Articles tagged “adventure tourism”

Cruises

Lindblad and Disney to Boost Marketing of National Geographic Cruises

A greatly expanded marketing deal with Disney's National Geographic brand, plus record earnings and revenue, might steer Lindblad Expedition into new waters for potential acquisition.

Sean O'Neill | 2 months ago

Lindblad and Disney to Boost Marketing of National Geographic Cruises

News Blog

IDEAS: Masterplan Revealed for The Rig, Saudi Arabia’s New Off-Shore Adventure Experience

A unique hospitality and adventure experience is set to open 40km from the coastline in the Arabian Gulf.  Credit: The Rig The Rig, which takes design inspiration from offshore oil platforms, will celebrate the heritage of Saudi Arabia’s long oil and gas history by transforming decommissioned and newly built oil rig platforms into a new…

Adam Stacey | 3 months ago

Airlines

India Takes Steps To Manage Fatigue Risks for Aviation Crew: India Report

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation's decision to ease work pressure on aviation crew is a welcome step, considering the recent reports of fatigue-related safety risks.

Ashvita Singh | 3 months ago

India Takes Steps To Manage Fatigue Risks for Aviation Crew: India Report

Airlines

India Takes Steps to Avoid Pilot Shortage: India Report

While the aviation ministry confirms that there are no shortages of pilots in the country, the recent incidents of pilot casualties, including the tragic crashes and fatalities, call for better safety measures.

Ashvita Singh, Skift | 4 months ago

India Takes Steps to Avoid Pilot Shortage: India Report

Tourism

Iceland Volcano Erupts With Minimal Tourism Impact

Today's podcast looks at Iceland's volcanic eruption, Uber's simplified expense reporting, and major aircraft orders.

Sean O'Neill | 4 months ago

Iceland Volcano Erupts With Minimal Tourism Impact

Tour Operators

Australian Adventure Tourism Operator Sees Chinese Tourist Revival

The Chinese traveler's slow return continues to impact global travel. But adventure tourism operators are optimistic they'll be parachuting into newly opened group travel countries like Australia.

Selene Brophy | 6 months ago

Australian Adventure Tourism Operator Sees Chinese Tourist Revival

Tour Operators

Heli Adventures Acquires Silverton Big Mountain Ski Area

A challenge for niche adventure companies is to navigate growth while maintaining the experience's appeal in the first place.

Selene Brophy | 7 months ago

Heli Adventures Acquires Silverton Big Mountain Ski Area

News Blog

IDEAS: Ras Al Khaimah Launches New Short-Form Creative Campaign

Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) has partnered with award-winning creative agency, Beautiful Destinations, on a new creative campaign featuring 30 pieces of short-form video content. Credit: Beautiful Destinations x Ras Al Khaimah The campaign has been designed to ‘reach travel audiences through ‘real’, snackable content, inspiring travelers as they begin their research, which…

Adam Stacey | 7 months ago

Tourism

Skift India Report: Uttar Pradesh Amps Up Adventure Tourism

While India has ambitious plans to position itself on the global adventure tourism map, it’s important that the government, tour operators, travelers and other industry stakeholders collaborate to focus on responsible growth of the sector.

Amrita Ghosh | 9 months ago

Skift India Report: Uttar Pradesh Amps Up Adventure Tourism

Tourism

Adventure Tourism in Darien Gap With Migrant Crisis Raises Ethical Questions

In a world of extreme disparities of wealth and opportunity, travelers face these questions every day. But they are especially pronounced in this area where at least 137 migrants have died or gone missing.

Daina Beth Solomon and Laura Gottesdiener, Reuters | 9 months ago

Adventure Tourism in Darien Gap With Migrant Crisis Raises Ethical Questions