The idea that Brits still use travel agents doesn't hold up against the data compiled by TripAdvisor and further confirms our view that these outdated institutions will soon be nothing more than a pile of bricks.
Chinese tourists are said to be taking over Europe, but before them were Russians, Brits, and an ever changing wave of foreigners that tourism-dependent destinations sought to accommodate and attract.
Over the last five years airlines have gone from last-minute cancellations and no flexibility on non-refundable tickets to a very pro-active stance where flights are cancelled and tickets refunded or rebooked with much less fuss. Flyers may not get to their destination, but they're less likely to go crazy not getting there than before.
This ruling also impacts business travelers crossing borders with sensitive corporate documents, and provides some new protections, although it is destined to make its way to the U.S. Supreme Court.
Fascinating list, if only to understand how vital the links -- literally -- to the outside world are for these countries, for their own economic growth.
Going by the generalized video and hotel recommendations, NYC & Company seems to be going for mass market headlines-only tourists, for whom TV and movie version of Brooklyn is the epitome of artisanal.