The move marks another major shift for Southwest, which had long resisted online travel agencies and encouraged direct bookings as a way to boost customer loyalty.
America’s golden ticket to citizenship is only available to those with deep pockets. While global elites can buy their way into the U.S., the door remains firmly closed for the less affluent.
In Italy, key boxes used for self-check-in at short-term rentals symbolize overtourism to some locals. Some vigilantes have been sabotaging them. So officials are promising stronger enforcement of existing regulations to curb excesses.
Despite tensions all around it, the Middle East had another good year for tourism. Jordan was an exception to that, but its tourism minister remains hopeful for the future.
Goa is rebooting its tourism to attract high-value visitors, and diversifying its offerings. But a lot of its hopes hinge on tackling key issues like taxi operators, stray animals, and connectivity with international markets.
It’s a fascinating aircraft assortment worthy of an omakase tasting menu. ANA’s Japanese shopping spree gives us clues about the group’s longer-term direction.