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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Hotels

This NYC Hotel Has a $30 ‘Curation Fee’

Some hotels will come up with fancy names to hide the fact that they are charging guests an unpopular mandatory fee.

Dawit Habtemariam | 4 weeks ago

Tourism

U.S. to Spend $50 Million to Cut Visa Wait Times and Passport Backlogs

The U.S. government is putting more financial resources toward cutting its excessive visa wait times. Let's hope it gets the job done.

Dawit Habtemariam | 4 weeks ago

Cruises

Carnival Estimates Baltimore Bridge Impact on Cruises

Carnival is the first cruise line to note the potential impact of the tragic Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse on the industry. A key port will be temporarily unavailable.

Dawit Habtemariam | 4 weeks ago

Tourism

Hawaii’s New Message to Tourists: ‘Maui Is Ready’

Maui is ready for its close-up, according to a new marketing campaign. If tourism doesn't rebound soon, valuable talent may leave.

Dawit Habtemariam | 4 weeks ago