2013 › April

Florida has a very good 2012, and 2013 with its year long celebration will hopefully help visitors linger a bit longer.

The majority of the Caribbean islands rely on American visitors to fuel their tourism industries, but Cuba is the stark exception as the second most-visited island in the region and very few Americans in sight.

Glam's use of world's best restaurant reviewer Jonathan Gold helps elevate this from the typical top 10 list into a serious contender for destination planning for food lovers.

Trying to minimize weight and waste -- to cut down on costs -- and have a genuine better user experience is a fascinating balance that's getting played out in the quest for a perfect airline toilet.

Oman Air remained a loss-making airline in 2012 despite an increase in passenger traffic at its main airport. Taking cues from international stalwarts, Oman might find better bookings with lower fares.

Southwest officials aren't do-gooders when it comes to their lack of bag fees. They just know it is good for business.

Starwood has said Asia is where it wants its future to be, and China has to figure there in a big way.

Jersey Shore towns are not only battling New York for summer tourists, but are trying to out-market one another, as well, as they seek to rebound from Hurricane Sandy.

Why not? Smart entrepreneurs with first mover advantage, but expect dozens to creep up once it actually gets legalized.