Hawaii Governor Josh Green appears to be cleaning house at the state's tourism authority after calling it a "hot mess." An overhaul gives the state the chance to pioneer a new tourism model.
At this point, it’s unclear who might buy the app’s U.S. operations, but Trump's press secretary has said the President does not want the app to go dark.
The prediction feels somewhat optimistic given recent trends. But travelers continue to benefit from lower gas prices and have mostly continued to spend despite economic uncertainty.
A ban on these 12 countries doesn’t have a big direct impact on U.S. travel - Skift Research estimates it’s just 91,000 visitors. But it’s another move that makes the U.S. a less welcoming destination.
The platform is offering experiences only available with Airbnb, like classes with Michelin star chefs and hang-out with singers, to differentiate itself from competitors.