seen their bookings and