Dawit Habtemariam

I cover what destinations around the world are doing to attract tourists and the top trends in global tourism. Prior to joining Skift, I covered corporate travel at Business Travel News.

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Tourism

Blue Lagoon Is Rebounding Amid Iceland Tourism Slowdown

Despite repeated closures caused by the volcano, Blue Lagoon has seen a recovery in its guest bookings, but safety remains a tourist concern.

Dawit Habtemariam | 4 days ago

Tourism

Connecticut Responds to Visit Florida With New Campaign Welcoming LGBTQ+ Travelers

Connecticut is taking advantage of the publicity around Visit Florida's LGBTQ Travel page removal to signal its commitment to inclusivity.

Dawit Habtemariam | 5 days ago

Tourism

Rome Tourism Chief Says There’s ‘Total Chaos’ at Trevi Fountain — Changes Are Coming

For Rome's tourism chief, cracking down on short-term rentals and managing visitor traffic at Trevi Fountain are the top priorities when it comes to combatting overtourism.

Dawit Habtemariam | 6 days ago

Cruises

Greece to Fight Overtourism With Fees on Cruises and Crackdown on Short-Term Rentals

Greece's prime minister acknowledged there's an overtourism problem in his country that needs to be addressed but he thinks it's only confined to Santorini and Mykonos.

Dawit Habtemariam | 7 days ago

Tourism

Stonewall National Museum Ends Membership With Visit Florida

A tourist attraction has cut ties with Visit Florida over its LGTBQ Travel removal. It's only one but more could follow, putting pressure on the organization to change course.

Dawit Habtemariam | 1 week ago

Tourism

Rome Eyes Tourist Reservation System for Trevi Fountain

The Trevi Fountain could be the latest world-renowned attraction to limit access to tourists after a summer of overtourism.