Sarah Kopit

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Hotels

The Science of Sleep. How the Travel Industry is Cashing in on Tourism’s Latest Obsession

Gen Z has made boasting about good sleep its most recent flex. And the travel sector has followed suit, using science to cater to vacationers of all ages looking to get some precious shut-eye.

Sarah Kopit | 2 weeks ago

The Science of Sleep. How the Travel Industry is Cashing in on Tourism’s Latest Obsession

Tourism

The Ozempic Era Will Force the Travel Industry to Adapt

If travel companies are not thinking about the impact of GLP-1s on their bottom line yet – in 2024 they will.

Sarah Kopit | 4 months ago

The Ozempic Era Will Force the Travel Industry to Adapt

Tourism

Ozempic Made Obesity Optional. The Travel Industry Isn’t Ready

New, wildly effective weight loss drugs have made the first real, mainstream inroads in the fight against obesity. The economic and financial implications are staggering – and the potential impact on the travel sector could be seismic.

Sarah Kopit | 5 months ago

Ozempic Made Obesity Optional. The Travel Industry Isn’t Ready

Short-Term Rentals

Airbnb’s Brian Chesky Is Done With Back to Basics

Airbnb could be seen as a victim of its own success – with guests, hosts and cities all taking aim. But it’s done rebuilding, and focusing on moving forward.

Sarah Kopit | 6 months ago

Airbnb’s Brian Chesky Is Done With Back to Basics