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2012 Archives

Tourism

Nigerians are overwhelmingly choosing India as their top destination for medical tourism

It's a wonderful irony that the prospect of higher revenues from foreigners may lead countries to improve their medical infrastructure to compete globally.

AllAfrica.com | 12 years ago

Tourism

Chinese government tells Buddhist temples to ease up on the commercialism

While the profiteering by religious organizations never sits well in the stomach, the present Chinese government may not be the best role model when it comes to easing up on the rampant commercialism.

Louise Watt, Associated Press | 12 years ago

Airlines

Boeing predicts North American aviation market will grow over next 20 years

The jet manufacturer projects the highest increase in jets by 2031 for the Asia Pacific market followed by a large drop in expectations for North America and Europe.

eTurboNews | 12 years ago

Hotels

Think about insurance before renting out your place while you’re away

Before there was Airbnb, there was the good old sublet that allowed renters to make money even while on a trip. This article outlines which parties need insurance and why.

Skift | 12 years ago

Media and PR

Met museum allows free access to hundreds of art books though online portal

The digitalization of the Met’s publications exemplifies one of the best use cases of the Internet for breaking down barriers to the art world and a cultural education.

Skift | 12 years ago

Met museum allows free access to hundreds of art books though online portal

Hotels

Spiked hotel supply may soon drive down room rates in New York City

NYC holds the country’s highest average room rate at $301, but a recent building boom and the entrance of less expensive hotels may drive down rates in coming years.

Skift | 12 years ago

Airlines

TSA to test out partnership with private company to expand PreCheck program

Privatization advocates must be thrilled that the TSA has given into private proposals to help the agency streamline participant data and screen new applicants.

John Hughes, Bloomberg | 12 years ago

Airlines

Startup BlackJet launches the Uber of air travel for business execs

The startup’s biggest challenge will be acquiring flyers that are willing to put down $7,000 on a domestic round-trip flight for a private jet to also be okay with sharing that “private” flight.

Skift | 12 years ago

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Gallery owner advises travelers on how to buy art while abroad

Barbara Gladstone not only recommends the best antique shop in Brussels, but also advises travelers against splurging on gallery purchases and knowing when to snatch up pieces from an art fair.

Skift | 12 years ago

Gallery owner advises travelers on how to buy art while abroad

Tourism

The cable car to Rio’s top tourist attraction Sugarloaf Mountain is 100 years old

The cable car has been rebuilt twice, most recently in 2008, to handle over 400 million riders this century. Tourists can also reach the top by hiking up the mountain and avoid paying the $26 ticket.

Associated Press | 12 years ago

The cable car to Rio’s top tourist attraction Sugarloaf Mountain is 100 years old