Articles tagged “music”

Tourism

Taylor Swift Eras Tour Singapore: Exclusivity and Tourism Impact

Thailand has alleged Singapore paid $3 million a concert to keep Taylor Swift from performing elsewhere in Southeast Asia. Singapore didn't say how much it paid. The debate shows the power of music events for tourism.

Sean O'Neill | 1 month ago

Taylor Swift Eras Tour Singapore: Exclusivity and Tourism Impact

Tourism

Las Vegas’ Super High Short-Term Rental Prices

Today's podcast looks at Taylor Swift’s travel impact, Hilton’s new growth idea, and short-term rentals in Las Vegas.

Rashaad Jorden | 2 months ago

Las Vegas’ Super High Short-Term Rental Prices

Tour Operators

Travel Experiences in Demand: Survey of 18,000 Travelers Reveals Preferences

A massive survey of 18,000 travelers worldwide suggests that 2024 is shaping up to be a year when tours, activities, and experiences are decisive. Now if only marketers will catch up to reality.

Selene Brophy | 6 months ago

Travel Experiences in Demand: Survey of 18,000 Travelers Reveals Preferences

Hotels

Beyoncé Tour Brings a Hotel Renaissance With Boosted Bookings

"You won’t break my soul," Beyoncé sings. But her concert series might break some hotel booking records.

Sean O'Neill | 6 months ago

Beyoncé Tour Brings a Hotel Renaissance With Boosted Bookings

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IDEAS: Qatar Airways Debuts New Theme Song Composed by Dana Al Fardan

Qatar Airways has revealed its latest onboard theme song, ‘The Ascent’, which has been composed by Dana Al Fardan and performed by members of the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra. 'The Ascent' marks the trilogy of the two previous onboard theme songs, ‘The Awakening’ and ‘The Dawn’. Credit: Qatar Airways The theme song, introduces a unique fusion…

Adam Stacey | 7 months ago

News Blog

IDEAS: Live Nation Enters Travel Industry With Music-Led Experiences

Live Nation is bringing to market Vibee, a music-led experience and travel offering. Source: Live Nation/Vibee Touted as a ‘music-led destination experience company’, Vibee aims to offer traveler’s and music fans alike the chance to immerse themselves in different musical genres while exploring some of the world’s most exciting destinations via three core areas: curated experiences,…

Adam Stacey | 12 months ago

News Blog

Hilton Launches Music Concerts Starting With Brandi Carlile to Highlight Connected Rooms

A smart new campaign launched by Hilton, highlighting its connected rooms feature, for travelers looking for larger spaces when booking family or group travel. First in this "Connecting Room Concerts" series, a performance from Brandi Carlile, six-time Grammy-Awards winner – and nominated seven times for tonight's 2023 Grammys Awards – from a pair of connected…

Rafat Ali | 1 year ago

Hotels

The Indie Boutique Hotel Leveraging Scrappy Rock N Roll Vibes to Stand Out

The Jams Music Hotel in Munich spotlights how boutique hotels created by individuals and small companies can thrive in the shadow of behemoth corporations. It helps to have lots of character and a feisty soul.

Leslie Barrie | 1 year ago

The Indie Boutique Hotel Leveraging Scrappy Rock N Roll Vibes to Stand Out

Tourism

Return of Music Festivals Boosts Tourism Recovery

Music lovers have returned to festivals with a vengeance, but they've also become pickier and more environmentally conscious. So tourism authorities have to adapt to their new priorities.

Paula Krizanovic, Skift | 2 years ago

Return of Music Festivals Boosts Tourism Recovery

Tour Operators

How One Tour Operator Is Using a 1977 Hit Tune to Lure Back Travelers

A powerful, succinct message coupled with humor can go a long way in drumming up more interest in a product — and drive people to buy when there's already a high demand.

Rashaad Jorden | 3 years ago

How One Tour Operator Is Using a 1977 Hit Tune to Lure Back Travelers